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Rachel S.


Lafayette, CO

$26-35/hr

I Love Caring For People

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I am great with people with special needs and learning differences. I love to learn the way people's brains work and then learn the best way to interact and communicate with them based on how their brain regularly functions. I am hyper vigilant to emotions and cues from people, so I can tell when people need a break, need help,...
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Audrey M.


Lafayette, CO

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Great Communicator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a broadminded, progressive, intelligent. I read a lot. I have a substantial experience teaching communication skills, through BCSO victim advocate program, NAMI Family 2 Family educator, etc. I have experience with hoyer lifts, gait belts, bathing, medication dispensing, etc. I am creative in providing activities. I use a...
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Mia N.


Lafayette, CO

$19-50/hr3 yrs exp

Mia

I've always found myself in roles that involve caretaking, especially around children, and it's something that feels like a natural part of my life. Growing up in a small community with lots of kids gave me the opportunity to be involved in various caregiving roles, whether that was assisting in community programs, or just being...
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Ellen J.


Lafayette, CO

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Early Childhood Teacher

Hello, I am a certified early childhood teacher. I have a degree in speech and language development and I have two early childhood courses. I have been in childcare for 2 years and before that I was an in home provider for children with special needs. I have recently had to take time off of my career as a teacher because my...
Ellen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kierra G.


Lafayette, CO

$27-43/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Or Date Night Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children for 10 years and I am deeply passionate about it! I have experience with infants, toddlers, 5+ children, and special needs children. I graduated from Boise State University with a degree in Communication and Early Childhood Development. I believe in building relationships with the children and parents...
Kierra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am retired from a 27 year teaching position at the University of Colorado Boulder. I love children, but do not have grandchildren of my own to spoil. I have two grown children, one I home schooled for 7 years due to special needs. I have learned that every minute of everyday is full of teaching opportunities for children of...
Joy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley S.


Westminster, CO

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Senior/special Needs W/CNA And Other Certifications

5.0

(2)

I have extensive experience with the elderly as well as Alzheimer's/Dementia training. I am a certified nursing assistant with many other trainings and certifications under my belt that put me above the rest. My care and compassion is what makes me one-of-a-kind. I also have two children, which gives me infant experience as...
5.0
"I've known Ashley for over 6 months and have found that she is a strong and capable individual. Her passion for helping others is evidenced in her work ethic. She is able to provide care to even the most challenging individuals and finds a special way to bond with...

Rachel L.

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Madison E.


Broomfield, CO

$27/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Madison and I'm so excited to meet your family! I have many years of child care experience, including working in a daycare. I have experience with special needs children and immune compromised children. I have had CPR and First Aid/choking training and references. I'm very high energy and positive. I have multiple...
Madison can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Madison has been the full-time nanny for our baby from 3 months - 1 year. Madison loves kids and is extremely punctual, a great communicator, and very dependable. We would highly recommend Madison!"

Jenna H.

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Jamie T.


Westminster, CO

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs children in a classroom and home setting, as well as elderly clients. As the mother of 6, I have a lot of experience and I have developed a very easy going nature! I have great references and would love to help out either one time or on an occasional as needed basis, or as a long term care...
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Kaylyn P.


Broomfield, CO

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Aloha I am 23 years old. I have recently moved to Colorado from Hawaii. I worked with children of all ages, keeping them safe while visiting with family. I have been a babysitter/nanny for the past 8 years for a family in Hawaii. I have experience working with children ages newborn to 17 years old. I have also worked with...
5.0
"She was wonderful with my son. Sweet and present, he was fully engaged with her while we packed up our house. We lamented that she couldn't move to the Kona side with us!"

Kaylee S.

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Tabata G.


Broomfield, CO

$18-50/hr20 yrs exp

Tabata G Brazilian-American

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tabata or, as the kids call me, Tabby. I live in Marietta. I'm originally from Brazil, but America has been my home for since 2003. I have dual citizenship. I have more than 18 years of experience as a professional nanny. I speak English and Brazilian Portuguese fluently. I have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy...
5.0
"Tabby has watched my twin boys for the past 5 months but it feels like much longer. She's part of our family and takes care of our boys like they're her own. She has played an important role in their development and makes sure that they are always working towards...

Jennifer B.

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Wendy S.


Boulder, CO

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Specialist/Nanny for Special Needs Children

I have 8 years of experience in social work working with the developmentally disabled in both group home settings to on-the-job locations. My clients ranged from high functioning adults to physically challenged; paraplegic, nonverbal, etc. Furthermore, I have extensive experience working with children who require the ABA...
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Maxime F.


Boulder, CO

$20-40/hr

Positive And Patient With A Passion For Those With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Maxime, I was born in Switzerland and spent a lot of my youth between there and Seattle WA. I have 0 years of professional experience but many years of "life" experience with special needs and child care. I have four younger siblings, one of whom has down syndrome. I am a decent cook (with professional experience) and...
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Magdalena C.


Broomfield, CO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/babysitter/nanny/dog-walker Available

Hi! My name is Magda, and I'm a 26-year-old living in Broomfield, CO. I have 14 years of caregiving/nannying experience--it's my passion. I'm energetic, creative, and have never met a family I didn't love. I have teaching experience as well, including children with special needs (however I don't have any special certification)....
Magdalena can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Magda was an absolute lifesaver for our family. She did an excellent job taking care of our 9-month-old when our nanny unexpectedly had to move and our son was not doing well with the sudden change. She is kind, friendly, transparent, punctual, and patient- all the...

Chelsea S.

Hi, My experience started in 2018 when I worked for a women with a brain injury. I was her personal assistant and companion. I created detailed trip itineraries every few months, which included scheduling activities for each trip, driving directions, alarms on her watch for naps, coordinating dinner reservations. Some of the...
5.0
"Kathryn is a fantastic asset! I have so valued her organizational skills and attention to detail. She has been wonderful and helping me clear out spaces organize things create order to what was chaos. She is great at simple and complex tasks. I had recommend her...

Sandy L.

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April D.


Broomfield, CO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available For Date Nights - Experience With Special Needs Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently am a part time sitter for a young child with special needs. I have assisted his therapists with all aspects of his daily living issues. I am also a Certified Nurse Technician with past experience working with special needs children in a long term care setting.
Hi there My name is Marianne and I'm from Denmark. I worked in internal medicine for 15 years in Illinois. The last 4 years I worked for a handicapped woman in Denmark. I would love to help with your loved one . I look forward to hearing from you.
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Jenna P.


Thornton, CO

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello friends! I am an energetic lady looking to help provide some summertime entertainment for children and some relief for guardians/parents. A little bit about me is that I am currently a high school Special Education Resource teacher. I recently graduated from UNC with my teaching license certified in Special Education K-12...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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April D.


Broomfield, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available - Last Minute Calls OK

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is April. I have several references available at your request. I am a Certified Nurse Technician, CPR Certified and background checked through Care. com. I have raised two sons and assisted raising my niece and nephews. My experience ranges from newborn, special needs, medically fragile and elderly persons also....
April can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Was able to provide great childcare coverage in a pinch."

Jeff L.

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Sarah S.


Broomfield, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable, And Caring Provider.

3.0

(1)

I have many years of experience providing childcare to an array of ages in different capacities. I'm a mother of 3 grown children and a grandmother. I was a gymnastics coach for close to 30 years and provided lessons to children of all ages and children with special needs. Through coaching I began working as a nanny privately...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

3.0
"Friendly, pleasant at the interview and punctual. Does not always follow instructions, constantly changing the schedule, rather than just occasionally. Fails to consult with the legal guardian even though we disclosed the client has short-term memory issues and...

David G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lafayette, CO

Ashley S.

5.0

I've known Ashley for over 6 months and have found that she is a strong and capable individual. Her passion for helping others is evidenced in her work ethic. She is able to provide care to even the most challenging individuals and finds a special way to bond with them. She is competent in her...

- Rachel L.

Madison E.

5.0

Madison has been the full-time nanny for our baby from 3 months - 1 year. Madison loves kids and is extremely punctual, a great communicator, and very dependable. We would highly recommend Madison!

- Jenna H.

Kaylyn P.

5.0

She was wonderful with my son. Sweet and present, he was fully engaged with her while we packed up our house. We lamented that she couldn't move to the Kona side with us!

- Kaylee S.

Tabata G.

5.0

Tabby has watched my twin boys for the past 5 months but it feels like much longer. She's part of our family and takes care of our boys like they're her own. She has played an important role in their development and makes sure that they are always working towards the next milestone. She is super...

- Jennifer B.

Magdalena C.

5.0

Magda was an absolute lifesaver for our family. She did an excellent job taking care of our 9-month-old when our nanny unexpectedly had to move and our son was not doing well with the sudden change. She is kind, friendly, transparent, punctual, and patient- all the things you could ask for in a...

- Chelsea S.

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