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Sarah S.


Broomfield, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable, And Caring Provider.

3.0

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Hailey H.


Louisville, CO

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Date night and occasional availability Hello, I've been working with kids for over 15 years, starting as a neighborhood babysitter. I have since taught preschool Montessori and Waldorf style, been a backpacking/expedition guide for kids K-12 for 3 years, and nannied for a few wonderful families. I have also been a caregiver...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I'm a high school teacher and Hailey was hired to be my co-leader on two different 3 week school trips. She was amazing with the students and completely dependable. She was responsible, kind, and able to take initiative. I highly recommend her!"

Eric D.

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Jamie T.


Westminster, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

General Care, Elder Care, Special Needs, Transportation, Housekeeping.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an active 52-year-old mother of six (ages 13 - 25.) Through Care. com I have a wide variety of experience including housekeeping, day and night care giving to elderly clients with varying medical and support needs, providing transportation, and care for special needs and typical children. I am an optimistic person who is...
5.0
"Jamie was not only kind, but also concerned and conscientious. She ensured she knew exactly where she should pick me up and offered her assistance after my procedure."

Vanessa H.

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Emilianna B.


Westminster, CO

$33-35/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny With ECE Background

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm an early childhood educator and nanny of over a decade. I encourage play centric environments with an emphasis on whimsy and wonder. My favorites include sensory play, crafting, experiments, cooking, or nature play activities. I am comfortable aiding in potty training, consent awareness, developmental milestones, baby...
Emilianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Emilianna has been terrific. She's early to appointments and flexible if we need her to be. She always has crafts with her. Overall would continue working with her long term. I've had better luck with consistency of bookings than others on platform. Thanks Em."

Allan E.

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Leann G.


Broomfield, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*Certified: Brain Injury Specialist, Certified Medication Manager, CPR, Health Coach* I am positive and get along with everyone. I love helping people and creating new connections I am also interested in helping with odd jobs, running errands, cleaning, etc! I love pets and just got my own puppy! I am also an artist.
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Natalya M.


Boulder, CO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Fun Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Natalya and I am 22 years old. I graduated in 2016 from high school in Minnesota. December of 2019 I graduated from the University with degrees in both psychology and neuroscience. I am currently taking a year off of school before beginning a post-graduate nursing program to eventually become a pediatric nurse. I have...
Natalya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Natalya is wonderful and so great with kids of any age! She is always prompt, completely reliable, and always in a great mood. We love her!"

Sheena B.

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Martha S.


Erie, CO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Martha and I am a recently retired elementary/preschool teacher of 25 years. I have taught special needs, elementary and preschool aged children(3-5 years old). I love playing and teaching children through outdoor experiences, reading, science and arts and crafts. I believe that I am a very loving, patient and...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Martha is absolutely amazing! She is so dependable and responsible. She makes healthy snacks for kiddos and plays games with them. We love her!"

Jessica D.

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Supanya R.


Broomfield, CO

$25-37/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Parents. I'm about to move from New Mexico to Broomfield, Colorado in middle of August and looking for new family to work with on 21 August or early September. I currently work with family in Santa Fe since this baby boy was 6 months old. I was an au-pair for two years in Philadelphia, I worked as a teacher for 1 year at the...
Supanya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Supanya is a baby whisperer and is very loving and patient. She provided occasional nannying for us with an infant to about a year and a half old. She's extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and keeps things tidy and organized! I couldn't recommend her more!"

Tasio C.

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Samantha B.


Broomfield, CO

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Young Professional Looking For Part Time Work!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! I'm Sammi, and I've been in the childcare game for 21 years now. It all started when I was just 11, helping out moms, then moved on to babysitting kids from newborns to elementary schoolers. Summers were spent as a camp counselor, and I've had some memorable gigs, like looking after toddler twin boys, a little girl...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Samantha is smart, reliable and dependable (never once called in sick or missed a day), energetic, and willing to go above and beyond. She worked long hours, helped with homework, and was always looking for a new and fun program to take my toddler to. On top of...

Dara D.

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America V.


Denver, CO

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is America V, I am certified as a CNA and have over 10 years experience working in the health care setting. I have been doing home health since November 2018. I am pursuing to become a nurse in the future and find working with people to be a passion of mine. I am adaptable to any environment, have great...
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Eden M.


Boulder, CO

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter Or Part Time Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to teenagers. Throughout high school I gained experience as a baby sitter and had regular clients who's children's ages ranged from 8 weeks to 11 years old. I became certified as a babysitter through the Apple Barn when I was 13. In high school I...
Eden can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Eden is great with all of my kids and she's a great communicator, I highly recommend her!"

Emily M.

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Mary C.


Louisville, CO

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Smart And Fun Sitter

I have a lot of experience working with kids, including those with learning disabilities and special needs, and have a lot of experience as a sitter, camp counselor, and tutor, so I could tutor kids in a variety of subjects including voice (I am a trained singer). I am kind, funny, entertaining, creative, responsible, and...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katie L.


Boulder, CO

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

More Than A Helping Hand

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katie, I am currently an Environmental Design student in my second year at CU Boulder looking for a wonderful family to work with for the school year! I have 4 years total of experience working with kids. I spent 2 years as an aftercare worker at a Montessori school, 1 year as a family nanny with a 7 and...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
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Julie D.


Broomfield, CO

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Available :)

Hello! I'm a mom of 3 boys who's looking to pick up some extra work while they are at school. I have over 10 years experience & when I was in school myself, was always with my mom who was a nanny. I have lots of experience in special needs - ranging from ASD, g tube, j tube, breathing problems, oxygen, cpap, pulse ox etc. My...
Julie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Samela R.


Thornton, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Comforting

I'd describe my personality as comforting, considerate and responsible. I like working with kids because I enjoy their energy. I have 3 of my own that are grown now. I homeschooled my boys and ran a family home day care with up to 8 children. I have worked for various school districts as a substitute teacher and as a special...
Samela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

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Felicia L.


Westminster, CO

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver (cna)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a care giver/cna since I graduated highly school 2008. I enjoy the work and the one on one care. I've worked varies places nursing homes, hospitals, and home health care. My favorite is home health care because the one on one care you can provide for the person. I love people and tending to their specific needs. Very...
Hi! I'm Chaquella, but everyone calls me Quella. I relocated to Louisville Colorado from Massachusetts in 2019 with my now husband and family after living there my entire childhood. I am a 27-year-old EEC certified teacher for infants- school age. ( first aid and CPR included). My most recent work is nannying since 2020. and I...
Chaquella can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Britney F.


Boulder, CO

$23-28/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter And Occupational Therapist

I have experience as an occupational therapist, providing personalized care and therapy to patients of all ages. My skills include creating tailored treatment plans, fostering independence, and promoting overall well-being. As a babysitter, I am skilled in child development and safety protocols, creating a fun and educational...
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Margaret P.


Broomfield, CO

$19/hr3 yrs exp

I Am A Reliable And Energetic Person With Experience With Ages 1-8 And Children With Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and friendly I like working with kids because they're fun and adventurous and love to live life in ways that make them happy! I'm looking for a job that is flexible to work with my school schedule and a family that communicates needs. I started working with kids when I...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tami G.


Broomfield, CO

$5-10/hr5 yrs exp

Licensed Child Care Provider

I have a background in working with adults and children with special needs. I provided direct care to adults with special needs and case management to children with medical needs and developmental delays. I believe it is important to include children with special needs in all activities possible. I would love the opportunity to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lafayette, CO

Sarah S.

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 fails to try to figure things out,...

- David G.

Hailey H.

5.0

We are so lucky to have Hailey as our child provider. She is reliable, fun, calm and comforting and flexible. My daughter talks about her for hours the next day! She cooks dinner plays with our child and keeps the house how we left it :) she's got extensive experience and finds new experiences to...

- Jenna F.

Jamie T.

5.0

Jamie works patiently and is always there for your loved one. I highly recommend her.

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Emilianna B.

5.0

Emilianna has been terrific. She's early to appointments and flexible if we need her to be. She always has crafts with her. Overall would continue working with her long term. I've had better luck with consistency of bookings than others on platform. Thanks Em.

- Allan E.

Natalya M.

5.0

This is THE BEST Care giver you will find I am certain! I have used this site and interviewed many. We were lucky to find Natalya. She cared has for my 3 children that include a Newborn and two older children with Special Needs. She is has been wonderful and earned my complete trust. She has gone...

- Tessa A.

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