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Katie M.


Lyons, CO

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Experienced, & Loving Nanny (Specializing In Infant Care)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families, I have found my next position and will update my bio here if I become available again. I hope you find a wonderful caregiver for your little ones! Warmly, Katie A bit about me: I have over 15 years of experience caring for infants and children, including multiples and children with special needs. It has always...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lisa M.


Berthoud, CO

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caretaker For Both Young And "not So Young"

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Since 1988, it has been my true passion taking care of people both young and elderly. From 1988-2004 I worked with special needs children in an Elementary and Middle school setting. Since then, I have taken care of elderly patients from companionship to terminally ill. I was with one family for over 10 years. Let me be part...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lisa is a wonderful woman with a heart the size of Texas. She will do everything she can to help those in need."

Janis H.

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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Madison J.


Longmont, CO

$19-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello There! Nice To Meet You.

Hi! My name is Madi, I am currently in my last semester at Colorado State University studying Human Development. In the future I see myself becoming a special education teacher or a working with at risk youth. I'm looking for a job inside Boulder to occupy my time and to enjoy being around children! At CSU, I was a leader of a...
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Nicole V.


Boulder, CO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

I have 10 years of experience in the field of education spanning a wide range of child development, starting with infants up to fifth grade in my first teaching post at an after school program. I have experience both with typically developing and also with special needs children in relation to sensory processing disorder, autism...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole is a deeply gifted caregiver with decades of experience and preschool training. Anyone would be lucky to have her care for your children, in my opinion!"

Nikki D.

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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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...

Tessa A.

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Ruth U.


Boulder, CO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a Caregiver for the last eight plus years, I worked closely with a married couple in their home for four years. After they passed, I worked with those with challenges, all different ages. Beginning to work with babies and teenagers and their families. My services include: cooking meals; grocery shopping; keeping company/...
5.0
"Ruth has been incredibly helpful to me in my current situation. After an ER episode and then a week at an in-patient rehab facility, I am now receiving regular out-patient therapy at the same place. The distance is significant and I cannot drive it myself. Ruth...

Jane R.

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Isabel F.


Boulder, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

About Me:

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Isabel, here are a few things to know about me. :) My babysitting career began in 2015 when I was a caregiver at a day care for infants, children, and teenagers. I continued to babysit throughout college and also implemented aspects of tutoring. After graduating with a Bachelor's degree, I spent a season...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Isabel is highly attentive, engaging and responsible caretaker of my 4 year old daughter. She has with a great attitude and ability to earn trust (with both child and parents) quickly. She is also a great communicator with medical training. "

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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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Morgan A.


Berthoud, CO

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've had my CNA renewed a few times. I've worked with special needs, injured adults, grandparents. I've not recently worked in a facility but I've nannied multiple kids with special needs. As well, I've cared for many grandparents. I'm 30,. I enjoy doing things with my husband and our dogs, or we love staying home. I've been...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Madison B.


Boulder, CO

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Madison and I am studying psychology and neuroscience at Boulder. I have three years of nanny experience and I love kids!! I also have 2 years of experience working with kids that have special needs. My schedule is very flexible and I am happy to work together to come up with hours that work for everyone!
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Ashley G.


Boulder, CO

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 10 years of experience baby sitting kids of all ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am a fun sitter and I love kids of all ages. I worked at Imagine summer camp last summer and worked with special needs clients from ages 4-21. I was a nanny for two years and I have been babysitting since I was 12. I am...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Caroline Z.


Boulder, CO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for viewing my profile! I am looking for weekend caretaking jobs. I come from a tight knit family with three sisters and loving parents. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old! I have cared for families having up to seven kids, have had CPR/first aid training, and have experience with children with special...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sharon S.


Longmont, CO

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Caretaker

In my teaching and counseling experience I have worked with individuals with special needs. I am very understanding and compassionate and relate easily to that population.
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Kayla G.


Boulder, CO

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver And Helper

Hello my name is Kayla. I am very patient, kind, and easy going. Taking care of others and getting to know people is my passion. I have worked with people of all different disabilities, seniors and have also been a nanny. I am currently studying nursing at UNO. In addition, I have my certified nursing aid certification. I have a...
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Abigail Z.


Boulder, CO

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Capable, Loving Help

At my highschool I received the volunteer award for my inspired work with children with cerebral palsy. I worked at Boulder Community Hospital on the cardiac floor for 7 yrs as a nurses assistant, and really enjoyed this work too. I have an LPN from Front Range and a BA in psychology from CU. For 8 years recently I co-owned a...
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Larissa G.


Longmont, CO

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Passionate About Nature And Children Development

Graduated as a Biology teacher, I love nature, playing at parks, hiking and science experiments. I have been working with children of all ages since I was 13 years old (I'm 28yo now) and in the past 2. 5 years I've been a full time nanny live-in. I have experience with special needs (autism and ADHD) and I believe patience and...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kerry B.


Boulder, CO

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Kerry Cares CareGiving

I am here to help your family. I am able to take directions very well and also assess situations and jump in without being asked. I love helping others and just loving people for who they are, beyond their disabilities. I grew up having a sister who suffers from mental illness, a mom with Polio and an uncle with mental and...
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Maggie C.


Boulder, CO

$18-50/hr1 yrs exp

As a part-time EMT, I am dedicated to providing a safe and engaging environment. I am the oldest of four, which has given me a lifetime of experience in caring for others. My youngest sister has special needs which has provided me many unique and thoughtful experiences. I love spending time and having fun with people!
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jessica B.


Boulder, CO

$25-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I started caring for people with special needs when I was 15 and working at a local Y. In my spare time, I like to play sand volleyball, travel, and spend time with friends. One thing you should know about me is I treat all the families with whom I work as my own family, and I value that connection in working with every...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lyons, CO

Lisa M.

5.0

Lisa is a very caring and knowledgeable caregiver. She cared for our Mom for several months. Mom was 102 years old but mentally sound. Mom liked Lisa very much. Lisa was great at providing hands on care and following mom's wishes. Lisa also played cards with Mom and kept her entertained. They...

- Janis M.

Katherine Z.

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 for anyone who has need for a...

- Sandy L.

Nicole V.

5.0

We worked with Nicole for our first baby, and she immediately made us feel comfortable handing over care. She started with us when my daughter was around 11 weeks old and was incredibly knowledgeable about needs while being very respectful of what my husband and I wanted for care. We've enjoyed...

- Anastasia O.

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.

Ruth U.

5.0

Ruth has been incredibly helpful to me in my current situation. After an ER episode and then a week at an in-patient rehab facility, I am now receiving regular out-patient therapy at the same place. The distance is significant and I cannot drive it myself. Ruth has been driving me to and from my...

- Jane R.

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