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Lucy C.


Fort Collins, CO

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Lucy, I am a junior at CSU. I have 7 years of experience babysitting and I learned a tremendous amount from my brother who has Down syndrome and autism. Additionally, I have babysat for various kids with special needs. I have learned that patience is vital as well as safety, but the end goal is also to have fun. I...
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Anika G.


Greeley, CO

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Anika! I have 6+ years of experience working with children of all ages, including special needs. I am also CPR/First Aide certified. I have a 4-year-old and 1-year-old daughters that would need to be with me while I watch your child(ren). My current availability is Monday-Friday. My daughter does go to school half days....
Anika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anika did an amazing job with our kids. She was kind and responsible. Her daughter brought an incredible element for my kids to learn to be kind and gentle with smaller kids and didn't detract from the care my kids received."

Katie S.

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Mikaela C.


Windsor, CO

$20-23/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny Passionate About Kids, Here In Your Time Of Need.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Mikaela, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I have been working with children for as long as I can remember and it has always been a passion of mine! I have experience with special needs children, medically complex infants, multiples, pets, and have worked with newborns, up to preteens! I have...
Mikaela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mikaela is very reliable and always flexible to accommodate any schedule changes. "

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Renate M.


Loveland, CO

$37/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid, Full time. Meal Prep, House- Keeping, Errands, Companionship

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Had my first care. com senior to accompany for 6 weeks, and loved every minute of it! Been with care. com for over 8 years now, and my families have become family to me. Check out the review my families gave me. Was for 26 years a Foster mom to a special needs child. Raised my own 3 kids, took care of my daughter with cancer for...
Renate can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, home modification & more
5.0
"Renate is a jewel. My father in law who was very resistant to get any help, is so happy! A real success and this is thanks to Renate ability to make him comfortable, caring and lively too."

Brigitte T.

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Ally G.


Fort Collins, CO

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

The Babysitter You're Looking For!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I absolutely love working with children and I have been doing so for 5 years. In the past, I have worked as a ski instructor for 4-5-year-olds, a swim teacher, a nanny, a gymnastics coach, and a babysitter/nanny. I am extremely passionate about working with kids with special needs and volunteer my time with Special...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ally was fabulous! Our baby and our dog loved her. We were able to have a wonderful time out without worrying about a thing. "

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Susan T.


Fort Collins, CO

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

To Whom it May Concern, Greetings! I believe my 35+ years of experience caring for children in various settings is an excellent match to the qualifications you are seeking for this position. In the years I was working as a professional Social Worker helping children and families with special needs, I continued to nanny...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have known Susan for 9 years. In that time, I have found Susan to be a great person that I have entrusted with my son on many occasions. She is caring, hard-working, and extremely dependable. I would not hesitate to recommend Susan for any future endeavors she...

April C.

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Hannah S.


Erie, CO

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hannah, and I graduated in December 2023 with a Bachelor's degree in Communication. I have experience working with children aged 1-9. During my time in college, I held a position as a certified pharmacy technician for over three years. Concurrently, I also served as a part-time caregiver for a young girl with special...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Maria V.


Boulder, CO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate and I am taking some time off before applying to graduate programs in Neuroscience. I majored in psychology, with minors in biology and neuroscience and I plan to work with children. I babysit regularly, speak fluent English and Spanish, I have a background in early childhood psychological research, and...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I had Maria come while we interim with childcare for my daughter she was on time and very responsible. We were tremendously impressed with her knowledge on child development and she appropriate skills and activities. She is dependable and extremely knowledgeable in...

Caryn P.

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Kelleen B.


Loveland, CO

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care-giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 with their ages ranging from 16-18. I have cared for and loved many individuals with varying needs. Through caring for individuals with ALS, Down Syndrome, Alzheimer's, Quadrepligia, Ataxia, Parkinson's to Incontinence, Dementia, Mobility issues, etc I have developed an extensive amount of training as well as...
5.0
"Kelleen has been a wonderful care giver for my daughter with special needs. She has been more than a care giver, she has been a friend to my daughter."

Alice M.

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Samantha-rei G.


Fort Collins, CO

$17-30/hr11 yrs exp

Loving, Outgoing Nanny Ready To Help You With Your Special Little One.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! I'm Samantha-Rei, or Samirei the nanny! I have a strong heart and passion for children, I am currently a student studying Music Therapy, I have a heart for special needs children and I hope to one day make this my permanent job. I have 10 years of experience. I am not afraid of getting my hands dirty, I can...
Samantha-rei can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Vivian P.


Loveland, CO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired LPN

Worked primarily with Special Needs and elderly. Friendly, supportive, caring, conscientious, compassionate, honest.
Vivian can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, transportation
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Emma H.


Loveland, CO

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have been babysitting for children ages 7months to about 12 years of age for more than 5 years now and I currently work as a special needs paraprofessional . I am fun loving and likable. I can be firm when I need to be and enjoy doing learning activities with children.
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ana G.


Erie, CO

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 26-year-old bilingual nanny (English and Spanish) with over 5 years of experience working with children of all ages, including infants and children with special needs. My background includes roles as a nanny, au pair, teacher, and babysitter, where I've supported families by creating safe, nurturing, and engaging...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Haley H.


Fort Collins, CO

$24/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available

I have experience working in a daycare, nannying, and babysitting. I am infant and child CPR certified. I have 6 nieces and nephews that I absolutely adore! I play the ukulele and love to sing and make art. If you have any questions feel free to message me. I had the opportunity to be a helper on a special needs softball team...
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Naomi G.


Evans, CO

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Let's Have Some Fun!

I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind, and lots of fun! I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn new things and how adventurous they are. Never a dull time when kids are around! I'm looking for a job that can help me gain more experience with kids to help me further my knowledge in school. I started...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Britney F.


Boulder, CO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter And Occupational Therapist: Nurturing Development And Well-being

Experienced babysitter and certified occupational therapist, equipped with a deep understanding of child development and a passion for fostering nurturing environments. Skilled in creating fun and engaging activities that promote cognitive and physical development. Responsible, attentive, and dedicated to providing high-quality...
Britney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Julie D.


Windsor, CO

$20-25/hr

Part-time Care Giver

I have provided part-time respite care for a grade school age Down syndrome young man, years ago. A enjoyed playing with my two school aged boys, mixing in with our late afternoon- early evening flow and occasional dinners when Mom was running late from work. It felt great to provide help to my friend's high achieving athletic...
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Hailey F.


Loveland, CO

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I m Hailey and I live in Black Forest. I m very friendly and caring, I have experience with special needs. I love to help with anything and I hope I can help with you. If you have any questions please feel free to ask me. Hope to talk to you soon!
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Alaina T.


Greeley, CO

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Caring Nanny

Hello! My Name is Alaina! I am a college student at the University ,Studying Special Education! I love have worked with individuals with special needs for a while in different positions and would love to nanny for any family that needs a little help with their child with special needs!
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mariel G.


Fort Collins, CO

$24-35/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Occupational Therapist Ready To Create Joy With Your Child!

Hello! I am a pediatric occupational therapist with 12 years of experience in outpatient clinics. I am currently providing virtual parent coaching and in home OT services in the metro area! You can learn more by googling Wholehearted Parenting Collective. Reach out with any questions!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mead, CO

Anika G.

5.0

Anika did an amazing job with our kids. She was kind and responsible. Her daughter brought an incredible element for my kids to learn to be kind and gentle with smaller kids and didn't detract from the care my kids received.

- Katie S.

Mikaela C.

5.0

Mikaela is very reliable and always flexible to accommodate any schedule changes.

- Care member

Renate M.

5.0

We feel so fortunate to have found Renate! She is quickly becoming a part of our family! She is an amazing person and has been so very helpful with my parents.

- Katie N.

Ally G.

5.0

Ally was fabulous! Our baby and our dog loved her. We were able to have a wonderful time out without worrying about a thing.

- Care member

Susan T.

5.0

I have known Sue for 4-5 years. She is most detail-oriented, organized, responsible, kind and caring person I know. She has 2 children and has been a stay-at-home mom since they were born. She is also very active in the kids' school being on various committees. Now that her kids are a little...

- Lisa C.

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