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Ann C.


Denver, CO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher For 26 Years, Experienced With Mild, Moderate; Behavior Disorders, Severe Profound, And Physically Handicapped.

5.0

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Hi, I have been a teacher in the public schools in Loveland and Greeley; worked as a respite worker in Loveland for a 27-year-old; worked as a Nanny in the summers in Greeley; a caregiver for my father, aged 94. Very experienced and knowledgeable.
5.0
"We hired Ann to care for my 2 girls, ages 6 and 4. My 4 year old has severe epilepsy and is non verbal. Ann pays close to attention to detail regarding all of my 4 year old's needs and is prepared for a medical emergency should one arise. My husband and I feel very...

Meghan W.

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Jhiana P.


Denver, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Jhiana

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jhiana, I have Over 10, 000 hours of child care experience with kids of all ages. I was also an aupair for 3 years caring for three kids ages 2, 3 and 8 simultaneously. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, reassuring and caring. I'm looking for a job that has mutual respect between the family and caregiver. Open...
Jhiana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My 18mo old took to Jhiana right away, and she was fantastic! Highly recommend working with her. "

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Mikaela S.


Parker, CO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night And After School Care

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I am a 28-year-old professional working as a flight attendant. I am looking for date night, afternoon and occasional hours. I graduated from CU Denver with a bachelor's in Accounting and International Business minor Economics. I am a fun-loving responsible babysitter with over 10 years of babysitting experience from newborns and...
Mikaela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mikaela is awesome! She came over and met my kiddos before jumping in headfirst taking care of both our 4 month old daughter and our 2.5 year old son for a full day. She had no problems what-so-ever. Definitely would recommend her, she's a sweetheart!"

Morgan E.

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Leah F.


Aurora, CO

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs

I am a mother to a 16-year-old daughter, and 3 dogs, a Guinea pig and a caretaker to elderly and children alike. I am compassionate and believe in forming strong relationships with my clients. If you're in need of a caretaker or need a helping hand, I'll be glad to work with you. Sincerely, Leah
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Riley C.


Denver, CO

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter And Teacher In 1!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Riley and I have 10 plus years of experience nannying and babysitting for families. I have a background in Childhood Education and have worked as a substitute teacher, one on one aid, and have experience working with children with special needs. I am currently completing my Doctor of Audiology degree at a...
Riley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Riley is great! Our two young boys adore her and she's a total natural with kids!"

Amanda F.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a parent of a child with special needs, I have learned so much. I know that each child is there own person regardless of labels they may be given. I love watching Evey child learn and grow and I enjoy supporting families and sharing what I have learned so far on my journey with my son.
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Kaitlyn H.


Parker, CO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a preschool teacher in the area and I absolutely adore working with kids. I have experience at several different schools and have been very well loved by my students, parents and administrators at every one of them. I have a degree in Early childhood education and 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, and providing...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is fantastic with kids of various ages. From nurturing little ones to setting limits with middle-schoolers, she is awesome. She also gives kids a high priority with her schedule, which I appreciate."

Amy S.

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Brooke N.


Denver, CO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since I was 12, I have known that being around kids always makes me happy. I grew up taking care of my 5 younger siblings, 2 of which have special needs. I taught preschool at a child development center on a naval base for 5 years, spending most of my time with toddlers. I love watching children learn and grow and have gained so...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brooke provided childcare for our two boys (4 and 1 when she started) for the last 10 months, and only stopped working with us due to a move. She was an amazing caregiver for our family. She is very dependable and flexible. She was always up for watching them for a...

Molly G.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey!! My name is Julianna, I feel very comfortable taking care of special need children, I am first aid and CPR Certified for 2 years :) I have 6 brothers, my younger brother who is 8 years of age is autistic, I have previously volunteered at a autism learning center when we learned about my brothers diagnosis. I love to learn...
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Jaycilyn J.


Aurora, CO

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm looking for a family to join late august/early September! I have been a full time nanny for the past 7 years, with over 10 years of childcare experience, working with newborn up to 13 years old, with limited special needs care as well as house manager experience. Kids are my passion and I take care of them as if they...
Jaycilyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jayce is absolutely wonderful! She cared for our two boys, ages 2 and 4, in our home four days a week for nearly a year. She truly became part of the family. She is creative, consistent, and extremely reliable. Since we don't do TV during the day, she was always...

Heidi F.

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Ty G.


Denver, CO

$23-27/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, Or Other Child Needs

My name is Ty! I have a wide range of experience working with kids in different settings. I have taught music lessons, tutored, directed camps, led art workshops, coordinated volunteer experiences, and babysat. I am positive, outgoing, creative, and enjoy children of all ages. I love outdoor education, staying busy with...
Ty can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kama S.


Denver, CO

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello & thanks for checking out my profile. Here's a little about me! I absolutely adore working with children. I am looking to work around 40 hours a week. I have 7 siblings all younger so I am very experienced with children. I have worked with children with disabilities such as Downs Syndrome, Spina Bifida, ADHD/Autism, and...
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Catherine R.


Aurora, CO

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Nurturing And Fun Nanny! :D

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Catherine. I am currently a nanny to two adorable boys, 5 and 3. Previously I nannied a 6-month-old baby girl, so precious! My other experiences are several years working in the nursery at the youth camp, house sitting for ages infant to teen on top of over a decade of experience with children teaching piano. I...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Catherine was amazing with my 4 month old. She played, cuddled and was very comfortable in our home. I would absolutely recommend her!"

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Jolene H.


Denver, CO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! I am currently teaching in Nebraska. I teach special education and am in my 7th year. I work with students who have learning disabilities, Autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbances, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, and more. I have done it all from academics, to behaviors, to life skills, and diapering/feeding...
5.0
"Jolene is very kind, responsible, and creative. She has a strong background in special needs and knows how to individualize programming and care to fit a child's needs. Jolene is very easy to work with and kids love her! I would highly recommend her!"

Stephanie M.

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Darla S.


Denver, CO

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Great With Children

I current work at a school with autistic children as a paraprofessional. I have worked in schools for two years working directly with children aging from 5-14. I also worked at a daycare and was the lead teacher in the infant room for a year. I have taken classes in school for childhood development. I have CPR training. I can...
Darla can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I can say a lot about Darla. She brings a great work ethic while encouraging others to work hard. Her sense of humor is uplifting and enjoyable to be around. Overall she would be a great addition to any work place. "

Ryan B.

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Kiana J.


Aurora, CO

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kiana I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a B. S. in Education majoring in both Elementary (K-6) and Special Education (K-12). I am a 3rd grade teacher in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools system. I have worked at an Day School in the Greensboro, NC area for the past 3 years as a...
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Allison C.


Denver, CO

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable Caregiver Full Of Smiles And Joy!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Alli with over 10 years of nannying experience. I am passionate about building trust with your kiddos by letting them know they are heard through engaging conversation. I will be sure to expand their imagination and creative minds through plenty of book reading, arts and crafts, yoga/breathing exercises, and just...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Allison arrived on time and is super friendly. My kids absolutely adored her and didn't want her to leave. Highly recommend and looking forward to having her watch my kids again!"

Angelika S.

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Angela H.


Denver, CO

$12-20/hr1 yrs exp

Physical Therapy Graduate Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate from the University of Miami and recently moved home to Tucson to start travel PT. I have a lot of experience working with people of all ages and of all different level of needs. Looking to help those in need of short term care. Looking forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Friendly, punctual, responsible, and a safe driver; would definitely hire again if the need arises."

Jim G.

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Akouvi T.


Denver, CO

$24/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time And Full Time Carrier Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with nine years of experience, I'm dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of children. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to connect with children and create a safe, stimulating environment for them to thrive. I believe in fostering open communication...
Akouvi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"she is a very rounded young lady that is on top of things."

Arianna C.

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Julianna A.


Denver, CO

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jules! I have cared for many families over the past 8 years ranging from a family of 5 children (ages 11, 9, 5, 3, and 6 months) to a summer camp group of children who have special needs. In high school, my friends and I created a camp for children with disabilities that went on for a week that included games...
Julianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Julianna was a wonderful nanny for our 1 year old. Fun, creative, patient, flexible, and dedicated, everything we could hope for."

Jasin N.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Watkins, CO

Ann C.

5.0

We hired Ann to care for my 2 girls, ages 6 and 4. My 4 year old has severe epilepsy and is non verbal. Ann pays close to attention to detail regarding all of my 4 year old's needs and is prepared for a medical emergency should one arise. My husband and I feel very comfortable leaving our girls in...

- Meghan W.

Jhiana P.

5.0

Jhiana was extremely friendly and immediately eased our minds so that my husband and I could enjoy a night out with friends! We haven't left our baby with many people and she made us feel totally comfortable. We look forward to working with her again!

- Carina S.

Mikaela S.

5.0

Mikaela looks after our little one (2y.o) allowing us to go out for random date nights. She does an amazing job, and has always been on-time and responsive. She often brings her own activities, which is awesome. She's also been patient with the bed time battles that can occur.

- John S.

Riley C.

5.0

Riley is great! She is responsible and dependable and a clear communicator with clear expectations. My kids love having her. I would highly recommend her.

- Ann W.

Kaitlyn H.

5.0

Kaitlyn is fantastic with kids of various ages. From nurturing little ones to setting limits with middle-schoolers, she is awesome. She also gives kids a high priority with her schedule, which I appreciate.

- Amy S.

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