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Alexis H.


Aurora, CO

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 31 and have had about 10 years of experience with younger children. I have always had to take care of my other younger siblings. I am very experienced with the different situations that may come up. My oldest has autism so I have experience with special needs.. I am very patient, understanding, great with children as I have...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexis was great we will definitely hire her again for date nights. I was nervous leaving my babies with a non family caregiver but felt completely comfortable when I met her and her little girl. My girls had a great time and everything was well taken care of in my...

Greta D.

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Allessa W.


Aurora, CO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced Babysitter!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Currently I teach severe needs students in an middle school. I have 6 years teaching special needs children in elementary schools. I have 2 years experience in a preschool, 10+ years experience babysitting and as a nanny independently and for an agency. I am comfortable with infants and children of all ages. I like to integrate...
Allessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Allee has been the most wonderful caregiver for our daughter. She has worked for us for just over a year. She is so wonderful with children. Her background in early childhood education is such a great thing for families with young children. She knows just how to...

Loriel F.

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Bridget K.


Denver, CO

$24-40/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Care Taker

4.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a para educator for children with severe needs at an elementary school. This is my ninth year as a para. I've been working with children with disabilities and/or developmental delays for 10+ years. I've worked with many different disabilities. I volunteer a lot of my time with Special Olympics (primarily Young...
5.0
"Our kids were instantly comfortable with Bridget. Since she is a paraprofessional, I know that she is comfortable taking care of kids with special needs. Thanks Bridget!"

Eiko B.

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Ann C.


Denver, CO

$19/hr10 yrs exp

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

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

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Jhiana

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jhiana, I have Over 12 years of child care experience with children of all ages. I was also an aupair with aupair in America 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...
Jhiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Absolutely amazing!! Jhiana stepped in last minute after is I'd had multiple arrangements fall though to care for my 3 year old son while we were in Denver for my job. I had meetings all day and Jhiana sent me regular updates through the day, making me feel fully...

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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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Katherine M.


Aurora, CO

$24-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been a compassionate, dependable caretaker for a long time- from caring for seniors and children with special needs in their homes, to being a tutor with my Masters of Ed specializing in Literacy, to high school teacher and leader for students at-risk, Academic Director for a national network of schools, to being a...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Katherine is great! From the very first message she had clear consistent communication, making the entire experience stress-free and seamless. Katherine is truly a reliable professional, and I highly recommend her. "

Tony P.

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Riley C.


Denver, CO

$19/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, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Ty G.


Denver, CO

$23-26/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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...

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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Brooke N.


Denver, CO

$19-20/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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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.

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Kaylyn P.


Brighton, CO

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Aloha I am 24 years old. I have recently moved to Colorado from Hawaii. Previously as a caseworker, I have 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...
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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Rebecca M.


Denver, CO

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate, Caring, Trustworthy!

I have over 4 years of paid experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am a QMAP, I specialize in Geriatric/dementia patients, I love our VETS! I have some training in wound care, but also love little ones, and those with specialized needs, I was fortunate enough to assist my mom in her battle...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rebecca was very helpful with in getting my mail and taking out my trash ran to the store so I could pick up essentials nice to have someone to chat with"

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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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Therese M.


Denver, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Full Time Job, For A Home Care.

My name is Therese, I have been a caregiver for over 15 years were my duties were cleaning, shopping, showering, dressing, companion care, activities of daily living, medication reminder, bed making, and report any change on their body or mood. CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) for over 10 years and my duties were cleaning,...
Therese can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She was a hard worker and showed respect for all staff members."

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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, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Highly recommend. Catherine is kind, loving and fun. My kid loves spending time with her. We really appreciate her help. She is part of our family. We’ve known her for almost 9 years and never had any issues. "

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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

$20-22/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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Watkins, CO

Alexis H.

5.0

Alexis was great we will definitely hire her again for date nights. I was nervous leaving my babies with a non family caregiver but felt completely comfortable when I met her and her little girl. My girls had a great time and everything was well taken care of in my home. My 4 year old even told told...

- Greta D.

Allessa W.

5.0

Allee has been the most wonderful caregiver for our daughter. She has worked for us for just over a year. She is so wonderful with children. Her background in early childhood education is such a great thing for families with young children. She knows just how to keep them occupied and learning every...

- Loriel F.

Bridget K.

5.0

Our son is High Functioning Autistic and Bridget has been amazing with him! He absolutely loves her and she has been a tremendous help to our family and for my wife when I am working long hours. We have a 7 year old daughter as well and having Bridget in our house for my son helps my wife immensely...

- Ben D.

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

Absolutely amazing!! Jhiana stepped in last minute after is I'd had multiple arrangements fall though to care for my 3 year old son while we were in Denver for my job. I had meetings all day and Jhiana sent me regular updates through the day, making me feel fully at ease. My son had a great time...

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