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Find special needs caregivers in Wellington, CO that you’ll love

50 special needs caregivers are listed in Wellington, CO

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Wellington, CO

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Ellie M.


Fort Collins, CO

$17-24/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

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I am a Registered Behavioral Technician who works with kiddos with autism and other developmental disabilities on a daily basis. I am very compassionate, empathetic, understanding, and willing to learn.
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Lexie P.


Fort Collins, CO

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

This past summer I worked with children with autism through a summer school program. I absolutely loved it and continued working with the school district once the school year started. I decided I would like to go back to school to get my masters so that I can eventually become a Special Education teacher.
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Hunter D.


Fort Collins, CO

$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Liscensed Counselor Specialized In ADHD And LD

Hi there! My name is Hunter and I am a licensed professional counselor candidate (LPCC) with a masters in counseling and career development. Before that, I spent spent 4 years as a tutor and eventually moved abroad for a year to teach English. I was diagnosed with ADHD at 17 years old and it's been my passion ever since to...
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Alessia F.


Fort Collins, CO

$17-22/hr • 7 yrs exp

Former Sped Paraprofessional

My name is Lacey and I've been in childcare for nearly a decade! I started as a swim instructor while lifeguarding and at my most recent job I worked with special needs students at a middle school and supervised k-5th graders in an after school day care. I love going to the park, making crafts, baking and reading out loud! Kids...
Alessia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Maggie M.


Fort Collins, CO

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Worldly & Kind Caregiver With Teaching Experience

Hi! My name is Maggie, and I'm an incoming PhD student at CSU. I speak English and some Mandarin, and I have 5 years of caregiving experience and four years of K-12 and undergraduate teaching experience. I am patient, passionate, and responsible. I have my own car and can be flexible around your needs. My PhD will not begin...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hunter D.


Fort Collins, CO

$16-26/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun And Compassionate Former Teacher-Future Counselor

Hello! I just recently graduated with my masters in counseling and before that I taught children abroad for a past year. I have been working with little ones of all ages for the last 15 years, from babysitting, tutoring and working with special needs. I love creating new and imaginative games to play while also maintaining a...
Hunter can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Mary Caroline H.


Fort Collins, CO

$19-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Kind, Compassionate, And Creative College Senior!

Hello! My name is Minnie. I am originally from Chicago but I have been living in Fort Collins for 4 years. I am a student at Colorado State University and will graduate this December! I have extensive experience in childcare. I worked as a swim instructor for toddlers and children for three years and served as a supervisor for...
Mary Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rylan G.


Fort Collins, CO

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Rylan! I have tons of experience with kids! I have a lot of younger cousins who all lived near me growing up and I babysat for them their whole life, I have also babysat for a handful of other families. I have a brother with Down Syndrome who is the best, so I am very used to hanging out with people with special needs and...
Rylan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ashlee D.


Fort Collins, CO

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fort Collins Nanny

A few years ago as my first job as a senior in high school, I was hired as a child care specialist at Respite Care, Inc., a house for the developmentally-disabled children. Since that time, I was a long-term nanny for a few kiddos of all ages (infant to teen) in Boulder, CO, until becoming a Nurse. I continue to be in touch and...
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Kaylee A.


Fort Collins, CO

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter That Loves Games!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Kaylee. I am the oldest of 5. I am 18 and have always adored kids. My childcare experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love games like hide and seek and crafts. I am so excited to meet your family and my hope in my time with you...
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Krista P.


Fort Collins, CO

$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Child Carer From Australia (Dual Citizenship)

I worked for YMCA childcare in Australia for 4 years, while also doing babysitting on the side. I have experience with children from ages 4-14, including special needs children. I am trustworthy, responsible and enjoy creating a safe environment for the children in my care.
Krista can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Callie G.


Fort Collins, CO

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caring Graduate Student Who Enjoys Working With Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Callie, and I am a second year grad student pursuing a doctorate in occupational therapy. I have a degree in psychology with a minor in human development, and I love working with kids! I have experience working at a daycare, primarily with toddlers ages 15 months- 2 years, but have worked with other age groups...
Callie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Natalie M.


Fort Collins, CO

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Advanced Caregiver

Hello! I'm Natalie, I love working with kids and seniors, and of course furry family members. I have 3 years of pet sitting experience, 1 year of infant babysitting experience, 3 years of working with ages 2-12, and 2 years of senior/ special needs adult, advanced caregiving experience at a home healthcare agency. I aided with...
Natalie can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
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Jayla O.


Pierce, CO

$16-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have lots of experience in childcare!! -Severe Special Needs aide -Daycare attendant 66 6 months+ -Older sister by 12 yrs I also have experience in housekeeping My certs :) - Adult CPR/AED, Child CPR, and First Aid Date completed 5/2/2023 (I get renewed through work) I would describe myself as a calm and empathetic...
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Abbey L.


Fort Collins, CO

$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Cool Babysitter With Experience!

Hi! I'm Abbey! I'm 18 years old and I'm attending CSU for Theater and Human Development and Family Sciences! My mom is a preschool teacher and I've been helping in her classroom for 3 years and I have 2 years of babysitting/nannying experience with pre-k age kids! I do have a lot of experience with handling siblings! I have some...
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Alexandria J.


Granite Canon, WY

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is AJ! I am the oldest out of 9 siblings so you could say I've had some experience. I have mentored special needs but I'm not a pro at everything. I love the energy and the positivity kids bring! They lighten any room with their smile and personality. I have trained in elementary classrooms before and would...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

I have some personal and professional experience caring for people with disabilities, majority children, but I would be very willing to learn how to best support them!
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Izabella B.


Fort Collins, CO

$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello Moms & Dads!

My name is Izabella and I am currently home from Colorado state university for the summer. I am studying Human Development & Family Studies with a minor in Sign Language. (To be a pre-K to 3rd grade teacher for kids with special needs or that are HOH) This past year I worked at a preschool with the 3/4/5 y/o but have been...
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Hannah G.


Fort Collins, CO

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

After-School Nanny And/or Babysitter

Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I just graduated with my Master's degree from CSU. I am interested in either a full-time or part-time nanny position! Below, you can find my experience nannying, working in childcare, and education. Please, reach out if you have any questions! Nanny December 2022 - August 2022 Fort Collins,...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie M.


Fort Collins, CO

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Natalie, I love working with kids and seniors, and of course furry family members. I have 3 years of pet sitting experience, 1 year of infant babysitting experience, 3 years of working with ages 2-12, and 2 years of senior/ special needs adult, advanced caregiving experience at a home healthcare agency. I aided with...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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