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180 special needs caregivers are listed in Colorado Springs, CO
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Colorado Springs, CO
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I currently nanny for a family with two boys, who both have autism. I have some nephews as well who have some behavioral disorders that I have learned to work with patiently. I am extremely kind, understanding, and patient.
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I have worked with kids for over 25 years including kids and adults with special needs. I am certified in CPR, first aid, medication administration and bloodborne pathogens. I also have CPI training. I love kids, they are my passion. I like to send pictures while you are out so you know the kids are ok. I am very reliable and...
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I have a wide range of special needs experience and skills, starting when I was a teenager looking after 7-year-old W who was autistic, then later in my 20's volunteering with Special Olympics, then in the last 3 years caring for 2 sets of brothers with special needs and a young man with a brain injury. Please tell me how I can...
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"Hired is not the right word for Ken. He immediately became a family member-going so beyond our initial request. I reached out to Ken, initially, because my husband was having surgery and I needed additional...
Reviewed by Lois L.
Terri S.
Colorado Springs, CO
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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The elderly and children, alike, need gentle compassionate care and I love it giving to them. I've been both a Nanny and Elder companion and Ive excelled at both. Senior companion & caretaker: I've found a demographic that I absolutely LOVE. Seniors often need transport and to be accompanied to the senior center, Dr...
Karly K.
Colorado Springs, CO
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked doing respite for a couple of years total. I've worked with cerebral palsy, electric wheel chairs, driving vans with clients in wheelchairs to various activities, respite for a child with downs syndrome and a child with autism less frequently. I have an infant and two step kids who are toddlers of my own. I can...
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I am currently a Severe disabilities teacher in District 8. I have been a special education teacher for 6 years and have worked with special needs for 10+.
Natashia Y.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I was an educational assistant for the special needs. I've worked with children of varying disabilities and often adapted to the needs of the child. I've experienced food monitoring, feeding the children, and lifting them from their wheelchairs to needed places (sometimes with needed assistance). I develop connections with the...
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I have worked with individuals with special needs since my freshman year of high school, and I am now a sophomore in college. I am studying Health and Exercise Science with the plan of becoming an Occupational Therapist to work with people who have special needs. I have volunteered for year at respite care centers as well. I...
5.0
"Kristy is an amazing person! She is polite, friendly, punctual and very good at providing quality care. I would recommend her for any type of position due to her knowledge and willingness to learn new things"
Reviewed by Craig H.
Melissa L.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi My name is Melissa (Mel) and I just moved to the area at the beginning of the month. I lived in Albuquerque NM, where I was a private caregiver for over 7 years to a man who has ALS and his father who had Parkinson's. Although I worked fulltime with them I also took on other clients in need of home care. My last being with a...
Ava M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$18-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Professional Musician And Artist Wanting To Make Kids Feel Special!
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Hello! I just moved to finish college, and I'm looking for some part-time work in childcare. I have extensive experience caring for babies and kids of all ages, as well as children with special needs or ASD. I also tutor elementary, middle, and high schoolers in math and English, and give voice, piano, and ukulele lessons. I am...
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"We just hired Ava for the first time to care for our 2 year old. She was punctual, sweet, organized, and understanding. Our toddler can be quite shy, and she warmed up to Ava quickly. Always nice to find a new...
Reviewed by Kate C.
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I have been working in the childcare field for over 20 years. Some of my experience comes from working as a live in nanny for two children. I cared for them for nearly 10 years. After that I worked for two years as a paraprofessional in the Special Education program at an elementary school. I worked mostly with Autistic...
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"Felicia has been our in-home Nanny for almost 10 years. She has literally moved across the country with us multiple times, watched our kids while both Active Duty military parents were deployed overseas,...
Reviewed by Tim G.
Maliya G.
Colorado Springs, CO
$14-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Maliya. I am currently an online college student pursuing my bachelors in communications and then my beginning my master to be a speech language pathologist in an elementary school. I currently work at an elementary school and provide support for children who have special needs. A core value of mine is to assist...
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"Maliya is great with kids! She plays with the kids and they absolutely love being with her. She is firm, but loving and consistent with expectations. Maliya is wonderful!"
Reviewed by Melanie W.
Christie-lee V.
Colorado Springs, CO
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I started working with kids when my son was in kindergarten. He's now going into sixth grade.
In my spare time, I like to read, garden, disc golf.
One thing you should know about me is I've worked in public and private schools. I have experience with special needs. CPR/first aid certified
My skills include ABA therapy
5.0
"Very kind and caring, great with little ones "
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Lauren S.
Colorado Springs, CO
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Certified In CPR And Registered Nurse
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Hey there! I am a registered nurse with 10 years of babysitting experience, 3 years of experience as a nanny, and 1 year working with special needs. Pediatric nursing is my heart and passion and I am a recent nursing school graduate. I would love to find families who need a date-night sitter or occasional overnight care. Please...
5.0
"I highly recommend Lauren. She worked with our family for a short time, but the time we did spend with her, she was professional, earnest, and kind. We miss having her and any family that gets to work with her...
Reviewed by Julia V.
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I have 11 combined professional years working as a preschool/daycare teacher's aide, a nanny, a CNA (Certified Nurse Aide), and a health paraprofessional at a local K-12 charter school, among other side jobs. I am currently a CNA for a home healthcare agency and have been with them for 2. 5 years. I have plenty of experience...
5.0
"Amazing - Joy is the only sitter I trust outside my Au Pair."
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Hannah D.
Colorado Springs, CO
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Hannah and I'm excited to get to know you. Currently I'm a college student studying Psychology. However, I love being around kids and going on fun adventures. I have about 10 years experience in childcare. In the past I've watched my newborn twin cousins until they were 6 years old, along with many other children...
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"Hannah is more than an amazing babysitter, she became part of our family super fast. She is always punctual, dependable, kind, and super fun to work with. Her intelligence and background in psychology really...
Reviewed by Aliz T.
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Hello! :) My name is Ashlyn, I'm 26. I've been working in childcare for the majority of the past 8-9 years. I've worked with just about all ages, I've been a swimming instructor, and a summer day camp manager. I absolutely adore kids, I like to keep screen time minimal, teach kids to bake, cook, spend lots of time outside, draw...
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"Ashlyn has been caring for my 21 month old son for the last 6 months and I would highly recommend her! She is incredibly sweet with him and he LOVES her. She is communicative and goes the extra mile to work...
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I have 2 grown children and 4grandkids. I have worked with kids for over 25 years as a special needs paraprofessional, preschool teacher and director, babysitter, and nanny. I love kids and I really love working with them. I am certified in CPR, First Aid, AED, Medication Administration and Blood borne Pathogens. I am currently...
Neidy B.
Colorado Springs, CO
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Working with children for me is much more than a job!
Although I do not have children of my own, I have worked with children for over 7 years and I have discovered the art of educating and learning with them, always understanding their different personalities and also the reasons of each of their behavior!
In my opinion...
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"Milena nannied for our precious baby girl from age 3 months to 6 months until we moved out of state. She was very caring, sweet and attentive with our daughter. I can't say enough great things. If we could have...
Reviewed by Sean And Erika C.
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I'm currently a Severe Disabilities Teacher in District 8. I have my masters in special education and 10+ years working with special needs and 15+ years working with children.
5.0
"I was worried leaving our dog because he is not the easiest with strangers, but Bentley and her husband made it look easy. Highly recommend! "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colorado Springs, CO
Ken M.
5.0
Hired is not the right word for Ken. He immediately became a family member-going so beyond our initial request. I reached out to Ken, initially, because my husband was having surgery and I needed additional help with my 47 year old disabled son. Ken was able to rearrange his schedule to help out and...
- Lois L.
Kristy W.
5.0
Kristy is an amazing person! She is polite, friendly, punctual and very good at providing quality care. I would recommend her for any type of position due to her knowledge and willingness to learn new things
- Craig H.
Ava M.
5.0
Ava is fantastic. She has helped our family for several months now and does well with all 3 of our kids ages 9,6,3. She meets the children where they are and helps them explore and grow. She has helped in coaching/tutoring my son with reading. Ava helps in whatever situation is presented to her...
- Joanne J.
Felicia C.
5.0
We are going to miss Felicia so much! She has been an incredible nanny (and a great cook!) for us for almost ten years. She can handle anything situation with calm. She is loving but holds our kids to the expectations we set for them. Felicia has helped shape our children into the confident,...
- Sydney S.
Maliya G.
5.0
My daughter had a lovely time with Liya! She had them (my daughter and two friends) busy doing things all day and had blast! Very reliable and fun!
- Christie P.
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Ratings for Colorado Springs, CO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Colorado Springs, CO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 98 reviews of the 180 listed special needs caregivers.