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Keegan P.


Lafayette, CO

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter

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Hello! I am a special education paraprofessional at a local high school, where I've been employed for the last eight years. Though my day job is with high school aged children, I also do ABA therapy with younger children. I am comfortable with a variety of disabilities and needs, but am open to learning new things if your...
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Fanny D.


Lafayette, CO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for children, from newborn to teenagers. I was born and raised in Switzerland and studied early childhood education in Germany with a focus on Waldorf pedagogy. I moved to Hawaii in 2019 with my husband, so that he could be...
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Ellen J.


Lafayette, CO

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Early Childhood Teacher

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Hello, I am a certified early childhood teacher. I have a degree in speech and language development and I have two early childhood courses. I have been in childcare for 2 years and before that I was an in home provider for children with special needs. I have recently had to take time off of my career as a teacher because my...
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Kierra G.


Lafayette, CO

$27-43/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Or Date Night Sitter

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I have worked with children for 10 years and I am deeply passionate about it! I have experience with infants, toddlers, 5+ children, and special needs children. I graduated from Boise State University with a degree in Communication and Early Childhood Development. I believe in building relationships with the children and parents...
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Joy P.


Lafayette, CO

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Playful, Interactive Nanny

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I am retired from a 27 year teaching position at the University of Colorado Boulder. I love children, but do not have grandchildren of my own to spoil. I have two grown children, one I home schooled for 7 years due to special needs. I have learned that every minute of everyday is full of teaching opportunities for children of...
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Leann G.


Broomfield, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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*Certified: Brain Injury Specialist, Certified Medication Manager, CPR, Health Coach* I am positive and get along with everyone. I love helping people and creating new connections I am also interested in helping with odd jobs, running errands, cleaning, etc! I love pets and just got my own puppy! I am also an artist.
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Sarah S.


Broomfield, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable, And Caring Provider.

3.0

(1)

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I have many years of experience providing childcare to an array of ages in different capacities. I'm a mother of 3 grown children and a grandmother. I was a gymnastics coach for close to 30 years and provided lessons to children of all ages and children with special needs. Through coaching I began working as a nanny privately...
3.0
"Friendly, pleasant at the interview and punctual. Does not always follow instructions, constantly changing the schedule, rather than just occasionally. Fails to consult with the legal guardian even though we...

Reviewed by David G.

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Natalya M.


Boulder, CO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Fun Babysitter

5.0

(4)

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My name is Natalya and I am 22 years old. I graduated in 2016 from high school in Minnesota. December of 2019 I graduated from the University with degrees in both psychology and neuroscience. I am currently taking a year off of school before beginning a post-graduate nursing program to eventually become a pediatric nurse. I have...
5.0
"Natalya is fantastic! She's always on time and she does a great job with the kids."

Reviewed by Michelle C.

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Savannah S.


Erie, CO

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hi everyone, my name is Savannah S and I'm so excited to explore the child-care opportunities on Care. com. I have been actively babysitting for over seven years now, and have experience with children of all ages, and some with special needs. I am a college student at SNHU online, studying history and education. After...
5.0
"Savannah is a thoughtful, conscientious, and enthusiastic provider, and we highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Sarah C.

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Lauren O.


Boulder, CO

$24-35/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Educator With Caregiver Availability!

5.0

(1)

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I am a recent CU graduate from the school of education. I recently finished my masters in Curriculum and Instruction and hold a professional teaching license. I am a teacher during the school year and am looking to supplement my yearly income during the summer. I love learning and teaching! Throughout the years in addition to...
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Hannah R.


Boulder, CO

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I am a super energetic and caring person with plenty of experience! Being the oldest of five kids, the youngest just turning 5, I am familiar with all age ranges. During the school year, I volunteered at Boulder Hill Elementary helping out in the bilingual art class room. I also have experience with special needs children as...
5.0
"Hannah has such a playful and patient spirit. She has spent ample time watching our young multiples throughout the years and engages them in activity with sincere enthusiasm. She prioritizes time outdoors and...

Reviewed by Chelsey J.

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Martha S.


Erie, CO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Teacher/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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My name is Martha and I am a recently retired elementary/preschool teacher of 25 years. I have taught special needs, elementary and preschool aged children(3-5 years old). I love playing and teaching children through outdoor experiences, reading, science and arts and crafts. I believe that I am a very loving, patient and...
5.0
"Martha is absolutely amazing! She is so dependable and responsible. She makes healthy snacks for kiddos and plays games with them. We love her!"

Reviewed by Jessica D.

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Eden M.


Boulder, CO

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter Or Part Time Nanny Available

5.0

(1)

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I have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to teenagers. Throughout high school I gained experience as a baby sitter and had regular clients who's children's ages ranged from 8 weeks to 11 years old. I became certified as a babysitter through the Apple Barn when I was 13. In high school I...
5.0
"Eden is great with all of my kids and she's a great communicator, I highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Emily M.

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Elizabeth P.


Louisville, CO

$24/hr11 yrs exp

Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I have also babysat kids as young as 4 months and as old as 11 and children with special needs.
5.0
"Very good communicator . My boys were taken care of and happy !"

Reviewed by Care member

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Deborah S.


Broomfield, CO

$39/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Compassionate And Engaging Caregiver

3.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a caring, empathetic, and engaging/fun caregiver seeking a gratifying position within the caregiving arena.
3.0
"Whilst we were so excited about having Deborah work for us she started the first day and we agreed on a set monthly price. Unfortunately after the first day she told us she had a dog and was not able to work...

Reviewed by Catherine T.

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Wendy S.


Boulder, CO

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Specialist/Nanny for Special Needs Children

5.0

(1)

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I have 8 years of experience in social work working with the developmentally disabled in both group home settings to on-the-job locations. My clients ranged from high functioning adults to physically challenged; paraplegic, nonverbal, etc. Furthermore, I have extensive experience working with children who require the ABA...
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Sierra R.


Thornton, CO

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello I've been a caretaker for 4 years with a variety of experience having cared for multiple age groups. I have experience with children and teens with ASD ranging from 5 years of age to 19.
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Jenna P.


Thornton, CO

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello friends! I am an energetic lady looking to help provide some summertime entertainment for children and some relief for guardians/parents. A little bit about me is that I am currently a high school Special Education Resource teacher. I recently graduated from UNC with my teaching license certified in Special Education K-12...
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Devan G.


Broomfield, CO

$25-28/hr5 yrs exp

School Social Worker With Years Of Experience!

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm a school social worker during the school year but I'm always available during the summer, breaks from school, after school (3:30-12am) and weekends! I'm first aid/ CPR, car seat certified and have years of experience working with children of all ages, backgrounds, and medical or special needs. Teaching, classroom,...
5.0
"Devan has been a wonderful addition to our care team in caring for our almost 6 months actual/4 months adjusted twin boys. Devan treats our boys as though they were her own - so loving, attentive, sings songs,...

Reviewed by Care member

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Hailey H.


Louisville, CO

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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Date night and occasional availability Hello, I've been working with kids for over 15 years, starting as a neighborhood babysitter. I have since taught preschool Montessori and Waldorf style, been a backpacking/expedition guide for kids K-12 for 3 years, and nannied for a few wonderful families. I have also been a caregiver...
5.0
"Hailey is super sweet and calm. She did fun activities with the kids including cooking and making play dough. She is great for the physical and emotional needs of children. I highly recommend!"

Reviewed by Molly M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lafayette, CO

Sarah S.

3.0

Friendly, pleasant at the interview and punctual. Does not always follow instructions, constantly changing the schedule, rather than just occasionally. Fails to consult with the legal guardian even though we disclosed the client has short-term memory issues and fails to try to figure things out,...

- David G.

Natalya M.

5.0

This is THE BEST Care giver you will find I am certain! I have used this site and interviewed many. We were lucky to find Natalya. She cared has for my 3 children that include a Newborn and two older children with Special Needs. She is has been wonderful and earned my complete trust. She has gone...

- Tessa A.

Savannah S.

5.0

Savannah has been watching our now 10 month old baby boy for the last 7 months and she has been amazing! She is so good with our little guy and very dependable. I can always trust that she will take wonderful care of our baby while we are gone. Our little guys loves Savannah and is always happy when...

- Laura H.

Hannah R.

5.0

Hannah has such a playful and patient spirit. She has spent ample time watching our young multiples throughout the years and engages them in activity with sincere enthusiasm. She prioritizes time outdoors and away from screens and is helpful with light meal prep and cleanup. She adheres to our set...

- Chelsey J.

Martha S.

5.0

Martha is absolutely amazing! She is so dependable and responsible. She makes healthy snacks for kiddos and plays games with them. We love her!

- Jessica D.

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