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182 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 was a teacher's assistant, as well as special needs educational assistant. For the majority of my working career, I've worked with varying ages from ages 4 to 13. I've worked with infants, although it was within family. I'm a person who can adapt to what the child needs and oftentimes develop a connection with them. I adore...
5.0
"Natashia is a very patient, persistent, and reliable hard worker. She does a great job working with others as a leader or team mate, and never fails to validate others and help them achieve their most...
Reviewed by Nina K.
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I've had experience caring for children for many years. It started with just family members and my love for kids helped me decide that I wanted to babysit other children as well! I have experience caring for children of many different ages. I have two nieces, currently ages 6 and 8 years old, who I babysit for on occasion and am...
5.0
"Mackenzie got along great with our daughter and we would love to have her babysit for us again!"
Reviewed by Julianna M.
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I am very honest, energetic and loving person. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I adore spending time with children and I have 7+ years of experience caring for infant a up to adolescence. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I have...
5.0
"Ariana is extremely capable and talented with children! My 20 month old son had a great time with her and everything was super clean when she left ;-)"
Reviewed by Megan C.
Rayna W.
Colorado Springs, CO
$18-33/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I am a compassionate and dependable care giver. I adapt to many situations and am a quick learner. My past 9+ years experience includes, childcare (as young as 1-month-old and special needs care), maintaining a clean household, cooking meals, and pet sitting. I love to teach kids, play with them, or simply interact with them at...
Kayla D.
Colorado Springs, CO
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Kayla, I'm fun loving and passionate about children. I have nannied a single family with a special needs child for 5 years and have worked as a toddler teacher for one year. I'm very organized and dependable, I have a car with a clean driving record and Im married so I know my way around the kitchen and cleaning is an...
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"Kayla was an amazing candidate for being a full time nanny, she was punctual, respectful and honest! She provided references and a description of her previous experience and most importantly my kids liked her....
Reviewed by Ryan P.
Marius F.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, Dependable Care For Your Littles
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I have over 20 years experience with infants, children and families and would love to get to know yours.
Professionally I hold a graduate degree as a midwife and have extensive training with newborns and infants including lactation and bottle feeding, sleep coaching, and infant development. I enjoy working with babies through...
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"Marius is fantastic! I've never hired a baby sitter before Marius and she has such a calming demeanor that put me at ease. I won the nanny lotto :) she's taken care of my son now several times and hopefully a...
Reviewed by Alma R.
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I am currently looking for one time / as needed jobs.
I am a third year Occupational Therapy student in Colorado Springs studying to get my doctorate. In regards to experience I have been nannying/babysitting for several years now, and the ages I have watched range anywhere from newborns to young adults. I have worked with...
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"Kristy is an outstanding care giver - she watched our 5 year old twice a week and he was always eager for the afternoons when Kristy was coming to watch him. She was dependable, communicative, and 100% engaged...
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Hello! My name is April and I'm a nanny with 7 years of experience and a mother to a very outgoing and happy toddler. I have been a substitute teacher since 2019 and recently graduated from University with a degree In elementary and special education. I have multiple certifications including, CPR, CPI, first aid on infants and...
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"We interviewed April for a nanny position and were very confident that she could do the job well. She seemed very mature for her age. We waited too long to talk to her about hiring her and she had already...
Reviewed by Evonne R.
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I have experience with kids of all ages (infant-teen). I have experience with multiples as well as experience with special needs. I started my journey working with kids in an elementary school as a behavior management aide. I worked with kids who had behavior issues as well as kids who needed extra help in a classroom...
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"Kennedy is friendly, professional, and punctual. She made sure to come to my home before the babysitting job to introduce herself and meet my daughter. Came home to no issues and a happy sleeping baby. I would...
Reviewed by Debbie R.
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Hello, I'm Grace! Over the last 10+ years, I have gained experience with children in numerous contexts.
This includes being a Kindergarten and Pre-K teacher, grade school assistant teacher, Sunday school teacher, tutor, camp counselor, nanny and personal assistant from infancy to teenage kids. I also have a BA in elementary...
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"Grace worked for us as a babysitter and personal assistant when I was ill with a toddler and newborn. She was really helpful, paid attention to details and my toddler loved her!"
Reviewed by Mary Beth P.
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If your looking for Mary Poppins, well you found her. Hello. I am Ann the Nanny. I have over 10 years plus experience as a nanny and babysitter. I cook, clean, teach, and play. I have experience with special needs including autism, dyslexia, and otherwise different children. I am excellent with infants and in fact I teach baby...
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"She's AMAZING! My children love Ann, she takes care of hygiene, manners, school, organization, fun activities, games play dates you name it and helps with general areas of the house. She is calm, fair and...
Reviewed by Michelle M.
Cassandra S.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-27/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Cassandra. I have experience babysitting for a few different families including special needs and large families. I love working with kids and I am pursuing a degree in Special Education at Liberty University. My schedule is very flexible as I am an online student. I look forward to potentially working with you...
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"Cassandra did a wonderful job watching over our daughter. We'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare."
Reviewed by Paul B.
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Hi My name is Melissa (Mel) and I just moved to the area at the beginning of July
I lived in Albuquerque NM, where I was a private caregiver for over 7 years. Most of my time was caring for a gentleman who has ALS (physical limitations and respiratory complicationd) and his father who had Parkinson's (assist wiIh showering,...
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"Melissa brings great experience and knowledge to caregiving. She is very perceptive about what needs to be done and how to encourage the patient and make them feel safe. Her approach is enthusiastic and...
Reviewed by Lynn B.
Ava M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Occasional Babysitter Experienced With Special Needs Children
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I am a CPR/AED certified babysitter interested in helping to care for with children with special needs. I have years of experience with autism, ADHD/ADD, and learning disabilities, and I am proficient in ASL.
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I have vast experience in private home care with multiple patients, one having a stroke and one with terminal cancer. I also have have been doing in home care for 11 years now. Where I did respite care and campion care.
I started 15years ago taking care of adults with mental and physical disabilities. My main duties were to...
Kjirsten B.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-20/hr
Certified CNA< Was A Nanny With Special Needs Children For Many Years
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Certified CNA< was a nanny with special needs children for many years. I love children and have worked in many different capacities with children from newborns to teenagers.
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Hello, my name is Esther! I've been giving of my time and heart as a Caregiver for over 25 year's now. I take pride in the help I offer to others! Being a giver comes naturally for me and brings joy to my heart to make life easier for other's! Offering love, kindness, responsible, friendly, great communication, etc! I can handle...
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Hello. My name is Yvette and I have several years of experience caring for my child with special needs from birth until her passing at the age of 10. I have no problem working with teens and adults as well though. I am a CNA and always willing to expand my knowledge and background. I have assisted my child with g tube and...
Kelly D.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
CNA/QMAP Available to Care for Children with Special Needs
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I love seeing all individuals living with special needs, especially children, grow and succeed. I also believe that it's important for caregivers who are responsible for an individual with special needs to get a chance to take the opportunity to take out time for themselves so that they can recharge, so they won't burn out. I...
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I have worked for an agency for the last 2 years. During my time working with children with special needs I have learned so much! I love teaching communication, going into the community, and providing families with the support they need. My favorite part about providing care to children with special needs is getting to know the...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colorado Springs, CO
Natashia Y.
5.0
Good at communicating, friendly, independent, helpful, responsible and care.
- Ashley G.
Mackenzie M.
5.0
Mackenzie got along great with our daughter and we would love to have her babysit for us again!
- Julianna M.
Ariana A.
5.0
Ariana is extremely capable and talented with children! My 20 month old son had a great time with her and everything was super clean when she left ;-)
- Megan C.
Kayla D.
5.0
Kayla was an amazing candidate for being a full time nanny, she was punctual, respectful and honest! She provided references and a description of her previous experience and most importantly my kids liked her.
She has plenty of experience caring for children and in my opinion is a great...
- Ryan P.
Marius F.
5.0
First time letting besides family watch our kids , and our 4 Girls loved her! thanks again Mars!
- Gaylon B.
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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 182 listed special needs caregivers.