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109 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Collins, CO
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
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Hi! I am Lucy, I am a junior at CSU. I have 7 years of experience babysitting and I learned a tremendous amount from my brother who has Down syndrome and autism. Additionally, I have babysat for various kids with special needs. I have learned that patience is vital as well as safety, but the end goal is also to have fun. I...
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I recently graduated with my Doctorate of Physical Therapy. I had a full-time 10 week rotation in an Outpatient Pediatric setting treating pediatric patients with Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and more. I have always loved working with kids and it warms my heart to help kids with neurological or...
Kwiona M.
Fort Collins, CO
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Kwiona (pronounced Kiana) I am 25 years old and I love working with children of all ages!
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"Kwiona has watched our kids and they really enjoyed being with her.
She was on time, very easy to communicate with over text. We will definitely be using her again."
Reviewed by Kerrie L.
Tracey G.
Fort Collins, CO
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a mom available to help other families in need of assistance with a variety of different things from child care to elder care, housekeeping, cooking, errands, and organizing. I have years of experience and fabulous references upon request. I have experience with a variety of special needs including autism, down syndrome,...
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"Our son has autism. We also have a daughter who is neurotypical. Tracey was their principal caregiver (other than her parents, who had to work) when they were young. She was very conscientious and...
Reviewed by Mary I.
Amanda G.
Fort Collins, CO
$21-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have years of child care experience in multiple settings including speech therapy, occupational therapy, one on one special needs care at a day camp, private nannying from ages 3 mos - 11 years, and group child care including age groups of 3-4, 7-10, and 11-15.
Kayla C.
Fort Collins, CO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Human Services Student, DSP Certified, 22 Year Old Looking For Care taking Job
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I am an Early Childhood education student with extensive background in working with people with special needs, including physical and developmental disabilities. When growing up, starting at preschool age, I was working with individuals in the Special Olympics; my uncle, diagnosed with Down Syndrome, lived with us for 13 years...
Abigail K.
Fort Collins, CO
$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I've been the second main caregiver for my two younger sisters, one of whom has moderate learning disabilities, for the majority of my teenage years, because my dad works out of state. I have also been babysitting for neighbors, friends, and family friends for over 4 years. Additionally, I've been assisting with caring for my...
Dagny M L.
Fort Collins, CO
$22-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi there!
I am well versed in caring for children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I started caring for children at 12 years old and have babysat and nannied for many families since then.
I am a firm believer that children know and understand so much more than many people give them credit for. I believe...
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"Can I give a 10?
Dagny is a delight.
She took care of our two doggos for their first weekend with another caretaker.
I asked Dagny to come over for a pre-view (I paid of course).
Dagny stayed in contact, both...
Reviewed by Michael S.
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Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a recent grad from Colorado State University. My friends and family would describe me as creative and enthusiastic, and I love to find fun ways to learn new things and share them with others. My favorite part about nannying or working with kids is learning about what they're interested in and helping...
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"Erica is great! I wish she wasn't leaving our family. She is responsible and trustworthy. We were lucky to have found her."
Reviewed by Trisha M.
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Hello!
I'm Leilani!
I am a big sister to three crazy kids! I love spending my time with imaginative children. I am honest, reliable, creative, fun and patient. To this day I find joy and wholeness when I work with little ones.
I have four years of experience providing nanny services! I have cared for many infants as young as a...
5.0
"We've only been able to use her one time, but my kids loved her. Would definitely ask her to babysit again!"
Reviewed by Hillary H.
Susan T.
Fort Collins, CO
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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To Whom it May Concern,
Greetings! I believe my 35+ years of experience caring for children in various settings is an excellent match to the qualifications you are seeking for this position. In the years I was working as a professional Social Worker helping children and families with special needs, I continued to nanny...
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"Sue treats all kids as if they were her own. She spends quality time getting to know their individual personalities and then finds ways to encourage and love them. She is kind and patient yet firm. I would...
Reviewed by Jennifer K.
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I have a passion for working with children and watching them grow, I have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from infants, to little ones and twos , all the way up to those ready for their first day of kindergarten and even grade-schoolers who have found their voice. I spent a year as a Prekindergarten teacher,...
5.0
"Words cannot even begin to describe how amazing Bailey is as a care-taker, teacher, and human. Bailey worked with our family for about a year as a Nanny for our young kids (pre-school and school aged) and did...
Reviewed by Matt M.
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Hello! I absolutely love working with children and I have been doing so for 5 years. In the past, I have worked as a ski instructor for 4-5-year-olds, a swim teacher, a nanny, gymnastics coach, and a babysitter. I also currently work at Respite Care providing care for children with special needs. I am extremely passionate about...
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"Ally was a great nanny for my family. She had no problem caring for my three children (all three years old and under). She's a very calm individual who does not seem to get stressed easily. Helped my 3yo with...
Reviewed by Justin N.
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Hi, my name is Lucy! As a child care provider with over a decade of professional experience, I possess a high level of qualification working with children of all ages with a variety of needs and preferences. I have experience working with children with dietary restrictions, feeding tubes, special needs, and newborn multiples....
5.0
"Lucy has been such a blessing to our family, she's caring and treats our kids like her own family."
Reviewed by Elizabeth K.
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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...
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"Iza was nice and friendly, my son liked her right away and had lots of fun."
Reviewed by Brittany R.
Alexis R.
Fort Collins, CO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Engaging, And Empathetic Caregiver Open To Opportunities
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***I am currently located in Fort Collins, Colorado****
As the daughter of a special needs teacher, I have been around children my entire life. I first started babysitting when I was 12 and our neighbors asked me to watch their kids for a few hours. Since then, I have spent years nannying for families, including live-in and...
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"Alexis was a true lifesaver. She took care of our almost three year old while we skied in Breckenridge. She was kind, dependable, extremely communicative and creative. She kept our youngest busy and happy while...
Reviewed by Rachel G.
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I am a mom available to help other families in need of assistance with a variety of different things from child care to elder care, light housekeeping, cooking, errands, and organizing. I have years of experience and fabulous references upon request. I have experience with a variety of special needs including autism, Down...
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"We recently have hired Tracey to help with child pick up from school and helping with odd jobs around the house - organizing and cooking etc. So far she has been very easy to get along with, punctual, flexible...
Reviewed by Tolly G.
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I have been providing care for children throughout the years. Over the past few years I was a nanny ages ranging from 3months to 8 years old. I also helped my mom when she had her in home child care business. I have worked at an elementary school for the past two years in the preschool room, I worked a lot with kids who needed...
5.0
"Sydney I'd AMAZING! Her experience is clearly evident in the way she speaks with and engaged with children. She helped us out for several days and both my toddlers were immediately magnetized to her and hugging...
Reviewed by Kat H.
Amanda G.
Fort Collins, CO
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have about five years of professional experience and 11 years total of hands on experience caring for children. I have worked as a pediatric aide in a hospital setting, assisting occupational therapists and speech therapists during their sessions. I also have multiple years of experience as a summer camp counselor, working...
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"Amanda was great with our 11 year old that is on the spectrum. She fully understood how to relate to her and help made her day super fun and special while the rest of the family skied. She was a great...
Reviewed by Lisa H.
Leilani R.
Fort Collins, CO
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have been a CNA for over four years now!
I received skilled training from Hospital .I have experience caring for hospice patients and providing end-of-life care, hospice.
I have cared for patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, etc.
I have experience operating a manual Hoyer.
I have experience monitoring glucose...
5.0
"Leilani has excellent communication skills.
She is reliable and punctual, is kind and thoughtful, asks really good questions and is very clear about what she can do. This makes things successful which is...
Reviewed by Annie V.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fort Collins, CO
Kwiona M.
5.0
Kwiona has watched our kids and they really enjoyed being with her.
She was on time, very easy to communicate with over text. We will definitely be using her again.
- Kerrie L.
Tracey G.
5.0
Tracey has just started helping me organize and purge my home of three generations worth of stuff. And all I can say is that she's AMAZING! I cared for my mother and grandmother at home consecutively for a decade and clearing out after all of it is difficult on so my levels. Tracey has been fabulous...
- Nicole L.
Dagny M L.
5.0
Can I give a 10?
Dagny is a delight.
She took care of our two doggos for their first weekend with another caretaker.
I asked Dagny to come over for a pre-view (I paid of course).
Dagny stayed in contact, both leading up to, and during the stay.
Dagny left a list of their fun activities as well as...
- Michael S.
Erica H.
5.0
Erica is great! I wish she wasn't leaving our family. She is responsible and trustworthy. We were lucky to have found her.
- Trisha M.
Leilani R.
5.0
Leilani did an awesome job babysitting our 6-month baby girl! She would take her for a walk, fed her a bottle, and put her down to sleep for a nap. She is very kind and gentle and easy to work with. Would highly recommend.
- Hannah E.
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Ratings for Fort Collins, CO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Collins, CO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 109 listed special needs caregivers.