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Brandi T.'s Photo

Henderson, CO

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Brandi, and I have worked with children professionally for 13 years. My experience is from newborns to 12 years of age, including children with special needs. I'm CPR & First Aid certified as well. I have worked in a daycare, as a full-time nanny, and now provide backup childcare. I do have families I work with on a...
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Lindsay W.'s Photo

Brighton, CO

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Mobility assistance
companionship
personal care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a CNA for the state of Colorado. I have worked in long term facilities as well as day programs and residential settings for special needs adults. I have experience with sit to stand lifts, Hoyer lifts, transfers from wheelchairs, dispensing medications, incontinence care, feeding, etc. I'm very passionate about what I do...
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Emily B.'s Photo

Westminster, CO

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$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Hello! I'm an early childhood educator, nanny, and youth mentor of over a decade. I encourage play centric environments with an emphasis on whimsy and wonder. My favorites include sensory play, crafting, cooking, and nature play. My wealth of experience includes potty training, consent awareness, infant mobility work,...
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Isabella L.'s Photo

Denver, CO

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Bella I'm 25 years old, a high school graduate, and was most recently attending nursing school. When I found out I was pregnant with baby #2, I decided to take a temporary break from school. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive childcare experience. I'm a mom to a 6 month snd 5-year-old and have...
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Annabelle B.'s Photo

Denver, CO

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$26/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Bringing joy and nurturing young minds is my passion. My three years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives and support families. Additionally, I have experience with special needs / intellectual disabilities as a surf instructor for...
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Rachael L.'s Photo

Brighton, CO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Rachael and I have worked with kids for over 30 years. I am currently working in Healthcareand work 12 hour shifts. I work 3 shifts a week and am hoping to supplement my hours. I love children of all ages. I have worked with infants through teens. I also have extensive experience with special needs as well.
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Dylan H.'s Photo

Commerce City, CO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm Dylan, a special needs advocate, teacher in training, a caregiver, but best of all, a proud dad. I've been working as a para educator since 2023 working specifically with children with autism. I enjoy spending my time outside, be it camping, hiking, or reading in my hammock. I spend my free time with my nose in a book,...
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Peggy R.'s Photo

Nanny Of 20 Years Seeking Full-Time Position

Henderson, CO

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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi Families . I thought I would tell a little a bit about myself and my approach when it comes to taking care of children . This is much more than a job to me . I value clear communication and working together as a team . I focus on Montessori and gentle parenting but I also implement what's best out of other parenting styles. I...
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Jade U.'s Photo

Denver, CO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 17 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings, including summer camps, extracurricular programs, as a full-time nanny, and in preschool and childcare classrooms. For the past 14 years, I have worked in early childhood education, helping children learn, grow, and develop through play and...
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Kesia S.'s Photo

Broomfield, CO

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Nice to meet you! My name is Kesia and I've been babysitting for nearly a decade; caring for children from newborns to 14-year-olds, with experience with autism, feeding tubes and other special needs. Knowing I can support families by providing reliable childcare is incredibly rewarding. I understand that each home and child...
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Juana C.'s Photo

8 Years special needs caregiver, With 5 Years Spinal Cord Injury Experience

Denver, CO

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I became a CNA in 2013 to get started in the medical feild. I love being a CNA enjoy everyday. I try to keep a positive upbeat attitude and I like to laugh! I have cared for a handful of clients with spinal cord injuries in the past five years. Morning routines, night routines, Dr. appointments and surgeries, weekly shower...
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Emily W.'s Photo

Broomfield, CO

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I know that it is important that you hire someone who your children will be safe with and will have fun with and I want to share my qualifications with you to show that I am qualified! I am a senior at University of Northern Colorado and am studying special education. I am in my last semester and just moved home to...
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Jasmin B.'s Photo

Commerce City, CO

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
My name is Jasmin , and l am a dedicated caregiver passionate about helping individuals live comfortably and independently. With years of experience supporting seniors and those with special needs, I provide compassionate, reliable assistance tailored to each client's unique preferences and requirements. As a bilingual...
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Sonam Chhutin S.'s Photo

Westminster, CO

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$20/hr
I am a patient person who loves helping others. I don't have experience yet, but am eager to learn and do my best to support individuals. and also help with special needs.
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Jenny S.'s Photo

Broomfield, CO

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$18/hr
I have a lifetime of working with children through 25 years of teaching dance and 11 years of nannying. My special needs experience is with mental illness and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have cared for kiddos with ASD from 13 months to 15 years. I have instilled safety boundaries (not running in the street) for a 5-year-old with...
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Mia F.'s Photo

Westminster, CO

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, my name is Mia! I am a sophomore in college, I have 6 years of experience with kids and am studying recreational therapy to one day continue working with students and kids. I can help with babysitting and child care, Cooking/Meal Preparation, practicing life skills, outdoor activity, sports, downtime/ individual play,...
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Charlotte C.'s Photo

Broomfield, CO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with teenagers with severe disabilities at the high school level. I helped with all their medical and feeding needs in order for them to be learning students at their schools. It is an honor to have the students let me be a part of their life.
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Dawn S.'s Photo

Lafayette, CO

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$35/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a caregiver with over 30+years of professional nanny experience, I am passionate about nurturing and supporting children's growth and well-being. I have worked many years as a mom, teacher, intensive para professional (with special needs kids), and family advocate. This fueled my desire to make a positive impact on young...
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Michaelanne F.'s Photo

Denver, CO

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Michaelanne and I have spent over the course of five years surrounded with the disabled community! I began a job as a camp counselor at Rocky Mountain Village-Easter Seals. Over the course of my time there, I worked with campers from across all backgrounds! I worked with campers with Down Syndrome, Autism,...
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Lexa H.'s Photo

Full-Time Caregiver

Broomfield, CO

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$28/hr
4 years experience
I am passionate about caring for those who can't fully care for themselves. I believe in delivering compassionate care and having fun. I am honest, hard working and I love to be able to brighten someone's day.
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