Part-Time Child Care Provider Available in Fort Collins, CO: Katherine W.

$19/hr

5 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I am a reliable and caring nanny who is passionate about creating a fun, engaging, and supportive environment for children. I love spending time doing arts and crafts, reading, imaginative play, and exploring the outdoors, while prioritizing both safety and developmental growth. With years of experience working with children—as a nanny, early intervention assistant for children with special needs, recreational therapy instructor, and swim/water polo coach—I bring patience, adaptability, and a strong understanding of child development to every family I work with. I am also happy to assist with light housekeeping, meal prep, and transportation, and I strive to be a dependable, positive presence that helps children grow, learn, and stay curious.

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Weekdays 8:30am - 10:00pm

Full-time

Part-time

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Age Groups

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

5 years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

High-schoolers (13-17 years)

Adults (18+ years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

As a nanny, I prioritize clear, consistent communication with parents to build trust and ensure you feel connected to your child’s day. Safety is always my top priority, supported by my background as a lifeguard and swim instructor with BLS/CPR/AED training. I bring a balance of structure and flexibility—whether that means setting goals and routines or creating a fun, relaxed day—while encouraging children to stay engaged and confident in their activities.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I enjoy doing arts and crafts and love coming up with fun, engaging projects for children—especially using nature, like collecting pinecones or leaves to create art or even experimenting with sun printing. I also enjoy taking children on walks and to parks, encouraging them to explore the outdoors and use what they find to spark creativity, independence, and curiosity about the world around them.

In addition, I love reading, doing puzzles, and playing games (including card games or making up our own), as these activities are both fun and intellectually stimulating, helping children build imagination and problem-solving skills.

The most important part about being a nanny...

Always checking in with parents to understand their parenting style and goals, then tailor my care to support and reinforce the approach they want for their child

My experience with special needs children...

I have experience leading adaptive outdoor programs as a Recreational Therapy Program Instructor, prioritizing safety, inclusion, and enjoyment while collaborating with parents to meet each child’s unique needs. I created engaging environments where children feel supported, capable, and excited to explore.

As an Early Intervention Assistant, I supported children aged 14–36 months across OT, PT, speech, and behavioral therapies. I facilitated play-based activities to promote sensory exploration, movement, and skill development, including fine motor exercises, and encouraged social interaction and peer engagement. I prepared materials and safe play spaces tailored to each child, while working with therapists and families to reinforce goals and provide strategies for continued development at home.