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Find special needs nannies in Thornton, CO that you’ll love
60 special needs nannies are listed in Thornton, CO
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 7 years
Special needs nannies in Thornton, CO
Lydia W.
Arvada, CO
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Creative, Fun Nanny-Outstanding Work Ethic, 20+ Years Exp. W/ Babies & Kids, Multiples Pro!
5.0
(17)
Hired by 44 families in your neighborhood
Hello! A bit about me: I'm a creative, fun, educational nanny & love being highly interactive w the little ones I care for! I incorporate singing, reading, diverse play, music, art & community experiences to help kiddos learn in exciting ways! I am self driven & reliably come to work w a smile & a new adventure each day!...
Lydia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lydia was great for our date night! It was our first time leaving the twins with someone else and she exceeded expectations. She was playful and interactive with the boys and kept us updated throughout the evening. She's very knowledgeable and had some great...
Lindsay B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I am McKinsey! I'm 26 years old and have a 8-year-old daughter. I have been a nanny for 10 years now with experience with infants-school aged children, multiples, and special needs. I have many wonderful references from my previous families. I am CPR and first aid certified and fully vaccinated! I am a reliable, fun...
Mckinsey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kinsey has watched our two daughters, ages 5 and 2.5 since last Feb, 2017. I am so sad to lose her. The only reason we are is that my oldest started school and my youngest is starting preschool. Kinsey has been a blessing for our family. My oldest daughter has...
Kimberly M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello & thanks for checking out my profile. Here's a little about me! I absolutely adore working with children. I am looking to work around 40 hours a week. I have 7 siblings all younger so I am very experienced with children.
I have worked with children with disabilities such as Downs Syndrome, Spina Bifida, ADHD/Autism, and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Eden can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Eden is great with all of my kids and she's a great communicator, I highly recommend her!"
Emily M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello welcome to my profile. I have been working as a nanny for the last two years. I have two boys
I am well experienced in this profession because I also have a 16year-old son who goes to school he has special needs and he needs a lot of understanding and love. I am not just a nanny I am also a great friend loving and caring....
Teresa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"So sweet with my kids, wouldn't want to call anyone else."
Matt R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because...
They always brighten up my day. The lack of filter is always guaranteed to make you laugh.
I started working with kids when...
I was about 12 years old! I have a lot of younger cousins so I started helping my nana with them at a young age. I started actually nannying when I was 18, and have...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving, dependable, and patient caregiver with over 12 years of childcare experience including newborns and working with children with special needs. I have an extensive knowledge of childhood development and I am committed to working with families to ensure a safe, fun, and compassionate environment. I am a 3rd year PhD...
Orphea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Orphea was the nanny for our two boys for over a year and she was fantastic. She was engaging, patient, and loving. Her background in child psychology helps her navigate and remain calm with the normal toddler emotions. Our boys loved her! We wish we could still...
Erica L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Former au pair who loves kids. I have 3 years of experience working with kids. And 2 years with special needs kids. I also have experience as a Caregiver and I currently work as a CNA.
Lungile can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Provided care for a child with ASD. This included assisting with multiple therapies a day such as behavioral, speech, and occupational therapy. Aside from this one child, I also assisted special needs children throughout my grade school career.
Hello!! My name is Isabel, but most folks call me Bella. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in providing loving and attentive care for children of all ages, particularly infants and toddlers. I am CPR certified with over 15 years of training, ensuring the highest level of safety and preparedness.
I also have...
Isabel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have over 16 years of nanny experience. I am a Newborn Care Specialist as well as Postpartum Doula and Holistic Sleep Coach. I have experience with High Profile Families as well as Special Needs and Multiples. I am caring, loving and extremely responsible and accommodating.
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi! New to Denver and looking for part-time opportunities. I am a current behavior technician for a school district and have 3+ years experience with children on the autism spectrum. I've been nannying for 6 years, and have experience from 3 months-12 years old! I'm an energetic, warm, and considerate nanny and I'd love to help...
I have over 10 years of experience working directly with children of all ages, and my specialty is with behavior disorders. I have skills in behavior management that I learned while working as a mental health childcare worker in a residential child care facility here in Denver on a treatment team. I can counsel, and guide...
I grew up taking care of multiple cousins with special needs, but I started caretaking toddlers and children professionally when I was 18. After stepping away from childcare for a few years, I reentered this field as a postpartum doula and I truly couldn't bring myself to tell my clients goodbye. So here I am, nannying for...
Solymar can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Jolene H.
Denver, CO
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nebraska-- Colorado Looking For Private Teaching And/or Nannying Career
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jolene and I have been a nanny since I stopped teaching special education in 2022.
I was an educator for 8 years and worked with a wide range of abilities. Specifically I taught special education grades K-3, supporting students with ASD, ADHD, ODD, Intellectual and learning disabilities, and more.
I am...
Jolene can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jolene was responsive, organized and positive in our experience with tutoring our 8 year old son for the short term. Would definitely recommend her. "
Kala K.
Anita M.
Denver, CO
$19-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny (I Prefer Overnight But Am Open To All Situations.)
20+ years caring for newborns, preemies, including special needs. I prefer overnight care but am flexible.
You will find that I am a warm and caring woman with much experience. I am dependable, honest and kind. I have worked with children that have special needs such as hearing impaired, (completely deaf) and blind, preemies,...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Mel Rose :) I possess a strong work ethic, which has been modeled in my past 10+ years in the work force. I am flexible, empathetic, understanding, patient, creative, kind, determined, and energetically sensitive. I have lots of experience, in diverse jobs, allowing me the ability to combine different fields to maximize...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I'm a very active grandmother of 5, I also teach pre-school and I'm looking for a extra jobs for the summer now that I'm on break. I have been a nanny from newborns up! I love working with children and don't mind doing light housework or cooking meals. I love doing all kinds of activities with the kids or just taking them for a...
Peyton F.
Denver, CO
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bubbly, Experienced, Outgoing Nanny! Looking For Full Or Part Time!
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have worked with children of all ages from three months to 15 years old. I started my career with children as a babysitter when I was 13. I have also recently been a special-needs preschool teacher for the last two years and it is been one of the biggest joys in my life. I now have a newborn so part of hiring me is...
Peyton can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Thornton, CO
Lydia W.
5.0
Lydia was great for our date night! It was our first time leaving the twins with someone else and she exceeded expectations. She was playful and interactive with the boys and kept us updated throughout the evening. She's very knowledgeable and had some great recommendations for us as first time...
- Lindsay B.
Mckinsey B.
5.0
Kinsey has watched our two daughters, ages 5 and 2.5 since last Feb, 2017. I am so sad to lose her. The only reason we are is that my oldest started school and my youngest is starting preschool. Kinsey has been a blessing for our family. My oldest daughter has special needs related to ADHD/anxiety...
- Kimberly M.
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.
Eden M.
5.0
Eden is great with all of my kids and she's a great communicator, I highly recommend her!
- Emily M.
Teresa F.
5.0
Great employee had to lay off due to lack of work for my company.
- Todd T.