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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Arvada, CO

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Arvada, CO

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Melissa W.


Arvada, CO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Patient Nanny

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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, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alexandra P.


Arvada, CO

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter That Will Keep Your Kids Smiling!

I've been babysitting for over 8 years. I also have been a previous summer camp counselor and provided 24 hour care. I am very personable and love to do fun activities with the kiddos. I also am very qualified to work with kids and adults with special needs.
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Arlene A.


Arvada, CO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 2. One of which has special needs. I am very experienced with positive reinforcement and redirection as needed. Additionally, I was a part-time Nanny for 5 years have references upon request.
Arlene can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cristin M.


Arvada, CO

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

I began babysitting for friends and neighbors when I was about 12 years old. I watched my niece and nephew for three summers when they were infants to 5 years old. I was a respite foster care worker for the state of Colorado for 15 years. I provided drop-in daycare for foster children while the foster parents were attending...
Cristin can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Liana K.


Arvada, CO

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love the families I have worked for over the last 10 years! I have tutored, given swim lessons, gone grocery shopping (both with and without the kids), nannied, worked with children with developmental challenges, provided overnight care and everything in between. I have strong connections with both the kids and the...
Liana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kelsey C.


Arvada, CO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Kelsey! I'm originally from Colorado and have loved being back since college. I have been a camp counselor working with kids ages 6-14 and children with special needs. I started babysitting in high school and continued through college. More recently I was nannying in the Denver area through my Masters. Bilingual...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi I'm Samantha! I am a college student and have been babysitting for about 8 years now and absolutely love working with children. I have worked with kiddos of all ages from newborns to teenager and even kids with special needs. I'm comfortable with pets, doing some housekeeping, running errands, etc. Please reach out to me...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sophia R.


Arvada, CO

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

27yo, always positive, joyful and completely trustworthy. With over 6 years of experience in caring for children of all ages and with special needs. Professional in the social area and completely passionate about working with children. I know we can be a good team, I hope to hear from your family soon!
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Kelley W.


Arvada, CO

$15-19/hr6 yrs exp

Mom With Spare Time

I am a strong and positive mom with some spare time. I have a 2. 5-year-old boy and am expecting my second child in December. I have experience babysitting for friends and nieces/nephews in addition to being a full-time mom. I have cared for my brother-in-law occasionally who has special needs for the past 7 years. I have also...
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Claire M.


Arvada, CO

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

Engaging, Fun, And Educational Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a creative, engaging, and educational nanny, I always work with a smile, ready to help children grow, learn, and have fun. Every day is an adventure! I incorporate reading, music, art, and community experiences like the zoo, local parks, and butterfly pavilion to make each day exciting and meaningful. I draw inspiration from...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Makayla F.


Arvada, CO

$25-30/hr

Part Time Caregiver Or Companion - Licensed Occupational Therapist

I am a licensed occupational therapist currently working full time in a hospital setting. I have three years of experience working with adults who have various diagnoses and experience special needs including those with cognitive, physical and psychosocial differences. I am interested in cutting back on my hours at the hospital...
Makayla can also help with: Mobility assistance, home modification, dementia, personal care, companionship
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Amber H.


Arvada, CO

$25/hr7 yrs exp

I've always loved working in care. It's always rewarding job and experience. I have worked with individuals who have Alzheimer's and dementia, special needs, and the elderly.
Amber can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and providing respite care for individuals with and without disabilities for over 15 years. Their ages have ranged from 3 months to 22 years of age. I acquired a master's degree in special education from James Madison University and have been a special educator for the past 11 years. I am well versed in...

David L.


Arvada, CO

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I enjoy working with children and adults with special needs. I have had experience working in a nursing home and assisted living with elders. What I especially liked about working with elders is getting to know each one as a person, the connection in this area very valuable to me. I also have a special place in my heart/life for...

Briana D.


Arvada, CO

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

In the past I worked in a program called Special links were I worked with kinds with special needs, there was a verity of ages from kindergarten to young adults. I loved and t the experience. I plan on being a physical therapist for that reason!
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Safi A.


Denver, CO

$30/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parents! I'm Safi, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care. I can clean and do laundry, make meal for the little...
Safi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Let me just say Safi was great with my 8 months and very informative. Always on time and bring smile to my family."

Care member

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Haley S.


Denver, CO

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Child care provider

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Haley. I am 31 years old. I have over seven professional years of experience working with children in a number of different settings (school, home, clinic etc.). My primarily focus is early childhood mental health. I hold a masters in professional counseling. I am working towards my licensure as a mental...
Haley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Haley is great - she's the first non-family sitter that we've hired to watch our daughter and we were very pleased. She's punctual, responsive, and thoughtful, and was great with our dog as well. Haley reached out re: questions on things I neglected to mention and...

Chris S.

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Annette G.


Denver, CO

$19-20/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Has spent the past 3 years in the field of applied behavioral analysis working as an RBT. Extensive experience with autism and other developmental delays.
5.0
"Annette has been incredible with our 4 year old (who has cystic fibrosis). She is always right on time, keeps him engaged and laughing, always remembers his medication when needed for meals and snacks, has been wonderful and patient through our potty training ups...

Richard T.

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Juana C.


Denver, CO

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

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

4.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"Juana is a pro caregiver because she's a great combo of experience, knowledge and friendliness that helps make visits run smoothly and enjoyable. She's well organized, can quickly learn the routine of the visit and is easy to converse with. All the traits I hope...

Brett C.

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Monica Q.


Denver, CO

$19-20/hr5 yrs exp

Teaching With Fun

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Monica, I am speech language therapist, I'm from Colombia, I speak Spanish and English, I have 6 years experience working with kids and with special needs, especially from 0 months to 12 years old, also I worked at schools with grades as kindergarten, toddlers, first, second and third grade, I can teach the colors, the...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Monica has a natural ability working with children. She was able to keep our very active children occupied and disciplined. She is very sweet and helpful and jumps in without a lot of direction. We were thankful for the work and help she provided out kids. "

Ryan S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Arvada, CO

Safi A.

5.0

Let me just say Safi was great with my 8 months and very informative. Always on time and bring smile to my family.

- Care member

Haley S.

5.0

Haley has watched my 2.5yo son a few times and we absolutely love her. Her communication is always quick when messaging and she even sends us text and picture updates while she is watching our son.

- Ashley W.

Annette G.

5.0

Annette has been incredible with our 4 year old (who has cystic fibrosis). She is always right on time, keeps him engaged and laughing, always remembers his medication when needed for meals and snacks, has been wonderful and patient through our potty training ups and downs, and just a joy to be...

- Richard T.

Juana C.

5.0

Juana is a pro caregiver because she's a great combo of experience, knowledge and friendliness that helps make visits run smoothly and enjoyable. She's well organized, can quickly learn the routine of the visit and is easy to converse with. All the traits I hope for in a caregiver.

- Brett C.

Monica Q.

5.0

Monica has a very bubbly and friendly personality that my daughter just loves. She is reliable, energetic and has no problem jumping right in. I also love that she speaks Spanish to my kiddo. She was tidy and cleaned up after playtime and meals. I highly recommend her!

- Roxy R.

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Ratings for Arvada, CO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Arvada, CO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.