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Find special needs caregivers in Thornton, CO that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thornton, CO

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Thornton, CO

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Jenna P.


Thornton, CO

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello friends! I am an energetic lady looking to help provide some summertime entertainment for children and some relief for guardians/parents. A little bit about me is that I am currently a high school Special Education Resource teacher. I recently graduated from UNC with my teaching license certified in Special Education K-12...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sarah J.


Thornton, CO

$26/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Provider Evenings

I have my bachelors in special education and my masters in online teaching. I used to work in a special needs classroom at a high school. I still provide occasional respite care for two adults with special needs that I've known for over 10 years. I am working on getting my license to become a special education teacher this fall....
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Huma A.


Thornton, CO

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny Available Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Huma! I'm a 59-year-old female. I grew up in England and moved to America in 1995. I recently relocated to Colorado to be with my daughter. I am a mother of three. I have a daughter who is a pediatric dentist and two boys. My two boys have mental health illnesses. I have experience working with different age...
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Angela E.


Thornton, CO

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Currently I am working with a non-profit organization that focuses their time with adults who are disabled. I have been with them for a year and love every minute of it!
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Payton P.


Thornton, CO

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Payton Special Education Degree Animals And Children Are Life

I have an associates degree in special education and child development, I am still in school working toward my bachelors but it is for sure my dream job. I love children and animals and I always have. I have experience in baby sitting as while as pet sitting. I also have lots of experience with special needs children and helping...
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Janine H.


Thornton, CO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I am a stay-at-home mom raising 3 homeschooled teens. I have a graduate degree in psychology and extensive experience with children including those with special needs. I am comfortable with multiple children, ages infant thru teen and enjoy pets. My approach is gentle and educational with minimal discipline.
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Janine H.


Thornton, CO

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been a stay-at-home mom and raised 3 homeschooled children. The child I am currently working with is entering school and am I am looking for a new position. I have a graduate degree in psychology and extensive experience caring for children including those with special needs. I am comfortable with multiple children,...
Janine can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Olivia F.


Thornton, CO

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Children- Worth A Million!

Hello! I'm a former professional nanny equipped with an extensive childcare background. During the school year I work in a high school, so I have summers off and I'm looking to fill my time with some extra nannying/babysitting! My experience includes work with: infants, multiples, special needs children and more!...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Madeline M.


Thornton, CO

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Looking To Help Out With Your Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8+ years of experience working with children off all ages full time coaching gymnastics, including kids with special needs. I am CPR/First AID certified in pediatric and adults, I have my own transportation and I do not smoke. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and I studied early elementary education in...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more

Vanessa M.


Thornton, CO

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Teacher, Part-time Job.

I'm a friendly and patient childcare provider with 4 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My love for kids and nurturing nature is what motivated me to become a caregiver in the first place. I can comfortably care for up to three children at a time and am happy to help with cooking, meal preparation, carpooling,...
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah M.


Denver, CO

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked with special need children for the past 2 years. One and a half years in a middle school and half a year in an elementary school. I have watched a 2 and 4-year-old in the summer of 2018 and also a 1-year-old in the summer of 2019. I am comfortable working with all ages.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We LOVE Sarah! We were in Denver for a few weeks and she helped take care of our visually impaired son. Sarah is sweet and patient and kind and was very attuned to our kid's needs. She also does not like to be idle and was happy to help in any way she could. We...

Andrew L.

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Samantha B.


Broomfield, CO

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Young Professional Looking For Part Time Work!

3.8

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! I'm Sammi, and I've been in the childcare game for 21 years now. It all started when I was just 11, helping out moms, then moved on to babysitting kids from newborns to elementary schoolers. Summers were spent as a camp counselor, and I've had some memorable gigs, like looking after toddler twin boys, a little girl...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had Samantha come over to babysit for our two kids (1 and 3) for the first time. She was so reliable and responsible! It was so reassuring that our kids were in such good care. The next morning, my daughter was talking about how much she enjoyed playing with Sam...

Erin T.

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Magdalena C.


Broomfield, CO

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/babysitter/nanny/dog-walker Available

Hi! My name is Magda, and I'm a 26-year-old living in Broomfield, CO. I have 14 years of caregiving/nannying experience--it's my passion. I'm energetic, creative, and have never met a family I didn't love. I have teaching experience as well, including children with special needs (however I don't have any special certification)....
Magdalena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Magda was an absolute lifesaver for our family. She did an excellent job taking care of our 9-month-old when our nanny unexpectedly had to move and our son was not doing well with the sudden change. She is kind, friendly, transparent, punctual, and patient- all the...

Chelsea S.

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Jamie T.


Westminster, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

General Care, Elder Care, Special Needs, Transportation, Housekeeping.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an active 52-year-old mother of six (ages 13 - 25.) Through Care. com I have a wide variety of experience including housekeeping, day and night care giving to elderly clients with varying medical and support needs, providing transportation, and care for special needs and typical children. I am an optimistic person who is...
5.0
"Jamie works patiently and is always there for your loved one. I highly recommend her. "

Care member

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Lauren S.


Denver, CO

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Certified In CPR And Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! I am a registered nurse with 10 years of babysitting experience, 3 years of experience as a nanny, and 1 year working with special needs. Pediatric nursing is my heart and passion and I am a recent nursing school graduate. I would love to find families who need a date-night sitter or occasional overnight care. Please...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"I highly recommend Lauren. She worked with our family for a short time, but the time we did spend with her, she was professional, earnest, and kind. We miss having her and any family that gets to work with her is very lucky!"

Julia V.

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Sarah S.


Broomfield, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable, And Caring Provider.

I have many years of experience providing childcare to an array of ages in different capacities. I'm a mother of 3 grown children and a grandmother. I was a gymnastics coach for close to 30 years and provided lessons to children of all ages and children with special needs. Through coaching I began working as a nanny privately...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

3.0
"Friendly, pleasant at the interview and punctual. Does not always follow instructions, constantly changing the schedule, rather than just occasionally. Fails to consult with the legal guardian even though we disclosed the client has short-term memory issues and...

David G.

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Emilianna B.


Westminster, CO

$33-35/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny With ECE Background

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm an early childhood educator and nanny of over a decade. I encourage play centric environments with an emphasis on whimsy and wonder. My favorites include sensory play, crafting, experiments, cooking, or nature play activities. I am comfortable aiding in potty training, consent awareness, developmental milestones, baby...
Emilianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I'm a single dad and Emily has been very helpful. She is always on time and overall a joyful person. I can tell both my daughters not only enjoy her company, but trust her deeply. I'm very grateful our family friend referred her to us. She's helped me with...

Alexandre R.

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Angelica T.


Denver, CO

$19-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver With Flexible Schedule Who Loves And Adores Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Angel, I am 24 years old, and I have a passion for caregiving. I have two children of my own. I also babysat on and off for my whole adolescence. When I was in high school, I worked with the special-needs program & a company called Gold Star for about a year. I also worked as a CNA for almost 2 years. I am fun,...
Angelica can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"She did a great job taking care of our fur babies. Also watered our plants and cleaned up the house would definitely hire her again. "

Care member

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Savanna M.


Denver, CO

$21-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Savanna! I am 23 and I have 4 years of experience with babysitting family to multiple children through Care the past 4 years. I am very dedicated and patient. I am CPR certified and also have experience with kids who are autistic or have special needs. I love being outside, being around pets, and doing many...
Savanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was fabulous! Will be booking her again soon. Great with the kids, very nice."

Kate C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Thornton, CO

Sarah M.

5.0

We LOVE Sarah! We were in Denver for a few weeks and she helped take care of our visually impaired son. Sarah is sweet and patient and kind and was very attuned to our kid's needs. She also does not like to be idle and was happy to help in any way she could. We wish we could've taken her back home...

- Andrew L.

Samantha B.

5.0

We had Samantha come over to babysit for our two kids (1 and 3) for the first time. She was so reliable and responsible! It was so reassuring that our kids were in such good care. The next morning, my daughter was talking about how much she enjoyed playing with Sam while we were gone! Great...

- Erin T.

Magdalena C.

5.0

Magda was an absolute lifesaver for our family. She did an excellent job taking care of our 9-month-old when our nanny unexpectedly had to move and our son was not doing well with the sudden change. She is kind, friendly, transparent, punctual, and patient- all the things you could ask for in a...

- Chelsea S.

Jamie T.

5.0

Jamie works patiently and is always there for your loved one. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

Lauren S.

5.0

I highly recommend Lauren. She worked with our family for a short time, but the time we did spend with her, she was professional, earnest, and kind. We miss having her and any family that gets to work with her is very lucky!

- Julia V.

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