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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thornton, CO
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Thornton, CO
5.0
(1)
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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...
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....
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!
Payton P.
Thornton, CO
$20-50/hr • 3 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...
Janine H.
Thornton, CO
$25-30/hr • 10 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.
Yocelyn C.
Thornton, CO
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for helping children grow and develop, and it's what led me to become a childcare provider. With three years of experience and a background that includes some college, I'm more than ready to take on the responsibility of caring for your little ones.
I love creating a fun and safe environment where...
Janine H.
Thornton, CO
$25-30/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Victoria A.
Thornton, CO
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria and I am a lifeguard/swim instructor with 6 years experience working with kids. I have 2+ years working with children with special needs as an adaptive swim instructor and as a RBT at an autism center. I am CPR certified, skilled in first aid, and a certified EMT. I have mostly worked with kids ages...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria was punctual and our kids (6 and 2) said they had fun. Would hire again. "
Douglas M.
Susan C.
Thornton, CO
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Early Childhood Teacher Available For Summer
I have worked with preschoolers with special needs for 20 years as well as children 6 to 17 during summer camp for the past 4 years.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Sarah M.
Denver, CO
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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.
Samantha B.
Broomfield, CO
$25-40/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Darlene and I am 62-year-old believer in Jesus Christ. I am mother to 3 grown children. I am ready to be a grandma but my children are not ready to become parents so... I have worked for 2 years in a Christian Daycare. Then in 2020 I started to work as a nanny. I have work with infants from 6 weeks up to 5 years...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Darlene made fast friends with our 4yo, who even decided one of his dolls should be her. She would come and play with him every day of the week for a couple hours, patiently helping him with through his bad moods on some days and engaging him in creative play or...
Care member
Jamie T.
Westminster, CO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
General Care, Elder Care, Special Needs, Transportation, Housekeeping.
5.0
(2)
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 was not only kind, but also concerned and conscientious. She ensured she knew exactly where she should pick me up and offered her assistance after my procedure."
Vanessa H.
Lauren S.
Denver, CO
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Certified In CPR And Registered Nurse
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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.
3.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Thornton, CO
Victoria A.
5.0
Victoria was punctual and our kids (6 and 2) said they had fun. Would hire again.
- Douglas M.
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.
Darlene F.
5.0
Darlene made fast friends with our 4yo, who even decided one of his dolls should be her. She would come and play with him every day of the week for a couple hours, patiently helping him with through his bad moods on some days and engaging him in creative play or reading all days. He would wait by...
- Care member
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