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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thornton, CO
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
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.
Sydni G.
Thornton, CO
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello everyone, my name is Sydni.
Born and raised over in Boulder, however in the last seven years I have lived all around the Denver area. I have recently graduated from Colorado Community College of Denver, yet I still have no idea what to do with my life. I spend as much time as I can traveling and exploring the world,...
Sydni can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Kelsey H.
Thornton, CO
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have worked with children since I was 14. I started as a paid volunteer and worked my way up to assistant site director. I have worked with all ages of children and have a lot of experience with special needs. I love children and would like to start working with them again.
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with three years in the field, I am passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children easily, making their time in my care both enjoyable and educational.
I believe in open...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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
(3)
I have been working with kids since I turned 12 and could begin babysitting, for the last 18 years I have worked to develop a vast toolbelt of skills and knowledge to become the very best I can be. I have worked mostly in the school district and have quite a lot of experience with special needs. I'm very flexible and I so deeply...
Kyndri can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Gianna B.
Denver, CO
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi. my name is Gianna, I am 20 years old I'm CPR and first aid certified I have been a monther's helper when I was 9, babysitting since I was 11, and nannying since I was 18, I have volunteered at Grace Church when I was 9 to 11 and Revive Church 11 to 17 and I have worked in a preschool. I have been responsible for a range of...
Gianna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Gianna cared for my elementary school son, preschool daughter, and my infant for over a year. The infant had several complications and special needs and she excelled at handling all of them! Gianna is very responsible and prompt. We'll miss her!"
Amy P.
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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.
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
Jamie T.
5.0
Jamie works patiently and is always there for your loved one. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
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