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Danika C.

Danika

Arvada, CO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I currently nanny part-time for a family in Denver, and I absolutely love what I do. I'm hoping to increase my hours to have a more full-time schedule. I currently have Monday, Tuesday, and Friday availability. One of my favorite parts about my job is not just watching the kiddos grow, but also building a fun relationship with...

Kerri W. says "Danika is very mature and well spoken. She was on time, asked the right questions, and seemed easy going. We really liked her!"

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Caring, Creative, Fun Nanny-Outstanding Work Ethic, 20+ Years Exp. W/ Babies & Kids, Multiples Pro!

Arvada, CO

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 46 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
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!...

Care Member says "Lydia came prepared and clearly had tons of experience. Our daughter had a great time. We plan to hire Lydia again."

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Covid Safe - Senior Care- I'm Tested Weekly

Arvada, CO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
I am a mother of 2 who has spent my life caring for others with all types of special needs. I provide Non-Medical Senior Care That Is Personalized to my client's needs including: Companion care -Caring companionship and conversation - Help with hobbies, scrapbooking, games, gardening, watching sports & news-General shopping and...

Mark H. says "Hi Arlene was great, in assisting me prior to and post-outpatient surgery recently, as I required transportation and assistance at home immediately...

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Special Needs Provider

Arvada, CO

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have experience with mental health, eating disorders, addiction and dual diagnoses. I work at a treatment center for teens currently where I work directly with girls aged 13-20 who are in need of inpatient therapy. I am also interested in learning and working with other types of special needs care. I appreciate the...
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Fun Sitter Who Strives To Make Each Day The Best It Can Be!

Arvada, CO

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and EPI Pen Injections, Educational help. I am very experienced with people of all ages with special needs or that need extra assistance.
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Experienced Former Elementary Teacher Available To Assist!

Arvada, CO

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Former elementary school teacher with over 35 years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. My past employment has given me in-depth experience providing services to children and adults with, and without, developmental disabilities as well as managing and organizing a variety of activities. I have...
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Arvada, CO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi there my name is Liza ! I have been state certified as a Certified nursing assistant since October of 1998, my skills include paraplegic and quadriplegic care. I am trained to use a Hoyer lifts. I have been trained to deal with dementia and Alzheimer's, I have experience with passing medication and filling med planners, I...
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Caregiver

Arvada, CO

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$30/hr
I have 10 years of experience. I am a mother and a grandmother though a fairly younger grandmother which definitely helps with keeping up with energetic children. I also have a special needs child of my own with autism and ADHD and so I have experience with that as well as children with emotional/ behavioral disorders so...
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ASD Support

Arvada, CO

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Kirstie, and working with children is one of my greatest joys. I believe every child is unique, full of potential, and deserving of patience, kindness, and encouragement as they grow and discover the world around them. I bring both personal passion and professional experience to my caregiving. I've had the...
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Personal Care Assistant (SMA)

Arvada, CO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been caring for Katerina (21) who has Spinal Muscular Atrophy for 4 years. This job entails lifting her in and out of bed, helping her get dressed, helping her get showered and groomed, as well as cooking and cleaning for her.
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Arvada, CO

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$25/hr
I started in healthcare when I was 17, working at Lutheran hospital as a patient sitter, in the float pool. I was often assigned to geriatric psych and rehab. Afterwards I was a caregiver at Sunrise Senior Living in Littleton before moving to MorningStar Senior Living in Arvada. I was a QMAP lead caregiver in assisted living and...
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Arvada, CO

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$21/hr
4 years experience
I have over four years of child care experience through part time work at a daycare babysitting and part-time near I have worked with children on the autism spectrum from mild to severe I've worked with children with feeding tubes anger issues high energy I look forward to connecting with you have a great day.
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Smile Creator

Arvada, CO

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Emily, I've worked at a daycare for 2 and a half years but I've been babysitting/nannying for over 5 years. I've worked with kids all different ages ( infant- middle school) and kids with all different and special needs. I enjoy the outdoors, singing and reading and many more hobbies. If I could describe myself...
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Caring And Patient Nanny

Arvada, CO

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...
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Childcare

Arvada, CO

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
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.
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Arvada, CO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...
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Fun Sitter That Will Keep Your Kids Smiling!

Arvada, CO

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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.
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Arvada, CO

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...
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Arvada, CO

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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 while I finished up my...
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Arvada, CO

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.77/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Arvada, CO

Special Needs Caregivers in Arvada, CO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Danika C.

Danika is very mature and well spoken. She was on time, asked the right questions, and seemed easy going. We really liked her!

- Kerri W.

Lydia W.

Lydia came prepared and clearly had tons of experience. Our daughter had a great time. We plan to hire Lydia again.

- Care member

Arlene A.

Hi Arlene was great, in assisting me prior to and post-outpatient surgery recently, as I required transportation and assistance at home...

- Mark H.

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