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408 special needs caregivers are listed in Denver, CO
The average rate is $19/hr as of September 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Denver, CO
Brian R.
Denver, CO
$100-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Special Needs Mentor/Coach/Consultant With 25+years Experience
5.0
(6)
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My name is Brian and I am offering my services as a Special Needs Consultant. I have experience working with ADD, ADHD, Autism, Non-verbal, physically challenged, Tourette's, Personality Disorders, Eating Disorders, APD and LPD, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyspraxia, Executive Function Deficit,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We couldn't be happier with Brian and know our loved one benefits from his visits.
Reviewed by Vicki N.
5.0
(1)
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I have experience working with emotionally challenged children. I have worked at Wordswoth Academy, and have cared for children with various disorders. I am very patient and understanding of their needs and can be helpful in redirecting them, and helping them to see life in a more positive way.
Recent review:
5.0
Alisa helped support our adult son with down syndrome - helping with activities in and out of the house, driving him to piano lessons, helping him get lunch, going for walks around the lake, playing board or...
Reviewed by Rob B.
4.8
(6)
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I've been working with Autism spectrum, Dawn sindrom, mental disorder clients.
CPR/First-Aid certified.
QMAP certified.
9 yrs of experience.
Recent reviews:
5.0
Whenever I ask her for help, she always do. I had daily routine she always help me out.
Reviewed by Hye S.
Juana C.
Denver, CO
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
8 Years special needs caregiver, With 5 Years Spinal Cord Injury Experience
4.0
(3)
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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...
Recent review:
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...
Reviewed by Brett C.
5.0
(1)
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Special needs is one of my favorite fields to work in hands down. I have experience in caring for many individuals with diverse special needs and medical diagnosis, ranging across a wide spectrum from mild to severe. Additionally I have experience and recent education regarding child development and...
5.0
(1)
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Hello & thanks for checking out my profile. Here's a little about me! I absolutely adore working with children. I am looking to work around 40 hours a week. I have 7 siblings all younger so I am very experienced with children.
I have worked with children with disabilities such as Downs Syndrome,...
3.0
(2)
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I am experienced in working with elementary and middle school-aged children with special needs. I have extensive experience working with kids. I spent many summers working as a special needs-focused camp counselor and worked at an after school care center for 4 years with children of varying...
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I am a current special education teacher looking for a summer job. I have been a teacher for the past four years and work with children who have mild to moderate needs.
Recent review:
5.0
Emma is AMAZING with children. She works as a special education teacher and has such kindness and patience. Emma is also so dependable, she is someone you can count on to give the best care to your family!
Reviewed by Jessie B.
5.0
(5)
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I have been caring for/supporting children and young adults, with and without special needs, since I can remember. I acquired a master's degree in special education from James Madison University in 2013 and have been employed as a special educator ever since. I am well versed in positive behavior...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Logan was exceptional at working with my 21-year-old, severely autistic, step-son with limited verbal ability. He read the situation perfectly and on every visit, my step-son jumped eager to spend time with...
Reviewed by Alissa N.
Kelsey M.
Denver, CO
$27-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I previously had my own business working with children and elderly with special needs. My passion is helping others. I have a certification in ABA and a certified crisis counselor. I also am attending CCU online to get my masters in clinical mental health counseling.
Recent review:
5.0
Kelsey is a very professional and dependable caretaker who has provided our family with indispensable assistance. More importantly, she is kind, understanding and compassionate. If there were a rating above 5...
Reviewed by Javier S.
Ashley A.
Denver, CO
$23-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hello all thank you for taking time to read my profile, my name is Ashley! I have experience working with individuals from infancy to adulthood with ASD, ADHD, language development mostly. I have worked with individuals that have had G tubes epilepsy and seizures. I am CPR and first aid trained and...
Recent review:
5.0
Ashley was absolutely wonderful with our special needs son. She adapted quickly to his routine and temperament which is no easy task. She was on time, professional and I will definitely be hiring her again.
Reviewed by April W.
5.0
(1)
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I've not only worked to help people with disabilities find employment for 3 years but I also have experience babysitting individuals in there homes as well. I've worked with Down syndrome, high functioning and low functioning autism, ADHD, ADD and Celebra palsy. At home my fiancé also has epilepsy...
Recent review:
5.0
Madison is the best babysitter we have ever had. My son can be hard to handle at times and Madison handles him like a champ! She's always calm with him and he always talks about how he has the best time with...
Reviewed by Lexie L.
5.0
(2)
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I spent the last 4 years working for an agency called Sample Supports who mostly provides services for adults with developmental disabilities with high behavioral needs, but also has a children's program that I was a part of. When I began my work there, I was working with the day program which...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Cameron was a big help this fall in helping our Special Needs son with remote learning. He was very caring, attentive and encouraging throughout the day. Cameron has a big heart and was great with our son!
Reviewed by Traci A.
Danielle W.
Denver, CO
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I have worked with:
- an 8-year-old with ADHD & Autism
- a 9-year-old with dyslexia
- a 12-year-old with dyslexia & epilepsy
I am passionate about working with children because I believe that mentoring & setting an example and listening to the youth is very important for them to grow into...
Recent review:
5.0
Dani is beyond amazing! We feel so lucky we found her to watch our French bulldog. She is very reliable, trustworthy, and communicative - we highly recommend her.
Reviewed by Jonathan S.
5.0
(1)
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I have worked with individuals with special needs since my freshman year of high school, and I am now a sophomore in college. I am studying Health and Exercise Science with the plan of becoming an Occupational Therapist to work with people who have special needs. I have volunteered for year at...
Recent review:
5.0
Kristy is an amazing person! She is polite, friendly, punctual and very good at providing quality care. I would recommend her for any type of position due to her knowledge and willingness to learn new things
Reviewed by Craig H.
Nikola S.
Denver, CO
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I gained my bachelor degree in Poland in English teaching and moved to the US almost 5 years ago. Here, I have worked with one family for 2. 5 years with 3 boys (3-7yo). One of the boys has Angelman syndrome so I assisted with all the daily activities, helping with behavioral support and using AAC....
5.0
(1)
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Last summer, I was the summer intern for a day program called YouthAbility. I worked with at-risk youth as well as individuals of ages 15 - 30 with various developmental disabilities, such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome. From this internship, I was employed by a family with a...
Recent review:
5.0
Anneke worked with my son with autism for over 2 years. She is a highly dependable, flexible and outgoing person. She is self motivated, and always looking for ways she can help out more. She worked with us...
Reviewed by Alexandra M.
5.0
(1)
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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.
Recent review:
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...
Reviewed by Richard T.
Emeline Y.
Denver, CO
$15-30/hr
5.0
(1)
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I am currently a caregiver to a man who is quadriplegic and I also help out with his four younger kids. I'm an experienced caregiver, nanny and an aunt. I'm trained in first aid and am CPR certified. My job is coming to an end at the end of august. I love to help people and make people happy and I...
5.0
(1)
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Hello, my name is Hunter and I am 26 years old and am interested in being your sitter. I have experience working with 1st - 12 grade special education students . Before moving to Colorado, I served as a Special Olympics coach and science teacher in California. I am patient and outgoing and love...
Recent review:
5.0
Hunter has been amazing with our 16 year old son with special needs! He is responsible, reliable, punctual and fun. Our son is not the easiest and Hunter goes out of his way to make their time together engaging...
Reviewed by Rebecca S.
5.0
(1)
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Children are the true joy in my life. After rearing two girls for the past 5 years in New York City, I am moving to New Mexico! I am currently earning my Masters in Early Childhood Education, and am excited to begin working with local families & preschools in Albuquerque. I have graduated with a BA...
Recent review:
5.0
Kathryn started with us when our youngest was just 3 months old and she was with us for five years before moving out West from New York. There's no one I would vouch for more highly and we miss her every day....
Reviewed by Carolyn L.
Meghan R.
Denver, CO
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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*Please note that I am a full time teacher. I would not be available during school hours and am not looking for a regularly occurring job at this time.*
I am a high school special education teacher (who teaches 1st-4th grade academics) and am finishing grad school to continue my education and...
Recent review:
5.0
Meghan was great. She was right on time for our date night, very capable and professional and had no problem with all the special requests and demands we had for our little one. We'll definitely continue to...
Reviewed by Michael H.
Jolene H.
Denver, CO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi there!
I am currently teaching in Nebraska. I teach special education and am in my 7th year. I work with students who have learning disabilities, Autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbances, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, and more. I have done it all from academics, to behaviors, to life...
Recent review:
5.0
Jolene is very kind, responsible, and creative. She has a strong background in special needs and knows how to individualize programming and care to fit a child's needs. Jolene is very easy to work with and...
Reviewed by Stephanie M.
Annet N.
Denver, CO
$30-40/hr
5.0
(1)
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my name is Annet, I have been a paid care giver for 5 years, caring and being able to offer help to someone is what I love most. I'm available to work both day and night shifts, please feel free to contact me any time, thank you.
Recent review:
5.0
Annet has worked with us for the 4 years and 4 months and I wish she would never leave but changes happen. She has been very dependable, compassionate, extremely helpful, knowledgeable and willing to learn,...
Reviewed by Russ K.
5.0
(2)
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Hi!
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who absolutely loves working with individuals with all types of abilities. With me, your loved ones will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and...
Recent reviews:
5.0
You will not regret hiring Grace! She is so friendly, punctual, kind and takes great care of the individuals she cares for! Grace has a very bubbly personality, she is very outgoing and goes above and beyond in...
Reviewed by Taylor S.
5.0
(2)
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Hello! I'm Alexa!
Basically like your at home "Alexa," but in the flesh. Oh! Did you want a song request? Funny you asked because I am actually a music therapist. The last 10+ years I have been practicing music therapy with all different populations, however I specialize mostly in mental health and...
Recent reviews:
5.0
I supervised Alexa when she was a music teacher for ECE-5th grade public school students. She used her music therapy background and a person-first approach to serve children of all abilities and needs. She...
Reviewed by Karissa S.
Ash G.
Denver, CO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Experience in caring for children through ages 19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ranging from nonverbal to high-functioning), mental health challenges (anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, emotionally disturbed, self-harming behaviors, etc), learning delays, and behavioral disorders.
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Leslie A.
Denver, CO
$30-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello my name is Leslie A I'm 26 years old. I'm attending Colorado Christian University, I'm finally done with my bachelors in psychology. I have been working with elderly people for 9 years going to my 10. I've done assisting living care for 6 years and home care 5. I really enjoy working with...
Recent review:
5.0
Leslie is one of the best caregivers I have ever encountered in my 15 years of healthcare work. She is always on time and is always willing to stay over her shift to make sure that her patients are safe and...
Reviewed by Michael H.
5.0
(2)
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I am passionate about helping those around me and making life a little easier in some way. In order to achieve this, a patient must be equipped with knowledge, support, and guidance throughout the entirety of their health care. Communication, intention, and execution throughout an integral health...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Kristin is a very conscientious person and takes in other people's needs before herself. She is experienced with both child care and senior care.
Reviewed by Jeff T.
5.0
(6)
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I am a flight attendant with a Legacy Airline. Love my young ones on my flights:)
Certified in adult, child & infant CPR.
Blood borne Pathogens.
Cognitive A. E. D. Training.
Clear and updated background check.
Associate degree in Business Administration/marketing.
Before becoming a flight attendant...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We absolutely love Azita! She is the absolute best and our boys love her!!
Reviewed by Jessica F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Denver, CO
Brian R.
5.0
We couldn't be happier with Brian and know our loved one benefits from his visits.
- Vicki N.
Alisa D.
5.0
Alisa helped support our adult son with down syndrome - helping with activities in and out of the house, driving him to piano lessons, helping him get lunch, going for walks around the lake, playing board or video games. She was always on time and very dependable. We would definitely hire her...
- Rob B.
Marianna Y.
5.0
Whenever I ask her for help, she always do. I had daily routine she always help me out.
- Hye S.
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.
Alexis D.
5.0
Alexis was really hands on and great with our 2 boys with autism! We will have her care for them any time!
- Jill N.
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Ratings for Denver, CO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Denver, CO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 193 reviews of the 408 listed special needs caregivers.