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Angela E.

Special Needs Caregiver

Thornton, CO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
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.

Payton Special Education Degree Animals And Children Are Life

Thornton, CO

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I'm Payton, a full-time Special Education teacher who is passionate about working with children. I have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education, a minor in Early Childhood Education, and a concentration in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education. I have years of experience caring for and teaching children of all...
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Kaylin E.

Part-time Caregiver

Thornton, CO

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! I currently work as a BCBA in early intervention applying the ESDM model for children ages 1-5. I absolutely love the work I do and have dreams of beginning my own private practice. In the meantime, I am eager to continue nurturing relationships with families in ways that are not only personable and meaningful, but to...
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Isabella M.

Thornton, CO

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I'm passionate about child development, and I find deep fulfillment in making a positive impact on their lives. I'm currently completing my Bachelors of Science in Psychology with two minors in Human Development and Sociology. Most recently I worked as a Special Needs Paraeducator where I developed a patient, calm, and...
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Payton P.

This Is Me

Thornton, CO

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Payton, and I have a strong passion for working with children. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Special Education, an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, and a minor in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education. I'm currently working toward my teaching license. I have years of experience in...
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Emily H.

Thornton, CO

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Emily, a 22-year-old Occupational Therapy student in the Denver area! I'm CPR, First Aid, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certified, and I have over three years of experience caring for children ages 1 to 16, including children with special needs. I've always enjoyed being around kids because they're full of energy,...
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Jade H.

Nanny With Degree And Teaching Background

Thornton, CO

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a Nanny/Household Manager. I taught preschool for 4 years and have a Bachelor's in Child Development. I'm CPR/First Aid/AED and water safety certified and a CPST. I'm fully vaccinated. I've worked with infants as young as 10 weeks up to teenagers. I have experience with multiples and special needs, such as FPIES and food...
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Leanna R.

Thornton, CO

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I love children and have years of experience in childcare, in addition to my professional training as a child therapist. I recently moved to the area and am seeking short term caregiving positions during this interim. Unique skills: -Early/middle childhood specialist but experienced across all age ranges, from infancy...
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Eden M.

Baby Sitter Or Part Time Nanny Available

Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to teenagers. Throughout high school I gained experience as a baby sitter and had regular clients who's children's ages ranged from 8 weeks to 11 years old. I became certified as a babysitter through the Apple Barn when I was 13. In high school I...

Emily M. says "Eden is great with all of my kids and she's a great communicator, I highly recommend her!"

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Leann G.

Broomfield, CO

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
*Certified: Brain Injury Specialist, Certified Medication Manager, CPR, Health Coach* I am positive and get along with everyone. I love helping people and creating new connections I am also interested in helping with odd jobs, running errands, cleaning, etc! I love pets and just got my own puppy! I am also an artist.
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Cindy E.

Denver, CO

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for the past 23 years with an emphasis on Hospice and critical care. I am skilled in all levels of patient care... trach, colostomy, transfers, vital signs, catheter care. My goal is to provide compassion, respect and dignity to whoever I am caring for.

Robin B. says "We love having Cindy work in our home. She provides excellent care while maintaining total respect for my husband. Cindy is a truly capable and kind...

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Maria V.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Lafayette, CO

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a college graduate and I am taking some time off before applying to graduate programs in Neuroscience. I majored in psychology, with minors in biology and neuroscience and I plan to work with children. I babysit regularly, speak fluent English and Spanish, I have a background in early childhood psychological research, and...

Caryn P. says "I had Maria come while we interim with childcare for my daughter she was on time and very responsible. We were tremendously impressed with her knowledge on...

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Yuri C.

9 Years In Early Childhood Care (Bilingual)

Denver, CO

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Yuri! I have years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens, including special needs. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, dependable, and love creating safe, fun, and engaging environments where kids can thrive.

Lauren G. says "Yuri is absolutely wonderful with children. She is also incredibly hard working, dependable, and caring. I would trust her with my children in a second....

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Supanya R.

Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi Parents. You called me Por. I'm Thai. I'm located in Broomfield, Colorado. My currently family who I nanny their child about to go to school soon and looking for new family to work with in around this July. I was an au-pair for two years in Philadelphia, I worked as a teacher for 1 year at the daycare in Santa Fe and I have...

Tasio C. says "Supanya is a baby whisperer and is very loving and patient. She provided occasional nannying for us with an infant to about a year and a half old. She's...

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America V.

Brighton, CO

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is America V, I am certified as a CNA and have over 10 years experience working in the health care setting. I have been doing home health since November 2018. I am pursuing to become a nurse in the future and find working with people to be a passion of mine. I am adaptable to any environment, have great...
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Jeffrey U.

Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
I am 30 years old with an Associate of General Studies and a Bachelor degree in Nursing and Science. I love home care and I'm passionate about giving care to people in need. I work hard to satisfy my patients needs and I listen and learn new methods if I don't. and help with special needs.

Brian M. says "I've worked with Jeff in a special needs environment for more than two years now. Jeff is dependable and concise in the performance of his duties. I...

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Briana P.

Brighton, CO

4.3(1)
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$16/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Nurturing children and watching them blossom has always been a passion. For the past 10 years, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My goal is to provide a safe, stimulating, and fun environment where your little ones can thrive. I hold a college degree, have completed Early...

Christine D. says "Briana watched our 2 kiddos (ages 3 & 5) for ~6 months before we transitioned into kindergarten for our oldest. She was always patient, loving and kind...

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Madison E.

Nanny

Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi my name is Madison and I'm so excited to meet your family! I have many years of child care experience, including working in a daycare. I have experience with special needs children and immune compromised children. I have had CPR and First Aid/choking training and references. I'm very high energy and positive. I have multiple...

Jenna H. says "Madison has been the full-time nanny for our baby from 3 months - 1 year. Madison loves kids and is extremely punctual, a great communicator, and very...

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Marta D.

Professional Caregiver / CNA

Denver, CO

4.6(1)
from
$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am an experienced caregiver and CNA. I am working with clients with MS, brain injury, ALS, sight and hear impairment, peple suffers from dementia, cancer, amputation. and in hospice. I am working and have an experience with quadriplegics. I can help with feeding and assisting with showers. bed bath and all ADL. I'm comfortable...

linda L. says "communication is a little hard but Marta is reliable and efficient."

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Savanna M.

Denver, CO

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "She is very sweet with my shy daughter who is 2. Also understanding of my parenting style and goes with the flow. I definitely recommend Savannah to...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of September 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Thornton, CO are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Eden M.

Eden is great with all of my kids and she's a great communicator, I highly recommend her!

- Emily M.

Cindy E.

We love having Cindy work in our home. She provides excellent care while maintaining total respect for my husband. Cindy is a truly...

- Robin B.

Maria V.

I had Maria come while we interim with childcare for my daughter she was on time and very responsible. We were tremendously impressed with...

- Caryn P.

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