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Catherine D.


Alva, FL

$15-35/hr4 yrs exp

Autism Special Needs ADD ADHD

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Welcome to my profile page! I know that choosing someone to care for your child is the most important decision you will make, and I am an extremely qualified candidate. I have many years of experience working with children ages newborn to teen. Not only do I have private experience (babysitting, nannying, private practice...
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Barbara J.


Alva, FL

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Caregiver

I am currently in college and studying Psychology as my major. I have experience helping autistic and ADHD kids in high school. My passion is helping people and spending time with kids (specifically with disabilities).
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Jean Marie M.


Alva, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly , Caring And Calming

I worked with Special Needs for 32 years with the state of Connecticut Supervising a Respite Group Home. I believe that anyone can learn something new everyday even if it's just to smile and laugh . I enjoyed working with guest from 5 to 71 yrs of age with all levels of disabilities and medical needs. I had trained in CPR, first...
My name is Celia. I am a 28-year-old single, non-smoker with a vast a amount of childcare experience. I am currently in the last year finishing my bachelors in elementary and special education. However, I have experience with special needs. I was raised in a house with a mentally disabled aunt my whole life. I also worked as a...
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Venessa M.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Dependable Overnight/ Day, Caregiver For Special Needs

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have six years experience caring for those with special needs. I've cared for two Autistic children and one blind child. Most of my experience is with those wheelchair bound. I also have experience operating hoyer lifts. I have cared for five people who were confined to a wheelchair in their homes. Two were mentally...
3.0
"Does take a lot of time off for personal interests."

Brenda C.

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Ashley P.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Patient And Dedicated Caregiver/Companion

As a caregiver and a future educator, I love to share my dedication and passion for providing care to individuals. It is important to me to provide those who I care for with a fun, compassionate, and enriched environment. My background in education gives me the tools and experience to give your family meaningful experiences. I...
Thanks for your consideration. I am a patient, kind, and professional caregiver. I specialize in first aid, medication management, and supportive care.
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Jacky M.


Fort Myers, FL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 Years Experienced CNA/ Caregiver

I've been a CNA for 20 years . I've been doing private home care for 4 years here in Florida. I'm very enthusiastic, easygoing with a good spirit. I'm also very dependable with reliable transportation . I communicate well and very knowledgeable with home care and caring for the elderly . I have great references per request....
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Linda H.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$19/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

I've raised 3 children of my own and one grandchild, I worked 8 years in the Healthy Start Program as a counselor working with pregnant mothers and children from infancy up to age three. I worked provided education about infant care, postpartum depression and provided community referrals for services such as housing, baby...
I'm empathic, creative and caring and I've always loved being around kids! have experience as a registered behavioral technician for children with autism and I have experience as a teacher at a therapy preschool for kids that had speech language/developmental delays and autism. I'm an advocate for play therapy and child lead...
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Rosa W.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello the name is Rosa. I am a RBT and have worked with kiddos with all sorts of special needs from the home, to the school, to clinics. I know how challenging it can be for families and I would love to be able to provide that extra support in any setting.
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Sophia J.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have 18 years of experience in elderly care and 28 years in childcare I'm a professional healthcare worker and a medical assistant I'm willing to travel for my job and I'm willing to travel with my clients anywhere in the world
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Carmen A.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-25/hr

Child Care Attendant

Me encanta trabajar con bebés y niños, tengo 15 años de experiencia, también tengo CPR, AID, tengo cursos del departamento de niños y familia, especialización en CDA, que es un Degree.
Hello, I recently moved to SWFL (Ft. Myers) from Vermont where I held a position as a 1:1 in Special Education in an elementary school for the past 10 years. I resigned in 9/2109 as I worked toward selling home. I worked primarily with children on the Autism Spectrum, both verbal and pre/non verbal. I am familiar with ABA,...
5.0
"I met "Miss Kelly" in my neighborhood. She has a lot of experience working with children (especially those with special needs) in the school setting. She is incredibly personable with children of all ages and adults alike. My 2yo son absolutely loves her and...

Lauren H.

As a personal care assistant for the past 15 years, I've had the opportunity to work with a variety of patients with diagnoses such as Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Cancer, COPD Diabetes, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's/Dementia and Hospice patients, as well as staff. I've assisted patients with activities of daily living such as...
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Amanda B.


Fort Myers, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver For Children/Elderly Or Special Needs Available!

I have experience working in the child care setting teaching preschool and also working in younger classrooms as well, before I obtained my bachelors degree in education. Currently I am a stay at home mother of three who is looking to help out other parents with child care as needed, from my home! My children are younger and...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering social skills in kids. Her genuine liability and kindness shine, making her a gem!!"

Shelley C.

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Lauren A.


Fort Myers, FL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion-CNA Experience

I have been working with a special needs teen for 5 years in my hometown. Now in college I have experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a memory facility as well as a hospital. I am able to care for a wide variety of injuries or disabilities. I have experience with bathing, feeding, and ambulating help. I have a flexible...
5.0
"Lauren was wonderful with our son who is nonverbal and has epilepsy. She is very kind and patient and we will definitely have her work with him again."

Sandra M.

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Laura C.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an elementary school school teacher for 12 years and am currently enrolled in a full time graduate program for occupational therapy. Both of these experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with children with all types of abilities, and I would love the chance to work together with your family!
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Nicole B.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Certified!

Hello! My name is Nicole and I currently work for the School District. I have been employed since 2001 and love every minute of my day with the kids! I teach K-5 Social Communications (Students with Autism) I have a 20-year-old daughter who loves animals and is a Vet Assistant. I love children and hope I can care and love for...
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Janet M.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have plenty of experience dealing with various stages of dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer patients. I also have experience with special needs children such as heart conditions, blind, physically handicapped, ADHD. Have had diversity training, former foster parent, girl scout and boy scout leader and trainer.
5.0
"Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy entertained and active. My boys warmed up so quickly to her! I highly recommend Janet and would hire her again in...

Elizabeth K.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Alva, FL

Venessa M.

3.0

Does take a lot of time off for personal interests.

- Brenda C.

Kelly G.

5.0

I met "Miss Kelly" in my neighborhood. She has a lot of experience working with children (especially those with special needs) in the school setting. She is incredibly personable with children of all ages and adults alike. My 2yo son absolutely loves her and took to her immediately! She is...

- Lauren H.

Amanda B.

5.0

Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering social skills in kids. Her genuine liability and kindness shine, making her a gem!!

- Shelley C.

Lauren A.

5.0

Lauren was wonderful with our son who is nonverbal and has epilepsy. She is very kind and patient and we will definitely have her work with him again.

- Sandra M.

Janet M.

5.0

Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy entertained and active. My boys warmed up so quickly to her! I highly recommend Janet and would hire her again in an instant!

- Elizabeth K.

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