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Monica W.


Naples, FL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lets Make The Best Of Every Day! Retired PT Assist, 27 Yrs Experience W/children, Adults, & Seniors.

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'm a retired PT Assistant w/27 yrs. experience working w/special needs children, adults and seniors. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm a non-smoker, a pet lover, and I have a reliable car. I am easy going, patient and have a good sense of humor. I feel comfortable in new situations. And I truly enjoy helping people learn a...
5.0
"Great care taker. Our special needs son loved being her. Took him to the beach, park etc. highly recommend!"

Jim K.

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Joyful G.


Cape Coral, FL

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. My passion is serving/supporting others for the greatest good of all. That's what was instilled in us at birth. The only way to truly feel a sense of purpose and self-worth was to do selfless loving acts of kindness for anyone/community. As a compassionate caregiver with...
5.0
"Joyful continues to work with our special needs adult son. They get out for daily adventures and she is always eager to take him new places and to teach him new things. She has been an incredible help to our family with housekeeping and spending quality time with...

Mary R.

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Amanda B.


Fort Myers, FL

$20-30/hr • 5 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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Miriam T.


Cape Coral, FL

$36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a dedicated and loving caregiver with over 15 years of experience in providing exceptional care to individuals of all ages. My background as a certified medical assistant, specializing in ophthalmology, equips me with a unique set of skills to offer comprehensive and compassionate support to those in need. As a mother...
5.0
"I am a blind person in a wheelchair. I was on vacation in Florida and hired Miriam to assist me in the hotel and around the resort. She is kind, cooperative, friendly and smart. We had a lot of fun together. I would strongly recommend her."

Dawn S.

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Angela H.


Naples, FL

$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Physical Therapy Graduate Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate from the University of Miami and recently moved home to Tucson to start travel PT. I have a lot of experience working with people of all ages and of all different level of needs. Looking to help those in need of short term care. Looking forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Friendly, punctual, responsible, and a safe driver; would definitely hire again if the need arises."

Jim G.

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Kelsey D.


Cape Coral, FL

$25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! I naturally enjoy outdoor activities, animals, and going to the gym. My friends would describe me as reliable, passionate, and animated. I've always wanted to help others so I graduated from FIU with a B. S. in Recreation Therapy and Sports Management. For a year I worked with the Geriatric population, where I was...
5.0
"Kelsey is amazing with training my nieces. I've sat in on sessions before and watched how well they all work together. She is patient and understanding, yet respectable. Overall, my nieces have become more fit and made many friends working with Kelsey."

Oscar G.

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Nicole B.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 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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Patrick K.


Naples, FL

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator For Respite

Former special education teacher. 25 years experience working with students of all ability levels. I have done respite for clients in Chicago and Naples. Full time resident . Great rapport with older children and young adults. Caring , compassionate and dependable.
Patrick can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Shannon G.


Cape Coral, FL

$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver Available

As an ambitious and hard working individual, I am often recognized for my people skills, dependability, and compassion. I first discovered my passion for caring for those with special needs when I was a freshman in high school. I started sitting for my neighbor who had a mild case of autism. I was then introduced to the Special...
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Olivia H.


Fort Myers, FL

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience working with children, teenagers, and young adults both inside and outside of the school system. I work in schools one on one with students who have special needs, but also work independently with those with special needs in my personal time. I have helped with bathroom needs, hygiene needs, positive...
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver. I have a deep passion for improving the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and a commitment to fostering independence, dignity, and personal growth. My background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who have a wide range of physical, developmental,...
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Nanette T.


Cape Coral, FL

$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Private Care Giver

Worked with children with ADHD as well as Down syndrome and dialysis for kidney failure Help with daily living needs, and compassion creating an active and safe environment
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Linda H.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$19/hr • 8 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...
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Jourdan K.


Fort Myers, FL

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Looking To Make A New Bestie!

For years I dreamed of growing up and being a special education teacher. Fast forward to 5 years ago and I have a child with autism! I'm a huge advocate for this type of care and support. It's so hard find!!! So that's why I stumbled upon care. com and created an account so I can help mommas like ME!
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Jacky M.


Fort Myers, FL

$14-19/hr • 10 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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Keagan T.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

My Experience

I am a Special Education teacher, originally from Chicago, Illinois. I have my Learning Behavior Specialist I and ESL degrees. My main experience is working as a case manager and teacher in a Severe and Profound/Medically Fragile classroom. I have experience working on the functional and therapeutic end, focusing on life skills,...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Jessica! A little bit about me: - I'm 25, I was born and raised in West Palm Beach. I moved over to Fort Myers at the beginning of the October 2021 with my Fiancé and our dog Myla! I'm a super down to earth, motivated individual. Experience (Care. com & Other): -Child care- Reoccurring and Occasional -Petsitting-...
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Erin S.


Naples, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny for Special Needs Children/ABA Therapist

I am working with children on the autistic spectrum as an ABA therapist. I am passionate about my work because I see the children making progress and that is rewarding.
My experience with autism is personal my son is 7yrs old and is on the spectrum so I understand the patience it takes when carrying for individuals on the spectrum. Very kind person , always polite and respectful of everyone's point of views , friendly and very happy going. Great at house keeping , meal prepping , companionship.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Estero, FL

Monica W.

5.0

Great care taker. Our special needs son loved being her. Took him to the beach, park etc. highly recommend!

- Jim K.

Joyful G.

5.0

Joyful continues to work with our special needs adult son. They get out for daily adventures and she is always eager to take him new places and to teach him new things. She has been an incredible help to our family with housekeeping and spending quality time with our son. Joyful brings a very...

- Mary R.

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.

Miriam T.

5.0

I am a blind person in a wheelchair. I was on vacation in Florida and hired Miriam to assist me in the hotel and around the resort. She is kind, cooperative, friendly and smart. We had a lot of fun together. I would strongly recommend her.

- Dawn S.

Angela H.

5.0

Friendly, punctual, responsible, and a safe driver; would definitely hire again if the need arises.

- Jim G.

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