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Find special needs child care in Fort Myers, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Fort Myers, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Fort Myers, FL

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Katherine S.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$20-27/hr

Babysitter (RBT- Certified)

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Hello! My name is Katie . I am currently a registered behavior technician (RBT) at Stepping Stones Kids Therapy in Cape Coral. I work with children (2-15) who have ASD or other behavioral deficits. I have greatly enjoyed my time working with kids and have lots of experience working with children functioning at different levels....
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Jessica G.


Cape Coral, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I would be honored to be able to help a family on here. I am a very sweet and caring woman, I honestly really just love helping people. I am in nursing school with the passion of wanting to help anyone I can. I've cared for children on the Autism spectrum, Downs Syndrome, blindness, and deaf children as well. Please ask if...
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Tabitha S.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a 12-year-old son who had spinal surgery at 2 months old and a 18-year-old who has kerticonus a rare eye condition I care for them both and they are smart my son never failed a grade he past the Fcat I tutor him my daughter graduated and now working I push them both to be the best they can be despite their special needs I...
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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...
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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Sophia J.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$25-50/hr • 10 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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Ana B.


Cape Coral, FL

$13-50/hr • 15 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as compassionate caring, friendly and helpful. I like caring for people with special needs because I can relate being the mother of a special needs child I'm looking for a job that lets me help I started caring for people with special needs when 15yr In my spare time, I like to read One thing...
I have about 4 years of volunteer and a few months of paid experience helping in a nursery with children 6 and under including children with autism and speech delays.
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Nicole B.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Certified!

5.0

(4)

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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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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Venessa M.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$13-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Dependable Overnight/ Day, Caregiver For Special Needs

3.0

(1)

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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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 has been great with my teen daughter with significant and multiple special needs. My daughter loved her and was always happy in her presence. She is a good nature and carrying. Always answers messages in a timely manner. Trustworthy."

Elena D.

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...
Hi. My name is Diana and I love to work with special needs people I have experience with a kid with autism and also delay speech. I love to Learn new things! Thank you so much !!
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Shannon P.


Bonita Springs, FL

$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Ready To Help

Hello! I am a speech/language pathologist currently working at an ARC with individuals who have developmental disabilities. I absolutely love my job and would not change it for the world. I went to college for Speech Language Pathology and have worked at a school with children who had severe autism, a nursing home, and I am...
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Mike N.


Estero, FL

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs and people with disabilities for the last 8 years. I have experience working with kids and adults.
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Sara W.


Cape Coral, FL

$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available. Experience With Special Needs

I have many years experience caring for children with special needs. I currently work at a pediatric occupational and speech therapy clinic in Fairfax, Va. I also am a live in nanny for a family with 2 school aged children, one of which is diagnosed with autism. I love what I do. I love all children, but have always been drawn...
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Abbie V.


Estero, FL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver, House Sitting, Pet Sitting, Special Needs

I have been babysitting for around 13+ years. I have a lot of experience with all ages of children and absolutely love taking care of children. I have a bachelor's degree in special education. I have worked at a children's center, as a home health aide for individuals with developmental disabilities and delays. I previously...
Abbie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jean Marie M.


Alva, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 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...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Fort Myers, FL

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.

Venessa M.

3.0

Does take a lot of time off for personal interests.

- Brenda C.

Kelsey D.

5.0

Kelsey has been great with my teen daughter with significant and multiple special needs. My daughter loved her and was always happy in her presence. She is a good nature and carrying. Always answers messages in a timely manner. Trustworthy.

- Elena D.

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Ratings for Fort Myers, FL special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in Fort Myers, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care.