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Erica D.


Mount Dora, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Knowledgeable Special Needs Care Giver

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I provide compassionate and quality services for your special needs family member in your home. I have experience with a wide array of exceptionalities and have worked with many children and individuals on the Autism Spectrum, those who are nonverbal, who have cognitive impairments, and who have emotional regulation...
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Sharon S.


Mount Dora, FL

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

Helper

I have personal hands on experience. My oldest is High functioning autism and have had to learn the hard way. I have seen lower functioning and know that no two kids are alike. Patience is key. I had to step back and let others do what I couldn't figure out even though I am a preschool teacher. I learned to pick my battles...
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Alexa V.


Mount Dora, FL

$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello

My name is Alexa, My passion for working with children and my dedication to special education motivate me to always seek the best for each child in my care. I am certified as a **RBT (Registered Behavior Technician)** and am currently a **special education** student in college. My academic background is complemented by training...
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Lisa F.


Mount Dora, FL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

am a Registered Nurse with NICU pediatric and mother baby experience. As motivated and organized individual I pay attention to detail and the ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently while remaining dedicated to delivering compassionate care. I am a mother to two boys. I have recently made the...
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Melody L.


Apopka, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Melody and I'm a natural born care provider. I am outgoing, friendly, dependable, honest, super patient and come with over 20 years of hands on experience. I am a trained home health aid and my goal is to provide a safe place where your loved one can thrive and be cared for. I can prepare food, provide...
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Mary Jo M.


Tavares, FL

$13-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Close To My Heart

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature adult with a many years as a professional nutritionist. I am AED, CPR and first aid certified. I hold background/fingerprint clearance from Lake County. I am caring, loving and a Conscientious worker with old school work ethic. I look forward to caring for your loved one.
My experience is limited. I have adhd and found out my first year of college. My teachers and family helped me manage it growing up that I never noticed my disadvantages until college. My older sister has Asperger and I have been trained to work with that.
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Megan C.


Tavares, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Special Education Teacher

I am a retired special education teacher. I have experience with children from preschool through high school. I love being able to address and meet children's needs. I worked with many elementary children in an ASD classroom. I have alot of energy and babysit for my 5 and 7-year-old granddaughters frequently. I welcome the...
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Amy D.


Sorrento, FL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Amy and I have a passion for Special Needs children. It is my desire to obtain a position where I can be in an environment where I can learn more about how to care for children with Special Needs. I completed a class in volunteer tutoring and helped afternoons with Special Needs adults with computer skills,...
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Angelia S.


Sorrento, FL

$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Professional Care-giver

I have worked at a school for children with autism for two and a half years and became a lead staff conducting training in this capacity. I taught in both a private and public school setting for elementary grades, and I taught ESL in South Korea. I love working with children and making a difference in their development and...
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Kolleene S.


Eustis, FL

$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic & Loving Caretaker With EMS Training

For some working with children is a job. For me, it became my passion. There may be challenges to overcome in childcare but with the right attitude working with children is a gift. After spending five years in Emergency Medical Services, I couldn't help go back to doing what I was truly passionate about- working with childen....
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Bonnie T.


Eustis, FL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

At a young age God began showing me that I was meant to care for others. I began college in 1993 with the intent of becoming a Special Education teacher. Due to circumstances I was only able to complete 3 years of college. I have spent a great deal of my life caring for children, the sick and/or elderly. I began private duty...
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Barbara G.


Orlando, FL

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
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Fonteshe G.


Leesburg, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children, children with special needs, as well as senior citizens. I have been in the education system for over 32 years, and have worked with regular education children, as well as children with autism, speech impairments, and behavior needs. I love what I do and would love the opportunity to...
5.0
"Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him...

Jacey S.

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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye! As a mom to a wonderful 19-year-old son, I know firsthand how important it is to find a caregiver who is nurturing, patient, and engaging. My experience in caregiving includes working with children of all abilities, as well as providing companionship to special needs...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance
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5.0
"Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look forward to seeing her and I feel completely comfortable with them in her care. She was willing to learn how to feed...

Tember B.

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Katherine T.


Longwood, FL

$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I live in Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages/ children on spectrum levels. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few years I provided Home Health Care...
5.0
"I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping, shopping, etc.) Awhile ago I blew out my back and was laid up for a short period. The burden of daily chores was...

John K.

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Ashley S.


Apopka, FL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
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Tricia A.


Clermont, FL

$34/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...
5.0
"Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical field. She even cared for my pets when I had to travel. She checks on us regularly, and always goes above and...

Theresa F.

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Kathleen K.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Bring Back The SMILES And Laughter. It's Healing.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Kathleen here! I am here to spread the word. These words are: There are still good people. The world in which we live can be incredibly unpredictable. So instead, lets focus on certainty. You are here looking for a compassionate, faithful and dedicated person to be present with a loved one. To speak up for your loved one. To...
5.0
"Wow! Kathleen is AMAZING! What a wonderful individual. We've had Kathleen watch my 15 year-old son with special needs for about a week now. Unfortunately, we're only here for another week, but hopefully she'll be available to watch him again when we return for...

Chad A.

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James H.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-Time, As-Needed Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is James and I am 26 years old. Prior to moving to Florida I worked at an inclusion daycare with children who had varying levels of sensory processing disorder and other delays. I moved to Florida in August of 2017 and did a College Program for 9 months. I worked at a childcare center for kids of cast members for...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Mount Dora, FL

Fonteshe G.

5.0

Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him navigate his few days on the job....

- Jacey S.

Wendy M.

5.0

Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look forward to seeing her and I feel completely comfortable with them in her care. She was willing to learn how to feed my daughter who is g-tube...

- Tember B.

Katherine T.

5.0

I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping, shopping, etc.) Awhile ago I blew out my back and was laid up for a short period. The burden of daily chores was lifted as I was able to depend on...

- John K.

Tricia A.

5.0

Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical field. She even cared for my pets when I had to travel. She checks on us regularly, and always goes above and beyond. I recommend her most highly.

- Theresa F.

Kathleen K.

5.0

Kathleen was super sweet, we connected right from our first meeting. Kathleen was very responsive and kept in touch during the night we hired her and she was really great with my Mom! I would highly recommend and we'd certainly hire her again!

- Dawn R.

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