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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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Olivia H.


Alva, FL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience (child care & 2 years experience in elderly care). I have 2 years experience with professional behavioral therapy for children and 2 years experience with special needs! I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Mornings and afternoons are open! Evenings and Nights are up for...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Shelly M.


Fort Myers, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Assistant With Devotion

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a senior assistant, I have experience with dementia clients. Also worked and certified as a CCA, caring for and assisting special needs clients. Assisting while teaching personal care and every day living skills. Other abilities include meal prep, medication management, social interaction, appointment transportation and...
Shelly can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shelley became my moms caregiver and friend. My mom loved Shelley and we were so sad when she had to move away. Shelley helped with many needs as a care giver for my mom, she is kind, understanding trustworthy and willing to help do most anything we needed help...

Laurie S.

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Mackenzie A.


Fort Myers, FL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a single mom to Irish twin boys, E (two) and S (one). My youngest is breastfed, so I am seeking a family to assist who is open to allowing me to bring my sons along. We love to play and have fun! I graduated from Cosmetology school in 2012 and hold a valid Cosmetology license. I also graduated from college in 2017 and hold...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Mackenzie to babysit my kids and she's great. My boys had a good time drawing, reading and playing with her. She is very punctual and very attentive. I will definitely hire her again."

Angela H.

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Venessa M.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$10-15/hr6 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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Susan K.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years of experience taking care of children. I am a mother of three children, ages 26, 23, and 21. I have a degree in Elementary Education and taught for three years. Also, I was a Teacher's Assistant in Religious Education. As an assistant, I would help the children with special needs. I was an Assistant...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She helped me watch my twin 2 year olds when we needed a back up nanny. She was great with them, and very attentive. I highly recommend her!"

Alisa R.

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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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Sophia J.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Child care

I have many years of experience caring for children and adults, I have 4 adult children of my own and 5 grandchildren, I raise a special need child of my own and help taking care of my nephew who's artistic so I'm very experienced and I'm a medical assistant and CHHA/ HHA certified by the state of New York.
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Linda H.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$20/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...
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Kelly F.


Fort Myers, FL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of kids and adults with special needs. Through my experiences in volunteer work, employment, and education, I have acquired many skills that make me stand out as a caregiver. Some of these skills include patience, strong communication and interpersonal skills and...
Kelly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Venessa M.


Lehigh Acres, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Pre-School Teacher With 10 Years Experience .Available Up To 3 1/2 Days A Week, Plus 1 Date Night A Month

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children. Caring for, and helping them learn has been a passion for as long as I can remember. I became certified as a preschool teacher in 1994, working for a large preschool named Bright Beginnings for 6 years. After leaving there, I took the knowledge I gained from working with large structured classes to start my own...
Venessa can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a dedicated, caring, and nurturing childcare provider with a genuine passion for fostering children's growth and development. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a warm and welcoming environment for children of all ages. I have two years of experience caring for children of various ages and understand the importance of...
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Rosa W.


Fort Myers, FL

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Learn A Little More About Rosa

I'd describe my personality as funny, flexible, and caring. I like working with kids because they are vibrant and help me take life less seriously so that I can remember to always enjoy myself in every moment. I'm looking for a job that I can help my community in any manner. I am also looking to do amazing work to where...
Rosa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Alva, FL

Shelly M.

5.0

I broke both of my arms in late January 2024. I hired Shelly in February and have kept her ever since. She does a great job and has a can do attitude. Love her!

- Rebecca W.

Mackenzie A.

5.0

I hired Mackenzie to babysit my kids and she's great. My boys had a good time drawing, reading and playing with her. She is very punctual and very attentive. I will definitely hire her again.

- Angela H.

Venessa M.

3.0

Does take a lot of time off for personal interests.

- Brenda C.

Susan K.

5.0

She helped me watch my twin 2 year olds when we needed a back up nanny. She was great with them, and very attentive. I highly recommend her!

- Alisa R.

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