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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Apopka, FL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Apopka, FL

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Tasha M.


Orlando, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Care

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Christina C.


Longwood, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Caring Nanny, Babysitter & Tutor

Hi! I am a reliable and patient person with more than 15 years of experience in caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I have about 4 years experience as a nanny, and I have a lot of experience in tutoring children in my care. I have a Masters in Education, so if your children need help in school I am qualified to...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christina is a warm, loving, and fun babysitter. She has watched our children for years, since they were infants, and all three of my children love her. She is extremely professional and dependable, and a pleasure to be around. I have always felt completely...

Stephanie V.

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Trinity C.


Zellwood, FL

$15-16/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Trinity and I am 22 years old. I have been working with children for the past 9 years but professionally babysitting for 7 years. I also have childcare experience working as a Site Director at a before and after school program at an elementary school as well as a daycare teacher! I have experience working...
Trinity can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"When it comes to caring for kids, Trinity is amazing at it. She’s very loving, responsible, trustworthy, patient, etc.. Not only that but the kids love her! I don’t have any kids of my own but I’ve witnessed it first hand how she handles kids and it’s honestly...

Care member

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Kathleen K.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$17-25/hr3 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
"Kathleen did an amazing job in helping me. She was punctual, effective with all communications, and can be trusted with the highest levels of confidence to care for anyone's needs. I highly recommend Kathleen in all areas of care, and I know that anyone will be...

Andrew S.

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Barbara G.


Orlando, FL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I previously taught high school in the UK before relocating to the US in 2003. since being in the US I have gained several years experience and training in the child care and caring industry. Including a diploma in early childhood education CDA certification in child care, 45 hours children and family training. I have also been...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Barbara provided the best care to our 3 month old son. She was very attentive, nurturing, and caring. She learned his cues very quickly. She read books to him, sung nursery rhymes, and did tummy time with him. We would even go for a daily walk. Our son adapted...

Daveta H.

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Elizabeth A.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Army Wife Seeking Baby Sitting Jobs

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

If you need an experienced caregiver, I'm you're girl! I've undergone the Red Cross Babysitting program, and I love working with kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples, newborns, and special needs. For the last 3 years, I worked for a family adventure cruise in Panama City Fl. I grew up closely with cousins who...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Elizabeth was wonderful with our 15-month old son (and our German Shepherd)! She showed up on time, asked all the right questions and made us feel incredibly comfortable leaving our son for the first time with a babysitter. I could not have been happier with her!"

Brittany M.

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James H.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 51 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm James! I became "babysitter certified" and certified in CPR/First Aid when I was 11 years old, and I have been babysitting ever since. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborn to 18 years old, and up to 7 children at a time of varying ages. I have experience with twins/multiples and varying special needs. I...
James can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Best babysitter ever! Would love to hire again!"

Sarah S.

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Kailyn G.


Mount Dora, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailyn. I have been babysitting children for over 12 years, and previously ran my own childcare business through college. I am now 25 years old, graduated from college, and working in the professional world! I am looking to return to my love for children to help with first time homeowner expenses! I am...
Kailyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"we highly recommend Kailyn . She is very punctual , dependable and super nice! if you are looking for a sitter look no further, she is the best!"

Imane E.

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Katherine T.


Longwood, FL

$27-50/hr10 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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Sarah W.


Orlando, FL

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Providing care is my way of contributing to society. I have over 15 years of experience caring for the elderly and those with special needs. I love working with seniors, as it gives me an opportunity to help and provide exceptional services to meet their needs.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Candace L.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Not Just A Job!!!

I have been through first hand experience of loving a senior and seeing them become a different person, all because of an illness that has plagued them. Life is not fair, but through love we can get through it. I believe we can love people back to life! I had a grandmother, whom I was super close with, develop dementia and then...
Candace can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
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Angie S.


Longwood, FL

$16-17/hr10 yrs exp

Grandma Nanny

Hello! I'm a mother of 5 grown children. My last one is in high school graduating in May and headed to college to play softball on a scholarship. I have over 20 years experience with children with special needs and medical issues. My 20 daughter has Down syndrome. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands if needed.
Angie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Nakohl P.


Orlando, FL

$16-22/hr2 yrs exp

In CNA school but a majority of my professional jobs have been dietary aides, retirement communities, special needs and with the elderly. ADL and companionship. Currently I work with special needs while transitioning back into work with the elderly.
Nakohl can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance
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Donna P.


Ocoee, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter , I Love Love Love Kids !

I am a responsible and experienced babysitter looking to share my enthusiasm and creativity for a family seeking help with daily and nightly activities and any childcare needs. I have worked with special needs & I volunteer at my church's VBS every year. My hobbies are: reading, volunteer work and going to the beach! I'm also...
Donna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Astrid E.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Astrid E.

I am a lady who has 25 yrs. Exp. In : Nanny, Special Needs, Elderly care and Housekeeper. I do cause I like to help people. I do have references.
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Gabriella M.


Longwood, FL

$15-23/hr3 yrs exp

Ready To Serve

I am a talented young professional who has experience providing personal care to adults and children with disabilities. I have served as an overnight camp counselor for Easterseals' Camp Challenge where we provided companionship, summer camp memories, and personal care to people ranging from age 5 to 65 with varying...
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Kali B.


Ocoee, FL

$17-20/hr

Respite Caregiver

Hello! My name is River. I'm 24 years old and I am a student at Ball State University working towards my bachelor's. I am looking for part time work to supplement my income. I have experience working with adults with special needs and developmental delays. I'm CPR/First aid certified. I believe I would be a good fit for anyone...
Kali can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care
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Erica D.


Mount Dora, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Knowledgeable Special Needs Care Giver

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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Liyeska D.


Ocoee, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Liyeska, I am 51 years old, I am a graduate of special education with a specialization in early childhood education, I have 26 years of experience in the field of education, I am retired in Venezuela. I arrived in this country 2 years ago and I would like to resume my activities. I began my career as an elementary...
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Carla W.


Orlando, FL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

My passion is working with adults developmental disabilities. . I have 18year of experience caring for adults and children with special needs. I also provide door to door Transportation Services to and from school or work. I enjoy taking them out to see world and enjoying life. .Senior care available.
Carla can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, personal care & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Apopka, FL

Christina C.

5.0

Christina is a warm, loving, and fun babysitter. She has watched our children for years, since they were infants, and all three of my children love her. She is extremely professional and dependable, and a pleasure to be around. I have always felt completely comfortable leaving my children with her....

- Stephanie V.

Trinity C.

5.0

Trinity is phenomenal! I wish we had met her after we had our first child because we would’ve hired her to be our full time nanny. She has extreme patience with our children, shows that she cares and is very responsible. Our boys absolutely love her!!

- Care member

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.

Barbara G.

5.0

I am incredibly grateful for Mrs. Barbara coming into our lives. Her consistent reliability brought me such relief knowing my children were taken care of by someone who genuinely cares about her profession. Beyond being professional and communicative, Mrs. Barbara was flexible and understanding. We...

- Care member

Elizabeth A.

5.0

Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!

- Erica D.

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Ratings for Apopka, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Apopka, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.