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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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Alexa V.


Mount Dora, FL

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

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A pleasure that you arrived here, first of all you should know that I had the preparation for the year 2023 in the Florida department of family and children, managing to obtain certificates for hours completed for 08/13/2023. I worked for a while as a teacher and assistant in a private school dedicated to the education and care...
Alexa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Alanna G.


Orlando, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lani. I am a performer at universal Orlando and a parade performer at seaworld on Sesame Street. I've been babysitting for a little over 10 years. I've done everything from driving around to after school activities, to babysitting children with special needs, and traveling with families to care for children. I...
Alanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
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Elethia D.


Orlando, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I've been blessed to be a part of a care giving team for the past 15(15) years, enthusiastically taking care of the elderly with various ailments a long with young adults with special needs which includes my now adult daughter. Compassion and patience are two of the main attributes that I've always put forth while caring for...
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Nakohl P.


Orlando, FL

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Nakohl I am college student/CNA. I was a nanny for special needs child (3+ years of being her nanny in my home) and 8 years of professional nanny experience. I also have 12 siblings, with me being the second oldest. Which means I have skills such as organization, meal prepping, homework assistance, infant care...
Nakohl can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Kazmar C.


Ocoee, FL

$45/hr9 yrs exp

Masters-level Educator With A Passion To Support Those Who Meed It Most

I'd describe my personality as jovial, simple, easy going I like caring for people with special needs because I understand the importance of needing support. It takes a village! I'm looking for a job that fits my schedule and is fulfilling I started caring for people with special needs when I realized that the population...
I'd describe my personality as easy going and down to earth. I like caring for people with special needs because their happiness brings joy to my heart. I had a child with special needs but I lost him. Am very passionate about what I do. I'm looking for a job to provide additional income I started caring for people with...
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Kali B.


Ocoee, FL

$13-15/hr

Fun, Caring, And Passionate Special Needs Nanny

I am a college student and I will eventually be going to school to teach secondary special education. I have worked with teens with special needs and I'm very passionate about advocating for them.
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Jessica M.


Orlando, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Energetic Dynamic Educator

Greetings, I have 20 plus years of experience in Early education with a focus of early assessments for children who have unique abilities. I as a child had dyslexia and ADHD, made for excellent learning opportunities to gain insight on different people's perspectives and how they view and proceed through the world. Excited to...
Dedicated Special Needs Caregiver with extensive experience in Central Florida Area & South Florida providing personalized care to 10+ individuals with diverse disabilities. Successfully developed and implemented individualized care plans, boosting client satisfaction by 25%. Proven ability to coordinate with healthcare...
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Collette R.


Ocoee, FL

$13-18/hr

Happy And Helpful

Moved to Orlando from New Jersey in 2000. I have worked for 20 years and decided not to return after covid. I drive for Uber occasionally and take many patients to and from Dr appointments, we have great conversation and time together. I help them with their walkers, ect. Getting in and out of the vehicle. I have a special needs...
Collette can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
I focus on preserving dignity, comfort, and quality of life while creating a positive, supportive environment for both clients and their families. Reliable, patient, and committed to personalized care tailored to each individual's needs.
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Ruth C.


Orlando, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/ Educator

I am a Certified Nurse Assistant and Educator. I have worked with school-aged children, adults, seniors, and persons with chronic illness and/or disabilities. The name of my company is "A Better Life Services" because it is my goal to enrich the lives of my clients and their families. We collaborate together to create a care...
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Lanny B.


Ocoee, FL

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

I am experienced with with working with autistic individuals and also a HHA. I have my own transport, open to light housekeeping and I can cook.
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Judy G.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello let me introduce myself my name is Judy and I have been doing companionship care giving, memory care patients, assistance living care patients for more than 15years, I am fully covid vaccinated. I truly enjoy helping people with special needs, assistance needs they may required. Giving medications needed, bathing and...
Judy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Brittany N.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$13-15/hr8 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Opportunities Outside The Classroom

I have extensive experience as a teacher in the field of education supporting age ranges from preschool to high school, primarily focused on students with disabilities. I'm currently looking to step out of the classroom in pursuit of better work-life balance, and I hope to find opportunities to serve my community in a new...
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Nakohl P.


Orlando, FL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I myself have speech delays (rapid speech and stuttering but know the coping strategies to deal with it). I come from a family where my brothers have ADHD and Autism. I know all autism is not the same but I've learned different ways to help and make them feel comfortable. I thoroughly feel that bonding with those you care for is...
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Sharon S.


Mount Dora, FL

$16-21/hr1 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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Greg K.


Ocoee, FL

$18-50/hr15 yrs exp

Professional Responsible, And Dependable HHA/CNA

Hi my name is Greg, I'm a HHA/CNA and I've been taking care of people for 10+ years. In those years I've worked with people with special needs, in an assisted living facility and now I'm working in hospice care. I am a patient and caring person and take my time working with my patients. Some of the skills I have learned and done...
Greg can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Yanique D.


Ocoee, FL

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hey guys! My name is Yanique and I graduated from The Ohio State University. I moved from Ohio To Davenport. I run track and field as one of my profession and on the other hand I'm passionate about becoming an kindergarten teacher in the nearby future. Some of my greatest strengths are that I'm very energetic and patient. I...
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Charlene R.


Orlando, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA,med Tech, Restorative Aide

Over 30 years experience in the medical field CNA, 7 years medication tech, restorative aide 10 years over 15 years experience with art's and crafts with children and adults over 10 years experience in group homes and assisted living. over 10 years of companion care experience.

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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.