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Enya T.


Archer, FL

$13-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

CNA Certified In First Aide/BLS And CPR, Experienced In Helping Special Needs Kids And The Elderly.

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I am certified as a CNA, and am qualified in First Aide/Basic Life Support and CPR. I have worked in a nursing home and gained experience dealing with a variety of elderly patients. I acted as an assistant to an occupational therapist in holding "social groups" with special needs kids to teach them life skills in a fun setting....
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Enya T.


Archer, FL

$13-15/hr

Full Time Caregiver Available

I greatly enjoy helping kids learn and grow in a safe and fun way. I have previously helped direct "social groups" in which I aided therapists in teaching special needs kids social and general life skills in a fun and engaging way. I am certified as a CNA and EMR, and k am vertified in CPR and First Aide/Basic Life a support. I...
Enya can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Harper S.


Gainesville, FL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have been caring for kids for almost 10 years, my family is a foster family so I have had plenty of experience. I also have babysat for other families some who have kids with special needs or medical conditions that require extra care. I am CPR & First aid certified, fingerprinted and background screened due to working with...
Harper can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Harper was very professional and interacted well with my child! I've used her multiple times for date nights! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, and friendly sitter. "

Robert S.

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Cindy M.


Gainesville, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

International Experience Nanny , Babysitter , And Domestic Helper

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

greetings to all Parents out there. I just move here in gainesville. my name is Cindy I'm originally from the Philippines. I have lots of experience taking care of infants, toddlers, and young kids with or without special needs. And also I can do some house chores too. I am a very independent nanny with caution, especially for...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

4.0
"Cindy has been the full time sitter of my son for an entire year- from May 2020 to May 2021. She has been extremely great with my son- almost like a second mom while I was out working. She played with him, cooked for him, cleaned our house. She was extremely...

Andrea D.

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Megann B.


Gainesville, FL

$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Loving, Organized, Patient, Kind, And Creative

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My Name is Megann and I am a graduate from the Univeristy of Florida with a Bachelors degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences. I have experience caring for multiple children, including those with various special needs. I am looking for something consistent where I can apply what I have learned throughout school...
Megann can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Megann is wonderful and our kids quickly became completely obsessed with her. When she wasn't introducing them to painting, games or crafts inside, she was playing basketball, riding scooters, or taking them for walks outside. If you're looking for someone...

Evan G.

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Harper S.


Gainesville, FL

$13-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have cared for medically complex children and adults for the past 6 years and have an extensive resume to back up all of my experience along with references for the care.
5.0
"Harper was wonderful. She worked for me for 4 years caring for my special needs foster kids and was wonderful with all of them. They had a bunch of different complex needs and she was always willing to accommodate and help every single child that came through our...

Cristina R.

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Maeve H.


Gainesville, FL

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I began babysitting for my family and friends at a very young age. In school I took an early childhood class and many of my assignments involved working with children outside of the classroom. I also spent a year working with the special needs children that attended my school. I am very active and adventurous, and I am fluent in...
Maeve can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Due to work schedule changes, I needed help during very specific hours and Maeve was punctual, reliable and very helpful. She's self-motivated, too, so she always seemed to find more ways to be helpful."

Joanne K.

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Megann B.


Gainesville, FL

$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Megann. I am currently going into my Junior year at UF. I have a daily afternoon nanny job but am looking for a family who needs help with school drop offs! I am vaccinated and have experience with kids of all ages, including special needs. I also drive a reliable car and live just north of campus near 34th and...
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Cindy M.


Gainesville, FL

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

I Take Care Once ( Blackfan Diamond Anemia )

hello I have experience taking caring of a little girl who has blackfan diamond anemia. she was 8 months that time I was with them for fully time all around nanny means I do also a house chores and she had also a little sister. I've been with them almost 4yrs. she very picky on the food and need more patients for everything its...
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Isabel M.


Gainesville, FL

$12-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for about 5 years, and have nannied and babysat long term as well. I have a perfect driving record and can also cook and clean. I love working with kids of all ages, and am experienced with special needs and infant care. I speak a good bit of Spanish and can play multiple instruments. I am also...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kaitlin C.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced In All Ages

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! My name is Kaity! Since about 2014 I have worked in a labor and delivery unit at a hospital where I helped with taking care of infants, breastfeeding and any other needs mom or baby might have. I have around 15 years total experience from newborns to 16-year-olds. I have two years of experience with special needs children...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jade D.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Best Friend Fun Sitter With A Big Smile

Hi! I'm 25 years old & I started babysitting when I was 13. In 7th grade I became a volunteer in my school for the special needs sports league, after HS I became a Certified Coach for NJ Special Olympics. I was also a life guard every summer throughout high school & up until I moved to Florida. In 2018 I moved to FL & attended...
Jade can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Elizabeth R.


Newberry, FL

$13-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Baby-sitter/Nanny Available

I have years of experience with kids and I love kids. I have two sisters, 23 and 15, my youngest sister is special-needs, she is Autistic, so I do have experience working with special needs kids. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and I have babysat from a range of different ages. I've babysat for groups of kids. After...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Makayla M.


Williston, FL

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny/personal Assistant

Hello! My name is makayla. I am 20 years old and I am a new mother of a 2-month-old precious baby boy. I am experienced in taking care of children from newborn up to 10 years old. I am also experienced in taking care of my specials needs brother (autistic). If it seems fit I can bring my 2-month-old with me to be your child's...
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Diana Q.


Newberry, FL

$18-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have experience with toddlers and kids with specials needs, I can help with some light housekeeping duties and preparing meal for the kid.
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Sarah V.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

How Can I Help You?

I have worked with special needs children in the Schools and Daycare Centers. Also, have a nephew with Autism. So, I understand how hard it can be for the families. I am very friendly and love to laugh and see others laughing. Thank you and Please consider me!
I am a UF student that is hoping to graduate and pursue her future career as a children's therapist. However, I'm currently taking a gap year and have moved back home to Ocala. I love working with kids and am always eager to enhance my experience with children of all ages and personalities. Although I haven't cared for a special...
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Christina B.


Gainesville, FL

$13/hr

Adding A Little More Love Everyday.

Hello! My name is Christina. I am 30-years-old, and I have a 10-year-old son who is autistic and has ADHD. I am very passionate about caring for children with special needs and I can absolutely handle children with behaviors and SIBs. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient, and creative. I like working with kids...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Melissa W.


Williston, FL

$30-42/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature, Caring, Experienced LPN Looking To Work!

I am an LPN with 15+ yrs experience and have worked in multiple fields of nursing. I have worked in skilled nursing/rehab facilities taking care of senior patients with many different illnesses. I have worked in elementary school clinics taking care of preschoolers through 5th grade students. Another avenue I have worked with...
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Isabel M.


Gainesville, FL

$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Behavioral Paraprofessional

I am a behavioral paraprofessional at a local school with a passion for special needs children! I am currently training for my Registered Behavior Technician certification and have been working with child for about 4 years. I have extensive knowledge and experience with ADHD and autism spectrum kiddos! I am extremely flexible...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Archer, FL

Harper S.

5.0

Harper was very professional and interacted well with my child! I've used her multiple times for date nights! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, and friendly sitter.

- Robert S.

Cindy M.

5.0

Cindy truly has been an asset to our family, and a member of our family, as our nanny. She has been caring for our child since infancy (and our dog!) and has provided wonderful care for both. She has even taught our child some sign language which has left us in awe. She is leaving us due to her...

- Care member

Megann B.

5.0

Megann is wonderful and our kids quickly became completely obsessed with her. When she wasn't introducing them to painting, games or crafts inside, she was playing basketball, riding scooters, or taking them for walks outside. If you're looking for someone trustworthy to care for your kids, we...

- Evan G.

Harper S.

5.0

Harper was wonderful. She worked for me for 4 years caring for my special needs foster kids and was wonderful with all of them. They had a bunch of different complex needs and she was always willing to accommodate and help every single child that came through our house! Would highly recommend her...

- Cristina R.

Maeve H.

5.0

Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the boys and kept them engaged. She also helped with light housekeeping around the house.

- Bonnie M.

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