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Audra F.


Winter Haven, FL

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Outgoing, Mature, Christian Caregiver

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I am a wife and mom of 4. I have experience in pediatric special needs care (trach care, feeding tube, heart monitor, oxygen, etc) I have held paid positions in elderly care as well as caring for my own parents before they passed away. I have worked as a pharmacy technician and am comfortable with medication prep. I am looking...
Audra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Spencer H.


Eagle Lake, FL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi, I'm Spencer! Need a night out? A break from the kids? Or maybe there's just too much to get done and no one to watch the little ones? That's what I'm here for. I've helped care for kids my entire life. It makes me happy to know that there are kids getting the time and care they need! I have experience taking care of...
Spencer can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have extensive experience with child care and special needs and am compassionate, patient, and eager to help as much as possible!
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Alexus R.


Winter Haven, FL

$13/hr1 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I'm Alexus! I'm 18 and i'm from Winter Haven FL. I've worked with many kids with ages ranging from 6mo-12yrs+. I've also had much experience with special needs and i'm currently working in a group home as needed caring for those with special needs. This all started when I started to babysit my own siblings. Eventually my...
Alexus can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Christine C.


Winter Haven, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Professional PT- FT Care Giver Available Various Work Hours

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the health care fields over 20 years in various roles. Worked in Private care & facility care. I have also worked front & back office & as Dr Tech. I am comfortable working wit, Alzheimer's Dementia & special needs. I Also work with developmentally disabled & hospice for a number of years. I am currently a Med...
Christine can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

I recently was hired to teach in Polk County. I was a paraprofessional in a kindergarten thrpugh second grade Autism unit for two years. I have learned a lot about Autism. I enjoy working with the boys in our class. I love to hear them laugh and how they make me laugh. I enjoy how they show unconditional love.
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Kenisha M.


Lakeland, FL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Most of my experience caring for special needs children comes from my externship training at LVIM. But I do have other relevant experience in working with the mentally disabled in several day cares and assisted living facilities that I volunteer at.
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Lydia D.


Lakeland, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Caring

I am currently an elementary teacher in Charlotte-Mecklenburg county. I love watching kids learn and explore. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and I have 6 years experience as a certified teacher. I have experience with children all the way from newborn to 13 years as well as children with special needs. Safety and...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

30 years of experience with childcare. Experience with deaf and autistic children. working with autism children I realize many of them do not like to speak, they prefer to sign, so I am fluent in sign language.
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Kynecia M.


Winter Haven, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi . My name is Kynecia I'm a 18-year-old entrepreneur who is experienced with autism and caregiving. I have my own transportation & I'm open to helping you with anything you need
Hi y'all my name is Caitlyn! I'm a freshman at Southeastern University, and i'm studying missional leadership. The reason I'm applying to be a babysitter is to help out the parents with loving on their kids just as Jesus would. I'd describe my personality as joyful, fun, and outgoing! I like working with kids because I have a...
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Heather H.


Lake Alfred, FL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Mom Of 7 Yr Old

I have 8 years of healthcare experience. I have previously worked in nursing homes, home health and Lakeland Regional. I have a 7 yr old daughter that I homeschool who is with me 24/7. I have experience with special needs kiddos; autism, adhd, anxiety, speech delays, non-verbal, learning disability and down syndrome. If you...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brittni L.


Lakeland, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a registered nurse with adult and pediatric hematology/oncology experience. I have taken care of individuals with autism, down syndrome, dementia, Alzheimer's, gross and motor delays, CP, ADHD, CF, etc. I also have experience taking care of people with medical devices, such PEG tubes, feeding tubes/pumps, insulin...
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Madalynne A.


Lakeland, FL

$18/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

Hi! My name is Maddy and I am in my junior year at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida. I am currently pursuing a degree in graphic design! I am originally from Alabama, but moved to Lakeland two years ago for school! I have been a nanny since I was in high school, and have had the opportunity to work for several...
Madalynne can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jessica S.


Winter Haven, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jessica. I am currently a nanny for a 1. 5-year-old in Lakeland whose parents work from home. I live in Winter Haven. I have been with my current nanny position since he was 3 months old and he is recently going to be graduating into daycare as he would love to be around other kids. I'm looking for something to...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katherine, I am 21, and have been babysitting since I was 14. I have also nannied several families (with several kiddos!). I have watched children as young as newborns up to teenagers. I also have experience with children with special needs, and who are non-verbal/use AAC devices. I am pursuing a degree in...
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Emilliana K.


Lakeland, FL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

I am a caregiver with compassion and caregiving skills that is ready to assist people with special needs live a better life. I have over six years of hands-on experience as a caregiver to a family member with special needs. I'm well versed in designing and implementing activities to keep someone with special needs engaged. I'm...
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Katie F.


Lakeland, FL

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Hello Parents!

I'm currently an English teacher looking for some part time babysitting on the side. I love children and have experience teaching special needs preschoolers. I can provide cooking, cleaning, and tutoring if needed! I speak Spanish and also coach cheerleading! I'm certified in CPR, sports safety, and I have a bachelors degree in...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Katherine W.


Lakeland, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Paramedic To The Rescue

Retired paramedic who still wants to help people. I have over 25 years of field experience. I'm very comfortable working with people of all ages and abilities. Very patient and flexible working with people in different situations. Knowledgeable of different medical conditions and willing to learn more in order to best help...
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Ashley C.


Lakeland, FL

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I'm Ashley. I am a caregiver at heart since I was a child I could say. I have many different experiences with care-giving. Children, senior, teenagers and adults I have been a care giver for seniors in my family and also outside family even as a caregiver from comfort keepers, I have many things I know how to do like...

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