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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cantonment, FL

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Cantonment, FL

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Elissa O.


Cantonment, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with six years of experience, I have had the pleasure of positively impacting the lives of children of all ages. My calm and friendly nature puts children at ease, and I have a knack for creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. I believe in open and honest...
Elissa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved Elissa coming over and she did a great job communicating with me quickly after booking to arrange a pre-meet, while at my house, and after when I had a question after she left. My little ones are so excited for her to come back again. "

Care member

I am currently working at a daycare center, I take care of four infants everyday part time! I have a lot of cousins and friends children that I also babysit occasionally so I have experience with all different ages! I also have an autistic brother that I have been taking care of so I also have experience with special needs...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Abigail M.


Cantonment, FL

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

About Me

Hello! My name is Abigail, and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 15, and I have babysat for several families with many kiddos! I have experience with a variety of different ages. I also have experience with children with special needs. I recently graduated college with a degree in marine engineering; while...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hiawatha P.


Pensacola, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I've been caring for children as a babysitter . Yet I have over 25 years experience in caring for children. I've been married for 13 years. I'm offering date night childcare services. Do you want to get away for the weekend, an even a week? I can help. I can also provide companion care for a senior. Help with light cleaning,...
Hiawatha can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I used Hiawatha for 2 years when I lived in New Jersey. We would drop our 2 yr old off at her home while my husband and I worked. My son loved staying at her house because they would always do fun activities. I appreciated her providing not only a safe environment...

Jasmine E.

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Angie D.


Pensacola, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of varied experience Childcare. I recently left my job as a remote executive assistant. I have extensive experience in pet care. I am experienced with special needs fur kids & giving medications. I have vast experience with children of all ages. I have taken care of multiple children daily. I am available to...
Angie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is really good with my children. She did an amazing job watching them and keeping safe but also had lots of fun with them. She kept them on their schedule, as I do. I would hire her back in a heartbeat. "

Care member

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Sophia S.


Pensacola, FL

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hello! I'm a senior at the University of West Florida studying biomedical sciences. I'm seeking a caregiving role that's ideally 1-4 days a week. My goal is to make a positive impact in the lives of children while pursuing my academic aspirations in medical school. My experience in caregiving extends 7 years from coaching youth...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She attentive and engaged with my children, consistently dedicating time to explore new activities and learning techniques to improve their skills. I would definitely hire her again."

Care member

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Sarah C.


Pensacola, FL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Sarah! I am freshly graduated from The University of Alabama, with my BS in Human Development and Family Studies, and moving to Pensacola! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. During my sophomore year of college, I worked full-time in a self-contained special needs classroom while also managing a...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I have known Sarah for about 13 years. Almost 12 of those years, we were neighbors. She has baby-sat for me on occasion and has always been so sweet, dependable, interactive, fun and trustworthy. "

Heather S.

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Morgan B.


Pensacola, FL

$18-32/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for kids for as long as I can remember. I started working in a daycare when I was 17 and I knew it was my calling ever since. I am currently enrolled at UWF and am working towards my elementary education degree. I have a passion for music, and love to do arts and crafts with kids! I have no problems helping...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan has been great to our family. We've only been working with her for a short amount of time, but to say we are grateful for her is an understatement. She is reliable. She communicates. My kids have quickly become comfortable with her and she is so great with...

Madison O.

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Gail M.


Pensacola, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 plus years of experience in an in-home health care and experience in a rehabilitation with special needs. I love working with people and am very motivated. I enjoy helping people meet their goals, and activities of daily living and just being a companion and friend
Gail can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services
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Rebecca F.


Milton, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Oldest Of 5!

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am the oldest of 5 children and have been babysitting for other families since I was 12. I used to help with an animal rescue, so I am comfortable around all mammals. I work as a preschool teacher (2yr old class) and I am CPR/BLS certified. I...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Age 55, I have 8 kids (4 with special needs), 2 Bachelor Degress: Psychology and Social Work, coached Gymnastics over 30 years and been teaching children horseback riding with special needs for the last 10 years. **I can work OVERNIGHT **Will send Resume and Referrals if requested
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Julia P.


Pensacola, FL

$13-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Helper With School-teaching Experience

I worked as an ESE teacher temporarily and would like to develop more experience in this area of child development.
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Mable H.


Pensacola, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have 5 of my own and one has special needs. I have experience in elderly, children and persons with disabilities CPR certified and trained how to use Aid if needed I am medication certified also
Mable can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mable H.


Pensacola, FL

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care And Assistance As Needed

Hello I am a mother of 5 one being disabled and I also have been working with people with disabilities and elderly with disabilities for about 14yrs now I enjoy what I do on a daily basis I am also CPR certified and medication certified and trained on how to use Aid. As I was saying my son has autism he is a twin he have his...
Age 55, I have 8 kids (4 with special needs), 2 Bachelor Degress: Psychology and Social Work, coached Gymnastics over 30 years and been teaching children horseback riding with special needs for the last 10 years **I can work OVERNIGHT **Will send Resume and Referrals if requested
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Merike J.


Pensacola, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny Who Has Experience W/ Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a christian, military wife and mom of 2 boys who are now young adults! I have worked in daycare/pre-school settings and private nannied off and on for 14+years. I have also worked in our various church nurseries since my boys were babies and I've been certified through Florida Department of Children and Families. Our...
Merike can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sara M.


Milton, FL

$25/hr15 yrs exp

My name is Celeste, and I have a deep passion for nurturing children and supporting their development. Growing up in a family where my mother owned a daycare instilled in me a love for childcare from an early age. As a dedicated nanny with 15 years of experience, I've had the pleasure of working with children ranging from...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kathryn I.


Pensacola, FL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

I am a PhD with have 40 years experience as a licensed, certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). I have many years of experience assisting students who have communication disorders, learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and reading/writing difficulties. I am comfortable working with special needs children.
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Morgan B.


Pensacola, FL

$15-20/hr

Caring, Patient College Student Available For Assistance

I am currently in the ESE program at UWF. I have experience working with students with special needs from my time working in a preschool. I have also learned very much about these students and how best to assist them during my studies.
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Vivian M.


Milton, FL

$13-28/hr10 yrs exp

Do Many Things

I'm a housekeeper, nanny, Certified CNA, Homehealth, I have my CPR/AED CERTIFICATION, I'm a mother of 4 adult children all raised in a Christian home, one beautiful granddaughter a year old, I'm a minister, ordained missionary and Evangelist! I love the Lord with (all) of my heart and being! I'll give you 110% and then some of...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cantonment, FL

Elissa O.

5.0

My kids loved Elissa coming over and she did a great job communicating with me quickly after booking to arrange a pre-meet, while at my house, and after when I had a question after she left. My little ones are so excited for her to come back again.

- Care member

Hiawatha P.

5.0

I used Hiawatha for 2 years when I lived in New Jersey. We would drop our 2 yr old off at her home while my husband and I worked. My son loved staying at her house because they would always do fun activities. I appreciated her providing not only a safe environment but an educational one as well....

- Jasmine E.

Angie D.

5.0

She is really good with my children. She did an amazing job watching them and keeping safe but also had lots of fun with them. She kept them on their schedule, as I do. I would hire her back in a heartbeat.

- Care member

Sophia S.

5.0

She attentive and engaged with my children, consistently dedicating time to explore new activities and learning techniques to improve their skills. I would definitely hire her again.

- Care member

Sarah C.

5.0

I have known Sarah for about 13 years. Almost 12 of those years, we were neighbors. She has baby-sat for me on occasion and has always been so sweet, dependable, interactive, fun and trustworthy.

- Heather S.

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