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Find special needs caregivers in Dunnellon, FL that you’ll love

45 special needs caregivers are listed in Dunnellon, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Dunnellon, FL

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Jessie H.


Dunnellon, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For You

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jessica and I have about 20 years of experience in caring for those with special needs in their homes and in group home settings, as well as in a school setting. I am experienced in almost all areas of care and enjoy bringing a smile to other's faces.
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Yukako W.


Dunnellon, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

I Worked At Daycare, After School For Special Needs In Japan, And I Was Au Pair In The US.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

- experiences with twin babies, newborns, and more - speak Japanese and English I'd describe my personality as patient, passionate and hardworking. I like working with kids because I love sharing happiness that they try something new and figure it out. I'm looking for a job that is full-time either part-time. I have...
Yukako can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great care and engagement with our child! Reliable, trustworthy, and friendly."

Karen C.

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Twyla R.


Dunnellon, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Open Availability

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a mother of 3 grown children who also raised her step daughter. I have more than 30 yrs of experience with children, have cared for multiples, sick children, & children with special needs. I previously had my own licensed home daycare on a military base, am a former substitute teacher, & have many references I can...
Twyla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Twla is a very caring, conscientious, thorough and organized worker."

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Ellen B.


Dunnellon, FL

$14-20/hr7 yrs exp

Care

Hi! I have a 19 yo son with autism. In Feb 2023 I started working for a family that I truly adore the children and parents. Ages 5, 7, 11, 17, and 18 all with disabilities. T and T from 1-5. I'm not willing to leave but I need more hours/day. I babysit and do housekeeping (dishes, laundry, bedding, refrigerator organization,...
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Tara S.


Dunnellon, FL

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

Tara L. S.

Attentive, alert and amiable hardworking caregiver available for work. I've spent the last 5 years working for an Adventist doctor with Ischemia and his adult D. S. Autistic daughter. I love what I do and am an addition to any situation. I also practice wellness and am an insured certified yoga teacher. Incredible chef and cook...
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Suzette S.


Dunnellon, FL

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver

I'm a compassionate and caring caregiver with 10+ years experience in the health care field. Assisting individuals to complete activities of daily living; personal care and hygiene, medication reminders, shopping, light meal preparation, errands and doctor visits or other appointments. Support and encouragement to participate in...
I'd describe my personality as caring, protective and patient. I like working with kids because, I just became a empty nester and all grandchildren started school, so won't be around as often. I'm looking for a job that has no drama and to be able to work from my home I started working with kids when I was 10 years old....
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Emma H.


Dunnellon, FL

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Well Rounded And Fun

Hi My Name is Emma and I truly love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy, potential, and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn so much from them, especially how to enjoy the simple things in life all while getting to know them and their individual personalities. I...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Julie B.


Dunnellon, FL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Former Homeschool Mom

I am the mother of two grown children, one of whom has special needs. I homeschooled both of my children as well as taught other children in our homeschool group and church. I have a degree in engineering, but chose to stay home once we had children.
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Aucione D.


Dunnellon, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I am a certified nursing assistant with over 25 years of dedicated full-time experience in both nursing home and private care settings. My extensive background has equipped me with the skills to provide exceptional care to elderly and special needs individuals. I am deeply passionate about my work and take pride in offering...
Aucione can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Hi, I have worked for children throughout my working career I worked for the state of Maine for 15 years as a Therapeutic Foster parent and also was an Adoptive and Foster parent trainer for five years. These jobs required me to have specialized training in behaviors, child development, and sensory regulations. I enjoyed this...
Renee can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ivanna J.


Hernando, FL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...
5.0
"Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!! "

John H.

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Theresa B.


Beverly Hills, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Let's Be The Best We Can Be!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience, with personal references. I have experience with special needs children from deaf to nonverbal level 3 autistic. My whole goal is to provide a fun and safe environment for your family. I'm available afternoons and all day on the weekends.
Theresa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Connie J.


Hernando, FL

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have a daughter with special needs and have a heart for this type challenge. I have worked with developmentally disabled people for several years in the past.
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Connie J.


Hernando, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Loving Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a married Mother of four grown children. I would love to spoil your child/ren and take care of them as if they were my own! I spent many years as an executive in the business world, and am now able to seek my true calling, caring! I have experience with infants to young adults and many special needs situations. Please...
Connie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ivanna J.


Hernando, FL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 11 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...
Ivanna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Marie S.


Hernando, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Experienced In The Care Of Infants, Children, Adults, And Elderly

I have 34 years experience in home settings. Knowing that I can make a difference in someone's life, that being there for someone allows them to remain in their home means so much to me. I enjoy home sitting for the care of my clients.
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Ann S.


Lecanto, FL

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about childcare, and I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a natural ability to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for them. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games with children, both indoors and outdoors. I believe that...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Ann is the most amazing care giver one can kind. Punctual, communicative, and most importantly loving. She truly cares. You can't pay for that type of support!"

Noopur S.

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Taysia H.


Lecanto, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Nurturing And Experienced Caregiver

I have over 15 years of experience working with children and some of those experiences were involving specials needs. I have worked with cancer patients and with a variety of children with sensory disorders or Autistic. I can handle stressful situations with a calm and nurturing demeanor. I am very patient and I listen and...
5.0
"Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me clean when it's needs to be vacuumed. She is a hard worker...

Lonnie H.

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Buffie S.


Ocala, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.

I am a friendly, reliable, professional, compassionate, caregiver with a passion for helping people live their best lives. I have worked with children and adults with Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Bipolar Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy and other disabilities. Cheerful, kind, respectful, and patient Reliable,...
5.0
"I hired the Buffie for help with my mother who has Alzheimer’s. It was clear to me immediately that Buffie had experience in this area of care, as her skill level and knowledge were apparent. She is very kind and caring, and I would not hesitate to hire her as...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunnellon, FL

Yukako W.

5.0

Great care and engagement with our child! Reliable, trustworthy, and friendly.

- Karen C.

Twyla R.

5.0

I've known twyla for many years. She has a big heart and very compassionate with people.

- Care member

Ivanna J.

5.0

Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!!

- John H.

Ann S.

5.0

Ann is the most amazing care giver one can kind. Punctual, communicative, and most importantly loving. She truly cares. You can't pay for that type of support!

- Noopur S.

Taysia H.

5.0

Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me clean when it's needs to be vacuumed. She is a hard worker and I appreciate the help that I...

- Lonnie H.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Dunnellon, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 45 listed special needs caregivers.