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Danielle C.


Englewood, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Who Loves Kids!

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Hello! My name is Danielle and I am currently a part time Registered Nurse. I worked with children with special needs for a year and have been working as a Mother Baby nurse for the past 3 years. I am comfortable taking care of newborn infants and small children.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Sky M.


Englewood, FL

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA 15 Years Experience Enjoys Working W/ Special Needs Population And Senior Care. Live In Or 8hr

CNA , med assist certified, retired chef, experienced w/Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Depression, Developmental Disabilites, end stage Cancer, and more. Level 2 background check in place, resume available upon request
Sky can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Amber C.


Venice, FL

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Amber! I love children and have worked with kids for years! I have worked at a preschool as the lead toddler teacher in the toddler classroom for about 5 years. I then went on to nannying for about a year until the family moved away. I am currently a Pre-k aide in a special needs classroom. I have my associates degree...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Amber is a very kind and compassionate teacher.She loves children as if they are her own.I'm so glad that my son and I were able to experience her kindness."

Tanisha F.

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Tammy G.


Venice, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caregiver to a young boy with autism -- March 2000 to the present (with two breaks abroad). As a caregiver to my young friend, I have been responsible for his daily physical care as well as supporting the family's goals for his communication skills and social development. We shop, bowl, go mini golfing, and spend hours in the...
5.0
"Tammy is knowledgeable, friendly, patient and we're blessed to have found her... thank you God for connecting us."

Sandra E.

I have recently moved to the port charlotte area. I have a total of 17 years experience working with children, teens and the elderly I have assisted with behavioral issues as well as feeding dressing being a support system in bipolar break downs as well as non verbal autism.
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Gabriele N.


Port Charlotte, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

RN, Experienced In Childcare, Comfortable With Medical Or Special Needs Cares

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

RN, BSN, with 6+ years of inpatient hospital experience (adult population). Prior to becoming an RN, I provided childcare for various families (ages 3-12). Although I am not pediatric nurse, I am educated in all stages of development and comfortable with all aspects of daily care and beyond (medication administration, special...
Gabriele can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Gaby is the best of the best. She truly has become family to us. My son absolutely adores her and we are so grateful to have her! She helps with pick ups from daycare with him or if he isn't able to go to daycare and she will stay with him. She is great with our...

Kaeley G.

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Gabriella A.


Venice, FL

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Educator As Your Child's Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I had been taking care of elementary school children part-time since 2003 (when they were in 1st and 3rd grade). Even then, I would take care of other children on weekends, ranging from 6 months to teenagers with special needs. Thereafter, I studied English writing/education, taught 9th graders, and earned a certification in...
Gabriella can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Gabriella began as a weekly tutor, after online schooling took place she was with our kids on a daily basis, cared for dog, helped with things around the house, helped grocery shop and she’s adaptable (ie. spent 2 weekends house/dog sitting) when we went on...

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Victoria T.


Venice, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Joy Bringer

I have been babysitting since 10 years old and I have 5 siblings so I have plenty of experience caring for them while my parents had to work. I was a Sunday School teacher and now am a Sunday School Administrator and Kids Events Coordinator at my church so I know a lot about working with different types of children. I have...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Truly S.


Venice, FL

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Care Offered In My Home With My Son

I have been a stay at home Mom for 12+ years caring for both of my sons. One of my children is an autism level 3, non verbal, incontinent, with epilepsy. My other son is developmentally normal and attends public school. I care for my younger son (8yrs old) full time at home including homeschooling. I homeschooled both children...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My qualifications include: - Certified to give medication - Certified to give medication and feed through G-Tube - Performed housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands. - Transported patients to treatment units, using a wheelchair. - Fed patients who were unable to feed...
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Mary A.


North Port, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs for many years. I have had my own private care business for over 20 years. I can work all hours.
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Hayley S.


Venice, FL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hayley

My name is Hayley. I have a passion for serving others and caring for those who have needs. For me, this work is rewarding which brings me joy. I have 5 years experience with special needs children as a para professional. I have 2 years of experience providing compassionate and attentive care to seniors as an in home health care...
Hayley can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
Hi, I have a 19-year-old son that has autism. I am familiar/knowledgeable with ABA, speech, occupational and music therapies as I utilized these with my son. I also used the PECS system when he was younger. I understand the needs and patience to care for a special needs child as well as how important a routine is.
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Kelly W.


Venice, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced RN Available For Special Needs Care

I am an RN with over 10 years experience. I have medical and psychiatric experience across the lifespan. I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse, currently specializing in pediatric behavioral and mental health. I provide a caring and individualized approach to every client. I have a clean driving record and hold...
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Claire P.


Venice, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience with older adults and children with special needs through my occupational therapy education and clinical experiences. I also have worked with children with special needs in the daycare that I have worked at for the past 2 years.
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Kelly W.


Venice, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Safe Caregiver, Registered Nurse

Empty-nest mother of twins! My children are away at college, so I'd love to help with yours! I am a registered nurse who works for a local children's health system. My current nursing specialty is behavioral and mental health. I have nursing experience with all ages across the lifespan. I am comfortable with medical/special...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Catherine B.


Venice, FL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Outgoing, flexible fun individual with love of music, sports, theatre and the arts. Career in hospitality, project management, event planning. MBA love trying new things and exploring local nature and beauty. Very organized and reliable with a strong commitment to service. Have been very involved in the lives of special needs...
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Laura R.


Port Charlotte, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

My name is Laura I am 45 yrs old and I have 3 boys of my own, they are older and self sufficient (20, 18 and 15) I also have my own car and a clean driving record . I am available from 9 am-1 p.m. Monday- Friday. I have watched children from infant -10 yrs old. I can also watch children with special needs References available...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kristen H.


Venice, FL

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Exceptional Teacher Of Students With Mild/moderate Disabilities

I recently left Massachusetts and a high school special education classroom to work with transitional youth at a community provider here in Maryland. In Massachusetts, I worked for 6 years with students that had learning disabilities, behavioral plans, intellectual disabilities, as well as those on the autism spectrum. I...
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Sarah P.


Port Charlotte, FL

$22-37/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Experienced Babysitter!

I have been caring for children for over 10 years now! I have experience with multiples, including twins! I have cared for ages 4months-17 years old. I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA Therapy for kids with autism, so I also have experience with special needs! Due to my job, I am looking for part time...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Englewood, FL

Amber C.

5.0

She was an amazing sitter to my son! Unfortunately we are leaving the area and can't take her with us. But my son adored her and I felt so safe and comfortable leaving him with Amber. She never is on her phone, she played with him, she taught him so much as well.

- Victoria W.

Tammy G.

5.0

Tammy is knowledgeable, friendly, patient and we're blessed to have found her... thank you God for connecting us.

- Sandra E.

Gabriele N.

5.0

Gaby is the best of the best. She truly has become family to us. My son absolutely adores her and we are so grateful to have her! She helps with pick ups from daycare with him or if he isn't able to go to daycare and she will stay with him. She is great with our dog as well. She leaves me a note of...

- Kaeley G.

Gabriella A.

5.0

Gabriella began as a weekly tutor, after online schooling took place she was with our kids on a daily basis, cared for dog, helped with things around the house, helped grocery shop and she’s adaptable (ie. spent 2 weekends house/dog sitting) when we went on vacation. Gabriella is extremely...

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