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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Estero, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Estero, FL

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Maria F.


Estero, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maria Camila and I am a Psychology and child education Student at FGCU! I always loved children and have worked in a school setting for over 2 years. I love working with children because I believe proper care and nurture of children helps create wonderful adults. I recently worked at a daycare for over a year,...
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Maria F.


Estero, FL

$15-28/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Maria and I am a Psych and child ed. student at FGCU! I am 23 years old. I've been in the child care industry since I was 15. I have always loved children and have worked in a school setting for over 2 years. I love working with children because I believe proper care and nurture of children helps create wonderful...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Maria was very good with my 4-year old! She was attentive and playful. He had a great time and she seemed very good at caring for him! Definitely want to have her back!"

Marisa B.

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Maria D.


Estero, FL

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Hands: In-Home Care And Services

I can supervise and bring my positive and very outgoing energy to suit all needs. Within my realm of expertise I can organize, care for, and provide basic daily needs for individuals who require extra help. I take great pride and have patience while helping and assisting others. I would enjoy working with a family or individual...
Maria can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Maria took care of our elderly mother, who is on oxygen, has limited mobility, and is quite weak. She is also very picky about caregivers and Maria hit it out of the park! They found a program on TV about elephants and chatted about it even when I got home. My...

Colleen R.

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Lauren W.


Estero, FL

$15-30/hr

Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver

Hello! I am Lauren, a 23-year-old recent college graduate from Tennessee Technological University with a degree in Special Education. I just moved to Estero and am looking for a job. A little bit about me is that I love children, shopping is my go to, the summer is my favorite season, I love going on adventures, and I am very...
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Kathern H.


Estero, FL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Kathern . I'm very dependable , caring , and honest. I'm CPR and first aid certified . I hope you consider me to take care your loved one. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Abbie V.


Estero, FL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

I have worked as a certified home health aide through an agency for several families with special needs for over 4 years. I have paraprofessional experience where I have worked with many different disabilities. I have worked as a Registered Behavior Technician with children on the Autism Spectrum.a
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Abbie V.


Estero, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, House Sitting, Pet Sitting, Special Needs

I have been babysitting for around 13+ years. I have a lot of experience with all ages of children and absolutely love taking care of children. I have a bachelor's degree in special education. I have worked at a children's center, as a home health aide for individuals with developmental disabilities and delays. I previously...
Abbie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hannah N.


Estero, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Hannah. I have many years of experience babysitting and being a nanny. My years of experience consist of caring for children with special needs, twins, newborns, and children of all ages. I grew up taking care of my four younger brothers, alongside working in the children's ministry at my church and being a...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
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Sara M.


Estero, FL

< $10/hr

Education Major Who Adores Kids And Excited To Make New Friends!

I love working with kids because I find them to be care-free and such bundles of joy! I love learning about each childs personality and creating fun and exiting day based around their individual needs. I started working with kids in middle school when my mother signed me up for a program called Top Soccer. Every sunday I would...
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Maria D.


Estero, FL

$18-27/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, friendly and patient person. I love children and come from a big family in which I raised many nieces and nephews. I have plenty of experience with children's I work in daycare part-time. I currently have my CDL and have been working with various school districts with children of all ages and children with...
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Kathern H.


Estero, FL

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Kathern. My family and I moved to Estero fl. in January 2017 . I have 20 years experience in childcare. I am CPR first aid certified. I have experience in teaching pre school , infants, school age , special needs, and elderly. I'm honest, reliable, caring , and On time. I can provide professional references ....
Kathern can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Marina B.


Estero, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I Am A Caring, Fun, Organized, Reliable And Very Easy Going Person

Hello families. I'm Marina, 30 years old, I'm from Brazil and I have a degree in psychology. I have more than 5 years of experience with children of different ages and also with special needs. I've been here in the USA for 4 years . I had the opportunity to live and worked with 2 amazing families. First family, I took care of 5...
Marina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello. My name is Jessica (41) I been a nanny and caregiver for over 20 years. Responsable and reliable. I can cook, organize, drive you places, ligth cleaning, I solve problems fast. just tell what you need. I took care of my mother when she was sick until she passed away. I also assisted a patient at a hospice facility. Now...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, transportation, errands, light cleaning
I have 10 years personal care provider , I care client with different Heather issue and special needs .
Natalia can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
I'm a Registered Nurse offering assistance with dressing, grooming, walking, eating, feeding, companionship, encouragement, we can run errands, go to doctors appointments, prepare a light meal, take the dog out, or we could even go out for lunch! I will also offer recommendations to help maintain independence, comfort, safety,...
Cindy can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Licensed Nurse

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Janet M.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have plenty of experience dealing with various stages of dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer patients. I also have experience with special needs children such as heart conditions, blind, physically handicapped, ADHD. Have had diversity training, former foster parent, girl scout and boy scout leader and trainer.
5.0
"Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy entertained and active. My boys warmed up so quickly to her! I highly recommend Janet and would hire her again in...

Elizabeth K.

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Emma S.


Fort Myers, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Weekly Sitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Emma, a 26-year-old babysitter with 15+ years of experience caring for both special needs and typically developing children. I'm passionate about creating safe, inclusive environments where kids can thrive. With patience and adaptability, I provide individualized care and support children's growth. From imaginative play...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Emma babysat for my 3 children in the summer of 2017. She was punctual and attentive. They enjoyed her company very much!"

Erin G.

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Sarah Claire S.


Fort Myers, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm a full-time nanny with about 8 years of experience. I primarily work with newborns, babies, and toddlers. Before becoming a nanny I was a swim instructor specializing in babies and toddlers. I have experience working with kids who have special needs and behavioral issues. I am patient, attentive,...
Sarah Claire can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"very professional, in-time, great rapport with my kids. would definitely hire her again"

Ligaya B.

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Laura C.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an elementary school school teacher for 12 years and am currently enrolled in a full time graduate program for occupational therapy. Both of these experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with children with all types of abilities, and I would love the chance to work together with your family!
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Lauren A.


Fort Myers, FL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion-CNA Experience

I have been working with a special needs teen for 5 years in my hometown. Now in college I have experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a memory facility as well as a hospital. I am able to care for a wide variety of injuries or disabilities. I have experience with bathing, feeding, and ambulating help. I have a flexible...
5.0
"Lauren was wonderful with our son who is nonverbal and has epilepsy. She is very kind and patient and we will definitely have her work with him again."

Sandra M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Estero, FL

Maria F.

5.0

Maria was very good with my 4-year old! She was attentive and playful. He had a great time and she seemed very good at caring for him! Definitely want to have her back!

- Marisa B.

Maria D.

5.0

Maria took care of our elderly mother, who is on oxygen, has limited mobility, and is quite weak. She is also very picky about caregivers and Maria hit it out of the park! They found a program on TV about elephants and chatted about it even when I got home. My mother chatted happily about her visit...

- Colleen R.

Janet M.

5.0

Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy entertained and active. My boys warmed up so quickly to her! I highly recommend Janet and would hire her again in an instant!

- Elizabeth K.

Emma S.

5.0

Emma cared for our girls and was nothing short of amazing! She helped with the house along with the girls & made my life much easier! I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Sarah Claire S.

5.0

very professional, in-time, great rapport with my kids. would definitely hire her again

- Ligaya B.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Estero, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.