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184 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Mckinley J.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helping Little Hands Grow With Love And Care!

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With over 10 years of experience, I bring a nurturing and energetic approach to childcare, ensuring both fun and development for every child I care for. From assisting with household tasks like laundry, meal prep, and light cleaning to planning engaging activities and crafts, I create a balanced environment where children...
Mckinley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Emma M.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am from NJ and I am a college student majoring in Speech-Language Pathology! I've been a caregiver at a daycare, and an assistant teacher at my dance studio. I have always had a love for kids and enjoy playing with them and building connections. I am currently a paraprofessional for children with special needs in a school...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sandra A.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Childcare

Hi my name is Sandra. My work is childcare. I have 5 plus years of experience. I work with children of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children. I do diaper changes, feeding , homework assignments, laundry and activities and etc. I love to spend time with the whole family and get to know everyone. If you have...
Sandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Latavia L.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$58/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a experienced care giver and Behavior Therapist . I assist in Math , Reading, Arts and Crafts , Science , Social Skills, Language Arts I can also assist with potty training if needed. I am CPR certified, First Aid Certified, I have my 45 clock hours and I also have my National Child Development Associate and...
Latavia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Shanise G.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there , I started working in the childcare service since I was young. I would volunteer at my church daycare center, and that's when I knew childcare was something I enjoy. I love having fun . I worked at different Elementary Schools as well as Preschools. I have a lots of experience. I am CPR certified , have my EMT...
Shanise can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Shania Q.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm a passionate caregiver with a deep-rooted love for nurturing the development of children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles as a teenager. My desire to positively impact young lives has grown as I have spent the past five years delivering therapy to special needs children. I bring a patient...
Shania can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am very friendly, experienced, and punctual with children. I had a degree in childhood development and used to work with special needs children in my home country. I am very patient and understanding about the child's needs. I as well have CPR training and first aid certification. I have CPR and first aid certification and...
Luz can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Sophia D.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$19-20/hr • 20 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with 20 years of experience, I have a deep passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles and education in Early Child Development have equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I am known for my patience,...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Maria D.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I'm 60-year-old, looking forward to take excellent care of your child, I have 17 years experience with same family and many more references available, I have organized group activities for children, provided emotional support and maintain safe and healthy environment for children and families, assisted members for daily...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Parker M.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Making Childcare The Most Fun Experience For Both Parents And Children!

Hey there! I have over 10 years of experience caring for children as well as individuals with special needs. I currently work at a kids club working with ages 4-12 and babysit a 4-month-old. Growing up with a sister who has cerebral palsy taught me valuable caregiving skills. I enjoy helping with personal assistant duties, light...
Parker can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hey I'm Siena! I'm going to be attending FIU as a freshmen in the fall studying business and digital marketing for yacht brokerage. I've always had a love for children as I come from a big mixed family. I'm experienced with all age as well and children with special needs, I also volunteer on Saturdays to teach children with...
Siena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello! My name is Shoshana and I am so excited and honored to be able to watch your kids! I am super upbeat and energetic with children, and will be so excited to do all of their favorite activities. I am reliable, organized, and respectful. I have 1 year of babysitting experience for an 18-month-old, have 4 years of experience...
Shoshana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shara-lee W.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occasional Sitter With 9 Years Experience

My name is Shara-lee and I am a reliable, flexible, self-motivated, hardworking individual. I have obtained my 40hrs childcare license, CPR certified, First Aid certified and a nonsmoker. I have served and still serving the special needs community for the past 16 years. I am a mother of 2 children and currently a Behavioral...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ava S.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$21-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have experience with all ages and special needs kids. I love to do activities, caring, and patient. I am willing to help with light housekeeping as well and transportation.
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Alma D.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with children with special needs and newborn toddler and teenage children ,+17 years
Alma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

I've been caring for children professionally since I was 17, and I absolutely love it! I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I've worked in a special needs facility and have been with families for the last two years. I'm comfortable caring for one child at a time, between the ages of 0 and 11. I like to keep parents...
Geraldine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

My name is Michaela I am 23 years old. I am in school to become an elementary teacher. I have my AA in preschool education and I'm working towards getting my AA in elementary education. I am CPR, first aid, and AED certified. I've volunteered and done internships in a first grade and preschool classroom. I was a nanny for 5...
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Brenna H.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Yoga Instructor & Caregiver!

Hi, I'm Brenna! I bring over 3 years of hands-on experience caring for children, including a year with a special needs family and ages 1 month-8 years old. I'm well-versed in potty training and managing major food allergies, ensuring your children's safety and well-being. In addition to childcare, I'm happy to help with errands...
Brenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor allow me to connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide written daily...
Alixon can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Gina, I'm new to this app. I have 5 years experience as a Babysitter and my last job was as a Respire Caregiver for families with children and teens with special needs and often caring for siblings. I'm passionate about fostering a safe and o enriching environment for children. My journey into caregiving began...
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Lauderdale, FL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 125 reviews of the 184 listed special needs caregivers.