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67 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Myers, FL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Fort Myers, FL
5.0
(1)
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.
Janet M.
Fort Myers, FL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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!
Amanda B.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caregiver For Children/Elderly Or Special Needs Available!
5.0
(2)
I have experience working in the child care setting teaching preschool and also working in younger classrooms as well, before I obtained my bachelors degree in education. Currently I am a stay at home mother of three who is looking to help out other parents with child care as needed, from my home! My children are younger and...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering social skills in kids. Her genuine liability and kindness shine, making her a gem!!"
Shelley C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids! I want a big family of my own in the future. I have worked with all ages , also including special needs children. I have 4 years of experience with caregiving. I have a super bubbly personality and can adapt to every family . I'm very organized, attentive, caring and responsible . kids are such a...
5.0
"Ella was amazing! She Helped me out last minute for a sitter and my 4-year-old loved her, the next day kept asking when she could come back. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Kathleen C.
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"very professional, in-time, great rapport with my kids. would definitely hire her again"
Ligaya B.
Kendall S.
Fort Myers, FL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.5
(1)
Hello!! I'm Kendall and I began studying at the University of Alabama. I grew up with 5 siblings, two of them being younger. I babysat my little sister and brother growing up. I am familiar with special needs/ disability children due to my brother having special needs. I am also an auntie to three children, so I am extremely...
Kendall can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
4.0
"Kendall was always on time when you need her. If you are looking for a babysitter, please message Kendall should be a great person to babysit your kids."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a special interest in caring for children. I have experience with all age groups. I can also help with organizing and some light cleaning or cooking. In addition, I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified, and have my DCF childcare certification. I now have over 10 years of experience working with children, both in...
Kellie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The best! Kellie actually plays and does activities with the kids. She's constantly teaching and encouraging them. Very reliable."
Pam S.
Mackenzie A.
Fort Myers, FL
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a single mom to Irish twin boys, E (two) and S (one). My youngest is breastfed, so I am seeking a family to assist who is open to allowing me to bring my sons along. We love to play and have fun! I graduated from Cosmetology school in 2012 and hold a valid Cosmetology license. I also graduated from college in 2017 and hold...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Mackenzie to babysit my kids and she's great. My boys had a good time drawing, reading and playing with her. She is very punctual and very attentive. I will definitely hire her again."
Angela H.
5.0
(9)
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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah and I am a student at Florida Gulf Coast University. I am going into my junior year as an Early Childhood Education Major! My passion is working with young children, and I plan on teaching Kindergarten once I graduate! I have been babysitting for about 4 years now, and I have taught as an after school...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was wonderful with our daughter. Always early, great communication, came with ideas or activities. We would work with her again!"
Jenna S.
Bonita R.
Fort Myers, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Big Kid At Heart With Over 15 Years In Child Care
4.9
(28)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of child care experience, including special needs children. I enjoy teaching, connecting with children, and building self-esteem and confidence. I'm ready for the next adventure and teaching while having fun. I am looking for full-time or part-time child care. I also do on-call babysitting for a date night out.
Bonita can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ms. Bonita has watched our 2 year old son multiple times now. She is reliable, flexible with our schedule, and our son looks forward to her coming over! We are happy to have her help!"
Jenny S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior assistant, I have experience with dementia clients. Also worked and certified as a CCA, caring for and assisting special needs clients. Assisting while teaching personal care and every day living skills. Other abilities include meal prep, medication management, social interaction, appointment transportation and...
Shelly can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shelly is energetic, dependable and flexible. A great companion to my 91 yo mom. Highly recommend her."
Ellen P.
I have worked with special needs children as a substitute teacher for many years in the elementary and high school settings. I have also have a 17-year-old son who has ADHD. He was diagnosed at the age of 4, and since then, I have researched and learned the most productive ways to help him through behavior therapy. I also enjoy...
I have been involved quite heavily with special needs in many different ways. I coached special needs cheer for two years. I have also been involved in other recreational activities in that facility as well. I have a huge heart and absolutely love being around those with physical needs as well as any cognitive or mental...
I am a certified teacher and for the last three years since graduating from the University of Maine I have been teaching in Special education. I have worked with kids on the autism spectrum, with down syndrome, as well as behavioral diagnosis like oppositional defiant and attachment disorders. It has been a very rewarding...
Olivia H.
Fort Myers, FL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience working with children, teenagers, and young adults both inside and outside of the school system. I work in schools one on one with students who have special needs, but also work independently with those with special needs in my personal time. I have helped with bathroom needs, hygiene needs, positive...
I have one to one teachers assistant experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I also have
babysitting and tutoring experience for grades K-12.
Me encanta trabajar con bebés y niños, tengo 15 años de experiencia, también tengo CPR, AID, tengo cursos del departamento de niños y familia, especialización en CDA, que es un Degree.
I am a recent graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University where I earned my Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. I pursued this degree because from a young age, I knew I wanted to spend my life making others smile. I first began working with children with special needs when I was 12 years of age. I have experience working...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fort Myers, FL
Lauren A.
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.
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.
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering social skills in kids. Her genuine liability and kindness shine, making her a gem!!
- Shelley C.
Ella R.
5.0
Ella was amazing! She Helped me out last minute for a sitter and my 4-year-old loved her, the next day kept asking when she could come back. I would recommend her to anyone!
- Kathleen C.
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 Fort Myers, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Myers, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 61 reviews of the 67 listed special needs caregivers.