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

71 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Myers, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Fort Myers, FL

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Callie B.


Fort Myers, FL

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

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I started babysitting for families around my home town at the young age of 14. I guess you could say I have always been the mature, responsible type. I knew from an early age that I wanted to work with kids and I went to college for elementary education at UMaine and received my bachelors there. I am now a certified teacher....
Callie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering a safe and enriching environment for children. With five years of childcare experience, I have a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and educational needs of children of different ages. My calm and patient personality, coupled with my...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leslie C.


Fort Myers, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Very Patient And Love Caring For Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 older children and 4 grandchildren . I am very experienced and have a positive attitude . My youngest son is special needs so I also have a lot of experience in this field .
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amelie S.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Amelie and I am currently a junior at Florida Gulf Coast University. I am studying health sciences and my goal is to go into pediatric occupational therapy. Over the past seven years, I've had the pleasure of caring for children of all ages, from newborns to 15-year-olds. Additionally, I have experience...
Amelie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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Julia S.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

"o Care For Those Who Once Cared For Us Is One Of The Highest Honors"

Greetings! My name is Julia, Originally I'm from upstate NY and grew up with my parents and two older brothers. My mother ran a daycare in our home for 12 years where I assisted her after that she began to work with adults with special needs. Seeing the love she gives and still gives to this day is truly such an inspiration...
Julia can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia

Kelly G.


Fort Myers, FL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider With Experience With Autism

5.0

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Hello, I recently moved to SWFL (Ft. Myers) from Vermont where I held a position as a 1:1 in Special Education in an elementary school for the past 10 years. I resigned in 9/2109 as I worked toward selling home. I worked primarily with children on the Autism Spectrum, both verbal and pre/non verbal. I am familiar with ABA,...
5.0
"I met "Miss Kelly" in my neighborhood. She has a lot of experience working with children (especially those with special needs) in the school setting. She is incredibly personable with children of all ages and adults alike. My 2yo son absolutely loves her and...

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Makayla M.


Fort Myers, FL

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Ever since I could walk and talk my heart has always been for babies and kids. I specialize in infancy, however, I am great with toddlers and kids as well! Some of my core values are integrity, honesty, dependability, and trying to maintain an optimistic perspective! At home I have 3 dogs and a cat, but here at college I have...
Makayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Makayla is truly one of the best care takers I’ve had. Very responsible and helps a lot with household tasks."

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Makayla M.


Fort Myers, FL

$22-28/hr6 yrs exp

A Little About Me :)

I have always had a very strong desire for babies and kids. When I was around 10 years old I started babysitting at my neighbors house and continued babysitting there until I was 17. When I was 17 I started seeking out nannying and got a job with a little boy who was thought to have autism (wasn't diagnosed). I realized then...
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Stacie B.


Fort Myers, FL

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist but please note I am not applying to be an OT - I am not licenced in Florida. I have 10+ years experience as a professional organizer as well and can use those skills to assist in home management, organizing, errands and other specific tasks as needed. I can help with...

Sean S.


Fort Myers, FL

$13-20/hr3 yrs exp

Recent graduate with an Elementary Education Bachelor's Degree from the State University. Worked with kids who have special needs for the past 4 years. Very active and encourage sports!
Sean can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sofia K.


Fort Myers, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a caring and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. With 21 years of experience teaching special needs students, I understand the importance of patience, creativity, and effective communication. My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where your child can thrive. I'm...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Myers, FL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 71 listed special needs caregivers.