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36 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Whitney P.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a full-time nanny for 2 children, a brother and sister. I was able to watch them take their first steps and say their first words. It was a very rewarding experience to be able to spend one-on-one time with the kids and to watch them grow and learn. My most recent experience was with a little boy who was 3 months when I...
Whitney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"We love Whitney! She babysits our 7 month old son and does a great job, plus she's been available on short notice and that's been a huge help. Our son needs lots of medication and she's done great with learning what he needs/administering it and she's not afraid...

Cassandra C.

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Terera G.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/On Call Sitter

I have always enjoyed caring for diverse families. I have done so since I was 9 years old. Presently, I work at a nationally accredited childcare center that was once an arc, we still strive to provide care for children with special needs within the community. I also worked with early steps (early intervention for birth to 3...
I have taken care of many patients with dementia, paralysis, ALS etc I have been in this field approximately 23 years now
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Emmalyn J.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there families, my name is Emmalyn. I am currently an Elementary Education major at Towson University finishing my Junior year. I have been working with children in a variety of ways, teaching swim lessons, gymnastics lessons, and nannying. I have been a full-time nanny as well as a part-time babysitter. I have experience...
Emmalyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Audrey N.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Aunt At Your Service.

I have over 20 years of experience by being an aunt taking care of my niece and nephews. I have about 15 years of paid experience as well. I am great with elderly, children, special needs. I have experience with school drop off/ pickups, school field trips, doctors appointments, transport to after school activities and just...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Yu G.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$20-21/hr3 yrs exp

My Passions For Childcare With My Experience:)

Hi, I'm Yu. I'm working at school as a daycare teacher. I've experienced working with special needs kids, daycare work for three years. If you have any specific requests for childcare that I can give you, feel free to share with me!
Yu can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Twana C.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work.

10yrs experience with Special need adults and teens, 9yrs exp with senior care, dementia, sun downers, total care pts, and rehabilitation pts. very family oriented, never meet a stranger😁, my favorite sport is football, I'm currently working as an dialysis tech, I love cooking, watching ID ch, and Walmart
Skills:

CNA

Looking for a family that is in need of some to nurture and care for their children. I've worked with children for about 5 years through church programs. I've also had experience with children who have special needs. Excited to pour into your family and get to work with your children!
Mckenzie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting experiences that solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. Patience and creativity color my interactions, and my friendly demeanor puts children at ease. Open communication is key, so I...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kimberly K.


Valparaiso, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Loving And Compassionate Caregiver

I have experience caring for people from ages two to ninety-two! I have worked with special needs populations throughout my entire life, in both schools and in my home (my sister has special needs and I lived with a grandmother who required care). I have cared for an elderly woman with dementia in her home, providing company,...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
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Alexis G.


Shalimar, FL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Developmental Disability Caregiver

I worked for years with people with developmental disabilities it was one of the most gratifying jobs that I've ever had. My sister had a company that cared for individuals who were developmentally disabled she was a Medicaid provider. I was one of her employees so I worked in the office and in the field.
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Channing B.


Shalimar, FL

$16-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hello I'm looking to possibly help someone with childcare Monday-Friday I am a mother of 4 ages 17, 14, 7, and 4 . I worked childcare since 2014 I have worked with all ages. I also was the assistant director at a facility I worked at for 6 years. I have experience with all ages and special needs children I love to do crafts sing...
Channing can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Arlene M.


Shalimar, FL

$14-27/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Love working with children special needs. I have been working with children in PrekD and behavior issues. I'm out for the summer, but will to help out a family.
Arlene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Kylie S.


Eglin AFB, FL

$19-22/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter & Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have a little over 2 years of experience providing care for children. In that time I nannied for two families. I was responsible for 4 children aged 10 months, 3, 4, and 10. Additionally I have experience with children with special needs and dietary restrictions. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible,...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kimberly K.


Valparaiso, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Destin Area Caregiver Available

I have 20 years of experience in caretaking roles with people of all ages; 10 of those years were spent working with special needs children in classroom settings. I have nannied for newborns, infants and older children. Before shifting to fulltime work as a yoga instructor and licensed massage therapist, I was the house manager...
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Rosalia F.


Niceville, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny With 6 Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

-Experience with special needs and immune compromised children -K12 CPR and First Aid Certified -Intermediate Understanding of Japanese Language -Experience as a Kindergarten Aide and K12 Substitute Teacher Hi! I'm Rosalia! I'm a huge child at heart and love everything your kid does, so I'm never bored! From bugs to books, I...
Rosalia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rosie is the sweetest! She is does a great job keeping my 16 month old busy and having fun. She has been super dependable and amazingly cautious with staying safe (and keeping my son safe) during COVID. I highly recommend reaching out to her!"

Megan S.

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Victoria B.


Navarre, FL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always loved working with children and I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. Currently, I am in between undergrad and grad school to become a Speech Pathologist. I have a ton of experience working with children with disabilities, with all ages and ability levels. I have worked at a camp for children with...
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Arianna R.


Niceville, FL

$13-15/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver Fluent In ASL, Spanish, French, Italian

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've assisted kids with ADHD and other mental and other neuro behavioral disorders. I'm majoring in Communication Disorders and Minoring in Speech-Language Pathology at UT Dallas. I LOVE working with kids and have taught theatre classes for kids 5-14 years old for over 4 years at a local children's theatre.
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Leonie R.


Destin, FL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I am very good with kids in general. I'm especially kind and patient with my special need kids. I was a biology major and a pharmacy major (doesn't have the funds to finish) that have had the privilege to provide community service for special needs children. I've visited homes for special needs children and realized I have a...
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Arianna R.


Niceville, FL

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist (specializes In Special Needs And ASD!)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have two younger brothers who I used to take care of my entire childhood. Interned and then work as a part-time Theatre Director for Children in Dallas, TX, making art for the stage with awesome kids for the past 6 years! Love seeing kids on stage, doing what they love! Currently furloughed from Walt Disney World (character...
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Arianna is an incredible person and an amazing caregiver. My son, who happens to be on the Autism Spectrum, took to her immediately and has shown so much growth and development in the past 3 months that Arianna has been part of his Care. He flat loves and trusts...

Josh W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Whitney P.

5.0

We love Whitney! She babysits our 7 month old son and does a great job, plus she's been available on short notice and that's been a huge help. Our son needs lots of medication and she's done great with learning what he needs/administering it and she's not afraid to ask questions. Highly...

- Cassandra C.

Rosalia F.

5.0

Rosie is the sweetest! She is does a great job keeping my 16 month old busy and having fun. She has been super dependable and amazingly cautious with staying safe (and keeping my son safe) during COVID. I highly recommend reaching out to her!

- Megan S.

Arianna R.

5.0

Arianna is the best and we could not have gotten luckier to have found her to babysit our two young kids while on vacation. She is kind and patient, and clearly loves kids. She not only had them read to and tucked in on time, but the first thing my three year old asked when she woke up was if...

- Katy S.

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