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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gainesville, FL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Gainesville, FL

Hello! I currently am in PT school and I work as a nanny for a 1yo and 5yo. I have also worked as a summer camp coach for ages 3 - 8 years (including children with special needs). I love kids and I am willing to help with cooking, transportation, school, and more!
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Jade D.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Best Friend Fun Sitter With A Big Smile

Hi! I'm 25 years old & I started babysitting when I was 13. In 7th grade I became a volunteer in my school for the special needs sports league, after HS I became a Certified Coach for NJ Special Olympics. I was also a life guard every summer throughout high school & up until I moved to Florida. In 2018 I moved to FL & attended...
Jade can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Christina B.


Gainesville, FL

$13/hr

Adding A Little More Love Everyday.

Hello! My name is Christina. I am 30-years-old, and I have a 10-year-old son who is autistic and has ADHD. I am very passionate about caring for children with special needs and I can absolutely handle children with behaviors and SIBs. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient, and creative. I like working with kids...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Katarina K.


Gainesville, FL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Supportive And Loving :)

Hi, my name is Katarina and I have always loved children and the ability to be a positive role model in their lives. I volunteered as a teachers assistant in Africa, was a camp counselor for a summer camp for 4 years, and have worked with kids with special needs for 2 years. I love taking care of children and being able to help...
Katarina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more

Corissa R.


Gainesville, FL

$16-17/hr3 yrs exp

Creative Sitter And Positivity Sharer

I have 3 years of experience. I currently have been working at a preschool for one year and for two years I taught in the children's nursery of my church. I'm always open to help with housekeeping and homework. I love practicing child-directed learning and sensory play. I also love nature enrichment so I believe in dirty knees...
Corissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

My name is Meghan and I am an online biomedical neuroscience MS student at the University of Florida! I am striving to become a pediatric psychiatrist in the future, as I love both kids and the human brain. . I also love dogs and am happy to care for those fur babies as well. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Ashley K.


Gainesville, FL

$13-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Ashley, I Am Very Caring And Have Several Years Of Experience Caring For Others.

Hello! I have 15 years experience caring for children, pets, and older adults. I am currently in graduate school for occupational therapy and am comfortable with children who have special needs. I love being active and having a great time!

Ellie P.


Gainesville, FL

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

Ms. Ellie :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello family! My name is Ellie. I have been babysitting for around 7 years. I have experience with special needs and disabilities children, highly energetic kiddos, house cleaning/chores, cooking simple meals, homework help, grocery shopping, and transportation to parks or other fun locations once all the previously listed...
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

As an experienced caregiver with 15 years of experience and a passion for nurturing children's growth, I find immense joy in supporting families and playing a positive role in their children's lives. My patient and friendly demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in both educational and...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Alexis P.


Gainesville, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Sitter? Look No Further

Hello everyone, my name is Alexis. I have many years of experience working with children and also children with special needs. I have also been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I love doing arts and crafts. Video games and baking. I can also help around the house. Let me help you relax
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kylie and I am currently a freshmen at the University of Florida. I am studying education and hoping to eventually become a special education teacher or an elementary school teacher. I have previously worked with kids ranging from all ages and have also had experience working with kids who have type 2 diabetes and...
Kylie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
I'm a sitter who has been working with children for over five years. My passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development motivates me to provide a safe and stimulating environment for them to learn and thrive. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens, and I'm comfortable...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for about 5 years, and have nannied and babysat long term as well. I have a perfect driving record and can also cook and clean. I love working with kids of all ages, and am experienced with special needs and infant care. I speak a good bit of Spanish and can play multiple instruments. I am also...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Teagan S.


Gainesville, FL

$16-18/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Teagan and I am a current college student. I have been a babysitter for about 5 years now. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, kids, and pre-teens. I also have experience caring for special-needs children. I am trained in first aid. I have reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.
Teagan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My daughter absolutely loves when she comes over ! Asks for her to come back again !"

Sarah B.

Hi my name is Jakyla but u can call me Kyla , I currently work at Tacachale where I help care for elderly men and woman with special needs, I have been working here 2 years now , I bathe , prepare breakfast and lunch , hangout with them do fun things , communicate with them and listen to music and go on trips , etc. I am very...
Jakyla can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning

Olivia B.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr

Kind And Loving College Student Ready To Help!

I have been around people with special needs of all ages almost my entire life. I have a cousin with autism and I am very close with a family who has a little girl with a rare chromosome deletion disorder. I used to see her every day and would babysit her often as well. She is my favorite human on the entire planet. I am...
Infants thru 4 yrs old Over 20 years experience in childcare. Specialization is taking in infants and nurturing them to become confident preschoolers. Comfortable working with children with varying ability levels- experience with children with special needs. The three children I have been caring for for the last three and a...

Hannah G.


Gainesville, FL

$13-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hana

Hi! My names Hana. I have 3 younger siblings, 4 dogs and a cat I've raised since it was a kitten. I love nature and music. I've volunteered for years with the Down syndrome foundation and Special Olympics. I am very good at finding entertaining and enriching activities for kiddos. I'm CPR certified. I love to cook and I'm...
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked as a Paraprofessional for children ages 3-5 with special needs and behavior issues. I have also babysat for families since I was 16. I currently am in college working on an Early Childhood Educations degree. I am also CPR and...
Mercedes Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

Emily M.


Archer, FL

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives. My approach to childcare is centered around...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily is our current nanny to our 10 month old girl, C! Emily is so great with her! She is kindhearted, dependable, always on time, communicates well and is very helpful. C immediately took to her and they have got along great since the start. She helps with...

Olivia C.

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

Average Rating4.9 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.