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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Haines City, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Haines City, FL

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Vanessa Z.


Davenport, FL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi, I'm Vanessa, an experienced child caregiver with a solid background in caring for children of various ages. I'm reliable, trustworthy, and focused on providing a safe and engaging environment. With experience caring for many different types of children including special needs, I'm confident in my ability to meet their needs...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Nicole S.


Kissimmee, FL

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

I have experience with a wide variety of disabilities. The one thing I've learned is that a group of people can have the same diagnoses, but not one be the same as the next.
I have been in the medical field over 20 years in various roles. I am a compassionate care provider who can adapt to most circumstances and help with whatever is needed. I have worked with behavioral health and habilitation group home service for the physically disabled. I have worked with veteran associations caring for...
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Keshia D.


Kissimmee, FL

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time And Full-time Special Needs Caregiver

Hello, my name is Keshia. I use to work at Big Shanty Elementary school I worked with special needs kids 8-12 years old. I enjoy being around special needs kids they teach you something new everyday. I been working with big shanty for about a year now the best job I ever had. I would love to continue working with special needs...
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Petagay E.


Kissimmee, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Objective: Obtain A Position As A Special-needs Caregiver.

Hello my name is Peta, I have over 10 years of experience working with special needs population. I have worked with youth, adolescence, Adults and seniors. I have worked in many settings such as schools, group homes, hospitals, and private family homes. The clients I have worked with have disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, Down...
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Joseph E.


Kissimmee, FL

$20-28/hr2 yrs exp

RBT

Optimistic, a man of faith, who knows that anything is possible with prayer and action. Creative, a man who loves life, who enjoys spreading that love for life to others by offering the highest quality of care services and wonderful experiences. A Registered Behavior Technician who has a proven record of uplifting lives, one day...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs and elderly for the last 20 years. I have a lot of experience and love what I do. I have a level 2 background check as well as local. I am certified through the state as well.
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Marian C.


Kissimmee, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am a very hard working individual, who enjoys taking care of the elderly. I am presently working in a nursing facility that caters to everyone with special needs or without. I think that I am very experienced for this job so I hope that I get this chance.
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Heather H.


Lake Alfred, FL

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Mom Of 7 Yr Old

I have worked with children with many different special needs. Working in the hospital has provided me with some much needed medical knowledge when dealing with special needs. I have a 7 yr old daughter that would be with me who is Autistic. She is homeschooled and has loved proving all the specialists wrong! Fighting for...
I've been a CNA for 10+ and I've taken care of a wide range ages and illness. I think everyone has something to offer. I enjoy what I do

Jessica S.


Kissimmee, FL

$30/hr14 yrs exp

Modern Day Mary Poppins

5.0

(7)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a 47yr old mother of four children of my own, their ages are 27, 25, 24, 22 all high school graduates. three college graduates one still attending. I am fluent in English, Spanish and American Sign Language and offer to teach these languages while providing childcare. I have provided child care for over 10 yrs to families...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Jessica as a full time nanny for our son (6mo-1yr). She was amazing to work with and our son loved her! Her flexibility was a blessing as our schedules sometimes changed. She is also great with communication and very professional. She helped us establish...

Morgan M.

Sclena H.


Kissimmee, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Credentials And Experience In ABA.

I have worked with individuals with disabilities for 12 years. I enjoy working with children and I am very motivated.
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Lisa U.


Davenport, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Teacher With Behavioral Needs Background (and I'm Lots Of Fun To Be Around, Too)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages, backgrounds and educational needs. I was a classroom teacher, did behavioral therapy with children who had autism and other special needs. In addition, I am currently a Private Nanny for a family with 2 children, one of whom has multiple disabilities (physical and...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lisa was available on short notice, responded quickly, showed up a little early and did a great job with our 15 month old little girl!"

Kristin S.

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Jadia W.


Kissimmee, FL

$20-37/hr7 yrs exp

Jadia

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with kids and over the past six years I have expanded my knowledge on the development and needs of children. Academically I studied child development, social interaction, and a plethora of classes that contribute to the well-being of children. I have a M. Ed. I have experience in: at-home child care, facility...
Jadia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jadia was such a lovely sitter for my two kids. As a mother of toddlers, it can get very hectic and I'm so glad I found Jadia. She was always on time and took the extra step to make sure my kids were not only taken care of but felt happy, almost like a second...

Shawonda J.

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Allison D.


Lake Wales, FL

$16-32/hr8 yrs exp

Energy Filled Joy Giver

Caring for children has always come naturally to me but now, with a certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for 5+ years, my skills in empathy, organization, communication, discipline, receptivity, and working with a plethora of students and clients who may be on the Autism spectrum or have other special needs...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"- Service is great, she takes care of my kids on time and was never late. - I think her overall professionalism is great, and I also think it's really awesome to see sometime her age be as mature as she is. - Highly recommend her to anyone who is looking...

Charlie G.

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Courtney S.


Davenport, FL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive Baby Sitter!

4.2

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! I have been baby sitting children of friends and family members since I was about 10 years old. I am experienced baby sitting children from new born stages up to teenagers. I love to get the kids outside and playing, or if weather does not allow, inside playing with toys and arts and crafts... anything productive....
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Courtney is extremely reliable and dependable. Regarding children, teens, special needs, and infants. I have worked with her for years and adore her because she is the type of individual who I have trusted around my family for multiple years. She has her own...

Caitlin S.

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Jessica B.


Winter Haven, FL

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs And Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Family! My name is Jessica I'm 32years old and have done so much in life. I'm a wife of 13 years mom of 4 boys (16, 13, 9, and 6). I have done home health care, licensed cosmetologist, and day care worker. I also cared for a boy for 2 years who was autistic. I would love to meet with you and your family to find out if we...
5.0
"She was so great with my kids they asked when she was coming back! Super friendly, kind, caring, and all the great qualities I was looking for in a caregiver for my kiddos! She's a keeper!!!"

Mandy W.

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Savannah D.


Davenport, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Savannah- Kind & Patient Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Nanny for 5+ years, with over 10 years experience providing unparalleled child care with a focus on interactive learning. Teacher of ABCs, 123s, and all the in betweens. Kind, loving, caring, energetic, creative, & playful. Long term experience with twins, newborn-teens, special needs, groups of children, overnight, long &...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Savannah was the best nanny we could have ever asked for. She was very punctual, flexible when needed and her genuine care for our 2 year old was apparent. She always kept us updated throughout the day and had endless amounts of energy and creativity to keep our...

Lindsay S.

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Tenise R.


Kissimmee, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nursing Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Live in Kissimmee Florida but educated in NY worked all Care facilities in NY as a certified nursing assistant 28+Years dealing with special needs, all different mental challenges adult care only. Senior Care facility, highly qualified in this area, love what I do... patients Care, Quality of life and safety is a must,...
5.0
"I wish Miss Tenise lived closer to me! I hired her for my special needs daughter when we were in Orlando for vacation, and I could Not be MORE PLEASED with the job she did! SUPER Friendly, Professional, Punctual, TRUSTWORTHY, and she went above and beyond what I...

Amy F.

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Hope R.


Bartow, FL

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have not had any professional experience with special needs children or adults. Elementary school through High School there were all sorts of activities and clubs focused on special needs children that I was apart of. This is cleaning doing crafts, activities, tutoring, and sports.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Haines City, FL

Jessica S.

5.0

Miss Jessica has become part of our family. She is extremely smart, speaks three languages and handles my children with so much grace and PATIENCE! She is a gem of a lady and we are so fortunate to have her help us with our three children.

- Care member

Lisa U.

5.0

Lisa was available on short notice, responded quickly, showed up a little early and did a great job with our 15 month old little girl!

- Kristin S.

Jadia W.

5.0

Jadia is a angel! She was at our home 6.5 hours the first time and did a FANTASTIC job! We have 2 boys on the autism spectrum so we rarely use sitters outside our family but I'm glad we did! Thanks Jadia!!

- Destiney E.

Allison D.

5.0

Allison is a very kind and knowledgeable woman with a a lot of experience with kiddos!

- Care member

Courtney S.

5.0

Courtney was amazing. We hired her for many things. She's a women that can do it all. I would very highly recommend her.

- Laurie K.

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