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89 special needs caregivers are listed in Hollywood, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Hollywood, FL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient and energetic individual highly focuses on both the mental and physical development of Special Needs children. I love kids and believe that with a little extra love and attention a lot can happen. I have over 7 plus paid years working with children. I ha e 45 hours and am CDA certified, and also certified in CPR.
5.0
"My 13 y.o. son is on the Autism Spectrum and although he can be absolutely adorable and loving, there are times when he can be very difficult and challenging; however, with very little 1:1 training Sherice always stepped up and met the challenges and provided the...
Keren O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For years I ran a licensed daycare in my home, specializing in care for ages 3 month up to 3 years. I have always loved working with children. After closing my daycare in 2012, I wanted to keep working with kids. Now I am available for a range of childcare: from after-school care to date night to daylong special events. I always...
5.0
"Martine is an absolute delight! I can't recommend her enough! She watched our 9 month old son for a week on the vineyard when we suddenly lost our child care, and Martine was to the rescue. She is so positive and up beat and played outside with our son as much as...
Jesse L.
Marian T.
Hollywood, FL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have experience taking care of elderly patients As well as children I was a preschool teacher and after school teacher. I have experience with special needs children as I myself have family with autism and learning disabilities . I've also Have experience with terminally ill patients I'm a happy individual and love to see my...
4.0
"We are super happy to have Mariam as our caregiver for this next stage in our lives"
Lissett D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hii my name is Rivka, l'm currently a sophomore attending fau majoring in biology. I do school online so scheduling will not be an issue !! I've been taking care of kids all ages since I was 13 when I started at a camp. I have experience with special needs kids since I've babysat many kids that have autism at my summer camp,...
Rivka can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Rivka was AMAZING! My sitter fell through at the last minute and I reached out to Rivka and she was over in less than 30 minutes. I would hire her again in a heart beat! She was great with our son, I could tell he really liked her! She was also just really...
Laura H.
3.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Joleen and I have been in the child care field for over 8 years. I am currently a K-6 special needs teacher, but I am also a clinical social worker/therapist. I am looking to be a full-time nanny! I am CPR and first aid certified. I am often described as an energetic and gentle caretaker. I have many different...
Joleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joleen is a super friendly, responsible babysitter. She is great with all ages. My boys really enjoy when Joleen comes to babysit. Joleen was actually the first babysitter I left our toddler with and she put all my new mom worries at ease. She is great! "
Jessica O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I love kids , I've been watching and helping with kids since I was a child. I also worked with special needs children for about 3 years but have had experiences since I was younger, working with special needs.
Dania can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
"I am a caregiver with five years of experience, passionate about creating safe and stimulating environments for children. I have a natural ability to connect with them, encouraging their curiosity and creativity through play and learning activities. Additionally, I am a BT Behavior Technician and am currently studying to become...
5.0
"I had the chance to meet Diliana for a couple of times when she took care of my 4 months old baby. It was a pleasure having her at home and she has been very caring and loving with my daughter. I wish she could be available for a full time job but she was working...
Marianela C.
5.0
(1)
I blindly ventured into the world of nannying at the age of 17 unaware of the immense responsibilities and great joys which awaited me, when a neighbor took a leap of faith and allowed me to babysit for a 2-year-old toddler. This experience awakened a genuine desire to be surrounded by children and to nurture. Throughout...
Shekerr can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We were impressed with Shekker, from her thorough knowledge of babies to her compassionate understanding of my special needs son. She was our first choice but due to some schedule conflicts we decided on another interviewee. We will definitely speak to her again if...
Aleisha A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am CPR and First Aid certified and took a babysitting course. I have 14 years experience babysitting both boys and girls ranging in age from 1 month to 18 years old. I graduated from Messiah College with a major in biopsychology and minor in gerontology. I am planning to go on to more schooling to become an occupational...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Dependable. Very cheerful with our son. Very flexible with schedule. Was a big help to us."
Robert H.
5.0
(2)
I am a Cuban lady that had worked with in special needs my entire life. Back on my country I was special needs kids teacher and then later a regular education teacher for all the age up to 12 years old. I came to this country not long ago so I am still working on my English and while I do that this is the best job that match my...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I loved how warm and caring she is. She deeply care and is concern about every single matter as small it could be. Very alert all the time which I think is a great resource to have around kids. Her English is improving everyday and is a great plus to have kids...
Rachel R.
Christie J.
Hollywood, FL
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Experienced and reliable Nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children and their families. Adept at providing optimal care to children as young as 8 weeks old to school age. CPR certified, experienced with multiple children at a time, sleep training, and special needs experience. Bringing forth a proven track record...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Christie who goes by Kiki is very wonderful she is patient and kind when it comes to working with children i never had to worry when the children were in her care she did her job with a passion i would definitely recommend her."
Marie S.
Sara W.
Hollywood, FL
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part Time Companion And Personal Care Assistant With 4 Years Experience
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have my bachelor of science in biopsychology and gerontology (the study of aging and older adults). I have two years experience working professionally for a retirement home with adults with memory issues as well as physical limitation. This experience included feeding, bathing, activities of daily living, companionship,...
5.0
"Sara has been great in caring for my senior father. She is dependable, hardworking and caring. We would recommend her to any family looking for someone to help care for a family member. "
Nilda G.
Hi! My name is Sa'Mya & I'm a full time student. I'm fun, patient, reliable, responsible & very caring. I have been caring for special needs infants, youth, and teenagers for 5 years. I was an active member in the Best Buddies program for 5 years. This program is to help guide & be a close friend to someone in your school or...
I have over 15 years of experience in social service fields including working with individuals of all ages with development disabilities with an emphasis on overall wellness, teaching and behavior coaching. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a master's in educational psychology. I have current first aid, CPR...
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, adventurous, ambitious
My skills include communication, positivity, patience
I've had experience with children with special needs because I have a niece with Autism. I am very patient and I know how to treat them well with a lot of love.
My mission statement and basis of work is to take care of, educate, and entertain children. My vision is to help prepare children for the future. My objective is to give children the necessary tools for their development, to become independent, and to set their goals for the future. I have experience working with special need...
I am a Jamaican , I am HHA and CPR certified . I've taken care of 2 autism patient and disability before. I've baby sat kids as well professionally and also have a 17-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son . I am very patient, compassionate, clean, self driven and reliable etc. looking for long term position with different start...
With my patience and passion for others, I hope to help others combat a busy and hectic lifestyle. I have experience with all kinds of unique children and hope to put my skills into something that will nurture others and make a difference.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their imagination is...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hollywood, FL
Sherice M.
5.0
My 13 y.o. son is on the Autism Spectrum and although he can be absolutely adorable and loving, there are times when he can be very difficult and challenging; however, with very little 1:1 training Sherice always stepped up and met the challenges and provided the care and support necessary to keep...
- Keren O.
Martine B.
5.0
Martine was wonderful! I hired her to watch our 9 week old while we were on the island for a wedding and she accommodated adding a 2 year old whose sitter fell through last minute. She arrived early (with toys for the 2 year old!) and put us right at ease. It was clear that she has a ton of...
- Julie I.
Marian T.
4.0
We are super happy to have Mariam as our caregiver for this next stage in our lives
- Lissett D.
Rivka P.
5.0
Rivka has been awesome! We had a gap before our kids were scheduled to start daycare and she instantly bonded with our 18 month son and 3 year old daughter. She was always on time and pleasant. We would hire her again and highly recommend her to anyone needing dependable childcare
- Rejoy M.
Joleen E.
5.0
Joleen is a super friendly, responsible babysitter. She is great with all ages. My boys really enjoy when Joleen comes to babysit. Joleen was actually the first babysitter I left our toddler with and she put all my new mom worries at ease. She is great!
- Jessica O.
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Ratings for Hollywood, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Hollywood, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 89 listed special needs caregivers.