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Heather H.


Lake Alfred, FL

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Mom Of 7 Yr Old

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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...
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Heather H.


Lake Alfred, FL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Mom Of 7 Yr Old

I have 8 years of healthcare experience. I have previously worked in nursing homes, home health and Lakeland Regional. I have a 7 yr old daughter that I homeschool who is with me 24/7. I have experience with special needs kiddos; autism, adhd, anxiety, speech delays, non-verbal, learning disability and down syndrome. If you...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Nicole P.


Winter Haven, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Mom

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience with children of all ages from 0-15 years old. I have a 7-year-old daughter that is in first grade. I have experience working with children and teens that are special needs. I have a reliable transportation with up to 7 seats in my SUV along with infant to toddler car seats including boosters. I...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nicole was so kind and patient with our children, even when they became unruly, she kept her head level and made appropriate decisions. She kept in touch with us and we felt so happy having her watch our Littles while we were on a date. Definitely will hire again"

Samantha D.

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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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Jessica S.


Winter Haven, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jessica. I am currently a nanny for a 1. 5-year-old in Lakeland whose parents work from home. I live in Winter Haven. I have been with my current nanny position since he was 3 months old and he is recently going to be graduating into daycare as he would love to be around other kids. I'm looking for something to...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jessica has been an absolute blessing to our family. She started watching our son when I went back to work at 3 months old. The only reason she won't be full time with us anymore is because it is time to transition to a more social and educational environment....

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Tracey B.


Haines City, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Local And Experienced Caregiver Available

20 years in health care. I specialize in Special needs care and elderly care. I have great communication skills, dependable and trustworthy. I also do light house keeping and meal preparations.
Tracey can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines. That is why when my Aunt needed help with her elderly mother, I first thought of Tracey. She could be trusted to...

Melissa D.

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Audra F.


Winter Haven, FL

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Outgoing, Mature, Christian Caregiver

I am a wife and mom of 4. I have experience in pediatric special needs care (trach care, feeding tube, heart monitor, oxygen, etc) I have held paid positions in elderly care as well as caring for my own parents before they passed away. I have worked as a pharmacy technician and am comfortable with medication prep. I am looking...
Audra can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

I love working with kids of all ages! No matter what mood I am, I always show a smile on my face. I have experience with special needs, as my cousin has Autism and ADHD.
Ryker can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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Emily M.


Haines City, FL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Currently a School Nurse looking for flexible jobs for evenings/weekends. I'm currently working on my bachelors and need something more flexible than a PRN job. I have my own little one who is 6, and in the first grade. I have been working for the PCPS system since 2013. I have experience with special needs children and I am...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Katlyn E.


Auburndale, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter

I currently nanny for a family that has a daughter with special needs. She is the sweetest little girl I have ever met & I absolutely adore her! Please contact me for more information!
I'm a friendly, loyal & dedicated individual who have ambition to succeed in any environment. I Have been in the medical field for over 10 years. I love taking care of all children including children with special needs as well as senior citizens. I grew up in a big family of nine and the oldest, I learned from a younger age how...
Marie France can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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
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Tracey B.


Haines City, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

As an autism mom and many years in the medical field I am very passionate about caring for the special needs in our local community. I have the patience and understanding to deal with our children. I also understand as a special needs mom myself of the importance of trusting someone with your loved ones.
Hi, my name is Trisha! I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist providing ABA services to children with special needs. Helping children get the most out of life and making their families lives easier is my goal and something I am very passionate about.
Hi, my name is Jasmine. I currently attend Florida Southern college. After I get my bachelors degree, I plan on getting my masters in occupational therapy and specializing in special needs. I have around 4 years of experience working with children. I spent 3 years working the latchkey and summer camp programs back home, where I...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Experienced teacher. Infant skills, Previous Preschool owner, I have plenty of experienced with school aged children, infants and toddlers. Specialize in arts and crafts, songs, story's, games, and hands on learning. I'm a mom of a grown son who is on the Autism spectrum so I understand and am very patient with special need...
Maryanne can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Doris A.


Haines City, FL

$19/hr10 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

Hello my name is Doris, I'm a compassionate and extremely hardworking worker. Ive been in the care taking environment since my younger years. I have a handicapped brother and helped my mother raise him so I'm very experienced with caretaking and special needs care Im very excited to meet you and your family
Doris can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
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Christine C.


Winter Haven, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Professional PT- FT Care Giver Available Various Work Hours

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the health care fields over 20 years in various roles. Worked in Private care & facility care. I have also worked front & back office & as Dr Tech. I am comfortable working wit, Alzheimer's Dementia & special needs. I Also work with developmentally disabled & hospice for a number of years. I am currently a Med...
Christine can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

I have extensive experience with child care and special needs and am compassionate, patient, and eager to help as much as possible!
Hello, my name is Kymberllie, I am 29 years old and I am a professional special needs caregiver, I have a two of experience working with a family doing child care and cleaning, organization, food preparation, laundry, grocery shopping and other activities. I am looking for a full time job from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Alfred, FL

Nicole P.

5.0

Nicole was so kind and patient with our children, even when they became unruly, she kept her head level and made appropriate decisions. She kept in touch with us and we felt so happy having her watch our Littles while we were on a date. Definitely will hire again

- Samantha D.

Jessica B.

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.

Jessica S.

5.0

Jessica has been an absolute blessing to our family. She started watching our son when I went back to work at 3 months old. The only reason she won't be full time with us anymore is because it is time to transition to a more social and educational environment. Jessica is reliable, flexible, and...

- Care member

Tracey B.

5.0

Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines. That is why when my Aunt needed help with her elderly mother, I first thought of Tracey. She could be trusted to complete requested care with...

- Melissa D.

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