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13 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake City, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake City, FL

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Amelia I.


Lake City, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I have family members that have special needs and have been around special needs families for a long time. I have 17 years health care experience, 4 1/2 in a nursing home and 6 with hospice. I also have my CNA/HHA license, CPR, and First Aid. I have taken care of 8 different special needs children also. I also have experience at...
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Laura C.


Lake City, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care And Fun Engagement Is My M.O.!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been happily caring for children for 26 years; both my family's kids and as a nanny for two separate families long term. I have cared for infants up to teens, some with special needs and behavioral issues. I did the housework and shopping, homework and project help, driving, party planning and execution and most...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Laura has been an amazing sitter, caring for our six year old and one and a half year old. She is kind, caring, and empathetic. She has followed our gentle parenting and we would highly recommend her."

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Shannon C.


Lake City, FL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

I am a mother of 3 , so plenty of that experience and have done babysitting and home care since I was 15 years old . Have training in first aid , and CPR . First hand experience with children with specials needs .
Shannon can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I care for my son, who is autistic and has memory loss and tourettes. I also care for my mother, who has multiple sclerosis and is in a wheelchair. She also has a colostomy bag. I also know some sign language as my uncle is deaf. My reason for becoming a nurse was my mom being diagnosed with MS . I haven't kept up my nursing...

Jaime B.


Lake City, FL

$20-23/hr5 yrs exp

I have a nursing background and love children. I have a son with autism and one with adhd so can handle special needs concerns.
Jaime can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kaylee K.


Fort White, FL

$32/hr4 yrs exp

Caring Babysitter And Nanny

My Name is Kaylee, I have 4 years experience in the childcare field. I have been baby sitting for 5+ families for the last four years. Children ranging from Infants to 8 years. I also have daycare experience as a lead toddler teacher wit h2 and 3-year-olds. I love kids. I also have special needs experience as well.
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Kaitlyn T.


High Springs, FL

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

With over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, I have grown confident and absolutely love the work I do. I love to combine my passion for outdoor activities, nature, and art with my career of working with children. I am a ski instructor with a background in camp counseling, guiding adventures, and I have...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was wonderful with my kiddos! They had a great time with Kaitlyn and I felt extremely confident in her ability to take care of my kids needs. Definitely having her take care of our kids again. "

Amron W.

For a little over two years, I volunteeredat the nursery at my church. I have also worked with special needs children and in regular teaching environments at an Elementary School. I have also worked at a daycare for over a year and a half with kids ages 3 months all the way up to prekindergarten. I also have a little one as well...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Traci M.


McAlpin, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Lpn - 11 Years Caring For People

I do not have experience with special needs children but I have worked with adults. I enjoy helping in any way I can. I learn fast. Thank You for considering me.
I don t currently have any experience with special needs, but I think everyone was created equally and deserves love and care. I am passionate for any child, especially if they need that little bit of extra help.
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Jaden G.


McAlpin, FL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Jaden. I have worked in the field of professional developmentally and physically disabled people's for almost 2 years through the HARC. In my position I have gained experience in my areas of care with special needs people. I am comfortable with bathing, food preparation, feeding, transferring and more. The...
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Tiffany B.


McAlpin, FL

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hello my name is Tiffany I have experience with taking care ones that are disabled and need assistance in day to day activities. I'm patient and very kind and I love taking care of people.

Kimberly S.


Lake Butler, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Individuals With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with children with Autism and other varying exceptionalities. I am well versed in medical conditions and have no problem changing diapers for young children and/or adults. I have a degree in Special Education and have worked with older people as well. Have administered medications, fed, changed, and bathed both children...

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lake City, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 13 listed special needs caregivers.