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

57 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake Wales, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake Wales, FL

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Allison D.


Lake Wales, FL

$20-32/hr8 yrs exp

Energy Filled Joy Giver

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Allison is a very kind and knowledgeable woman with a a lot of experience with kiddos! "

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Allison D.


Lake Wales, FL

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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...
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Reydan B.


Lake Wales, FL

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Reydan but you can call me Rj. I work as a PRN caregiver/hha/companion. I can be of help if you need my service. Thank you.
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Marie H.


Lake Wales, FL

$13-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have been helping take care of children and teens for the past 13 years. Some special needs, some not.
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Kathleen B.


Lake Wales, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am an experienced mature caregiver that genuinely cares about the needs of others. I have more than 15+ years of experience as I started working at assisted living facilities at 25 years old and have run two eight-bed facilities for the elderly in Milwaukee and Madison. I have home health care experience with Comfort Keepers,...
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Amani H.


Lake Wales, FL

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Aid

I have over 8 years experience working as a nursing aid in both in-home and hospital settings. I also have 2 years experience in special education, working as a teaching assistant, tutor, and English teacher for elementary, middle, and high school students. My clinical/ hands on experience consists of elder care, total care,...
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Stephany M.


Lake Wales, FL

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

Little Bit About Me

I'd describe my personality as amicable, patient, and caring! I like working with kids because they have lots of energy, and they are always learning new things as well as having new experiences and being able to be a part of that. I started working with kids when I was in high school as a part time job after school and during...
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Kathleen B.


Lake Wales, FL

$15/hr

Recently Relocated Grandma Of Three

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two grown boys and a grandma of three. Since moving to Florida, I want to care for other children to fill my empty nest. I am active and creative and am used to dealing with shenanigans. My youngest son is special needs ADHD/Bipolar (depending on the doctor) so my skills include understanding children with ADHD...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Renee D.


Lake Wales, FL

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience with children up to age 14 and some experience with special needs children. I'm very patient, empathic, and I love to help people with their emotional needs. I work as a Substitute Teacher and Para. I am looking for a 2nd job and as a substitute teacher we have the ability to create our own schedule. I love...
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Nicole P.


Winter Haven, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Mom

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Nicole has helped with our twin babies (4 months) and is reliable, communicative and incredibly kind. She brought her own boppy to feed the boys and shares pictures with us throughout the day. Our home situation is crowded at the moment between babies, MIL, dogs...

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Hi, my name is Trisha! I am a Behavioral Therapist for children including children with special needs. I love to jump into their world to play. I enjoy sports, crafts, you name it. I can assist with homework and am passionate about helping the learning process. Any responsibilities such as chores will always be completed before...
Trisha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Passionate and dedicated Special Needs Caregiver with 1 year of hands-on experience providing exceptional care and support to children with diverse physical, developmental, and emotional needs. I am committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals under my care through compassionate, patient-centered service and...
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.
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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: Dementia, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Christine is wonderful she takes good care of my mom I don’t know what I’d do without her "

Care member

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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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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: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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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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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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....

Care member

I'd describe my personality as a passionate, empathetic, patient and driven person. I am overly tenderhearted about caring for others. It brings me joy to provide help and show others value. I became more purposeful in the field as I took care of my mother and late husband in their later stages. I've been a caregiver for 10...
Karla can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Christine C.


Winter Haven, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Family Home Caregiver

I am a dependable and hard working individual who can care for all ages groups. I have worked in various health facilities and child care work settings. I've worked with children with special needs, developmentally disabled to elderly care. I have also worked in home care for many years as well as a CNA/caregiver-Respite &...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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 Wales, FL

Allison D.

5.0

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

- Care member

Nicole P.

5.0

She is very considerate, compassionate, and reliable. Highly recommended.

- Care member

Christine C.

5.0

Christine is wonderful she takes good care of my mom I don’t know what I’d do without her

- Care member

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.

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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