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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake Wales, FL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake Wales, FL

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Jessica F.


Winter Haven, FL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver - Supporting Individuals With Special Needs

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Hello! I'm Jessica, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a passion for supporting individuals with special needs. With several years of experience working with Chrysalis in Utah, I've had the privilege of providing personalized care and support to individuals with a range of needs, including disabilities, mental health...
30 years of experience with childcare. Experience with deaf and autistic children. working with autism children I realize many of them do not like to speak, they prefer to sign, so I am fluent in sign language.
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Kynecia M.


Winter Haven, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi . My name is Kynecia I'm a 18-year-old entrepreneur who is experienced with autism and caregiving. I have my own transportation & I'm open to helping you with anything you need
I have extensive experience with child care and special needs and am compassionate, patient, and eager to help as much as possible!
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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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Karyn S.


Bartow, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

I have 2 special needs adult children, care giving for parent who passed with Parkinsons/Dementia, worked in mental health at Lakeland Regional and was a Social Service Director prior to starting Master's degree-currently. CNA certification and prefers equipment for lifting if needed.
Karyn can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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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.
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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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Farrah L.


Bartow, FL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care With Exceptional Compassion

I am a single mother of 2 who works in a school setting as well. I have experience with special needs and I also have a passion for caring for elderly and children. Caring for others and kindness are my specialty. I am able to handle alot of stress with calmness and ease.
Farrah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jeanette S.


Bartow, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

To whom it may concern, Im a certified nursing assistant and have over 24 years experience working in hospitals, day cares, nursing homes and private care. I have worked with all kinds of patients from different backgrounds. If you would like to contact me and discuss care options for your loved one, please feel free to reach...
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ruth M.


Haines City, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Besides my experience as a caregiver at Advent Health Hospital in the Med Surg Department, I have taken care of infants and toddlers as a part-time job over the last 3 years. Since one of my jobs is giving music and vocal lessons to mostly toddlers and teenagers I have learned how to interact and direct their attention in a...
Ruth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alayna R.


Auburndale, FL

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Alayna! I have about 8 years of experience in childcare due to family and family friends, but 4 years of childcare being an actual profession. I have worked with children from the ages of 4 months - 16 years. I have CPR/First Aid training, and experience in caring for children with special needs. I like to...
Alayna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Spencer H.


Eagle Lake, FL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi, I'm Spencer! Need a night out? A break from the kids? Or maybe there's just too much to get done and no one to watch the little ones? That's what I'm here for. I've helped care for kids my entire life. It makes me happy to know that there are kids getting the time and care they need! I have experience taking care of...
Spencer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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 recently was hired to teach in Polk County. I was a paraprofessional in a kindergarten thrpugh second grade Autism unit for two years. I have learned a lot about Autism. I enjoy working with the boys in our class. I love to hear them laugh and how they make me laugh. I enjoy how they show unconditional love.
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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'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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