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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake Worth, FL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake Worth, FL

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Lakeyma G.


Wellington, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny To Become Apart Of A Family.

4.5

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Lakeyma and I'm a experience nanny for over 14 years. I really love an enjoy working with kids, and I also have exp. working with special needs kids as-well. I have exp in nurturing, caring loving changing diapers, feeding, doctor appointments, medications, school pick ups, lite homework school or any activities...
Lakeyma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lakeyma babysat my 7.5 month old and was truly lovely with him - singing and dancing with him, feeding him with no problem. She clearly has a lot of experience with infants and was knowledgeable about all the relevant developmental milestones. She was very open to...

Kate H.

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Claudia K.


West Palm Beach, FL

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Full-time Available Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Claudia and I am a college student living in west palm beach, Florida. I just moved back to the states as I have been a nanny in Australia for the past year. I have my own car. During the summers I volunteer my time at camp catering to children and adults with special needs and because of that I am confident that...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We adore Claudia and would recommend her!! She is great with our boys and have loved having her help out!! She is very responsible and kindhearted! We couldn't be more happy we found her!"

Ashley N.

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Ilana S.


Boynton Beach, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/ Mother's Helper

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**Only Available for March Break 3/21-3/31** My name is llana and l am a pediatric Occupational Therapist. I have a car and have been babysitting/nannying for more than 18 years for newborns to preteen. I also have over 10 years of experience with children who have special needs.
Ilana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jacqueline H.


Wellington, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Sitter Experience With Special Needs Population (Autism), Multiple Children & Elderly

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents, I'm a proud mother of 6 children which one has Autism. My kids range from 17 years old to 24 years old. I'm very much experienced and comfortable working and taking care of children all ages and the elderly bedridden. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 24 years of experience...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jacqueline is very dependable, flexible and inserted herself in the needs of our children. With eight children to watch some nights she brought her own qualified helpers (son and daughter). Would never hesitate in utilizing Jacqueline's services again."

Timothy O.

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Brittany T.


West Palm Beach, FL

$33-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Career Nanny/Housekeeper

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am 35 years old with 18 years of experience in early childhood education. I love children of all ages, and teaching is my passion. I have experience with twins, multiples, school-aged children, and special needs children. I have experience with children with food allergies and eczema, and I am trained to use an EpiPen if...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Brittany is great! She competently took care of our three children (ages 5 and under) including safely driving the kids (school pickup, playground visits), doing arts & crafts, preparing snacks, helping with bathtime/bedtime, and laundry & tidying."

Patty H.

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Norine M.


West Palm Beach, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I have had 26 years experience working with individuals with special needs, mostly with the developmentally disabled, but also with people afflicted with a variety of other conditions, including blindness, epilepsy, dementia, including Alzheimer's, and some people who just need some one to sit and listen to them and be a...
5.0
"Norine has many years experience compassionately caring for those with special needs. It is difficult to trust most people in today's world, but Norine is one of the few who truly cares for others and is willing to help anyone who may need it. I would absolutely...

Katy H.

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Lin J.


Wellington, FL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am mother of four and a Glamma of two beautiful little girls , I'm reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy. I'm also a graduate LPN I've been in the medical field for a very longtime working...
5.0
"She was extremely caring and patient with my sister with Alzheimer's. She came on time everyday and stayed until her relief shift arrived. She was capable of handling all situations that arose and I highly recommend her to care for your loved one."

Ann R.

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Lilia H.


Wellington, FL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Need

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am Patient Care Assistant Certified experience in Nurse Home and Private Caregiver for 5 years I am working part time as assistant companion for young men with autism,
5.0
"Lilia was awesome. I hired her for 24 hours outpatient post op care. Unfortunately i ran into trouble breathing after returning home and due to her quick interaction of calling EMS made it through the night. She communicated with my family about my medical...

Brigitte S.

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Maria B.


Wellington, FL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Easy Going, Compassionate & Friendly

Hi! I'm a mom of two young adults, with a college degree, years of experience as a nanny , personal assistant, caregiver, and tutor, and with my own car to get wherever I'm needed. I've worked for many years with families in Florida and New York, taking care of their kids, accompanying their elderly parents, managing household...
Maria can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
"I’m absolutely thrilled to recommend Maria for any caregiving role. She’s a star when it comes to managing my mom and her home - truly impressive! Maria’s understanding and patience, along with her capacity for creating a calm, clean, organized, and peaceful...

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Clara M.


West Palm Beach, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Care Giver Monday To Friday

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Clara and I think I would be a good candidate for this position. I have been a professional caregiver for over 17 years. I have taken college courses relating to early childhood development. My education and work experiences have provided me with opportunities to work with children at various levels of...
Clara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Clara to work as an occasional sitter, and I would certainly recommend her work. Clara has demonstrated tremendous responsibility in taking care of our child and in keeping the house in working order. She is kind, trustworthy and great with children. It...

Frederick S.

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Malany P.


Wellington, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Of 15+ Years Available For Weekends/date Nights

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Malany or M. I am 33 years old. I am originally from Long Island, and moved to FL last year. I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have worked in public schools as an aftercare director and summer camp director. I have worked with special needs children and have worked as assistant director at a girls...
Malany can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Our son absolutely loves Malany! He always has such wonderful things to say about his time with her. You can tell that Malany has a very special way with children. She has a calm and warm presence and is very responsive and dependable. Would highly recommend her!"

Angela M.

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Angel B.


Boynton Beach, FL

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

A MOTHER OF TWO

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello ! I am a provider with over eight years of experience as a live in nanny and live out nanny. I've worked with children all ages, from babies to toddlers and children with special needs. Not to mention I have two beautiful children of my own, my babies are nine and 7 years old and one on spectrum. If you have any questions...
Angel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Angel has been wonderful with our 11 month old for the past month. She has been working closely with our child for 40+ hours a week and despite our little one being a bit temperamental/ needy, Angel's energy never depletes! She follows instructions well and once...

Christian M.

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Magda D.


West Palm Beach, FL

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am a military NAVY spouse with two beautiful independent professional daughters, as military family we lived in different states and countries giving me the beautiful opportunity to learn, admire and respect differences cultures and beliefs. Besides English and Spanish I can understand and communicate in Italian. since 2004 I...
Magda can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She took care of my father overnight and was a wonderful caregiver to him "

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Levette W.


West Palm Beach, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Artsy Babysitter Available In Afternoons

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name's Levette. I'm a 26-year-old college student. I'm responsible, a good driver and love kids along with animals. I have watched children ranging from 5 months up to 13 years. I love reading, arts and crafts, games and being outdoors. I have 10 yrs of experience with children ranging from the age of 5 months to 12...
Levette can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Levette is the complete package in a sitter. I needed someone who could care for my elementary school age boys, and assist them with their learning so I could get back to work. She has been amazing, with helping to keep my boys learning and has even done science...

Charles And Shara C.

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Jennifer B.


West Palm Beach, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate ESE Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified teacher with dual masters in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis that has spent 35 years working with children in both education and childcare. Working with children is my passion! I am experienced with working with children of all ages, including infants and multiples, as well as children with...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"What could be better than a nanny with Elementary Degree with Early Childhood experience? It's a parents dream! Kids are cared for and taught at the same time. We love Jen and miss her!"

Kati C.

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Claudia K.


West Palm Beach, FL

$13-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Claudia, I am 20 years old currently studying pre med at MSU in Springfield. I am CPR, First aid, and child safety certified and currently learning sign language. I've worked at camp barnabas for four summers, I definitely do not know everything but I'm so willing to learn and care for your loved one. I love this...
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Stephanie M.


Boynton Beach, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Reliable & Happy

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nanny with over 15 years of experience, and I've loved building long-lasting relationships with families while watching their children grow! I've cared for newborn babies and toddlers, preteens, children with special needs, and also senior citizens and I'm now available for your family too! I'm reliable, friendly, and a...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I don’t know what we would have done without Stephanie. She’s a bright light of pure love and joy who truly cared about my 8-year-old, who adored her. She’s responsible, reliable, always goes the extra mile, is kind, organized, resourceful, wise, empathetic,...

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Magda D.


West Palm Beach, FL

$49/hr10 yrs exp

I am a military NAVY spouse with two beautiful independent professional daughters, as military family we lived in different states and countries giving me the beautiful opportunity to learn, admire and respect differences cultures and beliefs. Besides English and Spanish I can understand and communicate in Italian. since 2004...
5.0
"Dependable, honest, patient, great person and very professional dealing with confidential issues. Highly recommended for her care and her work ethics."

Bibi N.

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Sophia R.


Boynton Beach, FL

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Babysitter Who Loves Working With Animals And Kids!!!

Hello!! My name is Sophia and I will be 20 in June! I am currently a nursing student at FSU! I am looking for a summertime nanny job. I have babysat since I was 15 and worked at multiple summer camps such as the JCC and Pinetree at Lynn University as well as aftercare. I am comfortable working with multiple kids at a time. I...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gina M.


Boynton Beach, FL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate & Reliable Caregiver

My experience is primarily as a senior care provider, but I have worked with special needs teenagers and adults, mostly in long-term care settings. I have developed effective communication strategies over time and I am reliable, dependable, and personable.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Worth, FL

Lakeyma G.

5.0

Lakeyma babysat my 7.5 month old and was truly lovely with him - singing and dancing with him, feeding him with no problem. She clearly has a lot of experience with infants and was knowledgeable about all the relevant developmental milestones. She was very open to my instructions (though it was...

- Kate H.

Claudia K.

5.0

We adore Claudia and would recommend her!! She is great with our boys and have loved having her help out!! She is very responsible and kindhearted! We couldn't be more happy we found her!

- Ashley N.

Jacqueline H.

5.0

I hired Jacqueline to watch (4) kids aging from 3-6 years old. She communicated wonderfully before the day, and arrived on time the day of. We met once before the scheduled day, and I immediately felt comfortable with her. Jacqueline was wonderful with the kids! She was able to get them all fed and...

- Courtney S.

Brittany T.

5.0

Brittany helped take care of our 7 month old son and 3 year old daughter on the weekends. She did an excellent job engaging and playing with them. She was also very flexible and helped with other tasks like picking my daughter up from school etc.

- Amanda S.

Norine M.

5.0

Norine is very efficient.... an exceptional care taker

- Elizabeth E.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lake Worth, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.