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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Leesburg, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Leesburg, FL

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Donna P.


Leesburg, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Educational Therapist, Or Combination Nanny/Tutor

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

All my life since High School, I have worked for special needs families, either as a caregiver, a camp leader, a peer tutor, a Big Sister, a classroom aide, teacher, tutor, or diagnostician. I find that the unique pattern of strengths and needs that these children possess help reflect how the world treats them, and when we treat...
5.0
"Donna was a trusted tutor for A. She worked with A. daily as A. struggled through a difficult curriculum at a private school. When she started with A. in fourth grade, A. was reading at the first grade level. She could read grade level textbooks two years later...

Isabel G.

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Fonteshe G.


Leesburg, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children, children with special needs, as well as senior citizens. I have been in the education system for over 32 years, and have worked with regular education children, as well as children with autism, speech impairments, and behavior needs. I love what I do and would love the opportunity to...
5.0
"Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him...

Jacey S.

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Courtney W.


Leesburg, FL

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician looking to fulfill your family's need! I am patient, caring, and reliable !
I've been sitting for nine years now and have enjoyed almost every moment of it! Being able to take a little off of a parents plate and have a fun day doing it will always be an amazing experience. I have experience with many different types of special needs children and always willing to work in a way that makes the child most...
Gwenivyre can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Renee B.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Pamela S.


The Villages, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver. I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc. I am able to do...
Pamela can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "

Care member

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Lindsey M.


Wildwood, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Gentle Care And Companionship For Your Loved One

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person. I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
Lindsey can also help with: Respite care, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, hospice services, companionship & more
5.0
"Lindsey is stellar, an amazing and trusted caregiver who goes above and beyond."

Russell S.

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Synthia D.


The Villages, FL

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Service/ Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked for special needs clients, seniors and children. I have a warm balanced personality aiming to effectively fill the overall needs of the individuals and/or families I choose to provide care for. I proactively accomplish this by utilizing my creative nature, along with my broad experience and education to deliver top...
5.0
"Synthia is a warm hearted, exceptional, beautiful soul. She assisted me after an unexpected illness. She cared not only for me, but also for my family and household. I don't know what we would have done without her. She shopped, cooked, cleaned, organized, and...

Maureen W.

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Lindsey M.


Wildwood, FL

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Caring Superpower Is Patience!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person. I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
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Pilar G.


Lady Lake, FL

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver And Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
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Jill D.


Lady Lake, FL

$21-29/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in field of elderly care and special needs for 18 years professionally. I am extremely reliable and I pride myself on accountability. I am huge fan of open communication and trust... Please reach out for a meet and greet to see if I would be great asset to your family's needs...
Jill can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ."

Carolyn B.

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Jill D.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing and profesional nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny for 35 years. Mom of three grown children two of them are twins. Special training in multiples and special needs and degree in children's programs and previous preschool teacher. Latchkey/Camp program director for several park districts and overseas outreach programs for children. Travel nanny domestically and...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jill was amazing with our 2 energetic boys. She’s very caring and came with lots of toys and books - they had a great time and keep asking when they can see her again!"

Care member

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Kelly G.


Wildwood, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Aide

I specialize in TBI, spinal cord injury, and visual impairment. I've worked for 10 years in the neuro rehab arena, providing home care for people who have been in catastrophic car/motorcycle accidents. I also have extensive experience with geriatrics, dementia, developmental disabilities except for autism, as well as some mental...
Reliable And Trustworthy Special Needs Provider Do you need help caring for yourself or a loved one after a surgery when you've come home from Rehabilitation? I am retired nurse anesthesiologist, however I still maintain an active registered nurse (RN) license. I'm able to help with medications, care, bathing, physician...
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Synthia D.


The Villages, FL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Please Check My Special Needs Profile For More Detailed Information

I have enjoyed providing top level care for my senior clients. I am a certified Direct Support Professional, with CPR/First Aid, Specializing in Dementia and Behavioral health. Please visit my special care needs profile where I have listed detailed information of my skills, education and experience.
Synthia can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children, teens and adults with special needs for 20 years. I have worked in schools, group homes and in the community. I'm reliable, trustworthy and have great references! I also have a level two back ground check and good driving record. I hope to hear from you soon. Workings in this field is my heart I love...
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Shannon D.


The Villages, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Helper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have well over 29 years of experience with all kinds of health care needs from children to special needs to seniors. I have worked in hospital settings to group homes and homes. I have Knowledge with many illnesses, some of them are dementia, epilepsy, tbi. I have been trained to work with a lot of medical equipment as well. I...
Shannon can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Pamela S.


The Villages, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello, My name is Pam and I have a 24-year-old Autistic daughter and a 23-year-old daughter with Epilepsy and mental illness. I can provide help with date nights, getting out or taken a break. I can be flexible on dates and have 20 years experience with disabilities.
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Latara M.


Lady Lake, FL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Lovely Caregiver

I know I would be a great candidate to take care of your loved one. I have 15 years behind my name working I have work experience in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, alzheimers unit, behavioral kids/adults, home health, hospital, etc. I love helping those who can't help themselves no matter how old or young they are. I...
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Katherine K.


Lady Lake, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of three, two of which are adults, and my youngest who is 12 is at home with me. I have been a homeschool mom for 8 years. I have nannied for two special needs boys, I prepared meals for the week for their family, helped with their school work, and played games, created crafts, and played outside with them. I am Girl...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leesburg, FL

Donna P.

5.0

Donna was a trusted tutor for A. She worked with A. daily as A. struggled through a difficult curriculum at a private school. When she started with A. in fourth grade, A. was reading at the first grade level. She could read grade level textbooks two years later using the Wilson program and...

- Isabel G.

Fonteshe G.

5.0

Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him navigate his few days on the job....

- Jacey S.

Pamela S.

5.0

Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly.

- Care member

Lindsey M.

5.0

From the moment we met her, we all just clicked. I knew my mom would be in the best of care with her and I wouldn’t have to worry about mom and I could just enjoy the day knowing Lindsey was taking care of her. She’s very attentive to my mom’s needs and sends me updates. I can’t thank her enough for...

- Care member

Synthia D.

5.0

I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have some autonomy in his life provide him with a fun, social outlet. She takes him on outings a...

- Tawnya W.

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