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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Leesburg, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Leesburg, FL

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Katherine K.


Lady Lake, FL

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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

Dorothy S.


The Villages, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Sitter

I was a special needs teacher for 35 years and recently retired. I currently do respite for a few families in the Villages.
Dorothy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Dorothy S.


The Villages, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

I was a special needs teacher for 35 years, I'm patient and reliable. Helping the elderly is rewarding and wonderful. I want families to know their loved ones are in good hands. I am CPR and AED certified.
Dorothy can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, personal care, respite care

Sheri R.


The Villages, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Let Me Take Care Of You Or Your Family Like They Are Family.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in a variety of different care-giving positions for over 20 years. I have worked as a nanny, a home health aid, with elderly and with individuals with developmental disabilities. Before moving to Florida, I lived in Pennsylvania and cared for two gentlemen in their 60's in my home. One with developmental...

Hunter S.


The Villages, FL

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi families, I'm Hunter! I am looking for a kind family to invest in and assist in the growth of your little ones! I have 5 years of nanny experience with some experience working at a preschool as well. In addition, I have also coached basketball for 7 years and taught swim for a couple of years too. I have had the wonderful...
Hunter can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Lisa F.


Mount Dora, FL

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

I am a Registered Nurse with NICU pediatric and mother baby experience. As motivated and organized individual I pay attention to detail and the ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently while remaining dedicated to delivering compassionate care. I am a mother to two boys. I also have experience with...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Excellent with my children. She is knowledgeable with baby care along with being kind and compassionate. Is flexible to my scheduling needs. She goes above and beyond with my 5 year old and 1 year old. I highly recommend her. "

Care member

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Kathy A.


Groveland, FL

$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care Or Special Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a certified care provider with compassionate & caring experience with children & seniors. Also, health, wellness & nutrition specialist, home organizer, & have special-needs experience, My glowing recent, local references speak for themselves. I am highly qualified, creative, patient & secure with children, seniors &...
Kathy can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed."

Jennifer W.

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Tate R.


Grand Island, FL

$18-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Passionate And Experienced Sitter/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with kids for the past 10 years and really enjoy getting to know the whole family! I am very flexible and respectful of parent's rules and expectations. I have plenty of experience cooking and household tasks. Huge pet lover. I enjoy coming up with new activities, as well as learning from the children. I grew...
Tate can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"My kids love Tate! She has tons of energy and is on top of our crazy schedule!"

Alyson W.

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Kailyn G.


Mount Dora, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailyn. I have been babysitting children for over 12 years, and previously ran my own childcare business through college. I am now 25 years old, graduated from college, and working in the professional world! I am looking to return to my love for children to help with first time homeowner expenses! I am...
Kailyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Kailyn, and so do our kids. She's very responsible, reliable, has a great personality, easy to work with, and creates relationships with you and the kids"

Kala B.

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Aysia L.


Mascotte, FL

$17-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience babysitting and helping out with housework. I have two younger siblings, including one with special needs and I have assisted with their care. I absolutely love cooking, painting, reading and animals. I'm going to school to study special education/child care. I am able to help out with any...
Aysia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kids enjoyed their time with her, after they ate dinner she took care of the dishes. A very nice young woman, thanks for your time."

John L.

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Heather V.


Belleview, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I put my heart into everything that I do. I'm wise, respectful, and very dependable. I always provide nothing but the best care possible. From the start of high school I was a teachers aide. I dedicated my time each morning before school mentoring children who had failed the FCAT. After high school, I moved on to doing special...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Heather is a responsible young adult, with much compassion and empathy for others."

Mary M.

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Hayleigh R.


Groveland, FL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family! I started babysitting for my younger twin brothers, as they got older I started babysitting for other families as well, and in January of 2021 I got the opportunity to become nanny/ house manager for an amazing family...
Hayleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"HAYLEIGH assisted with early mornings for my son. She would take him to school and also occasionally pick him up from school as needed. She is super friendly and very kind. I instantly felt at ease with her and trusted her to drive my son to school. She was...

Sarah B.

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Kathy A.


Groveland, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior & Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I am a qualified & certified health care provider with recent references. Qualified health & wellness provider, compassionate & caring. I love seniors & pets & all humanity. Highly qualified caretaker. It would be a privilege to interview with you. Thank you!
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Mary Jo M.


Tavares, FL

$13-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Close To My Heart

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature adult with a many years as a professional nutritionist. I am AED, CPR and first aid certified. I hold background/fingerprint clearance from Lake County. I am caring, loving and a Conscientious worker with old school work ethic. I look forward to caring for your loved one.
I was a firefighter/paramedic for 6 years. Currently attending nursing school to further my health care career. I love helping others in any way I can with disability and/or illness / injuries.
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Hayleigh R.


Groveland, FL

$20-26/hr

Hello! I Am Hayleigh A New Registered Behavioral Therapist

I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family. In 2020 | became a nanny to three children, two with special needs one of whom I homeschool. I am now a Registered Behavioral Therapist working with kids everyday doing fun activities and helping them learn in fun...
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Erica D.


Mount Dora, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Knowledgeable Special Needs Care Giver

I provide compassionate and quality services for your special needs family member in your home. I have experience with a wide array of exceptionalities and have worked with many children and individuals on the Autism Spectrum, those who are nonverbal, who have cognitive impairments, and who have emotional regulation...
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Haley R.


Summerfield, FL

$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

I have 8 years of experience baby sitting and doing other household chores. 7 years of house cleaning experience. I have worked for 3 years with special needs children ages from 1-18. I can help with Light Housekeeping, transportation, grocery shopping etc.
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Becky B.


Clermont, FL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Active, Young Professional With 10+ Years Experience Working With Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Becky and I am 24 years old and have over 10+ years working with children of all ages. I have been employed by school district's, YMCA's, day care centers, and private babysitting. I am very active, friendly and passionate person. I love the outdoors such as biking, swimming and working out. I have a CPI...
Becky can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Leesburg, FL

Lisa F.

5.0

Lisa is so caring and genuine with my son. She is a great communicator and we always call her if we need someone!

- Care member

Kathy A.

5.0

Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed.

- Jennifer W.

Tate R.

5.0

Tate came and watched my 3-year-old daughter. She did an amazing job! My daughter warmed up to her instantly. Tate was attentive, worked with her in cleaning up right before it was time to go, and my daughter had a great time. I highly recommend Tate for child care!

- Roger B.

Kailyn G.

5.0

Communication was great and Kailyn was easy to work with and reliable. We anticipate we will hire her frequently.

- Care member

Aysia L.

5.0

She is a blessing!! She takes sick good care of our daughter.

- Sagine D.

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