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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Longwood, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Longwood, FL

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Gaia B.


Longwood, FL

$22-30/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny Caregiver Nurse

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a very compassionate nanny/caregiver with many years of experience I am well qualified to work in this position. I possess proven skills and drive to care for patients in their homes.
5.0
"Gaia has a caring and outgoing personality and genuine desire to help the person she is working with/for. She is quick to pick up on any new skills needed, the routine, and she is organized and self motivated. She helps our family with our son, who has special...

Victoria R.

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Katherine T.


Longwood, FL

$27-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I live in Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages/ children on spectrum levels. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few years I provided Home Health Care...
5.0
"I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping, shopping, etc.) Awhile ago I blew out my back and was laid up for a short period. The burden of daily chores was...

John K.

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Christina C.


Longwood, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Caring Nanny, Babysitter & Tutor

Hi! I am a reliable and patient person with more than 15 years of experience in caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I have about 4 years experience as a nanny, and I have a lot of experience in tutoring children in my care. I have a Masters in Education, so if your children need help in school I am qualified to...
Christina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christina is a warm, loving, and fun babysitter. She has watched our children for years, since they were infants, and all three of my children love her. She is extremely professional and dependable, and a pleasure to be around. I have always felt completely...

Stephanie V.

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Carolina C.


Longwood, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need

I have about 10 yrs experience with special need kids I truly love children. I have a brand new background check Full cover insurance
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Gabriella M.


Longwood, FL

$15-23/hr3 yrs exp

Ready To Serve

I am a talented young professional who has experience providing personal care to adults and children with disabilities. I have served as an overnight camp counselor for Easterseals' Camp Challenge where we provided companionship, summer camp memories, and personal care to people ranging from age 5 to 65 with varying...
Hi my name is Jessica, I am 21 years old, I am currently in college to become a speech language pathologist. But I am taking classes online so my schedule is flexible. I love animals of all kinds, I love working with kids, and I have a lot of experience working with kids as well. I volunteer at my church with kindergarten to 5th...
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Valentina P.


Longwood, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Kind And Patience Babysitter Available

Working with special children and adults is something that I hold close to my heart. I have been involved in an organization for disabled people for over 2 years already and it has been one of the best experience in my life. I'm a caring person with good principles and values, who loves working with children.
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Heidi W.


Longwood, FL

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I have been a CNA for five years and have learned so much. Recently I have been interested in working with special needs as I go through nursing school, and am hoping to find the perfect fit here on care!
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Kamelia R.


Longwood, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Certified Nurse, CPR Certified, First Aid

I have been a CNA/HHA/MA and Nanny for 26 years. I work with all kind of children from newborns to 15 yrs old, as well as children with special needs. I enjoy caring for children and I do have children of my own who are all grown up. I have a 25 years experience working with seniors or elderly: Well trained and full experience...
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Carina W.


Longwood, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Empathetic Caregiver Who Loves To Have Fun!

I love kids and they love me. I am a mom to a precious 18-month-old daughter, a big sister (to 6 siblings!), and an Auntie and I adore children. I have a background in education, special education, and childhood development and have been employed as a paraeducator (teaching assistant and co-teacher) at the pre-k, middle, and...
Carina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Heidi W.


Longwood, FL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Heidi and I'm experienced in child care for the past 10 years. I've nannied children of ages from newborn to teens, nannied newborn twins, children with special needs, and nannied for families with up to 8 children. I'm certified in CPR, ALS, BLS, and have worked in the medical field for years. My medical...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Angie S.


Longwood, FL

$16-17/hr10 yrs exp

Grandma Nanny

Hello! I'm a mother of 5 grown children. My last one is in high school graduating in May and headed to college to play softball on a scholarship. I have over 20 years experience with children with special needs and medical issues. My 20 daughter has Down syndrome. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands if needed.
Angie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hello! I have over 6 years of experience in babysitting, with children ranging from 5 months to 11 years. I also have experience with watching multiple children at once and am comfortable watching 4 at a time, depending on their ages. I have CPR and first aid training and am also experienced with special needs such as epilepsy,...
Marisa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Aurinel A.


Winter Park, FL

$16-17/hr5 yrs exp

Medical School Graduate From Venezuela

General Medicine graduate with a passion for caring for people of all ages, including children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs. Certified in early childhood care, I bring patience and a bilingual advantage to provide compassionate and comprehensive healthcare and companionship.
Aurinel can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, transportation, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Aurinel used to take care of my grandmother and she was amazing. She loved her, unfortunately my grandmother passed away. "

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Melody L.


Apopka, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Melody and I'm a natural born care provider. I am outgoing, friendly, dependable, honest, super patient and come with over 20 years of hands on experience. I am a trained home health aid and my goal is to provide a safe place where your loved one can thrive and be cared for. I can prepare food, provide...
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Monica P.


Winter Springs, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Empty-nester Available To Provide Reliable Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Loving "empty-nester" available to provide nurturing care part-time for your child or children. I have raised two beautiful daughters (22 & 24) and desire to help a family with reliable, dependable child care. Flexible schedule, love pets, will gladly help with light housekeeping. I am trustworthy and love children of all ages....
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Gail W.


Sanford, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Help Because I Care

3.7

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, From childhood to adulthood I have cared for those with special needs including but not limited to, major heart defects, asthma, diabetes, MD & MS. I have worked in an assisted living facility, and provided in-home care to children and adults with learning, mental, and physical disabilities. My children grew up playing...
5.0
"Gail has watched my two special needs sons. She was dependable, trustworthy, and very professional. She took very good care of the children and left the house in better shape than it was when she arrived! I trust my children in her care and would definitely...

Lindsay R.

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Mary C.


Winter Springs, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Brain Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My heart is helping children who struggle cognitively and socially in school and/or being comfortable in their own skin. I have studied autism as a autism Mom, Independent Researcher, Co-Author, and Author. I have also been a Substitute Teacher for almost 10 years. My classroom was my laboratory. I have also had experience as a...
5.0
"I've known Mary C. since 2012. Mary is a very sincere, kind, honest person with the utmost integrity and character that I know. She is an avid researcher and someone I would trust with my children implicitly."

Laurie C.

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Marilyn F.


Apopka, FL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Available Part-Time And Occasional Care-Giving

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had two babies myself. And I've been employed by three different families to take care of their newborns. I am a sweet , kind, energetic, positive, flexible, can do, punctual Nanny. Available part time, seeking a loving , stable family to become a major part of a team.. Most recently, I have been the primary caregiver for...
Marilyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Excellent a rare find in a wonderful care giver"

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Allison D.


Winter Park, FL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

CNA/ Med Tech / Caregiver

During high school I was often drawn to help my peers who had special needs, although I was never formally asked to. One time I even put helping other kids in front of my own needs and it poorly affected my grades. The following year was called into the office where the principal told me many teachers had acknowledged my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Longwood, FL

Gaia B.

5.0

Gaia has a caring and outgoing personality and genuine desire to help the person she is working with/for. She is quick to pick up on any new skills needed, the routine, and she is organized and self motivated. She helps our family with our son, who has special needs, and helps balance our family...

- Victoria R.

Katherine T.

5.0

I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping, shopping, etc.) Awhile ago I blew out my back and was laid up for a short period. The burden of daily chores was lifted as I was able to depend on...

- John K.

Christina C.

5.0

Christina is a warm, loving, and fun babysitter. She has watched our children for years, since they were infants, and all three of my children love her. She is extremely professional and dependable, and a pleasure to be around. I have always felt completely comfortable leaving my children with her....

- Stephanie V.

Aurinel A.

5.0

Aurinel used to take care of my grandmother and she was amazing. She loved her, unfortunately my grandmother passed away.

- Care member

Gail W.

5.0

Gail has watched my two special needs sons. She was dependable, trustworthy, and very professional. She took very good care of the children and left the house in better shape than it was when she arrived! I trust my children in her care and would definitely recommend her to others needing care of...

- Lindsay R.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

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