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Special needs caregivers in Maitland, FL

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Donna B.


Winter Springs, FL

$21-22/hr7 yrs exp

Funny, Playful, Caring

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Donna I am a proud mother of 4 grown children. I miss caring for children and being depended upon. I am a conscientious mom. I am creative and attentive. I know how difficult it is to raise children while working. It is important to me that you know your children are safe and happy while under my care. I am very...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Donna is an excellent care taker!! She currently nannies for our 6 month old. She's been with us since our daughter was 4 months old. We feel so lucky to have Donna!! She's kind, caring and patient. She's excellent with communication and super reliable! She has a...

Vived B.

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Kayla F.


Orlando, FL

$13-15/hr12 yrs exp

Friendly & Fun Musical Nanny, Theme Park/Resort Caregiver, And Pet Sitter!

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kayla, and I've been sitting children ages Newborn-12 years for over 10 years, including twins, minor special needs, and large families. I graduated MFA Musical Theater, and I can't wait to share my passion of singing, dancing, and acting with your family! I'm CPR/AED certified, and rated in the top 1% of...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kayla is amazing! She is full of energy and my kids are always entertained. She does so much for us, above and beyond in fact. She is my first go to when looking for someone to watch my Littles. I highly recommend her!!"

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Megan H.


Winter Park, FL

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Megan. I am currently a senior at UCF majoring in social work, while minoring in health science in hopes of becoming a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. I have babysat, nannied and worked in a preschool for the last 5 years. I have done live-in, overnight shifts, full-time nanny, morning routines, date nights.....
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She is wonderful with my kids they have so much fun with her. She is reliable and dependable."

Marisa M.

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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, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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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Morgan S.


Orlando, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Morgan. I am a currently a fourth grade teacher for Public Schools. This is my third year teaching and I love it! I have experience working with children of all ages, as well as children with special needs. I graduated from University of Central Florida with a degree in Social Work. I absolutely love...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Morgan to watch our 1 year old daughter. Right off the bat, I loved how transparent and personable she is which made me feel comfortable. Morgan is very loving, caring and considerate towards us and our daughter. She started working for us right before we...

Samantha S.

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Barbara G.


Orlando, FL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I previously taught high school in the UK before relocating to the US in 2003. since being in the US I have gained several years experience and training in the child care and caring industry. Including a diploma in early childhood education CDA certification in child care, 45 hours children and family training. I have also been...
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms. Barbara provided the best care to our 3 month old son. She was very attentive, nurturing, and caring. She learned his cues very quickly. She read books to him, sung nursery rhymes, and did tummy time with him. We would even go for a daily walk. Our son adapted...

Daveta H.

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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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Tasha M.


Orlando, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Special Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Barbara G.


Orlando, FL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
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Samantha G.


Orlando, FL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

OT Student Caretaker For Kiddos And Adults :)

Howdy, I'm Samantha G.! I am an Occupational Therapy student at the University of Florida, but studied Exercise Physiology at Florida State (Go 'Noles!) I have 3 years of experience working with adults with physical and speech disabilities (but am skilled working with a variety of diagnoses across the lifespan)! I am working...
5.0
"Sam has been a blessing to our family providing caregiving services for my 73yo mother who is a stroke survivor. She is proactive, smart, patient and overall kind. She is always eager to help in any way with a huge smile on her face. Sam has become a treasured part...

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Margaret S.


Lake Mary, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Full-time Or Part-time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Margaret, and I was a nanny for 5 years. I have experience with everything from; managing the household, light and heavy duty housekeeping, grocery shopping, running errands, pet care, pick up/drop off to and from school, and after school activities. I have worked with children since my senior year of high school,...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Marian B.


Winter Park, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have provided direct personal care for adults with developmental and physical disabilities for 13 years in a residential setting. I also have years of experience with dementia. I am fully vaccinated. I provide caring and compassionate companionship.
5.0
"Marian is a dedicated, caring Direct Support Professional that always puts the needs of her individuals first. She has 20 years experience caring for those unable to care for themselves. She was highly regarded in our agency for her professionalism, reliability,...

Stephanie S.

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Alanna G.


Orlando, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lani. I am a performer at universal Orlando and a parade performer at seaworld on Sesame Street. I've been babysitting for a little over 10 years. I've done everything from driving around to after school activities, to babysitting children with special needs, and traveling with families to care for children. I...
Alanna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have five years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am a substitute teacher and have nursing home aide experience. I worked with special needs for a couple of years. I'm currently in school for my second master's. I love kids. I'm passionate about children.
Jelissa Kiera can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi, my name is Mercedez. I'm a 37-year-old single energetic mom with 2 kids myself. My kids are in middle school and independent. I have many years with raising my kids alone and would love to help others now that mine are older. I have my own quiet apartment and my own transportation. I'm a special needs teacher and I'm...
Mercedez can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Carla W.


Orlando, FL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

My passion is working with adults developmental disabilities. . I have 18year of experience caring for adults and children with special needs. I also provide door to door Transportation Services to and from school or work. I enjoy taking them out to see world and enjoying life. .Senior care available.
Carla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
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Emery M.


Orlando, FL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience as an overnight camp councilor!! I am also employed as a hostess at Outback steak house for about 2 years now. I graduated High School in May of 2024 and plan on attending College in Orlando while also continuing to work! I love working with kids (and pets!!) I also have experience working with...
Emery can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Renee L.


Orlando, FL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a teacher who works with special needs. I have been doing this for four years now and it such an amazing experience. I absolutely love doing what I do.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maitland, FL

Donna B.

5.0

Donna is an excellent care taker!! She currently nannies for our 6 month old. She's been with us since our daughter was 4 months old. We feel so lucky to have Donna!! She's kind, caring and patient. She's excellent with communication and super reliable! She has a real passion for the kiddos. Don't...

- Vived B.

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla is so amazing! My kids love her and so do I! When I came home I had a clean house and all house duties done and happy kids. What a pleasant surprise!

- Care member

Megan H.

5.0

She is wonderful with my kids they have so much fun with her. She is reliable and dependable.

- Marisa M.

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.

Mary C.

5.0

She has a huge knowledge about how brain works, and she is very patience with my children. She helps them with their homework, and show them how to exercise their brain. They enjoy studying with her. Thanks Mrs Mary!

- Kim N.

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