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Special needs caregivers in Miami Gardens, FL

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Deja E.


Miami Gardens, FL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi, I'm Deja and I use to work at different institutes working with trauma people, handicapped people, etc. I also started working as a nurse's aid taking care of both kids and adults with disabilities like autism, down syndrome, diabetes and more, I've fed them, bathe them, clothe them, took them for walks and to zoos so that...
My name is Suzana, I am a responsible, kind, respectful, reliable person, I have all the knowledge of taking care of children with special needs.
Being a Nursing Assistant is a passion for me, I love what I do! I am very dedicated, professional, and very responsible. Have a unique situation? I'm flexible and always willing to learn. If external care is needed (specialist, doctor, etc), I can coordinate all the care your family member needs. Allow me the opportunity to...
Odalys can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Dania L.


Hollywood, FL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Dee Loves The Kids And The Kids Love Dee !

5.0

(3)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I love kids , I've been watching and helping with kids since I was a child. I also worked with special needs children for about 3 years but have had experiences since I was younger, working with special needs.
Dania can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Christie J.


Hollywood, FL

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and reliable Nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children and their families. Adept at providing optimal care to children as young as 8 weeks old to school age. CPR certified, experienced with multiple children at a time, sleep training, and special needs experience. Bringing forth a proven track record...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christie who goes by Kiki is very wonderful she is patient and kind when it comes to working with children i never had to worry when the children were in her care she did her job with a passion i would definitely recommend her."

Marie S.

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Sara W.


Hollywood, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver 14 Years Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am CPR and First Aid certified and took a babysitting course. I have 14 years experience babysitting both boys and girls ranging in age from 1 month to 18 years old. I graduated from Messiah College with a major in biopsychology and minor in gerontology. I am planning to go on to more schooling to become an occupational...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Dependable. Very cheerful with our son. Very flexible with schedule. Was a big help to us."

Robert H.

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Darlene D.


Hialeah, FL

$10-15/hr20 yrs exp

18 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. Patient, calm, creative and friendly, I love playing games that enhance children's learning and homework help available. Newborn/infants care, toddler to teens and special needs. Elderly care as well. Easily adapt to individual family...
Darlene can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Darlene is one of the most caring, considerate childcare professionals around. Not only does she take care of my young ones but she is also a great teacher. She also has helped with my 9 month olds development with sensory toys and is so interactive. I highly...

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Sara W.


Hollywood, FL

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Companion And Personal Care Assistant With 4 Years Experience

4.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have my bachelor of science in biopsychology and gerontology (the study of aging and older adults). I have two years experience working professionally for a retirement home with adults with memory issues as well as physical limitation. This experience included feeding, bathing, activities of daily living, companionship,...
5.0
"Sara has been great in caring for my senior father. She is dependable, hardworking and caring. We would recommend her to any family looking for someone to help care for a family member. "

Nilda G.

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Marisol H.


Opa Locka, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available

I have 10years+ of experience doing housekeeping work, including Hotels, buildings, and medical offices as well as houses. I am responsible, liable and a hard worker. I have also cared for children of different ages, And have experience with special needs children. I consider myself a very happy, friendly, responsible and...
Marisol can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"If you're looking for someone trustworthy, that offers you peace of mind and puts your nerves at ease .You can't go wrong with Marisol . "

Elsie R.

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Doris M.


Hialeah, FL

$47/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for a nanny position and special needs. I have have wonderful references (will provide upon request). I am caring, patient, very responsible, highly honest, punctual, loyal, very clean background and clean driving record. I have always worked with children and I love seeing them develop. I speak Spanish...
Doris can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mrs. Doris is a great person!!! , with big values taught to our family . She gave us invaluable care to our kids . Her kindness overfilling our expectation as a family . Thank you, Mrs Doris . God bless you !!! "

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Shekerr G.


Hollywood, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Full-time Nanny Available

I blindly ventured into the world of nannying at the age of 17 unaware of the immense responsibilities and great joys which awaited me, when a neighbor took a leap of faith and allowed me to babysit for a 2-year-old toddler. This experience awakened a genuine desire to be surrounded by children and to nurture. Throughout...
Shekerr can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were impressed with Shekker, from her thorough knowledge of babies to her compassionate understanding of my special needs son. She was our first choice but due to some schedule conflicts we decided on another interviewee. We will definitely speak to her again if...

Aleisha A.

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Sara S.


Opa Locka, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Looking For A Full Time Job, Available For Senior Companion, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have been caring for adults and children for the last 17 years, I like to make a difference in the daily life of people with special needs. My caring is not limited only to daily activities of their life but also to establish a personal relationship with my clients, that allows them to feel more confident and positive and them...
Sara can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sara delivered first class service. Personal, professional and knowledgeable. She's also very caring offering comforting affectionate support. Her duties here include transferring the patient, showering, dressing & colostomy maintenance, distribute medications....

Gregory W.

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Marian T.


Hollywood, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience taking care of elderly patients As well as children I was a preschool teacher and after school teacher. I have experience with special needs children as I myself have family with autism and learning disabilities . I've also Have experience with terminally ill patients I'm a happy individual and love to see my...
4.0
"We are super happy to have Mariam as our caregiver for this next stage in our lives"

Lissett D.

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Yoanna U.


Miami, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Reliable staff D. Caregiver with a lot of knowledge in handling a variety of emergency situations. I can develop a strong relationship with my patient. I am a specialist in older clients and those with special needs. My duties include providing emotional support to my patients, helping my patients schedule and keep doctor...
Yoanna can also help with: Home modification, companionship, dementia, personal care, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Excelente profesional con mucha ética profesional, responsable y compromiso hacia el cuido y atención del paciente"

Senobia C.

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Deysi G.


Hialeah, FL

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a bachelor degree in early childhood education and Registered Behavior Tecnichian (rbt). I'm teacher with more than 10 years of experience and also 3 years of experience working with children with special needs, and now I am willing to work with and take care of children ( I have 5 years of experience Nanny). I easily...
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Deysi worked with us from August-December 2020. We hired her to help with virtual schooling for our 3 year old, who had just started VPK. She worked 4 hours a day, 5 days a week and I can honestly say that I could not have found a kinder, more attentive caregiver...

Daniela A.

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Heidi A.


Miami Beach, FL

$26-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello i'm a medical graduate with a bachelor degree. worked with pediatrics and geriatrics. I have experience as a caregiver for quadriplegics and locked in syndrome. I can assist with GI feeding and catheters. bowel movement and hoyer transfers. feel free to ask me
5.0
"Heidi has been a wonderful caregiver for my mom 96 with dementia. She is very kind and capable. She is a joy to have in our home. She has been always on time and she will communicate any concerns. I highly recommend Heidi."

Shelley S.

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Connie W.


Hallandale, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I'm a mature, active Professional Nanny, in the Childcare Industry for over 35 years! I've worked harmoniously with many families during my extensive career! I work wonderfully well with children of all ages, caring & nurturing newborns,preteen's! Experienced w/twins & limited areas for special needs children. Adept...
Connie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Connie is a true professional caregiver. She is so loving and engaged with the children. She has years of experience and it shows. She is seasoned with both toddlers and infants and was able to care for both my children successfully while we were on vacation in...

Avra S.

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Maribel S.


Hollywood, FL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Caring And Serious Nanny

I am a Cuban lady that had worked with in special needs my entire life. Back on my country I was special needs kids teacher and then later a regular education teacher for all the age up to 12 years old. I came to this country not long ago so I am still working on my English and while I do that this is the best job that match my...
Maribel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I have known Maribel for more then 20 years. Also her two daughters and her husband Julio. You can be assured that Maribel is of exemplary character. Her honesty in all ways is not to be questioned. She is hard working and most dependable. No matter the job...

Daphne C.

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Sara S.


Opa Locka, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Care Giver

I have experience caring people with Alzheimer physical paralysis autistic and cerebral palsy, people in coma and the terminal state of their life. I'm very strong emotionally and I have capacity to deal with difficult situations. Also I am a good companion, love to talk with people, and learn about them, I am patient and...
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Sherice M.


Hollywood, FL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Certified Child Care/Special Needs Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a patient and energetic individual highly focuses on both the mental and physical development of Special Needs children. I love kids and believe that with a little extra love and attention a lot can happen. I have over 7 plus paid years working with children. I ha e 45 hours and am CDA certified, and also certified in CPR.
5.0
"My 13 y.o. son is on the Autism Spectrum and although he can be absolutely adorable and loving, there are times when he can be very difficult and challenging; however, with very little 1:1 training Sherice always stepped up and met the challenges and provided the...

Keren O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Miami Gardens, FL

Christie J.

5.0

I am a mother of 4 kids and a full time nurse. Hiring a babysitter can be scary but with Christie I had nothing to worry about my kids immediately fell in love with her and would talk about how great of a babysitter she was. She would even tidy up the house and walk the dogs which wasn't even part...

- Sonia C.

Sara W.

5.0

Dependable. Very cheerful with our son. Very flexible with schedule. Was a big help to us.

- Robert H.

Darlene D.

5.0

My daughter was well taken care off, she was fed and showered and in good spirit, I get constant pictures and video updates on their day together. I felt 100% calm and relived to have Darlene take care of my daughter, she is amazing with my kid and my kid loves her so much.

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Sara W.

5.0

Sara always went above and beyond to make sure my grandparents were safe, healthy and happy. I live in another state and she would always check in with me after every visit with them which made me feel closer to them. Sara doesn't miss a beat when it comes to health-related issues. She is very...

- Amanda P.

Marisol H.

5.0

Marisol is a definitely someone you can trust as she is a dedicated mother herself. She has a vibrant personality and is very warm and caring. You will be pleased you hired her.

- Vickie H.

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