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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mount Dora, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Mount Dora, FL

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Abbie H.


Clermont, FL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children for close to 30 years. I have always loved children. I grew up babysitting from age 11 and have always loved being around children. I love helping them learn and explore their creative side through arts and crafts, drawing, etc. I really enjoy getting them outside and keeping them active as I feel...
Abbie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"We had a great experience with Abbie. My boys loved her and we look forward to seeing her again. She has great communication skills, is considerate, compassionate, and connects well with children. Two enthusiastic thumbs up!"

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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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Gloria I.


Ocoee, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Gloria, I'm a grad student in being a midwife and have experience with being a Nanny the past three years. I have 8+ years of experience babysitting and nannying children ranging from one year to teens. My past job was for a family of two girls. I am creative, flexible, and love to be active, have some experience with...
Gloria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gloria is compassionate, kind and strong. A great sitter to my three kids. "

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Ashley S.


Apopka, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
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Tricia A.


Clermont, FL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...
5.0
"We had Tricia watch our special needs son while we were on a trip in Florida. She was very sweet and knowledgeable. It was such a relief to leave our son knowing he would be well cared for. She fed him, tube fed him and gave him a breathing treatment in addition to...

Tiffany H.

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Kathleen K.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Bring Back The SMILES And Laughter. It's Healing.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Kathleen here! I am here to spread the word. These words are: There are still good people. The world in which we live can be incredibly unpredictable. So instead, lets focus on certainty. You are here looking for a compassionate, faithful and dedicated person to be present with a loved one. To speak up for your loved one. To...
5.0
"Wow! Kathleen is AMAZING! What a wonderful individual. We've had Kathleen watch my 15 year-old son with special needs for about a week now. Unfortunately, we're only here for another week, but hopefully she'll be available to watch him again when we return for...

Chad A.

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James H.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time, As-Needed Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is James and I am 26 years old. Prior to moving to Florida I worked at an inclusion daycare with children who had varying levels of sensory processing disorder and other delays. I moved to Florida in August of 2017 and did a College Program for 9 months. I worked at a childcare center for kids of cast members for...
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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, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Very considerate. Provided transportation when needed, reorganizing house, light house keeping, and companionship. Will keep using her once a week. "

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Gabriela B.


Ocoee, FL

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter With A Flexible Schedule! (Bilingual)

I have 6 years of experience in babysitting and tutoring. I've cared for children from ages 2-12, tutored for kids age 6-12, and also have experience with children of special needs. In my experience I've found that child care is one of the most rewarding jobs and has such a special place in my heart!
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Gabriela was amazing with my 3 y/o son! They were so active and she was able to plan fun things for them to do together while my husband and I were away at work. With a flexible schedule and great work ethic, I could always rely on her! Bonus points for the humor...

Arianna C.

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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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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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hire Christina. She is phenomenal. Our daughter (who was 1 when we met Christina) loves her and took to her instantly. She even included Christina, after months of not seeing her, anytime we'd talk about "our family." She's a natural with little ones - so caring,...

Lindsey G.

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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye! As a mom to a wonderful 19-year-old son, I know firsthand how important it is to find a caregiver who is nurturing, patient, and engaging. My experience in caregiving includes working with children of all abilities, as well as providing companionship to special needs...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look forward to seeing her and I feel completely comfortable with them in her care. She was willing to learn how to feed...

Tember B.

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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, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & 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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Erika A.


Orlando, FL

$24/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Erika and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with 3 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I started out in a child care facility, then transferred to a group home setting working with children with developmental disabilities, im now a registered behavior technician working with...
Erika can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Erika was very kind and patient with my kiddo. He enjoyed her. She communicated well prior her schedule "

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Donna P.


Leesburg, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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

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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Gail W.


Sanford, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Help Because I Care

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 is a great caregiver. Her personality makes her pleasant to be around and she is a hard worker. She is dependable and truly cares about her the needs of her client."

Andrea A.

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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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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive Caregiver With Special Needs Background

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have over seven years of experience supporting adults with special needs in leading independent, fulfilling lives. I provide compassionate assistance in the home, including cooking, cleaning, personal care, and medication reminders, as well as accompany individuals to...
5.0
"Is a very special caregiver that always takes time to listen and always provides wonderful care and friendship! My son Matthew and I think she is the best!"

gayle C.

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Gail W.


Sanford, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Here To Help. Please Tell Me How Can I Assist You?

Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Gail! I am a mature adult who has raised four children into respectable adults. I've cared for other people's children and aging parents throughout the years. I've cared for infants, twins, a child with a brain tumor. Also, adults with Alzheimer, strokes and other special needs adults & children. I've worked at...
Gail can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gail was great with my newborn, highly recommend her. She's a kind person and will take good care of your little ones"

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Elizabeth A.


Altamonte Springs, FL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Army Wife Seeking Baby Sitting Jobs

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

If you need an experienced caregiver, I'm you're girl! I've undergone the Red Cross Babysitting program, and I love working with kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples, newborns, and special needs. For the last 3 years, I worked for a family adventure cruise in Panama City Fl. I grew up closely with cousins who...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elizabeth was wonderful with our 15-month old son (and our German Shepherd)! She showed up on time, asked all the right questions and made us feel incredibly comfortable leaving our son for the first time with a babysitter. I could not have been happier with her!"

Brittany M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mount Dora, FL

Abbie H.

5.0

Abbie was fantastic. My pup needed some special care while I was out of town and I couldn’t have asked for a better person. She was very caring and loving toward him and he loved her. I was definitely nervous leaving my pup but she took every precaution and communicated with me regularly to put my...

- Care member

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.

Gloria I.

5.0

Gloria is compassionate, kind and strong. A great sitter to my three kids.

- Care member

Tricia A.

5.0

Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical field. She even cared for my pets when I had to travel. She checks on us regularly, and always goes above and beyond. I recommend her most highly.

- Theresa F.

Kathleen K.

5.0

Kathleen was super sweet, we connected right from our first meeting. Kathleen was very responsive and kept in touch during the night we hired her and she was really great with my Mom! I would highly recommend and we'd certainly hire her again!

- Dawn R.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Mount Dora, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.