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60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Smyrna Beach, FL

The average rate is $17/hr as of December 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in New Smyrna Beach, FL

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Patricia S.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver For Developmentally Disabled

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with the developmentally disabled in residential homes and in-home. I am familiar with the difficulties this population has in social atmospheres and I am informed about possible behavioral issues that might arise. I am currently working with a women who has spina bifida as a companion and personal care attendant.
5.0
"Pat took wonderful care of my elderly father. She is a lovely woman and I highly recommend her. "

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Jesica F.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First, I am very patience; I use a lot of creativity, and consistency. I assess each child s individual needs and strengths. Then I can build up strategies that will help each student with focus, stay on task, and learn to their full capabilities. Make lesson plans where all the activities are age appropriate and carefully...
5.0
"My family traveled out of town for my sons wedding and in order to attend the festivities, we needed someone to watch my 15 year old Autistic Son . You know this takes a special someone. Jesica was not good ,or great , but nothing less than Phenomenal! Loving,...

Jerome P.

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Stephine S.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thanks for your interest! Here's a little bit about me. I graduated from Texas State University in 2013 with my Bachelor's in Special Education. I taught for 3 years as a Life Skills teacher and 3 years as an Autism teacher. I have taught students from 5 to 18 years old. Before I was a certified teacher, I gained...
I have more then 10 years experience. My nephew who is 17 has spectrum autism I helped my brother and his wife help him grow. He has sensory issues, anger issues authority issues now since I have been in his life things have minimized a lot.
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Alyssa I.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$15-35/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny (fully Vaccinated)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For three years I worked as a PCA at Arcola Methacton Middle school. Here I learned to support multiple individuals with intellectual disabilities in a school setting. I assisted these students with self-care, mobility, social skills, fine and gross motor skills and much more. We were a life skills class room that believed...
I am an Lpn currently awaiting my nursing license for Florida as I have relocated from Pennsylvania and have had to apply for Florida state. Looking for work at this time. Worked for BAYADA Peds for 7 years with childrens with Autism, CP, Seizure disorders, incontinence, g tube feedings ect. CPR certified. I look forward to...
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Leilani D.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$18-22/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Ready For A Play Date :)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Going from living at home with my parents and being the primary caretaker for younger siblings, to life guarding the kiddie pools at Kalahari, becoming a tutor/babysitter handling 3-4 elementary aged kids at a time, to being an after school nanny, volunteering weekly time to be a youth leader at church and building a life-long...
Leilani can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kaitlyn H.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$14-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

My experience in child care has been with infants and preschool age children as well as working with special needs children.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Delaney V.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

About Me

Hi! My name is Delaney, and I'm 23 years old. I am new to nannying as a full-time job, but I have years of experience. I am the third oldest of a family of 9, with two of my siblings having Down Syndrome. I am more than comfortable caring for and assisting those with special needs. Currently I am a Paraprofessional in Elementary...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Marissa E.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Young, Responsible, Honest & Love Kids

My name is Marissa. I graduated high school early and preparing to attend college locally part-time. I've always enjoyed being around children as they seem to be drawn to me as well. I have experience babysitting plus child care at my local gym. Special needs children have a special place in my heart as well. My handicap...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Heather L.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Caregiver Who's Worked With Lots Of Kids And Also Special Needs Adults

I have been my sisters nanny in the past as well as taken care of an adult who is Deaf and has Cerebral Palsy, I was a live in caregiver for him for 10 years. I know some ASL although I need to take more classes to refresh my skills. I'm great with seniors and kids both. I love to listen to their stories, I'm pretty good with...
Heather can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 25+ years of experience taking care of children, with a substantial focus on children with special needs, as well as newborns, infants, and twins. Are you searching for a patient, kind, responsive caregiver who is willing to establish and/or maintain routines, provide insight, guidance & consultation to both new and...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Heather was great filling in for a few weeks between nannies for our nine-month old daughter. From the moment we met her, we liked her! She was prepared, communicative, easy going, and most importantly, you could tell that she loved our daughter! She was great with...

Ben F.

Liisa M.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

Cheerful, Energetic Caregiver

I am a retired nurse who recently moved here from PA with my husband. I have 40 years in home health experience, the majority as a respiratory/ventilator nurse. I am comfortable with all aspects of client care and look forward to providing families with reliable worry free service.
I'm really passionate about helping people and have already earned my CNA license and CPR certification. I'm also fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu. In the past, I've had the pleasure of volunteering with Special Olympics where I got to work with some amazing special needs children. It was such a rewarding experience...
Skylynn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, companionship, errands
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Meghan N.


Edgewater, FL

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Former Assistant Preschool Teacher, Looking For A Family To Nanny For/ Babysitter On The Weekends!

4.3

(7)

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi, there! My name is Meghan and I am a certified Med tech, and have been a caregiver for elderly and children for 10 years. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I am most comfortable working for seniors, as that is what I have been doing at my most recent job, however I am open to help with children, special needs children or...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Meghan was wonderful. Or family loved her and was really sad when she had to move to a new city for school. She genuinely cares about the children and tries to make everyone's life better by being in it. "

Morgan T.

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Jennifer M.


Deltona, FL

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I was a care giver for about two years part-time for an elderly woman that had dementia and Parkinson's as well as a caregiver for a year for an elderly man with special needs. I also used to volunteer in several nursing homes. I enjoy working with the elderly and assisting them with their daily...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Jennifer is well educated, professional, patient, compassionate and a blessing. She didn't just try to provide basic care needs for my grandmother who had Parkinson's & dementia, Jennifer engaged her."

Dawn L.

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Satyamattie A.


Deltona, FL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Florita and I have experience working with autistic and special needs children from 2-year-olds to 15-year-olds. I have worked part-time with three families in Florida for over five years. I love helping people and kids and feel good about what I do which is help children grow and not just babysit them. I have worked...
5.0
"Florita has been such a big help for my family and I, she is very reasonable and punctual. I never have to worry about my daughter being in good hands! Thanks again so much for your continued help."

Mercedes H.

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Jennifer M.


Deltona, FL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a passion to care for children with disabilities since I was in high school, when I volunteered in the Best Buddies club. I also have a cousin who has autism and I enjoyed spending time with her growing up. I teach students with special needs in Orange County. I have experience working with students with autism,...
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Teresa M.


Edgewater, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional HHCW & FORMER HomeSchooling MOM To KID With AUTISM

I'm a 58-year-old, widowed , non smoking , home health care worker certified through Oregon & also as a Personal Support Worker for the Mental Health & ID/DD community. Though my license is not current , I have taken my C. N. A. as well. I have over 17 years experience in the field and excellent references. I'm cheerful, patient...
I have 40years of experience from working in hospital nurseries , to children with special needs, to hospice care inpatient units, home hospice care, nursing skilled units , to assisted living and memory care units. I can help with Home Care and Dementia. Enjoy meeting clients to make them smile and feel comfortable. Sincere and...
Mary can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Patricia S.

5.0

Pat took wonderful care of my elderly father. She is a lovely woman and I highly recommend her.

- Care member

Jesica F.

5.0

My family traveled out of town for my sons wedding and in order to attend the festivities, we needed someone to watch my 15 year old Autistic Son . You know this takes a special someone. Jesica was not good ,or great , but nothing less than Phenomenal! Loving, caring , reliable, sharing and...

- Jerome P.

Heather P.

5.0

Heather was great filling in for a few weeks between nannies for our nine-month old daughter. From the moment we met her, we liked her! She was prepared, communicative, easy going, and most importantly, you could tell that she loved our daughter! She was great with keeping her busy with her...

- Ben F.

Meghan N.

5.0

Meghan is absolutely amazing she takes care of my grandson in the morning and drops him off at school. I would definitely hire Meghan again.

- Nicole P.

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jennifer is well educated, professional, patient, compassionate and a blessing. She didn't just try to provide basic care needs for my grandmother who had Parkinson's & dementia, Jennifer engaged her.

- Dawn L.

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