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

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in New Smyrna Beach, FL

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Patricia S.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver For Developmentally Disabled

5.0

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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. "

Care member

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Ivana B.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/ Nanny/ Pediatric Massage Therapist/ Elder Caregiver/ Special Needs/ Housekeeper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, pediatric massage therapist, caregiver and housekeeper. I care for your child and house as it was mine and for your elders as they were my parents. I believe that kids are the happiness of a home and the elderlies are reservoirs of knowledge and experience, critical for preserving history, traditions,...
Ivana can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ivana has been a great help with my mom. She is very prompt, thorough and very knowledgeable in nutrition as well as holistic methods. We r so grateful to have such a caring person helping her. I would highly recommend her as a caregiver."

Care member

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Stephine S.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$20-30/hr • 10 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/hr • 5 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...
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Michele S.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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/hr • 5 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kaitlyn H.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$14-30/hr • 12 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

As a childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I am passionate about nurturing and supporting children's growth. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting experiences, which ignited my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I believe in open and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Delaney V.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$13-15/hr • 8 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:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Heather is an amazing caregiver & teacher! She is creative (and has a BFA), conscientious, flexible, patient & loving. She cares for and home schools my tween kiddo with autism & cerebral palsy. They stay active with walks, bike rides, park visits & field trips....

Heather E.

Liisa M.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$16-30/hr • 1 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.
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Meghan N.


Edgewater, FL

$18-22/hr • 6 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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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.

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Ashley G.


Port Orange, FL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with an Autistic child for about 1 1/2 years as an ABA Therapist before I moved to Florida from Ohio, along with baby-sitting a newborn with Down syndrome. I fell in love working with them and watching him grow and learn. I have a passion for the special needs children because they are special people and a joy to...
5.0
"Ashley is very responsible, skilled, and friendly. She is on time, goes the extra mile, and truly cares about our child. We could not be more satisfied! She has handled some difficult behavioral upsets and managed very well."

Peter M.

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Jennifer M.


Deltona, FL

$22-25/hr • 3 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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, personal care & 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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Jennifer M.


Deltona, FL

$40-45/hr • 10 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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Satyamattie A.


Deltona, FL

$20-25/hr • 6 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 (for short) is an amazing caretaker. We hired Florita to stay overnight with our 2month old. As parents to a newborn, and a toddler, we were able to get some much needed rest several nights a week, knowing that our baby was in amazing hands. Florita took...

Krizia E.

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Teresa M.


Edgewater, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 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...
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Mary M.


Port Orange, FL

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CPR

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Shelby C.


Deltona, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Respectful, Responsible, Reliable.

I have 10 years of experience with childcare. I have experience with special needs and limited mobility care. I make it my duty to care for your little as YOU need and want. I love to safely do fun science experiments as well as crafts. I'm caple of cooking and doing light chores if necessary. I'm experienced with all ages and...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sheridan S.


Deltona, FL

$13-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a very compassionate CNA that has experience with caring for children of all ages and special needs children as well.
Sheridan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

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

Ivana B.

5.0

Ivana is a compassionate caregiver with years of experience. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. She has an energetic caring personality along with being dependable, always punctual, very courteous, accommodating and hard working.

- Care member

Heather P.

5.0

Heather is amazing! She was a full-time nanny for our son for almost a year. She started with our family when he was 3 months of age. We also have an older son, 3 years, who Heather occasionally watched as well. I can't say enough great things about Heather. She treats your children like her own and...

- Care member

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.

Ashley G.

5.0

Ashley is very responsible, skilled, and friendly. She is on time, goes the extra mile, and truly cares about our child. We could not be more satisfied! She has handled some difficult behavioral upsets and managed very well.

- Peter M.

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Ratings for New Smyrna Beach, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New Smyrna Beach, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.