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Special needs caregivers in Newberry, FL

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Diana Q.


Newberry, FL

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

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I have experience with toddlers and kids with specials needs, I can help with some light housekeeping duties and preparing meal for the kid.
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Elizabeth R.


Newberry, FL

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Baby-sitter/Nanny Available

I have years of experience with kids and I love kids. I have two sisters, 23 and 15, my youngest sister is special-needs, she is Autistic, so I do have experience working with special needs kids. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and I have babysat from a range of different ages. I've babysat for groups of kids. After...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Emily M.


Archer, FL

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives. My approach to childcare is centered around...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Emily is our current nanny to our 10 month old girl, C! Emily is so great with her! She is kindhearted, dependable, always on time, communicates well and is very helpful. C immediately took to her and they have got along great since the start. She helps with...

Olivia C.

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Peyton H.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Evenings

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 8 years of babysitting experience with children ages 3 months to 16 years old. I truly have a passion for child care and have completed Early Childhood Education & Development courses in college, as well as volunteering with children with special needs. I have my own car and am happy to provide transportation as...
Peyton can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super respectful of our home and is great with our family dog too. Something I really like about Peyton is she always tries to get our...

Maddison M.

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Jennifer H.


Gainesville, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a nanny for more than 10 years now. I was a nanny for a family for 11 years. They started as a family of 3, but grew into a family of six by the end! I have a lot of experience with infants all the way up to teenagers. I also have experience with children with different special needs. For example, I've watched hearing...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jennifer is a 10/10 as nanny's go and a gem of a person. She is smart, sweet, and genuinely loves children. She is naturally organized and a hard worker. She's a phenomenal cook. I always felt relaxed and happy when Jennifer would come. She gave love and...

Anita W.

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Alayna K.


Gainesville, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time/ Part Time Caregiver

Since I was 10 years old I have volunteered at the Special Olympics in Northeast Ohio. Most recently I ran the 8 and under events. I also ran an after school ice skating program for children with disabilities that my mom taught. This was through my high school, which they still use today :) I worked at a summer camp called Camp...
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Enya T.


Archer, FL

$13-25/hr1 yrs exp

CNA Certified In First Aide/BLS And CPR, Experienced In Helping Special Needs Kids And The Elderly.

I am certified as a CNA, and am qualified in First Aide/Basic Life Support and CPR. I have worked in a nursing home and gained experience dealing with a variety of elderly patients. I acted as an assistant to an occupational therapist in holding "social groups" with special needs kids to teach them life skills in a fun setting....
My name is Lily, I am a 20-year-old college student currently studying at the University of Florida. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have experience with children ranging from the ages of 1-14. As well as minimal experience with special needs children. I have always loved kids and often find myself...
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Enya T.


Archer, FL

$13-15/hr

Full Time Caregiver Available

I greatly enjoy helping kids learn and grow in a safe and fun way. I have previously helped direct "social groups" in which I aided therapists in teaching special needs kids social and general life skills in a fun and engaging way. I am certified as a CNA and EMR, and k am vertified in CPR and First Aide/Basic Life a support. I...
Enya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Maeve H.


Gainesville, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I began babysitting for my family and friends at a very young age. In school I took an early childhood class and many of my assignments involved working with children outside of the classroom. I also spent a year working with the special needs children that attended my school. I am very active and adventurous, and I am fluent in...
Maeve can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the boys and kept them engaged. She also helped with light housekeeping around the house."

Bonnie M.

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Cindy M.


Gainesville, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

International Experience Nanny , Babysitter , And Domestic Helper

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

greetings to all Parents out there. I just move here in gainesville. my name is Cindy I'm originally from the Philippines. I have lots of experience taking care of infants, toddlers, and young kids with or without special needs. And also I can do some house chores too. I am a very independent nanny with caution, especially for...
Cindy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

4.0
"Cindy has been the full time sitter of my son for an entire year- from May 2020 to May 2021. She has been extremely great with my son- almost like a second mom while I was out working. She played with him, cooked for him, cleaned our house. She was extremely...

Andrea D.

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Megann B.


Gainesville, FL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Loving, Organized, Patient, Kind, And Creative

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My Name is Megann and I am a graduate from the Univeristy of Florida with a Bachelors degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences. I have experience caring for multiple children, including those with various special needs. I am looking for something consistent where I can apply what I have learned throughout school...
Megann can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Megann is wonderful and our kids quickly became completely obsessed with her. When she wasn't introducing them to painting, games or crafts inside, she was playing basketball, riding scooters, or taking them for walks outside. If you're looking for someone...

Evan G.

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Kaitlyn T.


High Springs, FL

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

With over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, I have grown confident and absolutely love the work I do. I love to combine my passion for outdoor activities, nature, and art with my career of working with children. I am a ski instructor with a background in camp counseling, guiding adventures, and I have...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is very reliable and absolutely adored by my 4 and 2 year olds! They get so excited when I tell them Kaitlyn is coming to hang out with them for a few hours."

Vienna O.

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Bailey D.


Gainesville, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! I'm currently a second year master's student at UF pursuing a degree in sustainable development. This is my third year in a row using care. com and am a big fan of the site, I've found lots of great families to work with. I've worked with infants to teens so I have a wide rage of experience with different aged...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bailey was amazing! Our daughter warmed right up to her and loved when she came over to hangout with her! Would definitely recommend her "

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Mary S.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care

I have 20 years of experience of cna/ caregiver companion . I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping , doctors appointments or in a home or assisted living facility care. I've lived in Gainesville over 30 years and I've dealt with several different kinds of health issues with my clients. I love working with the...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Mary truly cares for her clients. She goes above and beyond and is a great communicator with the family"

Stephanie L.

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Kaitlin C.


Gainesville, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced In All Ages

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! My name is Kaity! Since about 2014 I have worked in a labor and delivery unit at a hospital where I helped with taking care of infants, breastfeeding and any other needs mom or baby might have. I am also a nurse. I have around 15 years total experience from newborns to 16-year-olds. I have two years of experience with...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Katie met beyond our expectations!! She had the kids to sleep and comfortable at their routine bedtimes. After the kids went to sleep she picked up their toys and picked up the apartment. She was super friendly and the kids loved her. Judah was giving her hugs...

Terese W.

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Meredith K.


Gainesville, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Nurturing, Creative Care For Your Children And Pets. Part To Full-time Availability.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with over half a dozen years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children and supporting families. My reserved nature allows me to fit seamlessly into your family's routine. I believe in open communication and will provide regular updates on your child's day, using your preferred method. When...
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Meredith is dependable, educated, loving and patient, we love her! She took care of our baby boy and we were very happy with her during the time that she helped our family."

Aymee R.

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Rachel A.


Gainesville, FL

$10-16/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! Im Rachel

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I used to work in a group home with individuals that had developmental disabilities, Austism and Cerebral palsy. I loved it! With normal life going on, I wanted to branch out and do more with my passion. Unfortunately it didn't work out. And I got a different job. I wanted to get back into it! And I found that here was...
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Mary L.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time LPN Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years experience with children, adults, learning disabilities. I have excellent professional and personal references I think outside the box, team player, safety and happiness utmost importance. I looking forward to speaking with you. Thank you
5.0
"Mary has been wonderful with our elderly mom so that my husband and I can have some date nights She is very punctual and dependable . She is very attentive to my mom , and my mom immediately felt comfortable with Mary . She has a very sweet and calming...

Joseph L.

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Alexis P.


Gainesville, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Sitter? Look No Further

Hello everyone, my name is Alexis. I have many years of experience working with children and also children with special needs. I have also been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I love doing arts and crafts. Video games and baking. I can also help around the house. Let me help you relax
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newberry, FL

Emily M.

5.0

Emily is our current nanny to our 10 month old girl, C! Emily is so great with her! She is kindhearted, dependable, always on time, communicates well and is very helpful. C immediately took to her and they have got along great since the start. She helps with cleaning up as well as our dogs which I...

- Olivia C.

Peyton H.

5.0

We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super respectful of our home and is great with our family dog too. Something I really like about Peyton is she always tries to get our son outside and into the fresh air...

- Maddison M.

Jennifer H.

5.0

Jennifer is a 10/10 as nanny's go and a gem of a person. She is smart, sweet, and genuinely loves children. She is naturally organized and a hard worker. She's a phenomenal cook. I always felt relaxed and happy when Jennifer would come. She gave love and attention to all my kids, and with a baby...

- Anita W.

Maeve H.

5.0

Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the boys and kept them engaged. She also helped with light housekeeping around the house.

- Bonnie M.

Cindy M.

5.0

Cindy truly has been an asset to our family, and a member of our family, as our nanny. She has been caring for our child since infancy (and our dog!) and has provided wonderful care for both. She has even taught our child some sign language which has left us in awe. She is leaving us due to her...

- Care member

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