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Find special needs caregivers in North Port, FL that you’ll love

40 special needs caregivers are listed in North Port, 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 North Port, FL

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Kelly W.


Venice, FL

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Safe Caregiver, Registered Nurse

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Empty-nest mother of twins! My children are away at college, so I'd love to help with yours! I am a registered nurse who works for a local children's health system. My current nursing specialty is behavioral and mental health. I have nursing experience with all ages across the lifespan. I am comfortable with medical/special...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am an adult psychology student. My life is dedicated to service and I feel very confident caring for children and adults with special needs. I am dedicated, caring, patient, reliable, and energetic. I feel I would be a great help as parents can confidently be away from home knowing their child is in great hands. I am flexible...
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Hayley S.


Venice, FL

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hayley

My name is Hayley. I have a passion for serving others and caring for those who have needs. For me, this work is rewarding which brings me joy. I have 5 years experience with special needs children as a para professional. I have 2 years of experience providing compassionate and attentive care to seniors as an in home health care...
Hayley can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Candice M.


Rotonda West, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I have a 19-year-old son that has autism. I am familiar/knowledgeable with ABA, speech, occupational and music therapies as I utilized these with my son. I also used the PECS system when he was younger. I understand the needs and patience to care for a special needs child as well as how important a routine is.
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Kelly W.


Venice, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced RN Available For Special Needs Care

I am an RN with over 10 years experience. I have medical and psychiatric experience across the lifespan. I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse, currently specializing in pediatric behavioral and mental health. I provide a caring and individualized approach to every client. I have a clean driving record and hold...
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Noelle A.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/house Manager/assistant Available

I have over 6 years experience as a nanny caring for children from 6 weeks to H. S. including 2 sets of twins. I have 4 years experience as a house manager. For 2. 5 years, I was a house manager/nanny for a family with a child in grade school, high school and college. I did everything for this family including overseeing large...
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Sofie H.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sofie and I have been in the childcare setting for over 4 years, despite having just graduated high school I have been actively assisting in classrooms at the baker center, which caters to children 0-5 years old, as well as teaching dance to 3-14 for the past three years. I have done autism training and also have...
Sofie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ondria M.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

I have experience providing care from newborns to teenagers. I have cared for children since I was a teenager. I treat each child as if they were my own, this way they get the best of care. In the past, I used to work as an assistant nursery school teacher and growing up was always a camp counselor. I have worked for many...
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Kristin P.


Venice, FL

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Though I'm not a professional, I grew up helping students with Down syndrome, autism, mental health problems, add/adhd, and more. I'm kind, attentive, a good listener, organized and full of the love of God. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
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Rachelle V.


Nokomis, FL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Seeing The World From A Different Angle

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified nursing assistant and have many years of experience caring for others, from special needs children to providing live-in dementia, in home personal, and end of life care. I have been certified as an Emergency Medical Technician for 21 years and have experience in 911 Transport, Critical Care Transport, and...
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Evie S.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

With a masters degree in art therapy I understand the importance of creativity and play in a child's learning and development. I'm always looking for new ways to make learning fun, and can incorporate creative skills in many ways whether through art making, outdoor games, educational activities, or technology. As a caregiver,...
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Raena S.


Englewood, FL

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a mother and former pediatric nurse, I've been nurturing children for over eight years. From my role as an aftercare counselor at the YMCA to working with special needs students in high school, I've gained diverse experience in childcare. I'm also a certified nursing assistant and have completed coursework in early child...
Raena can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

CNA

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Truly S.


Venice, FL

$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Care Offered In My Home With My Son

I have been a stay at home Mom for 12+ years caring for both of my sons. One of my children is an autism level 3, non verbal, incontinent, with epilepsy. My other son is developmentally normal and attends public school. I care for my younger son (8yrs old) full time at home including homeschooling. I homeschooled both children...
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Erin G.


Punta Gorda, FL

$17-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

My husband and I moved to the area from Iowa. We are new empty nesters. Once they were all in school, I worked as a para educator for special needs children for 12 years. I also did respite on the side for a child with Down Syndrome. I have always loved working with children. I have an associate degree in early childhood...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Molly M.


Venice, FL

$25-35/hr

Registered Behavior Technician

I have worked with children on the Autism Spectrum ages 3-24 of all backgrounds, abilities, and talents! I have always had a passion for working with children and the autism population stole my heart! I have worked with this population for 5 years professionally.
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Victoria T.


Venice, FL

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Joy Bringer

I have been babysitting since 10 years old and I have 5 siblings so I have plenty of experience caring for them while my parents had to work. I was a Sunday School teacher and now am a Sunday School Administrator and Kids Events Coordinator at my church so I know a lot about working with different types of children. I have...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Ingrid J.


Nokomis, FL

$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Tons Of Experience - Love Working With Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of three boys and I've hired many a babysitter myself over the years for my own kids, so I think I probably know what you're looking for. :) You'll love me! :) I am engaging, upbeat, creative. I did attachment style parenting and have a gentle demeanor - but as I've also got 3 boys so I also know how to wrangle...
Ingrid can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kristen H.


Venice, FL

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Exceptional Teacher Of Students With Mild/moderate Disabilities

I recently left Massachusetts and a high school special education classroom to work with transitional youth at a community provider here in Maryland. In Massachusetts, I worked for 6 years with students that had learning disabilities, behavioral plans, intellectual disabilities, as well as those on the autism spectrum. I...

Christine M.


Nokomis, FL

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have experience working with individuals with various developmental disabilities. I have always had a passion for helping others and being able directly impact the quality of their lives.

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Ratings for North Port, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in North Port, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 40 listed special needs caregivers.