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Cynthia D.


Windermere, FL

$35-45/hr4 yrs exp

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I've helped elderly family members, neighbors, friends, and special needs children over the years and they say the best attributes of mine are my caring, kind-hearted, and calming presence to those who need help.
Cynthia can also help with: Companionship, transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I've worked in professional childcare for nearly 3 years, with 8 years experience babysitting prior to that. i've cared for toddlers-middle school aged children. i've always been very good with children, including kids with special needs. can't wait to hear from you!
Karter can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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"Karter is highly rated! My husband and I are both physicians with early hour childcare needs. Karter has always been open and willing to drive my 2 now 3 year old to daycare and back. They are always reliable, on time and professional. We have a lot of schedule...

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Danielle P.


Clermont, FL

$14-44/hr3 yrs exp

Mom With Lots Of Experience

I'm a positive energetic mom of 3, 2 have special needs. For several years I worked in daycares and senior living. I have a caregiver heart. Now, that my children are older, I'm looking to earn a little side income in addition to my day job. I am comfortable with doing errands, babysitting, light housekeeping and pet care. I am...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Angela K.


Winter Garden, FL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Angel Assistant

Hello, my name is Angela and I'm excited to be a part of the Care team! I obtained my bachelors degree at UCF in 2000 with a concentration in exceptional education/Autism. I then worked for OCPS, private schools and became a nanny for a child with Autism. Later, I obtained my Masters degree in Education from Liberty University...
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Daira R.


Apopka, FL

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

I'm licensed practical nurse! I love my job take care of the kids and baby's with special needs like my own baby's
I have 3 years experience working with children and adults with mental health issues. I am currently a care taker for two adults with Autism. I have experience creating checklist, repetitive behavior, and routines to set them up for daily living
I'm a childcare provider with four years of experience, and I'm dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the children I care for. My friendly and approachable nature puts children at ease, and I take pride in following parents' preferred communication methods to address any issues that may arise during the day. I'm...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emily B.


Ocoee, FL

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Emily and I am 24 years old. I have lots of experience babysitting for family friends. I am also a certified EMT and have worked in ERs and worked on ambulances for a few years. I also worked at a daycare for special needs kids for a year. I have CPR, BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications. I look forward to...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kimberly G.


Orlando, FL

$12-17/hr8 yrs exp

Sitter!!

I have about 7 years of experience caring for children from the ages of newborn to teens. I worked at the YMCA for 2 years in the Child care room as well as teaching swim lessons. I tend to work really well with all of our special needs children in swim lessons.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Evelyn T.


Windermere, FL

$23-35/hr5 yrs exp

My Bio

I'd describe my personality as hard working, loyal, patient, responsible, and dependable. I am a mother to a 5-year-old with Super Powers/Autism so not only do I have day to day experience with my own son but I've also worked with kids and adults with Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and Mental Illness. I'm looking for a job that...
48 years old Six years of experience. I am a certified medical assistant and HHA. I have six years of experience with seniors and adults as a care giver and also companion care. Two years of working with children. I like my job because I first took care of my grandparents and now I would like to continue contributing my help to...
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Brittani H.


Apopka, FL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked for a school for autistic children for 2 years and I am now in the process of receiving my registered behavior technician certification.
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Shanee T.


Apopka, FL

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

I worked for a middle school for seven years in the special needs room. I am very familiar with feeding tubes, bathing, dressing, positioning, lifting, exercise, etc. I am also a home health aide. I am certified in CPR and First Aid and have also worked with Alzheimer's, bipolar and COPD. I love working with the elderly and...
I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. Over the past two decades, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My educational background includes a graduate degree, as well as coursework in early...
Angela can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Nastassja D.


Orlando, FL

$10-45/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am 29 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 17 and continue to do so today. I have nannied two children from two separate families, and have experience handling multiple children at once. I've done volunteer work caring for toddlers when I was about 19 years of age for about a year. I have experience working...
Nastassja can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Ceci D.


Windermere, FL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

About Me

love working with children and have 4+ years of babysitting ages 6/mo to 12/yrs. I have been working at Windy Ridge K-8 School (Orlando) for 3 years and have experience with many different ages and special needs children. I also have experience working with many different animals. Let me know if you have any questions for me.
Ceci can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
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Anjalie H.


Winter Garden, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Anjalie. I am a mother of 4 grown children and a proud grandma of an 11, 4 and 1-year-old. I had a license in-home child care business in California for 5 years then I moved to Florida in 1997 and worked for Hillsborough County School as a teacher's assistant for special needs children. I also worked for Head Start...
Anjalie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Greg K.


Ocoee, FL

$18-50/hr15 yrs exp

Professional Responsible, And Dependable HHA/CNA

Hi my name is Greg, I'm a HHA/CNA and I've been taking care of people for 10+ years. In those years I've worked with people with special needs, in an assisted living facility and now I'm working in hospice care. I am a patient and caring person and take my time working with my patients. Some of the skills I have learned and done...
Greg can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Allyson S.


Clermont, FL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone I'm Ally and I moved to Florida from Massachusetts!! I work as a special education high school teacher. I was a registered behavior technician. I absolutely love my job! Back in Massachusetts I was the head of a program that taught special needs kids how to play sports and that was the greatest thing I've ever done!!...
Allyson can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kali B.


Ocoee, FL

$17-20/hr

Respite Caregiver

Hello! My name is River. I'm 24 years old and I am a student at Ball State University working towards my bachelor's. I am looking for part time work to supplement my income. I have experience working with adults with special needs and developmental delays. I'm CPR/First aid certified. I believe I would be a good fit for anyone...
Kali can also help with: Respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep

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