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Tasha M.


Orlando, FL

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Care

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Cynthia D.


Windermere, FL

$35-45/hr • 4 yrs exp

True Caregiver

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: Transportation, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Angela K.


Winter Garden, FL

$15-25/hr • 7 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...
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
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Erica S.


Clermont, FL

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a creative and friendly childcare provider with 3 years of experience supporting families. My priority is to provide a safe and reliable childcare option for families in need. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day or any issues that arise, following their...
Erica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kimberly G.


Orlando, FL

$13-17/hr • 8 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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Yaneisi T.


Apopka, FL

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

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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Stacey L.


Winter Garden, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Cna W/special Needs Experience

being a parent of a special needs child who now independent adult I have the experience it takes to care for a child or adult with a disability taking care of my own child was sometime over whelm with the help of good people helping was such a blessing my son has cerebral palsy and as a mother I know the demand it puts on mother...
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Madeline P.


Apopka, FL

$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hellooo my name is Madeline and I can't wait to meet you! I started my childcare journey in 2021 when I worked as an early learning educator at a church for about 2 years! Late 2022, a wonderful family reached out and I've been their nanny ever since!! I have experience with all ages from newborn to teen, and I've also worked...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brittani H.


Orlando, FL

$13-18/hr • 2 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

$13-20/hr • 8 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...
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Nakohl P.


Orlando, FL

$16-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

In CNA school but a majority of my professional jobs have been dietary aides, retirement communities, special needs and with the elderly. ADL and companionship. Currently I work with special needs while transitioning back into work with the elderly.
Nakohl can also help with: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Mary B.


Winter Garden, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Mama-Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents, I'm Mary. I have been mom for over 21 years. My son & my daughter are in college. I have my BS in psychology from UCF. (Go Knights!) I took extra elective classes in child development. I was an intern at UCP. I have worked with special needs children in areas of autism, CP, and downs. I worked as a substitute...
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Nakohl P.


Orlando, FL

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I myself have speech delays (rapid speech and stuttering but know the coping strategies to deal with it). I come from a family where my brothers have ADHD and Autism. I know all autism is not the same but I've learned different ways to help and make them feel comfortable. I thoroughly feel that bonding with those you care for is...
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Sydney C.


Windermere, FL

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have extensive experience working with children, both through my family and my professional life. I have younger family members and siblings whom I've looked after, which has given me a solid foundation in childcare. Additionally, I am a gymnastics coach for kids aged three to 12, where I not only teach them skills but also...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alyssa N.


Windermere, FL

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

child care

I helped for 2 years a middle school classroom with kids with special needs, making sure they were satisfied and comfortable while learning.
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Greg K.


Ocoee, FL

$18-50/hr • 15 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: Hospice services, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Hi everyone I am a new Speech-Language Pathologist with over 15 years working with kids either by babysitting or in the school system. I am First Aid certified and also have a degree in occupational therapy assistant. I am located in the Winter Garden area.
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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: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep
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Fay N.


Apopka, FL

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

All Home Care, Special Needs, Alzheimer's Dementia And Developmental Disabilities Care. Appointments

Over the past 14 years, I have worked in an ALF environment, taking care of up to five residents at a time. During this time, I have undergone substantial training and gained experience in various areas, including Ventilator, Hoyer Lift, end-of-life care, providing on-the-job training for new and existing employees, and ordering...
Fay can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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