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Danielle A.


Winter Garden, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Infant/Toddler Nanny

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I am a hands-on, caring, childcare provider with over 10 years of experience. The age groups I have worked with range from infant to high school, some with special needs. My main focus now is mostly infant and toddler age groups. I have been a nanny for a wonderful family the last two years, however they are moving! I am...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi, I have had the amazing experience of being able to help with down syndrome, autism and tourette's. They were not paying jobs as they are family members, I understand the love and care that goes into helping and watching them grow. I have worked in daycare as well as summer camps, I know the severity of food allergies and how...
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Maria A.


Clermont, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Love My Care Giver Job.

I work for the care of people with special needs, healthy or sick., I have experience in Parkinson's dementia (Alzheimerousness, schizophrenia anxiety, depression, after surgery etc.) I love being able to help, I am also a stylist., I can also do music therapy because I play guitar and sing, if you decide that I help you I will...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Cherelle C.


Orlando, FL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Giving Kids A Best Friend

Kindergarten TA, worked vbs, works with special needs kids. loves pets! Love to make children smile. Worked with various age groups. Outgoing
Cherelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

I am very understanding and patient. Any needs, I am here to support and help. I love staying on a schedule but schedule change is also due able
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Sarah W.


Orlando, FL

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Providing care is my way of contributing to society. I have over 15 years of experience caring for the elderly and those with special needs. I love working with seniors, as it gives me an opportunity to help and provide exceptional services to meet their needs.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Becky B.


Clermont, FL

$15-25/hr

One-to-One Aid

I spent over a year working at an Elementary school for children with Autism. I was trained and certified at this school to handle day to day task with children with Autism. Some duties include potty training, snack time, studying, play time and more! Both of my parents work in special education and it is a field I consider...
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Collette R.


Ocoee, FL

$13-18/hr

Happy And Helpful

Moved to Orlando from New Jersey in 2000. I have worked for 20 years and decided not to return after covid. I drive for Uber occasionally and take many patients to and from Dr appointments, we have great conversation and time together. I help them with their walkers, ect. Getting in and out of the vehicle. I have a special needs...
Collette can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Victoria S.


Clermont, FL

$22-30/hr2 yrs exp

**About Me** Hi there! I'm passionate about working with children, and my journey began in daycare, caring for1-year-olds. I hold an Associate's degree in Pre-Nursing and a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Studies with a focus on healthcare and psychology from MTSU. I transitioned to being a full-time private nanny for twins...
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Taylor H.


Winter Garden, FL

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Licensed NICU RN, Expertise On Caring For Infants With Special Needs

I graduated with my BSN from UCF in 2022, and went on to obtain my dream job of becoming a NICU Nurse! As of this year, I decided to take a pause on my career in order to travel with my husband for his new job, with hopes of becoming a Chick-fil-a owner/operator in the future. Currently we are traveling the United States &...
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Lorianne B.


Windermere, FL

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Child Care Giver Available

I have previously worked with children, special needs included, in both a daycare and summer camp setting. As well as worked as a church nursery provider and assistant children's ministry director. I have also been a sitter for the children of friends, family and church members. I enjoy writing, spending time with loved ones,...
Lorianne can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Becky B.


Clermont, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Active, Young Professional With 10+ Years Experience Working With Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Becky and I am 24 years old and have over 10+ years working with children of all ages. I have been employed by school district's, YMCA's, day care centers, and private babysitting. I am very active, friendly and passionate person. I love the outdoors such as biking, swimming and working out. I have a CPI...
Becky can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Laura W.


Winter Garden, FL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hi I'm Lauryn, Laura is my legal name but I go by Lauryn. I have been passionate about working with children from as little as 4weeks old to aged 10 for the last 20 years. I provide excellent childcare in safe nurturing environment so that children can play, explore and learn to their fullest potential. I also have experience...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Victoria S.


Clermont, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

College Student And Loving Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My childcare journey began when I was young, driven by a passion for improving lives. I started in a daycare, caring for up to six 1-year-olds, managing everything from diaper changes to nap time. I hold an AS in Pre-Nursing and a BS in Integrated Studies, focusing on healthcare and psychology. In 2021, I became a full-time...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sara T.


Orlando, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experience With Atypical Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore special needs children. I have two sisters who were born with a rare defect called schizencephaly. They were twins, both blind and unable to be fed by mouth. They both have feeding tubes, one has seizures, and the other has diabetes. They received in-home physical therapy when we lived in a different state, so...
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Kim L.


Apopka, FL

$18-26/hr4 yrs exp

Some Of My Expreince With Special Needs Patients .

I have years of experience working with special needs patients. I have worked with autism spectrum, cerebral palsy, feeding tubes, nebulizers . I also have experience working with deaf children as well as adults , in there homes or private settings.
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Tatiane B.


Orlando, FL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experinced With Autism

I have experience as a Horse backreading therapist. BA in Psychology. Work as Paraprofessional for OCPS
I love working with children and have been doing so for four years. I love to play games (all sorts), do crafts, and get into (safe) shenanigans. I have an interest in and experience working with children who have special needs. I also have my own car/ reliable transportation. I look forward to working with and getting to know...
Analise can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Samuel M.


Apopka, FL

$15/hr

MS/HS Art Teacher Who Can Be Your Babysitter!

-As an art teacher for grades 7-12, I've learned how to supervise, lead, motivate, and have fun with a huge range of kids. -I have a knack for keeping the mood light and funny! -Have a decent amount of experience working with special needs kids! -Able to cook
Samuel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I assist client and encourage them to be positive, honest, awareness, independence, proper hygiene, exercise, feeding, communication and

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