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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Opa Locka, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Opa Locka, FL

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Sara S.


Opa Locka, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(2)

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I have experience caring people with Alzheimer physical paralysis autistic and cerebral palsy, people in coma and the terminal state of their life. I'm very strong emotionally and I have capacity to deal with difficult situations. Also I am a good companion, love to talk with people, and learn about them, I am patient and...
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Marisol H.


Opa Locka, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available

I have 10years+ of experience doing housekeeping work, including Hotels, buildings, and medical offices as well as houses. I am responsible, liable and a hard worker. I have also cared for children of different ages, And have experience with special needs children. I consider myself a very happy, friendly, responsible and...
Marisol can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marisol is a definitely someone you can trust as she is a dedicated mother herself. She has a vibrant personality and is very warm and caring. You will be pleased you hired her. "

Vickie H.

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Sara S.


Opa Locka, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Looking For A Full Time Job, Available For Senior Companion, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I Have been caring for adults and children for the last 17 years, I like to make a difference in the daily life of people with special needs. My caring is not limited only to daily activities of their life but also to establish a personal relationship with my clients, that allows them to feel more confident and positive and them...
Sara can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, visiting nurse, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Sara delivered first class service. Personal, professional and knowledgeable. She's also very caring offering comforting affectionate support. Her duties here include transferring the patient, showering, dressing & colostomy maintenance, distribute medications....

Gregory W.

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Irene B.


Opa Locka, FL

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Together We Can Make A Difference!

With a Bachelors in Exceptional Student Education K-12, RBT certificate and currently enrolled in a Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Miami Dade/ Broward County- I have worked in K-12 classrooms with various needs. Experienced Homeschool Teacher & Tutor with over 8 years of experience at Home/School/Center or Online....
I worked as a babysitter for 4 years, besides the daily care of children since new born until all ages , I had the pleasure of working for families for 2 years until that unfortunately I had to move to another state. I have experiences in special care of children and sick children, caring for aging and older people with and...
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Elizabeth P.


Opa Locka, FL

$16-35/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter Fulltime

Interested in child care, I have 34 years experience, in the care children of all ages from newborns to teenagers , children and patients and children with special needs .
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Shayla T.


Opa Locka, FL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Loves Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello ;) My name is Shayla, I'm 20 and in my junior year of college as a student athlete, majoring in nursing and minoring in psychology. I have about 9 years of experience with family with all ages, including newborns, experience with children with special needs like autism, along with experience of working with children...
Shayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

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Elizabeth P.


Opa Locka, FL

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

I am efficient, reliable, responsible, flexible and dedicated with elderly care and with specials needs. I have experience taking care elderly people. I have certification CNA, CPR and first Aid training. I have my own transportation and I am a non-smoker.
Elizabeth can also help with: Companionship, errands, personal care, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

I consider myself a very caring and empathic person. I can help around the house, provide company, and run errands. I have always put others needs before mines, I have an adult son who has special needs so my experience comes from him, bathing, feeding, and assisting with his daily activities.
Marisol can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands
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Deysi G.


Hialeah, FL

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a bachelor degree in early childhood education and Registered Behavior Tecnichian (rbt). I'm teacher with more than 10 years of experience and also 3 years of experience working with children with special needs, and now I am willing to work with and take care of children ( I have 5 years of experience Nanny). I easily...
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Deysi is very sweet with my children and family. She has a great heart and still check in with my family. She even makes herself available if needed."

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Cierro K.


Miami, FL

$22-35/hr6 yrs exp

Positive, Energetic And Fun :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have 12 plus years of experience working with children from infants to 14 yrs of age in school and home settings. My part time profession is working with children that have Autism as an applied behavior therapist. I specialize in babysitting, play therapy, arts and craft and helping with academics. Working with...
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Rivka P.


Hollywood, FL

$22-30/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable Babysitter :)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hii my name is Rivka, l'm currently a sophomore attending fau majoring in biology. I do school online so scheduling will not be an issue !! I've been taking care of kids all ages since I was 13 when I started at a camp. I have experience with special needs kids since I've babysat many kids that have autism at my summer camp,...
Rivka can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Rivka was AMAZING! My sitter fell through at the last minute and I reached out to Rivka and she was over in less than 30 minutes. I would hire her again in a heart beat! She was great with our son, I could tell he really liked her! She was also just really...

Laura H.

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Shekerr G.


Hollywood, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Full-time Nanny Available

I blindly ventured into the world of nannying at the age of 17 unaware of the immense responsibilities and great joys which awaited me, when a neighbor took a leap of faith and allowed me to babysit for a 2-year-old toddler. This experience awakened a genuine desire to be surrounded by children and to nurture. Throughout...
Shekerr can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were impressed with Shekker, from her thorough knowledge of babies to her compassionate understanding of my special needs son. She was our first choice but due to some schedule conflicts we decided on another interviewee. We will definitely speak to her again if...

Aleisha A.

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Heidi A.


Miami Beach, FL

$26-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello i'm a medical graduate with a bachelor degree. worked with pediatrics and geriatrics. I have experience as a caregiver for quadriplegics and locked in syndrome. I can assist with GI feeding and catheters. bowel movement and hoyer transfers. feel free to ask me
5.0
"Heidi has been a wonderful caregiver for my mom 96 with dementia. She is very kind and capable. She is a joy to have in our home. She has been always on time and she will communicate any concerns. I highly recommend Heidi."

Shelley S.

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Christie J.


Hollywood, FL

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and reliable Nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children and their families. Adept at providing optimal care to children as young as 8 weeks old to school age. CPR certified, experienced with multiple children at a time, sleep training, and special needs experience. Bringing forth a proven track record...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christie who goes by Kiki is very wonderful she is patient and kind when it comes to working with children i never had to worry when the children were in her care she did her job with a passion i would definitely recommend her."

Marie S.

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Yoanna U.


Miami, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

4.3

(6)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Reliable staff D. Caregiver with a lot of knowledge in handling a variety of emergency situations. I can develop a strong relationship with my patient. I am a specialist in older clients and those with special needs. My duties include providing emotional support to my patients, helping my patients schedule and keep doctor...
Yoanna can also help with: Personal care, home modification, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"While we only had Yoanna for a short time due to scheduling conflicts, she proved to be dependable and caring. She was motivated to learn my MIL's routines to alleviate my FIL and was eager to help in any way necessary. My MIL took took to her immediately and felt...

Lili B.

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Connie W.


Hallandale, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I'm a mature, active Professional Nanny, in the Childcare Industry for over 35 years! I've worked harmoniously with many families during my extensive career! I work wonderfully well with children of all ages, caring & nurturing newborns,preteen's! Experienced w/twins & limited areas for special needs children. Adept...
Connie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Connie is a true professional caregiver. She is so loving and engaged with the children. She has years of experience and it shows. She is seasoned with both toddlers and infants and was able to care for both my children successfully while we were on vacation in...

Avra S.

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Doris M.


Hialeah, FL

$47/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for a nanny position and special needs. I have have wonderful references (will provide upon request). I am caring, patient, very responsible, highly honest, punctual, loyal, very clean background and clean driving record. I have always worked with children and I love seeing them develop. I speak Spanish...
Doris can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mrs. Doris is a great person!!! , with big values taught to our family . She gave us invaluable care to our kids . Her kindness overfilling our expectation as a family . Thank you, Mrs Doris . God bless you !!! "

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Darlene D.


Hialeah, FL

$10-15/hr20 yrs exp

18 years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. Patient, calm, creative and friendly, I love playing games that enhance children's learning and homework help available. Newborn/infants care, toddler to teens and special needs. Elderly care as well. Easily adapt to individual family...
Darlene can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My daughter was well taken care off, she was fed and showered and in good spirit, I get constant pictures and video updates on their day together. I felt 100% calm and relived to have Darlene take care of my daughter, she is amazing with my kid and my kid loves her...

Care member

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Joleen E.


Hollywood, FL

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hello! My name is Joleen and I have been in the child care field for over 8 years. I am currently a K-6 special needs teacher, but I am also a clinical social worker/therapist. I am looking to be a full-time nanny! I am CPR and first aid certified. I am often described as an energetic and gentle caretaker. I have many different...
Joleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Joleen is a super friendly, responsible babysitter. She is great with all ages. My boys really enjoy when Joleen comes to babysit. Joleen was actually the first babysitter I left our toddler with and she put all my new mom worries at ease. She is great! "

Jessica O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Opa Locka, FL

Marisol H.

5.0

Marisol is a definitely someone you can trust as she is a dedicated mother herself. She has a vibrant personality and is very warm and caring. You will be pleased you hired her.

- Vickie H.

Sara S.

5.0

Sara delivered first class service. Personal, professional and knowledgeable. She's also very caring offering comforting affectionate support. Her duties here include transferring the patient, showering, dressing & colostomy maintenance, distribute medications. As well as providing delicious...

- Gregory W.

Deysi G.

5.0

Deysi is very sweet with my children and family. She has a great heart and still check in with my family. She even makes herself available if needed.

- Care member

Rivka P.

5.0

Rivka has been awesome! We had a gap before our kids were scheduled to start daycare and she instantly bonded with our 18 month son and 3 year old daughter. She was always on time and pleasant. We would hire her again and highly recommend her to anyone needing dependable childcare

- Rejoy M.

Shekerr G.

5.0

We were impressed with Shekker, from her thorough knowledge of babies to her compassionate understanding of my special needs son. She was our first choice but due to some schedule conflicts we decided on another interviewee. We will definitely speak to her again if we need another Nanny!

- Aleisha A.

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Ratings for Opa Locka, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Opa Locka, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.