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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Opa Locka, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Opa Locka, FL

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Diliana M.


Hollywood, FL

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

"I am a caregiver with five years of experience, passionate about creating safe and stimulating environments for children. I have a natural ability to connect with them, encouraging their curiosity and creativity through play and learning activities. Additionally, I am a BT Behavior Technician and am currently studying to become...
5.0
"I had the chance to meet Diliana for a couple of times when she took care of my 4 months old baby. It was a pleasure having her at home and she has been very caring and loving with my daughter. I wish she could be available for a full time job but she was working...

Marianela C.

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Eden V.


Miami, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Loving Babysitter

Hi my name is Eden! I'm a graduate student looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I have a degree in nutrition and human development from penn state and am currently working on my graduate degree online to become a lactation consultant. I have nannied full time for 3 different families and have loved the...
Eden can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Eden was an excellent nanny to my 2 children-they absolutely loved her! Reliable, creative and positive. Great experience!"

Care member

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Dania L.


Hollywood, FL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Dee Loves The Kids And The Kids Love Dee !

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I love kids , I've been watching and helping with kids since I was a child. I also worked with special needs children for about 3 years but have had experiences since I was younger, working with special needs.
Dania can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Saray C.


Miami, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter For Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Saray and I'm a Miami native! My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life. I love hide and seek, board games, crafts and music. I am so excited to meet your family and my hope in my time with you is to create a lasting...
Saray can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My husband and I were in Miami for a few nights attending a work function and we brought along our 18 month old. We hired Saray the day of and I'm happy to be her first recommendation. She was punctual and flexible. C took to her easily and we were more than...

Heather C.

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Maribel S.


Hollywood, FL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Caring And Serious Nanny

I am a Cuban lady that had worked with in special needs my entire life. Back on my country I was special needs kids teacher and then later a regular education teacher for all the age up to 12 years old. I came to this country not long ago so I am still working on my English and while I do that this is the best job that match my...
Maribel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I loved how warm and caring she is. She deeply care and is concern about every single matter as small it could be. Very alert all the time which I think is a great resource to have around kids. Her English is improving everyday and is a great plus to have kids...

Rachel R.

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Darlene J.


Miami, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Cuidado De Necesidades Especiales

tengo experiencia en cuidado de personas con discapacidad especial, tanto ni o como adulto es muy fundamental ayudar brindar cari o y ayudarlas con el ba o la alimentacion el cuidado el motivarlos hacia adelante
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Marian T.


Hollywood, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

I have experience taking care of elderly patients As well as children I was a preschool teacher and after school teacher. I have experience with special needs children as I myself have family with autism and learning disabilities . I've also Have experience with terminally ill patients I'm a happy individual and love to see my...
4.0
"We are super happy to have Mariam as our caregiver for this next stage in our lives"

Lissett D.

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La Shae K.


Miami, FL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

I have cared for many children from 0-12. Some have been special needs. I clean bottles, change diapers, all the way to giving clarinet lessons. I also have a minor in music. I enjoy reading, writing, bike-riding, and swimming.
La Shae can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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Bibiana K.


Miami, FL

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

i'm very good with kids. I've been working at Broward Schools for the last two years as a substitute. I work with special-needs kids. I have a passion to help them out.
Bibiana can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Andrea B.


Hollywood, FL

$19-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working for families in south Florida more than 10 years. I have experience taking care for special needs kids , help with homework, tutoring , school transportation. Excellent references.
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mabel R.


Hialeah, FL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 20 years of experience caring for kids. Special needs. Housekeeping. Light meal prep. Excellent references available. I speak Spanish, little English. and Italian.
Mabel can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello, my name is Johaynne. I was in charge of taking care of 3 children of (8 months, 2 years and 6), one of them with special needs. I studied psychology and I have experience taking care of children in hospitals and schools. I am a very good cook, patient, kind and very respectful, if you want to know more about me you can...
Johaynne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nicole F.


Miami, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher , Tutor, Sitter

Hi- I am compassionate, caring, and organized. I have always loved kids. I became a certified teacher during Covid, and have taught middle school and elementary. I also taught special needs children in a one on one setting. I received my specialist degree in school psychology and love being a school psychologist. I often work...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

I have 5 children of my own and also years of experience working with children, I've worked with children in home settings, daycares and even schools. I have experience working with special needs, mental health needs and behavioral needs. Children are my passion and I love helping families who just need an extra hand. I'm fun,...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Taryn H.


Miami Beach, FL

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Of Playful Yoga, Colorful Art, And Silly Dance

Hello! I am a kind, caring, considerate, and creative person. I have 10+ years of child care experience with newborns, toddlers, younger and older kids. 10+ years teaching experience. I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, and require minimal supervision. What you can expect from me with your children: Having fun, growing...
Taryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Senobia C.


Hialeah, FL

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

Físico Terapeuta Y Terapia Vocacional.

Mi nombre es Senobia, profesional de la salud, me gustan muchos los niños, soy madre de dos adultos y abuela de tres hermosos niños. Tengo la habilidad de relacionarme con los niños, a enseñarles mientras juegan. Soy terapista en rehabilitación con 25 años de experiencia y también fui profesara universitaria, tengo facilidad...
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Briana G.


Miami, FL

$16-24/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! I am currently training to become an RBT to work with special needs children. I have worked with kids of all types of ages from baby sitting to assisting them with physical therapy.
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Monserrat D.


Miami, FL

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Sitter! Comfortable With Pets!

Hello my name is Monse. At the moment, I recently graduated high school and began college. I have 1 year of (working) experience and can help with Travel, Homework, Chores and Errands. Although I am still in school, I know I am the right candidate for your family. I am respectful, loyal, kind, alert and know how to have fun...
Monserrat can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Kayla P.


Hialeah, FL

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Kayla

Hi, I'm Kayla, a 22-year-old online college student with 7 years of childcare experience. I plan to pursue my master's degree soon! My schedule is very flexible and I am CPR certified. I speak English and Spanish. Currently learning Italian. Starting at 15, I began volunteering as a leader and teacher at my local church, where I...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Charlene W.


Hallandale, FL

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse

Hi, I'm Charlene. I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (license number upon request) who has experience working with special needs children in a professional nursing setting. My skills translate well for babysitting! I am CPR/BLS certified, reliable, responsible, and own my own car. I have a clean background and plenty of...
Charlene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Opa Locka, FL

Diliana M.

5.0

I had the chance to meet Diliana for a couple of times when she took care of my 4 months old baby. It was a pleasure having her at home and she has been very caring and loving with my daughter. I wish she could be available for a full time job but she was working for other families by the time we...

- Marianela C.

Eden V.

5.0

Eden was an excellent nanny to my 2 children-they absolutely loved her! Reliable, creative and positive. Great experience!

- Care member

Saray C.

5.0

My husband and I were in Miami for a few nights attending a work function and we brought along our 18 month old. We hired Saray the day of and I'm happy to be her first recommendation. She was punctual and flexible. C took to her easily and we were more than pleased she was able to commit to all...

- Heather C.

Maribel S.

5.0

I have known Maribel for more then 20 years. Also her two daughters and her husband Julio. You can be assured that Maribel is of exemplary character. Her honesty in all ways is not to be questioned. She is hard working and most dependable. No matter the job requirements she will go beyond...

- Daphne C.

Marian T.

4.0

We are super happy to have Mariam as our caregiver for this next stage in our lives

- Lissett D.

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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.