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261 special needs caregivers are listed in Orlando, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Orlando, FL

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Summer C.


Orlando, FL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Empathy, Kindness And Smiles!

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Hello! My name is Summer, I'm 24 and I just moved to Orlando from Lakeland and I am looking for a family/families who need extra assistance during the week! I am a full-time college student, but all my classes are online. I major in behavior science and plan on working with children with autism. I serve at night on the weekends,...
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emery M.


Orlando, FL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience as an overnight camp councilor!! I am also employed as a hostess at Outback steak house for about 2 years now. I graduated High School in May of 2024 and plan on attending College in Orlando while also continuing to work! I love working with kids (and pets!!) I also have experience working with...
Emery can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sydney M.


Orlando, FL

$13-15/hr7 yrs exp

I've always been fascinated by how children's minds work, and my passion for fostering their growth and development led me to become a childcare provider for the past 7 years. My creative and imaginative nature allows me to engage children in fun and educational activities, while my friendly and approachable demeanor makes me a...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kathryn J.


Orlando, FL

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

-Experience with both full-time nannying and babysitting -Second oldest of family of 6 children -Lots of experience with special needs children
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachael B.


Orlando, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a nurse with over 10 years of experience. I've also been caregiving for over 10 years as well! I specialize in special needs children! I am passionate about providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals/children in need. I am eager to leverage my clinical skills and empathetic nature to excel as a...
Rachael can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Haley C.


Orlando, FL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there :) I am currently a nanny with well over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have an open schedule so I'm very flexible with the days and times I'm available to work. I am quite organized so I would be happy to help with household tasks such as meal prep, laundry, and light cleaning, as needed. I am...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm passionate about caring for children and have been doing so for over four years. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly individual who loves playing games and engaging in educational activities with children. I also have experience with special...
Franchelis can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Geraldine S.


Orlando, FL

$13-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Companion

I have provided care for people with disabilities. Trained individuals with special needs in various vocational, social and living skills. I have an associate s in medical assisting, level 2 background check, hippa, CPR and first aide I am passionate about helping others to make them smile, feel comfortable, to feel love, and...
Geraldine can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, companionship, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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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: Live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Desiree D.


Orlando, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant

Currently in Nursing School for my LPN! I have a great passion for caring for the elderly, as well as for those with special needs. I have had the wonderful experience of working with some amazing people, while learning how to care for the needs of every individual. I began my training as a CNA . Since, I have worked in nursing...
Desiree can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Faith M.


Orlando, FL

$19-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Faith. A little bit about myself. I moved from New York about two years ago after graduating with my Bachelor's from The Fashion Institute of Technology. As the oldest among my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my daily life. I started babysitting during high school and discovered my passion for caring...
Faith can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, personal care, errands, visiting physician, light cleaning & more
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Marie G.


Orlando, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

CERTIFIED CNA, HOME HEALTH, AID CERTIFICATE AND CPR CERTIFICATE

I have been providing the best personal care for many years. In my experiences I am able to adapt with my clients because they are like a family to me and I always do my best to make them comfortable. I am available for errands, meals prep, light cleaning, doctor's appointment, personal hygiene, certified medication...
Marie can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, home modification, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Hello! Im Jessica, I'm currently looking for a summer job! School year round I work with special needs children at an Elementary school in Orlando Florida. I'm a college student at Capella University studying Social and Human Services. My top goal with my studies is to be a mental health counselor. I have a strong desire to help...
Jessica can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
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Karina L.


Orlando, FL

$15-25/hr

Nursing Assistant

I am a certified nursing assistant harboring 2 years of experience with special needs children up to 21 years of age. I want to be able to gain experience in geriatric care and am dedicated to sharing my compassion for those who need it.
Karina can also help with: Transportation, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Nakohl P.


Orlando, FL

$16-22/hr2 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, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep
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Carla W.


Orlando, FL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

My passion is working with adults developmental disabilities. . I have 18year of experience caring for adults and children with special needs. I also provide door to door Transportation Services to and from school or work. I enjoy taking them out to see world and enjoying life. .Senior care available.
Carla can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Elethia D.


Orlando, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I've been blessed to be a part of a care giving team for the past 15(15) years, enthusiastically taking care of the elderly with various ailments a long with young adults with special needs which includes my now adult daughter. Compassion and patience are two of the main attributes that I've always put forth while caring for...
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Hadley D.


Orlando, FL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic RBT!

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Hello there! I am a very energetic and positive RBT working in Fort Myers. I have been in the field for 4 years working with children of all ages and abilities. I'm just looking for full time work that includes anything needing to be done in the home, as well as child care and errands. I create a fun, positive and safe learning...
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"Hadley was so wonderful with my son, who is on the spectrum and my daughter. She engaged them in fun activities and helped my boy improve his independent life skills. I felt so good about her being with my kids! Wish she hadn't moved!"

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Lidia D.


Orlando, FL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of a grown daughter, age 28. She is totally blind with Autism, so I am very familiar with children in the special needs spectrum.
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"Lidia responded quickly, listened with interest about my special needs son and was flexible and accommodating with all of the special and cumbersome details of our situation. I was grateful for her smiles and patience and that she also willingly shares info and...

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Kaila H.


Orlando, FL

$13-15/hr

Energetic Babysitter/Nanny

I have worked with children with special needs my entire life. I have a younger sister who has significant disabilities. She is non-verbal and is not potty-trained. I have always taken care of her. She is a big part of my life, and I understand the stress that finding a babysitter can have on a family. I want to help other...

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Orlando, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 207 reviews of the 261 listed special needs caregivers.