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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pensacola, FL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Pensacola, FL

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Gail M.


Pensacola, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 plus years of experience in an in-home health care and experience in a rehabilitation with special needs. I love working with people and am very motivated. I enjoy helping people meet their goals, and activities of daily living and just being a companion and friend
Gail can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services
I recently moved to the Pensacola area from Texas. In Texas, I was an Adapted P E. teacher for 4 years. I worked with children with many types of special needs in a physical education setting ages kindergarten through high school. I worked with my students in an inclusion setting with non-disabled peers and sometimes with only...

Anna G.


Pensacola, FL

$16-35/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, Experienced Graduate Student

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I am a registered behavior technician and am getting my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling. I have experience working with children ages 2-15 of all different abilities.
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Tristan J.


Pensacola, FL

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Tristan! With the last six years of experience, I've worked with children, including those with autism, OCD, and ODD, focusing on life skills, communication, and achieving personal goals. My caring nature helps me build trusting relationships and provide excellent support. I'm confident I can offer a safe,...
Tristan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Dawn G.


Pensacola, FL

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Live In Pensacola, Florida.

I have been a teacher, parent and caregiver for 20 years plus. I absolutely love children and have taken care of all ages. I have also worked with special needs children. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have lots of experience with children and extensive education in the field. I would love to care...
Dawn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, nice I like working with kids because I have been babysitting for a longtime and I love kids I'm looking for a job that is fun I started working with kids when I was very young because I have two special needs brothers In my spare time, I like to hangout with my friends, go...

Paige N.


Pensacola, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter Flexible Schedule

I have 2 years of experience babysitting . I can help with meals, cleaning, and laundry. I greatly enjoy children and have experience babysitting children with special needs as well as children of various ages. I believe in having educational activities and allowing kids to be independently creative.
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michael T.


Gulf Breeze, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Englishman In Indiana

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Please refer to my resume which details my past teaching experience. In short my career started in the Special Needs sector for 5 years which in turn led me into teaching for 10 years. I was Head of PE and Head of Year before I moved from the UK 18 months ago with my wife who works. I have also undertaken 10 years running summer...
Michael can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mike is fun and energetic! He is very reliable, flexible, dependable and kind. He is passionate about teaching and very willing to go the extra mile if your kiddo needs help in a certain area. I highly recommend Mike, you won't be disappointed!! "

Caitlin B.

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Avery H.


Gulf Breeze, FL

$13-25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Can Work With Kids Who Have Special Needs

Hi! My name is Avery! I just moved here from North Carolina and I would love to babysit your kids! I'm 20 years old. I have 3 years of childcare experience. I can help with travel and carpooling. I'm in the running for a job to be a RBT (registered behavioral technician) in which I will screen kids for autism, so I love working...
Avery can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Linette A.


Gulf Breeze, FL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as energetic, disciplined, kind. I like working with kids because they are innocent, creative, loving, and always learning. I'm looking for a job that is occasional, entertaining, and helpful. I have a full time professional job. I am just looking for families with occasional babysitting needs...
5.0
"Linette is great! My kids really loved her. She was fun and playful but she’s also competent and trustworthy- the perfect combination for working with children! Will be our go-to for date night or work events in the future! "

Jackie T.

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Elissa O.


Cantonment, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with six years of experience, I have had the pleasure of positively impacting the lives of children of all ages. My calm and friendly nature puts children at ease, and I have a knack for creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. I believe in open and honest...
Elissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved Elissa coming over and she did a great job communicating with me quickly after booking to arrange a pre-meet, while at my house, and after when I had a question after she left. My little ones are so excited for her to come back again. "

Care member

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Robin B.


Milton, FL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience in caring for children of all ages and developmental stages. My experience includes caring for special needs children including those with mental, emotional and behavioral conditions. I believe that all children have individual temperments, interests and abilities that require attention and positive...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Robin has provided excellent care for my child during the last four years. My son has a disability and she has been caring, loving, kind and above all patient with him. I have also found her to be very reliable and dependable and would highly recommend her to...

Shay M.

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Tammy M.


Milton, FL

$27-50/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Christian Caregiver With 3 Decades Of Nursing Experience.

Hi. My name is Tammy. I am 55 years old with 4 grown children and 2 Grandsons. I have been an LPN for 29 years. I was a foster parent for 21 of those years. I have experience with respiratory issues, g-tube, trach, suctioning, pediatric, adult, and elderly caregiving. I love the Lord and enjoy caring for others.
I am currently working at a daycare center, I take care of four infants everyday part time! I have a lot of cousins and friends children that I also babysit occasionally so I have experience with all different ages! I also have an autistic brother that I have been taking care of so I also have experience with special needs...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maddy R.


Lillian, AL

$13/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hello! My name is Maddy. I'm a dedicated mom and caregiver with a 6-year-old son who is autistic. Over the past 6 years, I have been a stay-at-home mom, focusing on his care and development. Now that my son is in school, I'm excited to return to working with children. I have experience in childcare as a former teacher's aide and...
Maddy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Jake M.


Milton, FL

$19-50/hr2 yrs exp

Manny

If you really want your kids to be safe- hire a strong man! I am currently a substitute teacher, working with kids from kindergarten through highschool, so from potty-trained age to driving age- I'm your guy! I also work with ESE children frequently, and will definitely care for plenty of special needs. I was a lifeguard all...
Jake can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Sara M.


Milton, FL

$25/hr15 yrs exp

My name is Celeste, and I have a deep passion for nurturing children and supporting their development. Growing up in a family where my mother owned a daycare instilled in me a love for childcare from an early age. As a dedicated nanny with 15 years of experience, I've had the pleasure of working with children ranging from...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Vivian M.


Milton, FL

$13-28/hr10 yrs exp

Do Many Things

I'm a housekeeper, nanny, Certified CNA, Homehealth, I have my CPR/AED CERTIFICATION, I'm a mother of 4 adult children all raised in a Christian home, one beautiful granddaughter a year old, I'm a minister, ordained missionary and Evangelist! I love the Lord with (all) of my heart and being! I'll give you 110% and then some of...
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Erin B.


Milton, FL

$18-50/hr15 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver With A Heart For Service

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience, supporting elderly individuals and those with special needs. I provide exceptional care that enhances the quality of life for every person I assist.
Erin can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Abigail M.


Cantonment, FL

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

About Me

Hello! My name is Abigail, and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 15, and I have babysat for several families with many kiddos! I have experience with a variety of different ages. I also have experience with children with special needs. I recently graduated college with a degree in marine engineering; while...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pensacola, FL

Michael T.

5.0

Michael is fun and smart, and will convince your kids to do the things you have to fight them to do, just by being cool. :) he is flexible and very easy for a parent to communicate with.

- Barbara L.

Linette A.

5.0

Linette is great! My kids really loved her. She was fun and playful but she’s also competent and trustworthy- the perfect combination for working with children! Will be our go-to for date night or work events in the future!

- Jackie T.

Elissa O.

5.0

My kids loved Elissa coming over and she did a great job communicating with me quickly after booking to arrange a pre-meet, while at my house, and after when I had a question after she left. My little ones are so excited for her to come back again.

- Care member

Robin B.

5.0

Robin has provided excellent care for my child during the last four years. My son has a disability and she has been caring, loving, kind and above all patient with him. I have also found her to be very reliable and dependable and would highly recommend her to those seeking child care.

- Shay M.

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

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Pensacola, FL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.