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Find special needs caregivers in Port Charlotte, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Charlotte, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Port Charlotte, FL

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Melissa S.


North Port, FL

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs / Senior Caregiver Available

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I have personal experience with Senior care and both professional & personal experience with Special Needs care. Former State of FL LEO, left to be a SAHM of my (then) young children. Hold current CPR, First Aid, HIPAA & Med Administration certifications. I can pass ANY background check. Honest, caring, compassionate,...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, respite care
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Evie S.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

With a masters degree in art therapy I understand the importance of creativity and play in a child's learning and development. I'm always looking for new ways to make learning fun, and can incorporate creative skills in many ways whether through art making, outdoor games, educational activities, or technology. As a caregiver,...
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Breely C.


North Port, FL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Loving

I am excited about the opportunity to support your family. With over 10 years of experience in childcare, I have developed a strong passion for providing compassionate and reliable care. I hold a bachelor's degree and have CPR & First Aid training. I have experience working with special needs kids, and babies 1 day old up to 11...
Breely can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

I am a mother of a 15-year-old bound am already feeling the pangs of the empty nest! I was all my girlfriends infant caregivers being they married so young. Then after being a stay home mother for 10 years, I kind of fell into care giving for the elderly . I'm great with older people so I'm told. I'm wonderful w/infants too. I...
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Kristen M.


North Port, FL

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am currently a pediatric dental assistant. I work with special needs kids and teenagers. I have always helped my grandparents with house work and driving them around. I have been babysitting since I was a young teen and enjoy caring for and helping others.
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Caeley B.


North Port, FL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate, Hardworking Babysitter

Hello! My name is Caeley and I've been a licensed cosmetologist for 3 years now and im transitioning my career into child care. I have experience through my salon jobs with children of all temperaments and ages. I also have previous childcare experience though care. com and family friends. I absolutely love working with children...
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Ondria M.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

I have experience providing care from newborns to teenagers. I have cared for children since I was a teenager. I treat each child as if they were my own, this way they get the best of care. In the past, I used to work as an assistant nursery school teacher and growing up was always a camp counselor. I have worked for many...
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Angelis M.


Punta Gorda, FL

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

I am a very compassionate honest and dedicated provider with 10 + years of experience working with children of special needs , specifically autism
Angelis can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Ashley K.


North Port, FL

$18-30/hr16 yrs exp

Female, Part-Time Nanny

I have been working in childcare for over 15 years. I currently work with children as a Registered Behavior Technician. I have experience with special needs, behavioral clients, dietary restrictions, and much more. I also have no problem with housework or any pets you may have!
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sheila T.


Rotonda West, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

Have worked in hospital and 14 years in home health visits. Will do wounds, transportation, personal care, light housekeeping, good knowledge for diabetes, heart and respiratory disease, can do meals and sleep overs if needed
Hi, I have a 19-year-old son that has autism. I am familiar/knowledgeable with ABA, speech, occupational and music therapies as I utilized these with my son. I also used the PECS system when he was younger. I understand the needs and patience to care for a special needs child as well as how important a routine is.
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Joelle M.


North Port, FL

$25-50/hr

Mom Of A Special Needs Child. Kids Amaze Me .

Hi, my name's Joelle. I'm the mother of an amazing 5 yr old Autistic boy name Jaden. He keeps me on my toes and I wouldn't have it any other way. I love playing games, swimming and doing fun activities with kids. Seeing them grow is a blessing. I'm kind, patient, understanding and respectful and would love the opportunity to...
Joelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Mary A.


North Port, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs for many years. I have had my own private care business for over 20 years. I can work all hours.
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Sofie H.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sofie and I have been in the childcare setting for over 4 years, despite having just graduated high school I have been actively assisting in classrooms at the baker center, which caters to children 0-5 years old, as well as teaching dance to 3-14 for the past three years. I have done autism training and also have...
Sofie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alicia L.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Nurturing Child Carer

Hello, I have approximately one year's experience total caring for children, both typical and with special needs. In addition to the paid experiences of babysitting and working in a group home for developmentally disabled people, some of whom were children, I have experience caring for kids in my own family- nieces and nephews...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Noelle A.


Punta Gorda, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/house Manager/assistant Available

I have over 6 years experience as a nanny caring for children from 6 weeks to H. S. including 2 sets of twins. I have 4 years experience as a house manager. For 2. 5 years, I was a house manager/nanny for a family with a child in grade school, high school and college. I did everything for this family including overseeing large...
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Erin G.


Punta Gorda, FL

$17-50/hr20 yrs exp

My husband and I moved to the area from Iowa. We are new empty nesters. Once they were all in school, I worked as a para educator for special needs children for 12 years. I also did respite on the side for a child with Down Syndrome. I have always loved working with children. I have an associate degree in early childhood...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
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Mia E.


North Fort Myers, FL

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny

4.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Mia, I have worked with kids throughout my teenage years. I have always had an interest in helping children learn and grow. I am originally from Georgia but moved to Florida in the year 2020. When I lived in Georgia, I worked in a daycare, volunteered at camps, and worked for several years with2-year-olds at the church...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mia is great! She was always on time and had great communication. Our son has fun with her. "

Care member

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Gabriella A.


Venice, FL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Educator As Your Child's Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I had been taking care of elementary school children part-time since 2003 (when they were in 1st and 3rd grade). Even then, I would take care of other children on weekends, ranging from 6 months to teenagers with special needs. Thereafter, I studied English writing/education, taught 9th graders, and earned a certification in...
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Gabriella was a great nanny for our children; our kids truly thought of her as a caring older sister. Between helping them with homework, arranging play dates, and making sure they were ready (and always on time!) for sports practices/games, she helped keep my sons...

Joanne S.

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Sharon C.


North Fort Myers, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting/Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am an active 66-year-old who loves to be outdoors as well as getting down on the floor to play, sing and read.. I have a clean driving record to run errands or to take your child to school, doctor appointments or play group. During naps or quiet time I don't sit. If you have laundry to do or a kitchen to clean, I'll get it...
Sharon can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My children are always happy to see Sharon. She gives them the utmost love and attention when they are under her care. She is completely invested in playtime and giving them the attention that they need. She is NOT a passive caregiver. She will be on the floor...

Ashley T.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Charlotte, FL

Mia E.

5.0

Mia is great! She was always on time and had great communication. Our son has fun with her.

- Care member

Gabriella A.

5.0

Gabriella began as a weekly tutor, after online schooling took place she was with our kids on a daily basis, cared for dog, helped with things around the house, helped grocery shop and she’s adaptable (ie. spent 2 weekends house/dog sitting) when we went on vacation. Gabriella is extremely...

- Care member

Sharon C.

5.0

My children are always happy to see Sharon. She gives them the utmost love and attention when they are under her care. She is completely invested in playtime and giving them the attention that they need. She is NOT a passive caregiver. She will be on the floor doing a puzzle or board game,...

- Ashley T.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

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