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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Orange, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Port Orange, FL

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Ashley G.


Port Orange, FL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with an Autistic child for about 1 1/2 years as an ABA Therapist before I moved to Florida from Ohio, along with baby-sitting a newborn with Down syndrome. I fell in love working with them and watching him grow and learn. I have a passion for the special needs children because they are special people and a joy to...
5.0
"Ashley is very responsible, skilled, and friendly. She is on time, goes the extra mile, and truly cares about our child. We could not be more satisfied! She has handled some difficult behavioral upsets and managed very well."

Peter M.

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Jessica S.


Port Orange, FL

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently certified as an RBT and doing Behavioral Therapy for kids on the Autism spectrum. Helping and teaching kids to grow and expand their abilities is a very rewarding thing to see. Although it may be head at times, the outcome of children seeing what they can truly accomplish is amazing.
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Meghan F.


Port Orange, FL

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Responsible Special Needs Caregiver/ Teacher

I am 30 years old and am married with three children. 5 years ago I adopted a 3-year-old son with Pervasive Developmental Disorder and ever since I have made myself an expert on special needs. I have studied many types of disabilities. I became a CNA in 2013 and worked in that field for two years. Then I became a job coach for...
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Tiffane P.


Port Orange, FL

$16-26/hr • 2 yrs exp

I Help Because I Care!

Hello there! I love caring for those whom need it! I have a compassionate and kind exterior and full love for the job on the inside! I have great skills such as; Time management, organization, and attention to detail. I have certificates in First Aid, Hospice care, HIV/Aids Epilepsy first aid Alzheimer's awareness...
Hi there, I am a CNA for a dementia patient. I grew up from ages 2-14 with my half brother having autism. He is completely non verbal and is high on the spectrum, he was my best friend and if anyone understood him it was me I love spending time with kids and helping out anyone in need. I am very easy-going and patient and would...
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Madeline S.


Port Orange, FL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Professional Lemonade Stand Supervisor And Fort Architect

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Maddie and I have 4 years of child care experience. I have cared for children of all ages as well as pets. I have experience with children that have special needs such as, nonverbal, wheelchair bound, tube fed, and diapers. I can help with housework, cooking/ meal preparation, errands, and more! I love to be...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Abigail F.


Port Orange, FL

$13-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for six years, and I've always had a passion for working with children. From my very first experience as a babysitter, I knew that I wanted to be a caregiver. I find joy in making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. I am patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly,...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ashley G.


Port Orange, FL

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Baby Sitter/Nanny Available

I have taken care of children most of my life, with the way my family is with the ages we all are, there has always been children around and still are to this day. I have baby-sat multiple times for ages infant to teenager. I have also worked as a lifeguard when I was 16 to 18 and also taught swim lessons for all ages. I also...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ruth H.


Port Orange, FL

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as kind, easygoing, and curious. I am widow in my late 50s. I have always enjoyed working with young people. Started babysitting back in high school. worked as a nanny and a camp counselor. After college, I worked with special needs kids, so am comfortable with kids who might have unique needs or...
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Priscilla P.


Port Orange, FL

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hi My name is Priscilla, Thank you for taking the time to consider me for this position as your /or your loved ones caregiver. I've worked in the field certified from 2011 and ongoing . I have worked with elderly patients with Stroke, paraplegic / quadriplegic , Dementia, Alzheimers, Multiple Scoliosis, Huntington's disease,...
Priscilla can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, personal care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Mary M.


Port Orange, FL

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 40years of experience from working in hospital nurseries , to children with special needs, to hospice care inpatient units, home hospice care, nursing skilled units , to assisted living and memory care units. I can help with Home Care and Dementia. Enjoy meeting clients to make them smile and feel comfortable. Sincere and...
Mary can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a college student home for the summer. I am majoring in Psychology and minoring in Computer science. I have experience with children and working with kids with disabilities. I volunteered for a special needs school where I helped teach and interact with children. Additionally, I have cared for a family friend with...

Hannah F.


Port Orange, FL

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Rollins College Student Looking For Part-Time Babysitting Job

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Hannah, and I am a recent Rollins College graduate from Tampa. I work full time for Pepsi. Working with children is a true passion of mine, and I have valuable experience that I believe will make me a great fit for your family. My background includes previous work with children, including volunteering at...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We have a teenage son with autism that Hannah watches for us once a week and she has always been so patient and fun and responsible with him. "

Care member

Hii, my name is Shoval, I am a recent Brooklyn College grad where I received my BA in psychology! I love working with children, I have a lot of experience working with them from my days as a daycare teacher, and babysitting, along with watching over my own niece and nephew since they were born. My nephew has a speech impediment...

Shoval M.


Port Orange, FL

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's development and enriching their lives. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a safe and welcoming environment for the little ones in my care. I believe in open and transparent communication with parents, ensuring that they are...
Shoval can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jennifer A.


Daytona Beach, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Friendly

Hi, my name is Jenn. I have 19 years of in home care experience. I really enjoy working with people of all different ages. I help with limitations of everyday life for my clients to live the best daily life possible. I have a passion for the work I do. I like to bring a smile to the people who I care for. I'm funny and...
5.0
"My family hired Jenn to care for my Uncle who had muscular dystrophy. For years, she cared for him and treated him like family. She always went above and beyond, not only for my Uncle but for my entire family as well. Especially during his final days. It was an...

Christine G.

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Brayan S.


Daytona Beach, FL

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse with 10+ years in Emergency, Trauma and Critical Care. Experience working with Elderly and Special Needs population in hospitals, hospice, home care, summer camps and schools. Certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS and First Aid. Any questions feel free to contact me. Excellent Medical Care, Services and Human Touch.
Brayan can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Kayla O.


Daytona Beach, FL

$12-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom Looking For Some Extra Income While In School

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kayla and I currently have open availability and am ready to hang out with your little ones! I left my last two families to work full time as an advocate in Volusia County's only domestic violence shelter, where I spent hours with the littles who lived there. Recently, I have decided to nanny again. I have over 10...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kayla is kind, patient, and loving with my little one and she treats him with the same level of respect and care as her own. She is very knowledgeable and goes above and beyond to provide comfort and a nurturing environment when my little one needs it most....

Lindsay S.

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Lillian S.


Daytona Beach, FL

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter Full or Part-Time

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have two wonderful children of my own, 25 years and 23. I was a respected business owner for 24 years in Tannersville N. Y. I have branched out for the last 7 Years doing what I really love doing - helping others. I worked for the State of N. Y. as a direct support professional. I worked with the elderly and special needs. I...
Lillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lillian (Lil) is a GODSEND! She is everything you could want in a caregiver: Attentive, calm, loving, helpful, goes out of her way to provide excellent care. She has been helping me on weekends with my elderly and ill father - who is NOT an easy person to care...

Julie R.

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Nanayaa A.


Daytona Beach, FL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi My Names Nanayaa, College Student Studying In Florida But Currently On Break .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Nanayaa, I'm 21 years old. I'm a college student in florida at Bethune Cookman University. I've lived in Connecticut for 4 years and went to High school at Fitch High school. I've taken care of children since I was 14. I've helped raised my cousins who are now 10, 11, and 13. I also have experienced working with...
Nanayaa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I love her work she's very easy to work with an is so sweet to my two girls ."

Vida K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Orange, FL

Ashley G.

5.0

Ashley is very responsible, skilled, and friendly. She is on time, goes the extra mile, and truly cares about our child. We could not be more satisfied! She has handled some difficult behavioral upsets and managed very well.

- Peter M.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah was perfect! She responded quickly and professionally tho the job and anytime I reached out to ask a question. She was flexible to meet me and my kids in person before the job and she communicated often with updates throughout the babysitting period. She also went above and beyond to find...

- Care member

Jennifer A.

5.0

My family hired Jenn to care for my Uncle who had muscular dystrophy. For years, she cared for him and treated him like family. She always went above and beyond, not only for my Uncle but for my entire family as well. Especially during his final days. It was an extremely difficult time for us and...

- Christine G.

Kayla O.

5.0

Kayla has cared for my little one since he was 9 months and it's so nice to be able to have someone to call and know that I have a helping hand!

- amy B.

Lillian S.

5.0

I am a single mom with two children. We travel to Florida every summer to our vacation home.Miss Lillian gave me a much needed break to enjoy a nice evening out. She arrived early to meet the children and interacted well with them. They enjoyed her watching them.

- Wendy W.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Port Orange, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.