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Find special needs caregivers in The Villages, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in The Villages, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in The Villages, FL

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Mary Jo M.


Tavares, FL

$13-22/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Close To My Heart

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature adult with a many years as a professional nutritionist. I am AED, CPR and first aid certified. I hold background/fingerprint clearance from Lake County. I am caring, loving and a Conscientious worker with old school work ethic. I look forward to caring for your loved one.
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Brandie T.


Ocala, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Inspire Joy And Creativity!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children of all ages (0- teen ages), as well as with children with special needs, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. I LOVE animals (have dogs and a cat) so, I'm comfortable if you have pets that need care or are in the home. I am familiar with the principles of verbal behavior and have ample experience...
Brandie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Brandie is amazing with my daughter and many others I've seen her with. My little girl is always so happy to see her! Besides my own parents there's no one else I would trust. She's calm and patient much more than myself."

Amber M.

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Naicys M.


Ocala, FL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Daycare Teacher To Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I like to work with children from infants to pre-k children (I was a daycare teachers and kindergarten teacher ), I have a lot of patience, I like to teach them art activities and I think that children can learn in a fun way and there is nothing more fun than art. I have previously worked with Children's with special needs, I...
Naicys can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Naicy! I was hesitant about searching for a stranger to babysit my two-year-old, but she has been a heaven send. She is punctual, caring, loving, dependable and trustworthy. She always goes out of her way to help out with the...

Amanda A.

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Silvia S.


Ocala, FL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hispanic female originally from Colombia raised in Miami. Looking for extra income. caregiver for elderly and special needs. Have a clean background, excellent driver, non smoker and a Christian.
Silvia can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Silvia has helped care for my handicapped wife and done light housekeeping for me. She is a hard worker and has become like a family member to to both my wife, myself and my dog. You couldn't find a better or kinder person to hire."

Robert R.

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Heidi S.


Ocala, FL

$15-17/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Part-Time Child Care And/Or Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a responsible 45-year-old Mom. I am very patient, positive, nurturing, kind, fun-loving, and most of all, attentive to children in my care. 8yrs experience as a nanny. Newborn to 12 years old. I also have cared for a special needs child with autism and Down syndrome. *Certified Newborn Care Specialist *10 yrs Dental...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maria G.


Howey in the Hills, FL

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

Home Health And Nursing Assistance

I'd describe my personality as caring, reliable, trustworthy I like caring for seniors because my passion love to help, I started caring for seniors when I noticed my passion for caring for others.. In my spare time, I like to dance and go to the movie One thing you should know about me is I'm a happy person My skills...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
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Carol M.


Ocala, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver

I have a certificate in Health Care Administration. I have worked foe ADEC Industries with special needs clients. I have also worked for Home Instead and done Private duty. I have also done live in care taking of Seniors from 1995 to date. I have cared for hospice clients and family as well as dementia clients. I want to do all...
Carol can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Heidi S.


Ocala, FL

$13-17/hr

Special Needs Care

I have experience caring for 2 special needs persons. One was 8 years old with Down syndrome and Autism. Non verbal required feeding & diaper changes. The other was a 20-year-old with severe epilepsy and undiagnosable brain issues. She was non verbal and required feeding and schedules bathroom assistance or diapers changes when...
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Ashley G.


Tavares, FL

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional Nanny

With over 10 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, I am a compassionate and reliable nanny dedicated to providing a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. My expertise includes newborn care, school-age supervision, and special needs support. I create engaging, age-appropriate activities that foster...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Mikail J.


Ocala, FL

$13/hr1 yrs exp

Overnight/Weekend Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I generally go by Mika, cause it's easier to pronounce. I have about 5 years experience caring for small children, and I have a BS is Interdisciplinary Studies in which I majored in both Psychology and Criminal Justice. I am actually working to get my childcare certification (DCF 40 hr training). I like engaging kids...
Mikail can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jonathan R.


Ocala, FL

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Greetings! I was born and raised, and reside in Central Florida. I studied at Northwest University, Fuller Theological Seminary, and hold an Educational Specialist degree. I am pursuing a Ph. D. in Special Education with Regent University. I have experience teaching in private and public schools, from high school to middle and...
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Mulajia W.


Ocala, FL

$14-19/hr6 yrs exp

With six years of experience working with children, I bring a deep understanding of their needs, both emotional and developmental. I have worked extensively with at-risk youth, providing both care and advocacy, which has reinforced the importance of listening to children and ensuring they feel heard and supported. I'm...
Mulajia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
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Misty S.


Ocala, FL

$13-25/hr3 yrs exp

Behavioral Assistant

I have worked with special needs for about 3 years in a group home setting. The ages were 18 and up, this job filled has it challenges but it also has it rewarding moments when your none verbal client says there first words give it may be a million tries but it happened and in those moments I know where I am meant to be.
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Heather V.


Belleview, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider Available Full-Time

I put my heart into everything that I do. I'm wise, respectful, and very dependable. I provide the best care possible. From past experience, I have taken care of children with special needs (O. D. D., Autism, Bi-Polar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, and A. D. D./A. D. H. D.). I have also taken care of children in...
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Ashley D.


Tavares, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Afterschool/date Night/weekend Caregiver

I love working with children. I have had a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children. I have babysat for numerous families. The most recent family I babysat for was for 6 years. I have also worked at a camp for children with special needs and I have worked at a daycare with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexis P.


Ocala, FL

$13-14/hr2 yrs exp

I have always had a passion for offering care and compassion to others. During the school year I work full time with special needs students of the most medically fragile population. I love my job and the joy it brings me interacting with each student everyday, I hope to graduate with my bachelors degree soon and become a special...
Alexis can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Missy M.


Ocala, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Army veteran, great cook and house keeper. Well rounded and able to learn very quickly. I am a certified nursing assistant, medical technician, CPR and first aid certified, peer support specialist, and stress and trama management certification. Special needs care giver.
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Brandie T.


Ocala, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience In Applied Behavioral Analysis

I have 10+ years experience working with children and adults with developmental delays. I previously worked in a private school setting, as well as provided in-home therapy and respite care. Through high school, I was part of an inclusion club that included after school activities and sports, which is where my love for this...
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Alexis K.


Ocala, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Child Coach

I have worked with many families to help provide assistance for adults and children with developmental delays. I am very patient, understanding and persistent to help children achieve their goals.
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Paige W.


Ocala, FL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Paige. I am CPR certified through American Red Cross, I have experience in ABA Therapy with Special needs, and as well as your average daycare center/ Montessori environment. As a mom myself, I will treat your kids as one of my own!
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in The Villages, FL

Brandie T.

5.0

Hi! I hired Brandie as a mother's helper for almost 5 months. She was a great help and blessing to our family. I was a mother transitioning with baby number five and Brandie was able help make it a smooth one. She was always on time and my kids and I loved having her. Thank you Brandie for all...

- Maria B.

Naicys M.

5.0

Naicys was great with our kids. She has prior experience caring for multiple toddlers, was very flexible and understanding of our crazy work schedules, prepared home cooked meals for our kids, took them out to places like petting zoos and the springs, dropped off and picked up our oldest from...

- Brenna C.

Silvia S.

5.0

Sylvia was awesome. She is organized, dependable and a very caring person. We were very happy to have her as a caregiver for mom. I reccomend her very highly.

- Care member

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