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Kimberly K.


Valparaiso, FL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Destin Area Caregiver Available

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I have 20 years of experience in caretaking roles with people of all ages; 10 of those years were spent working with special needs children in classroom settings. I have nannied for newborns, infants and older children. Before shifting to fulltime work as a yoga instructor and licensed massage therapist, I was the house manager...
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Kimberly K.


Valparaiso, FL

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Loving And Compassionate Caregiver

I have experience caring for people from ages two to ninety-two! I have worked with special needs populations throughout my entire life, in both schools and in my home (my sister has special needs and I lived with a grandmother who required care). I have cared for an elderly woman with dementia in her home, providing company,...
Kimberly can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
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Arianna R.


Niceville, FL

$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver Fluent In ASL, Spanish, French, Italian

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've assisted kids with ADHD and other mental and other neuro behavioral disorders. I'm majoring in Communication Disorders and Minoring in Speech-Language Pathology at UT Dallas. I LOVE working with kids and have taught theatre classes for kids 5-14 years old for over 4 years at a local children's theatre.
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Rosalia F.


Niceville, FL

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny With 6 Years Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

-Experience with special needs and immune compromised children -K12 CPR and First Aid Certified -Intermediate Understanding of Japanese Language -Experience as a Kindergarten Aide and K12 Substitute Teacher Hi! I'm Rosalia! I'm a huge child at heart and love everything your kid does, so I'm never bored! From bugs to books, I...
Rosalia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rosie is the sweetest! She is does a great job keeping my 16 month old busy and having fun. She has been super dependable and amazingly cautious with staying safe (and keeping my son safe) during COVID. I highly recommend reaching out to her!"

Megan S.

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Arianna R.


Niceville, FL

$15-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist (specializes In Special Needs And ASD!)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have two younger brothers who I used to take care of my entire childhood. Interned and then work as a part-time Theatre Director for Children in Dallas, TX, making art for the stage with awesome kids for the past 6 years! Love seeing kids on stage, doing what they love! Currently furloughed from Walt Disney World (character...
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My son absolutely loves Arianna! Highly recommend her! She is fun and outgoing. She gets down on my son's level and plays with him. He looks forward to seeing her car pull up."

Melissa M.

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Whitney P.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a full-time nanny for 2 children, a brother and sister. I was able to watch them take their first steps and say their first words. It was a very rewarding experience to be able to spend one-on-one time with the kids and to watch them grow and learn. My most recent experience was with a little boy who was 3 months when I...
Whitney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We love Whitney! She babysits our 7 month old son and does a great job, plus she's been available on short notice and that's been a huge help. Our son needs lots of medication and she's done great with learning what he needs/administering it and she's not afraid...

Cassandra C.

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payton W.


Niceville, FL

$13/hr • 3 yrs exp

As a nurturing caregiver with 6 years of caregiving experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have given me hands-on experience in providing a safe and stimulating environment for children. As well as having experience with dementia patients. Mycalm, and friendly...
payton can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Audrey N.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Aunt At Your Service.

I have over 20 years of experience by being an aunt taking care of my niece and nephews. I have about 15 years of paid experience as well. I am great with elderly, children, special needs. I have experience with school drop off/ pickups, school field trips, doctors appointments, transport to after school activities and just...
Audrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rachel H.


Destin, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

A little bit about myself: I love my family. I have a 6-year-old son! I enjoy the outdoors/nature, art/crafting and exercising. I have a passion for health, wellness and learning about Life. I have some college experience in Special Education, a lot of experience in direct residential home care and 10+ years experience working...
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Channing B.


Shalimar, FL

$16-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello I'm looking to possibly help someone with childcare Monday-Friday I am a mother of 4 ages 17, 14, 7, and 4 . I worked childcare since 2014 I have worked with all ages. I also was the assistant director at a facility I worked at for 6 years. I have experience with all ages and special needs children I love to do crafts sing...
Channing can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Olivia A.


Destin, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Olivia and I currently am a Special Education teacher. This coming year I will be teaching a K-4 Autism/behavior unit. I love all children no matter the age or ability. I am very flexible and I have a lot of energy. Since I have all summer off I am available every day!
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payton W.


Niceville, FL

$13/hr • 4 yrs exp

My current job right now is a caregiver and I have experience with dementia and special need clients, I can do anything that is needed.
payton can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Mykaela O.


Niceville, FL

$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi! I have several years in child care experience due to the fact that I have been a caregiver for my family members and family friends for kids of all ages. I am available to assist with anything from housekeeping/errands to homework. I absolutely love working with kids and providing them with a fun and safe environment. I am...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! I have ample experience within childcare, school systems, and mental health support settings. I love caring for and supporting kids! Opportunities for learning, new experiences, and creativity are all a must! Special needs caregiver
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Sydonie M.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Am Sydonie.

Reliable caring individual with 9 years of experience caring for intellectual disabilities and vulnerable adults. Excellent client care work well with Special needs, bedwritten, visual impaired, memory impaired residents. Friendly and compassionate with excellent interpersonal communication skills, flexible available mornings...
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Arlene M.


Shalimar, FL

$14-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Love working with children special needs. I have been working with children in PrekD and behavior issues. I'm out for the summer, but will to help out a family.
Arlene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Twana C.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work.

10yrs experience with Special need adults and teens, 9yrs exp with senior care, dementia, sun downers, total care pts, and rehabilitation pts. very family oriented, never meet a stranger😁, my favorite sport is football, I'm currently working as an dialysis tech, I love cooking, watching ID ch, and Walmart
Skills:

CNA

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Joy S.


Fort Walton Beach, FL

$12-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have decades of experience caring for little ones! I have babysat, nannied, worked in nurseries and raised my own kiddos. I would need to watch your little one(s) at my home, but I can facilitate transportation if needed. I do not smoke and am CPR certified. I have worked with special needs kiddos both professionally (ABA...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Scarlett C.


Destin, FL

$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Educated, Reliable, And Compassionate Nanny

I enjoy getting to help nurture kids minds and help them grown each day. The positive impact that you can have on a child's life is truly an amazing feeling. I'm looking for a family where I can become an asset to their daily life. Whether it is helping with laundry, staying home with the kids while you are at work, or taking...
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Kylie S.


Eglin AFB, FL

$19-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitter & Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have a little over 2 years of experience providing care for children. In that time I nannied for two families. I was responsible for 4 children aged 10 months, 3, 4, and 10. Additionally I have experience with children with special needs and dietary restrictions. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible,...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valparaiso, FL

Rosalia F.

5.0

Rosie is the sweetest! She is does a great job keeping my 16 month old busy and having fun. She has been super dependable and amazingly cautious with staying safe (and keeping my son safe) during COVID. I highly recommend reaching out to her!

- Megan S.

Arianna R.

5.0

Arianna is the best and we could not have gotten luckier to have found her to babysit our two young kids while on vacation. She is kind and patient, and clearly loves kids. She not only had them read to and tucked in on time, but the first thing my three year old asked when she woke up was if...

- Katy S.

Whitney P.

5.0

We love Whitney! She babysits our 7 month old son and does a great job, plus she's been available on short notice and that's been a huge help. Our son needs lots of medication and she's done great with learning what he needs/administering it and she's not afraid to ask questions. Highly...

- Cassandra C.

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