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Katarina K.


Gainesville, FL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Supportive And Loving :)

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Hi, my name is Katarina and I have always loved children and the ability to be a positive role model in their lives. I volunteered as a teachers assistant in Africa, was a camp counselor for a summer camp for 4 years, and have worked with kids with special needs for 2 years. I love taking care of children and being able to help...
Katarina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Diana Q.


Newberry, FL

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have experience with toddlers and kids with specials needs, I can help with some light housekeeping duties and preparing meal for the kid.
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! I currently am in PT school and I work as a nanny for a 1yo and 5yo. I have also worked as a summer camp coach for ages 3 - 8 years (including children with special needs). I love kids and I am willing to help with cooking, transportation, school, and more!
Marissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I enjoyed baby sitting around my neighborhood in high school as well as my two younger step sibling, one of which has special needs. Just looking to make a few extra bucks while I'm in college, I'm very patient and work well with little ones.
Jacqueline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am passionate about caring for people with special needs because I have an understanding most people working with disabilities don't. I experience my own struggles and symptoms that give me confidence I can relate or just generally understand those around me with their own struggles. My goal as a student at the University of...
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Nolan L.


Gainesville, FL

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Loving Care Giver Who Love Kids And Loves To Laugh.

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Bowel Management Assistance. Former RBT (ABA Therapy) Pairing and building rapport are my jam. Humans are humans and deserve to be treated as such. Actor and storyteller, so we will never be bored.
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Jade D.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Best Friend Fun Sitter With A Big Smile

Hi! I'm 25 years old & I started babysitting when I was 13. In 7th grade I became a volunteer in my school for the special needs sports league, after HS I became a Certified Coach for NJ Special Olympics. I was also a life guard every summer throughout high school & up until I moved to Florida. In 2018 I moved to FL & attended...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Corissa R.


Gainesville, FL

$16-17/hr3 yrs exp

Creative Sitter And Positivity Sharer

I have 3 years of experience. I currently have been working at a preschool for one year and for two years I taught in the children's nursery of my church. I'm always open to help with housekeeping and homework. I love practicing child-directed learning and sensory play. I also love nature enrichment so I believe in dirty knees...
Corissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Megann. I am currently going into my Junior year at UF. I have a daily afternoon nanny job but am looking for a family who needs help with school drop offs! I am vaccinated and have experience with kids of all ages, including special needs. I also drive a reliable car and live just north of campus near 34th and...
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Melinda W.


Dunnellon, FL

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have almost 7 years of experience as a personal caregiver. Clients with dementia, progression Parkinson's disease.
I'm a sitter who has been working with children for over five years. My passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development motivates me to provide a safe and stimulating environment for them to learn and thrive. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens, and I'm comfortable...
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Elizabeth R.


Newberry, FL

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Baby-sitter/Nanny Available

I have years of experience with kids and I love kids. I have two sisters, 23 and 15, my youngest sister is special-needs, she is Autistic, so I do have experience working with special needs kids. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and I have babysat from a range of different ages. I've babysat for groups of kids. After...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kaley B.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver

Hi there, I'm Kaley! I'm a doctoral student at the University of Florida in the Occupational Therapy Program. I want to eventually specialize in pediatrics, given that I love kids. I have my Bachelor's in Family and Child Sciences from Florida State University (graduated May 2020). Individuals with special needs have been a part...
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Mary R.


Gainesville, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have over 30 yrs experience working with people with special needs. I have worked privately with families as well as with organizations serving people with special needs. I am kind, patient, friendly adaptable and Provide quality care. I can assist with a wide range of needs. I will move to Largo the end of Sept 2020 and would...
Hello, I'd love to offer my services out to those families in need. I worked with Best Buddies for 3 years and then went on to volunteer with AbilityTree for 2. Both programs work with disabled children. During this time I would help teach, play, cook, and clean with the kids. AbilityTree also ran events for seniors and two...
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Kelsea S.


Gainesville, FL

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun And Experienced Childcare Provider.

I have experience across the board. I have cared for ages 3months-16years. I have years of experience volunteering with children/teens with special needs and I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician.
Kelsea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for about 5 years, and have nannied and babysat long term as well. I have a perfect driving record and can also cook and clean. I love working with kids of all ages, and am experienced with special needs and infant care. I speak a good bit of Spanish and can play multiple instruments. I am also...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kylie and I am currently a freshmen at the University of Florida. I am studying education and hoping to eventually become a special education teacher or an elementary school teacher. I have previously worked with kids ranging from all ages and have also had experience working with kids who have type 2 diabetes and...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Deann H.


Inglis, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Over 25 Years Experience Caring For Medically Fragile, And Special Needs, Children And Adults.

Recently relocated to Inglis, Florida. I have been a respite care provider to children, adults with Special needs. This includes developmental disabilities, cystic fibrosis, trisomy, MD, asthma, and additional challenges. Elderly cognitive decline, to include dementia and Alzheimer's My background includes 10 years working as...
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Shanice W.


Gainesville, FL

$13-16/hr2 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver For Children

I am currently a behavioral therapist for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental and cognitive delays. I have been working with Behavioral Analysis Support Services for over 2 years providing care to children and teaching children functional communication, behavioral, academic, daily living, and...

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