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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Winter Haven, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Winter Haven, FL

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Soleil T.


Lakeland, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

5.0

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...
Soleil can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her again. My daughter really enjoyed her. Thank you, Solei!"

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Carter C.


Lakeland, FL

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Hey there! I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor and part-time babysitter. When I lived at home I loved to help care for my 12-year-old special-needs sister. I love to cook with nutrition in mind. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping:)
Carter can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carter watched our two year old daughter for us on Mondays. She was consistently on time, and engaged with our daughter. She was beyond sweet and our daughter truly adored her. It was such a pleasure to have her with us for the summer!"

Care member

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Hannah T.


Lakeland, FL

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Hardworking Babysitter

My name is Hannah and I am 26 years old. As the second eldest of five children taking care of all aged children is innate for me. I have babysat for families from 1 child to 5 children, aging from 1-16 years old. Over the course of my high school life, I was a "regular" sitter for 8 different families. One of the little boys I...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We used Hannah in July while visiting Orange Beach. Our kids loved her and she seemed to enjoy them as well. We would happily hire her again."

Jennifer G.

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Karyn S.


Bartow, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 3

I have 1 teenage son and 2 adult special needs children. I have been a caregiver for persons with special needs and the elderly population. I worked for the school system, the hospital, and was a Social Service Director prior to beginning my Master's degree in 2023
Karyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Early Education

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Madalynne A.


Lakeland, FL

$18/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

Hi! My name is Maddy and I am in my junior year at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida. I am currently pursuing a degree in graphic design! I am originally from Alabama, but moved to Lakeland two years ago for school! I have been a nanny since I was in high school, and have had the opportunity to work for several...
Madalynne can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alayna R.


Auburndale, FL

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Alayna! I grew up taking care of multiple family members with mental and physical disabilities. With that experience, I have been able to care for other special needs children, in both a professional and caring manner. My experiences include Autism, ADD/ADHD, vision impairments, anxiety, depression, OCD, Down Syndrome,...
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Heather H.


Lake Alfred, FL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Mom Of 7 Yr Old

I have 8 years of healthcare experience. I have previously worked in nursing homes, home health and Lakeland Regional. I have a 7 yr old daughter that I homeschool who is with me 24/7. I have experience with special needs kiddos; autism, adhd, anxiety, speech delays, non-verbal, learning disability and down syndrome. If you...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Alayna R.


Auburndale, FL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Alayna! I have 4 years of experience as a nanny. I have worked with children from the ages of 4 months - 16 years. I have CPR/First Aid training, Childhood Development Certifications, and experience in caring for children with special needs. I like to consider myself a very loving and patient person, with the...
Alayna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Karyn S.


Bartow, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

I have 2 special needs adult children, care giving for parent who passed with Parkinsons/Dementia, worked in mental health at Lakeland Regional and was a Social Service Director prior to starting Master's degree-currently. CNA certification and prefers equipment for lifting if needed.
Karyn can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Spencer H.


Eagle Lake, FL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi, I'm Spencer! Need a night out? A break from the kids? Or maybe there's just too much to get done and no one to watch the little ones? That's what I'm here for. I've helped care for kids my entire life. It makes me happy to know that there are kids getting the time and care they need! I have experience taking care of...
Spencer can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi y'all my name is Caitlyn! I'm a freshman at Southeastern University, and i'm studying missional leadership. The reason I'm applying to be a babysitter is to help out the parents with loving on their kids just as Jesus would. I'd describe my personality as joyful, fun, and outgoing! I like working with kids because I have a...
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Brittni L.


Lakeland, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a registered nurse with adult and pediatric hematology/oncology experience. I have taken care of individuals with autism, down syndrome, dementia, Alzheimer's, gross and motor delays, CP, ADHD, CF, etc. I also have experience taking care of people with medical devices, such PEG tubes, feeding tubes/pumps, insulin...
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Amanda S.


Eagle Lake, FL

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked in the medical field for 8 years. I've worked in a couple group homes with men and women who have intellectual disabilities. I'm familiar with hoyer lifts. I have a lot of patience. I'm very understanding. And plenty of references if needed.
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Katlyn E.


Auburndale, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter

I currently nanny for a family that has a daughter with special needs. She is the sweetest little girl I have ever met & I absolutely adore her! Please contact me for more information!
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Nadine P.


Lakeland, FL

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Love Helping Other !!

I am currently a business owner with a homemaker / companion license. I work with special needs young adults and the elderly. I'm extremely passionate about what I do and it brings me joy to brighten other peoples lives by assisting them in anyway and spending time with them. I'm currently looking for one client with full time...
Nadine can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Ta'shauna D.


Lakeland, FL

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

I provide care for special needs children from ages 2yrs-14yrs of age. I have also worked in a daycare with children from newborn on up, they were not special needs children, but I love working with them all. I have 9 years of experience.
Ta'shauna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hi, my name is Jasmine. I currently attend Florida Southern college. After I get my bachelors degree, I plan on getting my masters in occupational therapy and specializing in special needs. I have around 4 years of experience working with children. I spent 3 years working the latchkey and summer camp programs back home, where I...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Claire L.


Lakeland, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Your Sitter And Friend :)

Hi, I'm Claire and I have 7 years of childcare experience, from infants to teenagers. I love working with kids and I've done both short and long term jobs, including nannying children with special needs. I am a college student in Lakeland during the school year and I would love to babysit or nanny while I'm here! A few things...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
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Jeanette S.


Bartow, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

To whom it may concern, Im a certified nursing assistant and have over 24 years experience working in hospitals, day cares, nursing homes and private care. I have worked with all kinds of patients from different backgrounds. If you would like to contact me and discuss care options for your loved one, please feel free to reach...
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Heather H.


Lake Alfred, FL

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Mom Of 7 Yr Old

I have worked with children with many different special needs. Working in the hospital has provided me with some much needed medical knowledge when dealing with special needs. I have a 7 yr old daughter that would be with me who is Autistic. She is homeschooled and has loved proving all the specialists wrong! Fighting for...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winter Haven, FL

Soleil T.

5.0

She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her again. My daughter really enjoyed her. Thank you, Solei!

- Care member

Carter C.

5.0

Carter watched our two year old daughter for us on Mondays. She was consistently on time, and engaged with our daughter. She was beyond sweet and our daughter truly adored her. It was such a pleasure to have her with us for the summer!

- Care member

Hannah T.

5.0

We used Hannah in July while visiting Orange Beach. Our kids loved her and she seemed to enjoy them as well. We would happily hire her again.

- Jennifer G.

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Ratings for Winter Haven, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Winter Haven, FL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.