Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Winter Haven, FL

$15-20/hr

I have worked for a couple of months as a work-study student in a special needs school and have loved being able to interact with the children there and help them in a patient, caring way. I want to make every person feel safe and cared for!

Emilliana K.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

I am a caregiver with compassion and caregiving skills that is ready to assist people with special needs live a better life. I have over six years of hands-on experience as a caregiver to a family member with special needs. I'm well versed in designing and implementing activities to keep someone with special needs engaged. I'm...

Farrah L.

Bartow, FL

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care With Exceptional Compassion

I am a single mother of 2 who works in a school setting as well. I have experience with special needs and I also have a passion for caring for elderly and children. Caring for others and kindness are my specialty. I am able to handle alot of stress with calmness and ease.

Farrah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Carter C.

$15-24/hr

Caregiver

Because I've grown up with a special needs sister, I've grown to love caring for and spending time with people alike. I am a volunteer coach for a special Olympics tennis team and was in Best Buddies all 4 years of high school. During the summer I spend time as a camp councelor for ages 11-13.

Alisha H.

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Aye, Aye, Captain!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alisha. I am a dedicated and experienced sitter/helper for errands, pets, senior care, special needs, infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers, with years of experience providing professional services. I am a nurturing, compassionate, and reasonably firm & resolute individual who enjoys helping you and your...

Alisha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0

"Alisha was an absolute pleasure to coordinate and work with. I hired her while on vacation. My son said she played with her, was nice to her and loved her. Friendly and professional. I am happy to be a reference. Thanks for much needed mommy time."

Latasha M.

Lindy Z.

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.

Lindy can also help with: Personal care, dementia

5.0

"Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also...

Kimberly M.

Callahan G.

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...

Callahan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep

5.0

"Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her."

Maria S.

Danielle T.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Mama And Outdoors Lover!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of hands on experience and am a mama myself! I can help with cleaning the house, meal preparation, laundry, errands and pets! I love to take kiddos to museums, the zoo, and lots of outdoor fun. Extremely detail oriented, safe, and attentive. Being a mama, I want the best for your babies just like I would my own!...

Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with two rowdy pups. When I first went back to work I was nerve wrecked, and she was our first nanny. But she would text so many...

Melanie M.

Joy R.

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter And Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I would love to help you take care of your children! I have experience in after school care, homework help and errands. I also have experience with taking care of babies and toddlers. I recently have been employed on a part-time basis for pick up after school until parents come home. I have almost 10 yrs experience. My...

Joy can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Excellent caregiver for our four month old, looking forward to working with her again!!"

Andria H.

Victoria M.

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...

Victoria can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more

Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0

"Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."

Wilma D.

Tracey B.

Haines City, FL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Local And Experienced Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

20 years in health care. I specialize in Special needs care and elderly care. I have great communication skills, dependable and trustworthy. I also do light house keeping and meal preparations.

Tracey can also help with: Personal care, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more

Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0

"Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines. That is why when my Aunt needed help with her elderly mother, I first thought of Tracey. She could be trusted to...

Melissa D.

Aida R.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping , Crafts Drop off and pick up. I have experienced with special needs kids I've worked with special needs kids for the past seven years. I have an excellent driving record I have a CDL class B. I drove school buses for 10 years and as a part-time I also hand to care...

Aida can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"My son and our family loves Aida! She doesn't just "watch" our 1 year old which I love. She teaches him, she meal preps and she literally gets on the floor and roll around with him. When Aida started working with him he didn't know many words. He can now recognize...

Claudina T.

Allison D.

Lake Wales, FL

$20-32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Energy Filled Joy Giver

5.0

(3)

Caring for children has always come naturally to me but now, with a certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for 5+ years, my skills in empathy, organization, communication, discipline, receptivity, and working with a plethora of students and clients who may be on the Autism spectrum or have other special needs...

Allison can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"- Service is great, she takes care of my kids on time and was never late. - I think her overall professionalism is great, and I also think it's really awesome to see sometime her age be as mature as she is. - Highly recommend her to anyone who is looking...

Charlie G.

Marie R.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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I am an Early Childhood Education major with more than 18 years experience, with a speciality area of Children With Special Needs ( Autism, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida.....). I have been trained to feed children with G tubes. I have 15 +years of providing care for newborns and toddlers. I love fostering long relationships with...

Marie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Professional and kind. Great communication skills, a pleasure to work with. "

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Michaelle C.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) with 10+years experience senior care, special needs care, Demetia care and more. I am a Compassionate, Caring, Loving. Available 24/7.

Michaelle can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, live-in home care, personal care

Skills:

CNA

5.0

"Strongest recommendation for Mica who worked in our home for 1.5 years helping our two 90-year-old moms (one mobile, one bedridden). Oustanding general behavior: o Always on time and doesn't ask for time off; o Trustworthy with everything (e.g., personal...

Leigh R.

Brandy M.

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.

5.0

"Brandy is very pleasant and accommodating. She has been there for me on short notice when I needed transportation to my doctor appointments. She answered me quickly when I reached out for help."

Marjorie H.

Angela C.

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi There, I have experience with a plethora of different types of children. Most had special needs including Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Down syndrome. I have taken care of kids with learning disabilities as well. The last 2 families I was with had me travel with them to help with the infants and son with autism. I've worked...

5.0

"Super helpful with fixing up our kitchen and made it more functional while watching the kids !"

Mary L.

Kloey W.

$19-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter/nanny

Life can be hard and extremely stressful without trusted childcare. That's why I'm here I would love to help out with your kids while you are away at work. I have worked with children ages 2 months to 10 years old. I have experienced working with kids with special needs and adhd. I am good at keeping a schedule and helping...

Kloey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Julisamar C.

$13-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience with babysitting family members and I've babysat one of my mom's student who has special needs. I've worked at a summer camp for two years supervising 20+ kids and providing fun activities such as crafts and sports. I've volunteered at Elementary Schools before and in Extended Day programs. I am very flexible...

Julisamar can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Carrie L.

Mulberry, FL

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp