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Find special needs caregivers in Winter Park, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Winter Park, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Winter Park, FL

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Allison D.


Winter Park, FL

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

CNA/ Med Tech / Caregiver

5.0

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During high school I was often drawn to help my peers who had special needs, although I was never formally asked to. One time I even put helping other kids in front of my own needs and it poorly affected my grades. The following year was called into the office where the principal told me many teachers had acknowledged my...
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Marian B.


Winter Park, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have provided direct personal care for adults with developmental and physical disabilities for 13 years in a residential setting. I also have years of experience with dementia. I am fully vaccinated. I provide caring and compassionate companionship.
5.0
"Marian is a dedicated, caring Direct Support Professional that always puts the needs of her individuals first. She has 20 years experience caring for those unable to care for themselves. She was highly regarded in our agency for her professionalism, reliability,...

Stephanie S.

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Donna A.


Winter Park, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available (Live-in Or Live-out)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny for 15 years now. I have enjoyed caring for three families. I am interested in a new long-term commitment with a new family. I have been around children all of my life and even when I was not with a family, children were always with me. I enjoy taking them swimming, to the parks (even theme parks), library, etc. I...
Donna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Donna worked for me with my 4 week old baby, Ella, (now 12 weeks) in my Winter Park. She was EXCELLENT. Took great care of her and also did housework and cooking! Donna is very patient and attentive and I was sad to lose her to a full-time job in October. She...

Johanna L.

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Aurinel A.


Winter Park, FL

$14-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

BA In Medicine From Venezuela

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

General Medicine graduate from a top medical school in Venezuela with a passion for caring for people of all ages, including children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs. Certified in early childhood care, I bring patience and a bilingual advantage to provide compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled at laundry,...
Aurinel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I just wanted to share how awesome Auri has been with my uncle. She's not only super kind but also knows her stuff as a doctor, which was a huge relief for us. Dealing with diabetes isn't easy, especially for the elderly, but Auri handled it like a pro. She always...

Daritza S.

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Aurinel A.


Winter Park, FL

$16-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Medical School Graduate From Venezuela

General Medicine graduate with a passion for caring for people of all ages, including children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs. Certified in early childhood care, I bring patience and a bilingual advantage to provide compassionate and comprehensive healthcare and companionship.
Aurinel can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Aurinel used to take care of my grandmother and she was amazing. She loved her, unfortunately my grandmother passed away. "

Care member

I've worked with children with special needs and it's something I truly care about. I believe every child deserves personalized attention and support to thrive. I am more than comfortable handling the unique challenges that come with this responsibility. Additionally, I'm very familiar with household chores and responsibilities,...
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Carolyn K.


Winter Park, FL

$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

Conductor And In Nursing School

I have a degree in child development and conductive education. Currently in nursing school. Hoping to open a group home one day for adults and children with cerebral palsy.
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Emily M.


Winter Park, FL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Full Time Giver Available

Hello! My name is Emily however, I'm sometimes known as Emma, Em, E, friend, mom, sissy, and mistakenly "dad." Although "dad" doesn't really fit my description, you can call me whatever you'd like. I am 19 years old as a sophomore in college. I was studying nursing, went halfway through those courses only to change to business....
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Carlos G.


Winter Park, FL

$20-25/hr

Caregiver And Transportation Special Need Kids

I have 7 years experience by caregiver and 3 years experience to transporting special need kids to school
Carlos can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Christine G.


Winter Park, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello ~ My Name Is Ms Chris And My 32 Year Career Was As A Special Educational Paraprofessional.

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my interest in offering respite care services within your home. With over 30 years of experience as a Special Educational Paraprofessional, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of individuals requiring specialized support, and am willing to extend...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Heather B.


Winter Park, FL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Exceptional Competence And Compassion

I am currently full time in Cardiology at Advent Health with time in my schedule to provide specialized care in my community. I have 5 years experience as a residential program specialist in direct care at Anderson Center for Autism, Staatsburg, NY. ABA certification as well as full prevention and intervention SCIP-R...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Nicole D.


Winter Park, FL

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available (evenings/weekends)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Nicole, and I am a graduate from the University of Florida and Duke Law School. On weekdays, I am most available in the early mornings and evenings. On weekends, I am available all day. I have served as a nanny to a young girl from ages 7-12 and for a 1-year-old baby boy. In those roles, I provided child care,...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sofia G.


Winter Park, FL

$15-19/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Full Time Opportunity

Growing up in costa rica I started off as a volunteer taking care of kids whose parents would go to night classes in underprivileged areas. I was referred through those families to others families and babysat all throughout high school while going to college at the same time. I've taken care of all ages from newborns up to their...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Tammy S.


Winter Park, FL

$15-25/hr • 20 yrs exp

46-year Veteran At Working With Children With A Degree In Elementary Education.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

If you are looking for someone with years of experience taking care of children, who has a degree in Elementary Education, I'm the person you are looking for! I have worked with children for the last 48 years of my life. I love to read and do crafts and activities with the children in my care. I've worked with the same family...
Tammy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Lea B.


Winter Park, FL

$17/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Lea! My passion and my career path is early childhood development/special needs. My dream in life is to help children find their talents/superpowers and use them to thrive. Empathy, compassion and patience are my strengths. I'd describe my personality as transparent, creative and loving. I love working with...
Lea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Schuyler C.


Winter Park, FL

$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Babysitter, Drop Off/Pick Up Afternoons

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My names Schuyler (Skyler). I am currently attending Valencia part time toward a degree in cybersecurity. I currently work as a nanny in the mornings for one wonderful family and am open to working with more! My current family is happy to to provide me with a reference or speak to anyone or who had questions about me and...
Schuyler can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Heidi S.


Winter Park, FL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

About Heidi - Quirky, Empathetic, And Responsible

- Kids' safety, both physical and emotional, comes first. - Maintains child-like wonder and actively encourages children to explore and play. - It's safe to make mistakes. Kids deserve to be treated with the same dignity expected from adults. When caretakers respond to hardship with calm logic and empathy, kids learn to do the...
Heidi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Carolyn K.


Winter Park, FL

$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter Available Some Weekdays, Nights And Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I was young. I have helped at my aunt's daycare and I have had numerous babysitting jobs with children ranging from newborn to 10 years old. I have lots of experience working with children with special needs as well.
Carolyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi everyone! My name is Carrington and I am 22 years old. Located in Winter Park but willing to commute for the right family! I'm open to consistent nannying and occasional babysitting! I have a job Monday-Friday during the day so I'm looking for work in afternoons/evenings, occasionally can work weekends, & can watch kids...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Taylor S.


Winter Park, FL

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extraordinary Sitter

Hello, my name is Taylor and I am 29 years old! I am an elementary school teacher :) I will be going back to full time work on August 2nd. I am available weekdays after 4:30 and all day on the weekends! I have 4 years experience teaching in the school system, 2 years experience in tutoring and 12 years of experience in...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winter Park, FL

Marian B.

5.0

Marian is an excellent advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities. She is kind, compassionate and extremely flexible.

- Michael T.

Donna A.

5.0

Donna has been such a blessing in our life! She is the most reliable and dependable sitter we have ever hired. She picks our girls up from school and safely drives them home, takes them to the park or after school activities. We come home to children who are fed, homework done, dishes done and most...

- Katherine M.

Aurinel A.

5.0

I just wanted to share how awesome Auri has been with my uncle. She's not only super kind but also knows her stuff as a doctor, which was a huge relief for us. Dealing with diabetes isn't easy, especially for the elderly, but Auri handled it like a pro. She always kept an eye on his health and made...

- Daritza S.

Aurinel A.

5.0

Aurinel used to take care of my grandmother and she was amazing. She loved her, unfortunately my grandmother passed away.

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Winter Park, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.