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Photo of Esther B.
Lakeland, FL
27 years old
3 years experience
Full-time
$15-$25/hour
I graduated from Southeastern University with degrees in Elementary Education and Exceptional Student Education. I also minored in Spanish and I am fluent in the language. I am experienced working with all students from different backgrounds from ages K-12 and... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Celiac, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive...
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Last Login: Within a month
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland.
Photo of Laketha S.
Lakeland, FL
32 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I am a certified licensed caregiver for special needs kids, as well as normal kids. I am so passionate about this job because I have a special place in my heart where all kids are place. When I'm around them I have this special bond and the child becomes mine.... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities, Deafness, Epilepsy
Response: Replies to 67% of messages.
Last Login: Yesterday
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland.
Ann K.
 
Photo of Ann K.
Lakeland, FL
47 years old
4 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have experience taking care of quadriplegic clients. I enjoy helping those that need a little assistance.
Experienced with ages: Teen, Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers, Autism, Food Allergies, Mental Illness, Mobility Challenges
Response: Replies to 79% of messages.
Last Login: Within 2 months
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland.
Ann K.
 
Photo of Ann K.
Lakeland, FL
47 years old
4 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have experience taking care of quadriplegic clients. I enjoy helping those that need a little assistance.
Experienced with ages: Teen, Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers, Autism, Food Allergies, Mental Illness, Mobility Challenges
Response: Replies to 79% of messages.
Last Login: Within 2 months
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland.
Photo of Tabitha B.
Lakeland, FL
22 years old
1 year experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I volunteered at a rehab facilitation home in Clear-water for a few years on and off. I loved working with the people there and having the chance to give back. Also, I am fluent in American sign language.
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities, Deafness, Diabetes,...
Response: Replies to 83% of messages.
Last Login: Within a week
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Can provide special needs care within 10 miles of Lakeland.
Lori B.
 
Photo of Lori B.
Lakeland, FL
49 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have worked with both children and adults since I was a child. I would always volunteer when I could, and worked in the school system as an aid to severe special needs children. I also have experience as a senior companion. I have experience in nutrition, tube... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Central Auditory Processing...
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Last Login: Yesterday
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland, including Brandon, Tampa and Wesley Chapel.
Photo of Kimberly M.
Lakeland, FL
42 years old
3 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
We had a child with a feeding tube and heart conditions in the preschool where I worked. My nephew also has ADHD and my daughter has asthma and I have also had experience with seizures and diabetes.
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Obesity, Seizure Disorder
Response: Replies to 100% of messages.
Last Login: Within 4 months
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Can provide special needs care within 10 miles of Lakeland, including Winter Haven, Plant City and Zephyrhills.
Photo of Katie Y.
Lakeland, FL
39 years old
1 year experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have cared for several people with special needs including:
Cancer, neonatal respite care, newborn with a G-tube, paraplegic with total lift, diabetic, and Alzheimer's. I am a very compassionate, caring, attentive to details, punctual, and love helping people!
Experienced with ages: Infant, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Cancer, Diabetes, Dwarfism, Mobility Challenges
Response: Replies to 100% of messages.
Last Login: Within 3 months
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Can provide special needs care within 20 miles of Lakeland, including Riverview, Valrico and Davenport.
Photo of Cherissa B.
Lakeland, FL
38 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$10-$20/hour
I have worked with children who have autism, down syndrome, and other chromosomal disorders. I love working with children and seeing how each one is unique in their own way.
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Aspergers, Asthma
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Last Login: Within 3 months
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Can provide special needs care within 20 miles of Lakeland, including Lithia, Auburndale and Seffner.
Photo of Joanna S.
Lakeland, FL
28 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$25/hour
I have a BS in special education and I have been working as a teacher in a self-contained class for lower elementary children with severe to mild autism for the last 5 years. I had a baby last summer and I am now seeking employment with more flexible hours. I am... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities,...
Response: Replies to 50% of messages.
Last Login: Within a month
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland, including Land O Lakes, Lutz and Winter Garden.
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Photo of Andrea F.
Lakeland, FL
22 years old
0 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
My sister has Asperger's, and I've watched lots of kids all over the spectrum over the years during support group meetings. More recently, I mentored a woman in her 20s with mid-functioning autism. As a result, I'm very passionate about helping those with disabilities... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Last Login: Within 2 weeks
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Can provide special needs care within 20 miles of Lakeland, including Dade City, Haines City and Bartow.
Photo of Kiara B.
Lakeland, FL
18 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$5-$25/hour
I have a 16-year-old sister who has cerebral palsy and I have cared for her most of my life. I have also worked at day cares dealing with young children who have developmental delays. I have a lot of patience when dealing with children who have special needs and... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Food...
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Last Login: Within 4 months
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Can provide special needs care within 15 miles of Lakeland.
Photo of Courtney G.
Lakeland, FL
24 years old
4 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I am an experienced medical assistant, currently enrolled at PSC for my RN, looking for any work within the health care field. I enjoy working with people and helping others with everyday activities.
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Autism, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Mental Illness, Mobility Challenges, Obesity
Response: Promised to reply within 5 days.
Last Login: Within 4 months
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Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Lakeland, including Brooksville, Apollo Beach and Lake Wales.
Lakeland, FL
36 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have my bachelors degree in education and I am a nanny school graduate. In addition, I have my certificate in Administration license in early childhood education. I have worked with special needs children as a preschool teacher, a nanny, and as an aquatic director.
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism
Response: Replies to 47% of messages.
Last Login: Yesterday
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Can provide special needs care within 50 miles of Lakeland, including Odessa, Clermont and Kissimmee.
Abby C. New!
 
Lakeland, FL
20 years old
1 year experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I am a nursing student currently enrolled at college. I would love a summer caregiver job, and I have a passion for special needs children. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as well as lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor certified.
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities, Cystic Fibrosis, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
Response: Promised to reply within 1 day.
Last Login: Within a week
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Can provide special needs care within 20 miles of Lakeland.
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