Palmetto Special Needs Child Care

I am studying at FSU to become a special education teacher. I also work on some weekend and during summer at an overnight camp for children with special needs. This camp serves children 7 to 17 and from mild to severe disability. I have previously worked in a daycare with some children with special needs. In high school I interned in an elementary school in a resource room for children with special needs and at a school for children with autism.

For some working with children is a job. For me, it became my passion. There may be challenges to overcome in childcare but with the right attitude working with children is a gift. After spending five years in Emergency Medical Services, I couldn't help go back to doing what I was truly passionate about- working with childen. Through my experience, I learned that I especially prefer children with medical vulnerabilities and developmental challenges. I believe I have a great understanding of child psychology, development and unique case work with not only neurotypical developing kids but also uniquely developing children. I'm passionate about the care I provide, and understand it's my responsibility to keep your child safe while keeping them happy.

Over the past 6 years I've worked with individuals with special needs providing recreational therapy as well as providing in home respite care. I've worked with all age groups and a wide variety of disabilities. I've been a leader of many programs that we provided such as swimming, bowling and golf as well as other purging and special events. I also took on the role of Site Director for the severe and profound group at our Day Camp program and supervised 3 other staff members. It truly brings me joy to work with the special needs community. It's seriously the most rewarding job you can have.

My last employer was with School District of Manatee County, FL as a K-5 Teacher Aide for students with special needs. I have provided daily care for residents in a home provided by a County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs for over 15 months. I have provided care for children in my home for over 20 years; Residential Counselor for two residential homes for children and youth with a variety of special needs. These individuals were diagnosed with a variety of special needs which included but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diabetes, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Panic attacks, Cerebral Palsy, ADD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Schizophrenia and Colostomy care and Cancer. Assisted with daily living and independent living skills which included bathing, dressing, training, preparing meals according to specific diets, cleaning of resident, laundry, grocery shopping and transportation.

For several years, I have volunteered and worked for families and individuals with special needs. During the summer, I worked at a Cerebral Palsy camp, while I was in college. This position involved: feeding, bathing, toileting, and transfers. Plus, I assisted with daily therapy and outdoor activities. Later, I worked as a live-in caregiver for a quadriplegic man. He received total care as he was unable to move from the neck down. More recently, I assisted a young man with Angelman Syndrome. Most of my care for him was in the evenings in his family's home. This type of care was similar to the care provided at C. P. camp mentioned above. I also transported him in a wheelchair for outings and daycare. At home, he used a walker with my assistance. Lastly, my brother has Multiple Sclerosis. Over the past 2 years, he has lost most of his mobility. So, he requires a lot of assistance. When I am in town, I performed a lot of the duties for his care. So, I feel a lot of empathy for those families who have loved ones with special needs. Plus, I can't express the amount of love and joy I have received from those whom I have cared for.

Hi! My name is Ruby! I love getting to interact with kids no matter what the age! I used to be a tutor so I have experience with giving academic help! I also enjoy doing crafts, swimming, exploring new places and playing games!

I'm do Voluntary work at elementary school in special kids classroom. I work whith special kids in sunday school at Churh.

I have worked in the healthcare field for 7 years. I obtained a Home Health Aide Certificate. I have had experience with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, dementia, traumatic brain injury patients and dystonia. I am working on furthering my education to become a nurse.