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Catherine D.

Autism Special Needs ADD ADHD

Alva, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have many years of experience working with children ages newborn to teen. Not only do I have private experience (babysitting, nannying, private practice tutoring, etc.), but I also have professional experience. I am a Florida Certified teacher, certified in Kindergarten through 6th grade and Exceptional Student Education. I...
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Dependable Overnight/ Day, Caregiver For Special Needs

Lehigh Acres, FL

3.0(1)
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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have six years experience caring for those with special needs. I've cared for two Autistic children and one blind child. Most of my experience is with those wheelchair bound. I also have experience operating hoyer lifts. I have cared for five people who were confined to a wheelchair in their homes. Two were mentally...

Brenda C. says "Does take a lot of time off for personal interests."

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Good Vibes And Happy Times

Lehigh Acres, FL

4.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 11 years of experience, delegated throughout daycare centers, my mother's at home daycare, and babysitting gigs since I was 12 years old. I am open to helping around the house, including: dishes, laundry, organization, cleaning the home, food preparation, running errands, carpooling, and scheduling appointments. Children...

Alisha M. says "Brianna is wonderful with my daughter. This is probably my second "review" of anything or anyone, ever. She has been kind, patient and reliable. My...

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Evenings And/or Weekends Care Provider

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
My name is Stephanie. I have worked with special needs kiddos for about 21 years. Working with these beautiful souls is truly my passion and I am so lucky to have found something I love so immensely! I am a very positive, energetic, loving, reliable, patient, flexible, hard working, and open minded person. I started out doing...

Sarah D. says "Steph has cared for my under a year old daughter a few days a week while I was working. I cannot express enough her gift of working with babies/kids. From...

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Special Needs Provider With Experience With Autism

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I recently moved to SWFL (Ft. Myers) from Vermont where I held a position as a 1:1 in Special Education in an elementary school for the past 10 years. I resigned in 9/2109 as I worked toward selling home. I worked primarily with children on the Autism Spectrum, both verbal and pre/non verbal. I am familiar with ABA,...
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Lehigh Acres, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Katie. I am 21 years old and am a sophomore at Florida Institute of Technology. I am pursuing a degree in Clinical Psychology. I currently work as a behavioral therapist at Stepping Stones Kids Therapy for children/teens with ASD or other special needs (ages 2-15). I love working with kids! Before working as a...

Ashley H. says "Katie is amazing. She's been with our family for a few months. We have a more difficult child and the way she has handled him and navigated him has been...

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Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a single mom to Irish twin boys, E (two) and S (one). My youngest is breastfed, so I am seeking a family to assist who is open to allowing me to bring my sons along. We love to play and have fun! I graduated from Cosmetology school in 2012 and hold a valid Cosmetology license. I also graduated from college in 2017 and hold...

Angela H. says "I hired Mackenzie to babysit my kids and she's great. My boys had a good time drawing, reading and playing with her. She is very punctual and very...

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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Caring for children, especially those with special needs, has been a beautiful experience full of love, learning, kindness, and gratitude every day.
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Certified Home Health Aide

Lehigh Acres, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience in Parkinson disease, dementia, stroke, paralysis. I am very patient, understanding, and a very good listener. I am also good at what I do.
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Hello I Am Filipina And I Love Caring People

Lehigh Acres, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
little about my self I start my journey as domestic helper in Singapore, and I meet this beautiful family who has there 1st daughter has special needs "Blackfan diamond anemia " its a rare genetic blood disorder where the bone marrow doesn't produce enough red blood cells and decide to move in America due to her rare condition I...
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have worked with children through various capacities throughout the years. Including as an after-school aid, and registered behavior therapist, I also have four children of my own ranging from 4 - 15. I'm skilled in handling children with special needs, especially ASD. I love kids and families.
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$13/hr
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
transportation
Hello! My name is Nacheca and I have experience providing compassionate care for seniors, including those with special needs. I'm CPR certified, patient, and attentive, with a strong focus on safety and emotional well-being. I enjoy creating a calm and supportive environment whether that means assisting with daily routines,...
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I Help You.

Lehigh Acres, FL

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$49/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm here for help you and your family. That is the Most important. I'd describe my personality as very dedicated person to everything I like, I am very patient with people when they need my help and I have many goals to follow when it comes to helping people who need it. I like caring for seniors because I love help peoples...
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Here To Help Out!!Allow Me To Make Parenting A Little Easier While I Do What I Love.

Lehigh Acres, FL

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$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children has been my passion for the last few years. My positive experiences babysitting motivated me to support families by providing reliable childcare. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I communicate with parents through written daily reports, verbal communication at pickup,...
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$25/hr
12 years experience
hello I am Filipina and a little summary about nanny journey. I start in Singapore 2013, in Singapore being nanny is very different from what they called and what your job descriptions We call us " DH domestic helper " or house maid which is more here like house manager too. And the reason why I end up here in America. I met...
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a 12-year-old son who had spinal surgery at 2 months old and a 18-year-old who has kerticonus a rare eye condition I care for them both and they are smart my son never failed a grade he past the Fcat I tutor him my daughter graduated and now working I push them both to be the best they can be despite their special needs I...
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 18 years of experience in elderly care and 28 years in childcare I'm a professional healthcare worker and a medical assistant I'm willing to travel for my job and I'm willing to travel with my clients anywhere in the world
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$18/hr
Caring for children with special needs is my passion. I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with hands-on experience supporting children with autism and other developmental differences. I approach each child with patience, compassion, and creativity, making learning and play engaging through sensory activities, games, and...
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Very Experienced Caregiver/ Babysitter

Lehigh Acres, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello!! My name is Tabitha. I have over 10 years experience with caregiver/ babysitter. Over 17 years experience with caring for special needs individuals. I'm caring, hardworking and I have a sharp eye for anything that may cause harm to your love one. I have reliable transportation and will always be on time. You can be...
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Lehigh Acres, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Thanks for your consideration. I am a patient, kind, and professional caregiver. I specialize in first aid, medication management, and supportive care.
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Special Needs Caregivers in Alva, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Venessa M.

Does take a lot of time off for personal interests.

- Brenda C.

Brianna S.

Brianna is wonderful with my daughter. This is probably my second "review" of anything or anyone, ever. She has been kind, patient and...

- Alisha M.

Stephanie P.

Steph has cared for my under a year old daughter a few days a week while I was working. I cannot express enough her gift of working with...

- Sarah D.

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