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Amanda M.

Fort Myers, FL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
hi! My name is Amanda, I have been babysitting/ working with kids for the past 8 years now. I worked at creative world preschool/ daycare. I was recently a camp counselor for the last three summers at camp frontiers overnight summer camp. there I worked with kids all ages. I also babysat in high school and in college. I...
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Dementia
errands
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation., house keeping, grocery shopping, bathing and all specials need I also have hover lift experience, bring client to doctors appointments and hospice experience.
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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have always had a special interest in caring for children. I have experience with all age groups. I can also help with organizing and some light cleaning or cooking. In addition, I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified, and have my DCF childcare certification. I now have over 10 years of experience working with children, both in...

Pam S. says "The best! Kellie actually plays and does activities with the kids. She's constantly teaching and encouraging them. Very reliable."

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Weekly Sitter

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Emma, a 27-year-old caregiver with over 15 years of experience working with both special needs and typically developing children. I'm passionate about creating safe, inclusive environments where kids feel supported, heard, and empowered to grow. As I prepare for motherhood myself, I understand more than ever the...

Care Member says "Emma cared for our girls and was nothing short of amazing! She helped with the house along with the girls & made my life much easier! I highly recommend...

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Lehigh Acres, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Nicole and I currently work for the School District. I have been employed since 2001 and I love every minute of my day with my kids! I teach K-5 social communications (students with autism) I have a 24-year-old daughter who is a Vet Tech. I also worked for Lee County Parks and Recreation and was a Therapeutic...

Care Member says "The best in childcare ! Children adore her ! "

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Caregiver For Children/Elderly Or Special Needs Available!

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have experience working in the child care setting teaching preschool and also working in younger classrooms as well, before I obtained my bachelors degree in education. Currently I am a stay at home mother of three who is looking to help out other parents with child care as needed, from my home! My children are younger and...

Shelley C. says "Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering...

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Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Paige! I am 26 and am currently a full-time nanny. I have experience in health care working in a hospital with CPR and First Aid skills, as well as working with special needs children. Specifically autism, developmental delays, speech delays, nonverbal, and physical delays. My schedule is changing and I am now...

Matt And Marina R. says "Paige is fantastic! She worked with us consistently this year and was amazing with my 3 kids. One has medical issues and another has behavioral...

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Caregiver

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 15 years experience, CPR, AED and First Aide certified. Licensed/Certified CNA, and I am insured. I take the initiative whenever necessary, enabling me to do the job well without supervision and deal effectively with unexpected emergencies. I am detail-oriented, and follow instructions. I am a caring, compassionate...

Mary V. says "Angela has been wonderful with our special needs daughter. She is caring and compassionate and extremely dependable. She's a real gem!"

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Full-time Caregiver With Special Needs Population Or Seniors

North Fort Myers, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with adults with a variety of physical, mental, and emotional challenges. I have 18 years experience working in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, coordination of personal programs, therapeutic recreational activities, and behavioral modification skills for independent living. I have a...
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Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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 24 years old and am a junior at the University of Nebraska Omaha (online). I am pursuing a degree in Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis. I currently work as a behavioral therapist for OWL Behavior Analysis Practice LLC. I love working with kids! Before working as a 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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Hi My Name Is Ella And This Is My Passion !

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I love working with kids! I want a big family of my own in the future. I have worked with all ages , also including special needs children. I have 4 years of experience with caregiving. I have a super bubbly personality and can adapt to every family . I'm very organized, attentive, caring and responsible . kids are such a...

Kathleen C. says "Ella was amazing! She Helped me out last minute for a sitter and my 4-year-old loved her, the next day kept asking when she could come back. I would...

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Part-time Caregiver Available

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
I was an elementary school school teacher for 12 years and am currently enrolled in a full time graduate program for occupational therapy. Both of these experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with children with all types of abilities, and I would love the chance to work together with your family!
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Special Needs Certified!

Lehigh Acres, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Nicole and I currently work for the School District. I have been employed since 2001 and I love every minute of my day with my kids! I teach K-5 social communications (students with autism) I have a 24-year-old daughter who is a Vet Tech. I also worked for Lee County Parks and Recreation and was a Therapeutic...
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Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have plenty of experience dealing with various stages of dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer patients. I also have experience with special needs children such as heart conditions, blind, physically handicapped, ADHD. Have had diversity training, former foster parent, girl scout and boy scout leader and trainer.

Elizabeth K. says "Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy...

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Fort Myers, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a nurturing and dependable nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for infants through age five. I hold a degree in Childhood Education and have worked as a teacher, supervisor, and private nanny. I am special needs certified and have hands-on experience supporting children of all abilities. CPR and First Aid certified, I...
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Part Time Caregiver/nanny

Fort Myers, FL

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been watching children for eight years. I have worked every shift and have watched sick kids as well. I am very patient, energetic, responsible and I love kids and pets! I have experience with all ages including infants and special needs children as well! I am a very clean and organized person so I am more than happy to...
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Fort Myers, FL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 6 years of babysitting/nannying experience, with kids of all ages, newborn+, including kids with special needs. I love going to the park/playing outside, playing games, reading books, watching Disney movies, playing dress up, coloring/crafts, swimming, transporting, taking to after school activities and summer care. I...
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Punta Gorda, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm a CPR and First Aid certified college student with 5+ years of childcare experience, including caring for up to 6 kids at once. I have worked with children of all ages and have extensive experience with special needs, especially AUTISM. I'm patient, dependable, and passionate about creating a safe, fun, and loving...
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Help With Adults

Cape Coral, FL

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$25/hr
Hello, I can help with your needs. I have experience and letters of recommendation and are in special needs. I help bathe go to the bathroom kitchen in general everything.
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Loving Senior Care Provider!

Lehigh Acres, FL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
Hello! My name is Nicole and I currently work for the School District. I have been employed since 2001 and I love every minute of my day with my kids! I teach K-5 social communications (students with autism) I have a 24-year-old daughter who is a Vet Tech. I also worked for Lee County Parks and Recreation and was a Therapeutic...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of February 2026

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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

Kellie P.

The best! Kellie actually plays and does activities with the kids. She's constantly teaching and encouraging them. Very reliable.

- Pam S.

Emma S.

Emma cared for our girls and was nothing short of amazing! She helped with the house along with the girls & made my life much easier! I...

- Care member

Nicole B.

The best in childcare ! Children adore her !

- Care member

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