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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Apopka, FL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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I am a fast learner with a passion for health and child development. I love working with children. I feel it is imperative that they learn to function as independently as possible. I have experience as a Registered Behavioral Technician with 10+ years of child care experience, ranging from typical to neuro-typical children. I...
5.0
"Kendra has been an amazing caregiver for our special needs daughter. She worked with us full time for 8 months. She's dependable, trustworthy, calm , sweet, smart and goes above and beyond. My typical...
Reviewed by Melissa R.
Ashley S.
Apopka, FL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
Melody L.
Apopka, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, I am Melody and I'm a natural born care provider. I am outgoing, friendly, dependable, honest, super patient and come with over 20 years of hands on experience.
I am a trained home health aid and my goal is to provide a safe place where your loved one can thrive and be cared for. I can prepare food, provide...
Marilyn F.
Apopka, FL
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Available Part-Time And Occasional Care-Giving
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I have had two babies myself. And I've been employed by three different families to take care of their newborns.
I am a sweet , kind, energetic, positive, flexible, can do, punctual Nanny. Available part time, seeking a loving , stable family to become a major part of a team.. Most recently, I have been the primary caregiver for...
5.0
"Miss Mickey was amazing! She was so great with our 5 month old son. He (and we) felt very comfortable with her. She was always on time, kept our son active and learning from the moment she arrived until she...
Reviewed by Jennifer E.
Iris R.
Apopka, FL
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I am educated and trained as a social worker for elderly and for people with special needs, and also got my CNA degree back home in Austria, Europe.
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"Iris had been great with my dad. He can be hard to deal with at times and takes a lot of patience! They have managed to form a really strong bond, when he gets sick she is always the first one she asks for!...
Reviewed by Marc S.
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I have worked with Seniors for over 10 years paid. My experiences are helping them with organizing, bathing, eating, in/out of bed, wheelchairs and Dr. appointments. I have worked for OCPS for seven years with special needs students and have grown to love what I do everyday. I'm passionate about my work because if I can help...
5.0
"We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old
Her duties were:
- Light housekeeping
- Laundry
- Transportation (grocery store, medical appointments etc.)
-...
Reviewed by Raynald M.
Francesca D.
Apopka, FL
$25-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Francesca! I started out working with children/adults with special needs for about 10 months, and that was what sparked my interest in care-giving. I worked a variety of other jobs, before it lead me to working with seniors, which I did for about a year. I loved it so much I decided to get educated more about it, &...
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"I have multiple sclerosis and am wheelchair bound. Francesca took excellent care of me for almost 5 years. She prepared all my meals. Helped me in and out of the shower/tub combo so I could shower. She is...
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Brittani H.
Apopka, FL
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked for a school for autistic children for 2 years and I am now in the process of receiving my registered behavior technician certification.
Shanee T.
Apopka, FL
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I worked for a middle school for seven years in the special needs room. I am very familiar with feeding tubes, bathing, dressing, positioning, lifting, exercise, etc. I am also a home health aide. I am certified in CPR and First Aid and have also worked with Alzheimer's, bipolar and COPD. I love working with the elderly and...
Daira R.
Apopka, FL
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
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I'm licensed practical nurse! I love my job take care of the kids and baby's with special needs like my own baby's
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I'm a passionate and nurturing babysitter located in Apopka, FL. With over three years of childcare experience with kids with disabilities/ autism, I'm confident in my ability to create an inspiring, loving, fun environment for your kids.
My current rate is $20-25 per hour depending on how many children, light housekeeping,...
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I am a current paraprofessional for Volusia county schools. I work with kids between 6th-8th grade. I have experience with ASD, OCD, dyslexia, and intellectual disorder. Before this year, I never thought that I would love ESE so much. These kids work hard, they're hilarious, and they're oh so lovable. I want as much experience...
Yaneisi T.
Apopka, FL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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48 years old
Six years of experience. I am a certified medical assistant and HHA. I have six years of experience with seniors and adults as a care giver and also companion care. Two years of working with children. I like my job because I first took care of my grandparents and now I would like to continue contributing my help to...
Briana T.
Apopka, FL
$17-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have few years In special needs care taking care of my friends son while she worked. So anything you require I am willing to work with and do my best
Holly D.
Apopka, FL
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a positive, reliable, and caring person with 10+ years of experience working with children, including 5+ years of volunteer work with children with special needs. In fact, volunteering with these amazing kiddos is what led me to major in Special Education. My goal is to gain...
Nicole M.
Apopka, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, l'm Nicole and I absolutely love kids of all ages. I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember, I am very flexible and can handle any directions you leave for me and you children. I am very creative, organized, and a well planed out babysitter. I've graduated high school and have a lot of free time on my hands, I am...
Holly D.
Apopka, FL
$12-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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*Currently unavailable to accept new positions*
Hello! I am a positive, reliable, and caring person with 10+ years of experience working with children, including 5+years of volunteer work with children with special needs. This volunteer work is actually what led me to major in Special Education. I love working with children of...
Raquel R.
Apopka, FL
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I currently work at a school for children with autism and special needs. I have worked in childcare for 4 years. Therefore, I am comfortable caring for children ages 5 months to 15 years old. I love working with children and creating a bond with them. The bond created between the children and I are the reason I love going to...
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I work as an infant care teacher at our place Learning Center. I have a special needs child of my own who is 6 years old who has Down syndrome. I've been a certified nursing assistant for the last 13 years and my CNA is still active CPR certified Med certified wound care certified whatever your child's needs are I am willing to...
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Hi! My name is Madi, I'm new to the area and a student of a local Christian ministry school!
I am hoping to find a wonderful family to lend a helping hand for childcare, meals, transportation, cooking, and cleaning.
I LOVE working with kids and have been doing so most of my life. I'm currently a para professional at an...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Apopka, FL
Kendra M.
5.0
Kendra has been an amazing caregiver for our special needs daughter. She worked with us full time for 8 months. She's dependable, trustworthy, calm , sweet, smart and goes above and beyond. My typical daughter adores her as well. Any family would be lucky to have her as a caregiver!
- Melissa R.
Marilyn F.
5.0
Mickey is awesome our 3 kids loved her, we loved her, if we lived in Florida we'd use her all the time! Thanks again Mickey you're the best
- Mo L.
Iris R.
5.0
Iris is amazing! She was an excellent companion to my mother with dementia, keeping her safe and lifting her mood. Iris was also great with the staff at the rehab facility, working well with them to make sure my mother was well cared for. Iris is an absolute jewel!
- Bethany W.
Shanee T.
5.0
We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old
Her duties were:
- Light housekeeping
- Laundry
- Transportation (grocery store, medical appointments etc.)
- Companionship
Shanee is reliable, punctual and always has a positive and friendly attitude.
We...
- Raynald M.
Francesca D.
5.0
I have multiple sclerosis and am wheelchair bound. Francesca took excellent care of me for almost 5 years. She prepared all my meals. Helped me in and out of the shower/tub combo so I could shower. She is gentle, patient and caring.
- Care member
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Ratings for Apopka, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Apopka, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.