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Khadijah R.

I Would Love To Assist Your Family With Care!

Winter Garden, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Khadijah (I also go by Lavonne. It's a bit easier to pronounce. ) I am trained and experienced in all things homecare. Over the years I've cared for many families elderly and childcare alike. I view each family that I assist as my own. My main goal is to provide a comfortable environment for you. I'm readily...

Care Member says "Khadijah took wonderful care of our 9 month old until she was about 18 months old. We experienced bottle refusal (she was breastfed) and Khadijah was...

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Kathy A.

Senior Care Or Special Care

Groveland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a certified care provider with compassionate & caring experience with children & seniors. Also, health, wellness & nutrition specialist, home organizer, & have special-needs experience, My glowing recent, local references speak for themselves. I am highly qualified, creative, patient & secure with children, seniors &...

Jennifer W. says "Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed."

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Tricia A.

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...

Theresa F. says "Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical...

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Wendy M.

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye! As a mom to a wonderful 19-year-old son, I know firsthand how important it is to find a caregiver who is nurturing, patient, and engaging. My experience in caregiving includes working with children of all abilities, as well as providing companionship to special needs...

Tember B. says "Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look...

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Pilar G.

Full Time Caregiver And Home Health Aide

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
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Wendy M.

Attentive Caregiver With Special Needs Background

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have over seven years of experience supporting adults with special needs in leading independent, fulfilling lives. I provide compassionate assistance in the home, including cooking, cleaning, personal care, and medication reminders, as well as accompany individuals to...

gayle C. says "Is a very special caregiver that always takes time to listen and always provides wonderful care and friendship! My son Matthew and I think she is the...

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Aysia L.

Responsible And Caring Babysitter

Mascotte, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 4 years of experience babysitting and helping out with housework. I have two younger siblings, including one with special needs and I have assisted with their care. I absolutely love cooking, painting, reading and animals. I'm going to school to study special education/child care. I am able to help out with any...

Sagine D. says "She is a blessing!! She takes sick good care of our daughter."

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Kayla F.

Friendly & Fun Musical Nanny, Theme Park/Resort Caregiver, And Pet Sitter!

Orlando, FL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Kayla, and I've been sitting children ages Newborn-12 years for over 10 years, including twins, minor special needs, and large families. I graduated MFA Musical Theater, and I can't wait to share my passion of singing, dancing, and acting with your family! I'm CPR/AED certified, and rated in the top 1% of...

Care Member says "Kayla is amazing! She goes above her expectations, is punctual, and my kids loved her! She even took initiative and made cookies with them, and did...

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Barbara G.

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
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Shanee T.

Senior Care

Apopka, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
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...

Raynald M. says "We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation...

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Erika A.

Registered Behavior Technician

Orlando, FL

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Erika and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with 3 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I started out in a child care facility, then transferred to a group home setting working with children with developmental disabilities, im now a registered behavior technician working with...

Care Member says "Erika was very kind and patient with my kiddo. He enjoyed her. She communicated well prior her schedule "

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Melody L.

Apopka, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...
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Ludmilla T.

Full Time Nanny Available

Groveland, FL

4.8(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I have 23 years of experience as a babysitter. My first nanny job in the United States in NY when I was 22 , and my love and passion for kids made me choose this as my career. I will provide excellent care in a fun, challenging, creative environment, treating your child with kindness and respect. I also adore babies, it would be...

Renata L. says "Lu is the best!!! My twins love her, and me and my husband had the opportunity to know the great person that she is."

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Pamela S.

Experienced Caregiver

The Villages, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver. I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc. I am able to do...

Care Member says "Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "

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Renee B.

Care Giver

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
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Mary B.

Loving Mama-Babysitter

Winter Garden, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello Parents, I'm Mary. I have been mom for over 21 years. My son & my daughter are in college. I have my BS in psychology from UCF. (Go Knights!) I took extra elective classes in child development. I was an intern at UCP. I have worked with special needs children in areas of autism, CP, and downs. I worked as a substitute...

Care Member says "Mrs Mary is amazing! We feel like she is apart of our family and took care of our infant son like he was her own. We feel very blessed to have found her...

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Elizabeth A.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Looking for an experienced caregiver? I've undergone the Red Cross Babysitting program, and I love working with kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples, newborns, and special needs. I grew up closely with cousins who have Aspergers. I also have experience babysitting a kid diagnosed with anger management. One of my...

Erica D. says "Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!"

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Cassie B.

Full-time Care Giver Available

Winter Garden, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Cassie, I am 26 years old and I have been in the area for over a year be two in June. I am an experienced babysitter, with 9 years of care giving under my belt. I am comfortable looking after newborns to early teens or special needs. I am looking for a full time job 7am-6 p.m. Monday through Friday I consider...

Makayla J. says "Extremely dependable and trustworthy & most importantly amazing with kids all ages."

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James H.

Part-Time, As-Needed Childcare Provider

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is James and I am 26 years old. Prior to moving to Florida I worked at an inclusion daycare with children who had varying levels of sensory processing disorder and other delays. I moved to Florida in August of 2017 and did a College Program for 9 months. I worked at a childcare center for kids of cast members for...
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Barbara G.

Child Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I previously taught high school in the UK before relocating to the US in 2003. since being in the US I have gained several years experience and training in the child care and caring industry. Including a diploma in early childhood education CDA certification in child care, 45 hours children and family training. I have also been...

Care Member says "I am incredibly grateful for Mrs. Barbara coming into our lives. Her consistent reliability brought me such relief knowing my children were taken care...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Astatula, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Astatula, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Khadijah R.

Khadijah took wonderful care of our 9 month old until she was about 18 months old. We experienced bottle refusal (she was breastfed) and...

- Care member

Kathy A.

Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be...

- Jennifer W.

Tricia A.

Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in...

- Theresa F.

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