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Katlyn E.

Special Needs Sitter

Auburndale, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I currently nanny for a family that has a daughter with special needs. She is the sweetest little girl I have ever met & I absolutely adore her! Please contact me for more information!
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Auburndale, FL

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Alayna! I grew up taking care of multiple family members with mental and physical disabilities. With that experience, I have been able to care for other special needs children, in both a professional and caring manner. My experiences include Autism, ADD/ADHD, vision impairments, anxiety, depression, OCD, Down Syndrome,...
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Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
2 years experience
I worked at a group home for children/adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. Mainly had to do with behavioral issues and helping them get adjusted to their everyday lives. My tasks as a care giver included helping them bathe, get ready for school, cook 3 meals a day, laundry, house keeping, and giving...

Care Member says "Hannah worked for me providing direct care for children with developmental disabilities. Hannah was able to de-escalate extreme behaviors through her...

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Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...

Care Member says "She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her...

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Special Needs And Child Care

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Family! My name is Jessica I'm 32years old and have done so much in life. I'm a wife of 13 years mom of 4 boys (16, 13, 9, and 6). I have done home health care, licensed cosmetologist, and day care worker. I also cared for a boy for 2 years who was autistic. I would love to meet with you and your family to find out if we...

Mandy W. says "She was so great with my kids they asked when she was coming back! Super friendly, kind, caring, and all the great qualities I was looking for in a...

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Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...

Maria S. says "Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel...

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Lakeland, FL

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$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey there! I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor and part-time babysitter. When I lived at home I loved to help care for my 12-year-old special-needs sister. I love to cook with nutrition in mind. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping:)
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Outgoing, Mature, Christian Caregiver

Winter Haven, FL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
personal care
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a wife and mom of 4. I have experience in pediatric special needs care (trach care, feeding tube, heart monitor, oxygen, etc) I have held paid positions in elderly care as well as caring for my own parents before they passed away. I have worked as a pharmacy technician and am comfortable with medication prep. I am looking...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$20/hr
I have extensive experience with child care and special needs and am compassionate, patient, and eager to help as much as possible!
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Full-time Caregiver Avilability

Lakeland, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I love my job and what I do. I am enthusiastic, energetic, friendly, loyal, clearly dedication very dependable, and very good with communication. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
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Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver - Supporting Individuals With Special Needs

Winter Haven, FL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I'm Jessica, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a passion for supporting individuals with special needs. With several years of experience working with Chrysalis in Utah, I've had the privilege of providing personalized care and support to individuals with a range of needs, including disabilities, mental health...
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Child Whisperer

Winter Haven, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have always loved children and I have actively been taking care of children since I was young myself. I have cared for children with special needs, children with trauma, and children who just want somebody to have fun with while their parents are gone. My experience comes from being taught by my mama who ran her own daycare...
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Eagle Lake, FL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
I have worked in the medical field for 8 years. I've worked in a couple group homes with men and women who have intellectual disabilities. I'm familiar with hoyer lifts. I have a lot of patience. I'm very understanding. And plenty of references if needed.
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Winter Haven, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I recently was hired to teach in Polk County. I was a paraprofessional in a kindergarten thrpugh second grade Autism unit for two years. I have learned a lot about Autism. I enjoy working with the boys in our class. I love to hear them laugh and how they make me laugh. I enjoy how they show unconditional love.
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Care Provider

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
With over 20 years working with elderly, children, as well as special needs... I feel it as my calling to care for those in need. I currently provide care at Lake Gibson Village during the day and looking for another position where I can utilize the talents god gave me which includes compassionate care. References are available...
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Special Needs

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Most of my experience caring for special needs children comes from my externship training at LVIM. But I do have other relevant experience in working with the mentally disabled in several day cares and assisted living facilities that I volunteer at.
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Winter Haven, FL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I'm a friendly, loyal & dedicated individual who have ambition to succeed in any environment. I Have been in the medical field for over 10 years. I love taking care of all children including children with special needs as well as senior citizens. I grew up in a big family of nine and the oldest, I learned from a younger age how...
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Caregiver Nanny

Lakeland, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with kids for the past 10 yrs I enjoy making life easier for the parents Hi, I just recently moved to Florida from New Jersey. I worked with a family for the past 20 months I worked with there son who is intellectual disability, cognitive impairment, or developmental disability. I took care of his daily needs...
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
Hi y'all my name is Caitlyn! I'm a freshman at Southeastern University, and i'm studying missional leadership. The reason I'm applying to be a babysitter is to help out the parents with loving on their kids just as Jesus would. I'd describe my personality as joyful, fun, and outgoing! I like working with kids because I have a...
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Home Health Aide

Lakeland, FL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I provide care for special needs children from ages 2yrs-14yrs of age. I have also worked in a daycare with children from newborn on up, they were not special needs children, but I love working with them all. I have 9 years of experience.
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Hannah T.

Hannah worked for me providing direct care for children with developmental disabilities. Hannah was able to de-escalate extreme behaviors...

- Care member

Soleil T.

She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely...

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Jessica B.

She was so great with my kids they asked when she was coming back! Super friendly, kind, caring, and all the great qualities I was looking...

- Mandy W.

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