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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Brooksville, FL

The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Brooksville, FL

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Nanette W.


Brooksville, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

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I work with Special Needs Children and help with errands everyday needs and homework. I enjoy every minute and I've worked with them for 10 years.
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Melissa S.


Brooksville, FL

$15-21/hr10 yrs exp

25 Year Caregiving Professional

5.0

(4)

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25 years caregiving experience. I have worked with Children with special needs as well as adults and seniors. I have worked in assisted-living, group homes, as well as nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. I have experience with catheters, Hoyer lifts, pretty much everything that you can think of when it comes to the...
5.0
"Melissa is an absolute blessing to my family. She is experienced, compassionate and very knowledgeable. She takes great care of my mother who has dementia. Melissa Is gentle and patient. She is everything that...

Reviewed by Michelle S.

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Hannah C.


Brooksville, FL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Special Needs Caregiver

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The summer of 2021 I worked at an autism summer camp. I was provided with two weeks of in depth professional training in which prepared me for the two months I worked there. Each week I was given the privilege of working with another individual of ages ranging from 7-63 years old. This experience made me realize that I wanted to...
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Tricia W.


Brooksville, FL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

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I used to work at The Angelus. It's working with mentally handicapped residents. I loved it. They are so special and can always put a smile on your face. I want to go to school and continue my education and be a registered nurse.

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I have experience caring for those with special needs through the Best Buddies Association. I also have experience volunteering for the annual Special Olympics hosted at Boardwalk Bowl.

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My name is Mariley P. I'm 41 years old , I live in Hernando county. I'm a caregiver HHA for 11 years , I have experience with autism clients , Down syndrome, special needs ADHD , also I help them with personal care , shopping, doctors appointment, companion , I'm a Register behavior assistant, & I work with developmental...
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Amber V.


Brooksville, FL

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

Aspiring Elementary Teacher

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I am a student at Central Washington University who has hopes of teaching elementary school, I love children and have been babysitting family members since I was a little kid. My younger brother has autism so I've helped out with special needs as well as young children. I also have a car, happy to help with school and can cook...
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Adriana M.


Brooksville, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Child care

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To Whom It May Concern, Before I did health insurance I was a licensed 45 clock hours educator who taught special needs children, total care children for a couple years. I assisted them in completing homework, often meaning reading their assignments to them and using my voice to keep them calm or to stimulate them to eat or move...
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Savanna C.


Brooksville, FL

$12-50/hr1 yrs exp

Dedicated Educator

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Hi! I am a Special Needs Paraprofessional at my local elementary school, while going to college to become an English teacher. I love working with kids and watching them grow as individuals. My dream is to open my own school someday, and until then, I'm learning everything I can about working with kids.
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Hannah C.


Brooksville, FL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello to all the families viewing my profile! My name is Hannah and I have many years of experience working with children from ages 0-13! I have worked with children who have special needs, I have tutored, worked in daycares/ summer camps/ and a school! Working with children is my passion and I am furthering my education in...
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Kristine B.


Brooksville, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mother Of 3

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I am a mother of 3 and 1 on the way. I have babysat for children anywhere from infants to teens. I really enjoy babysitting and I love kids. I have worked at a special needs school and a few others.
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Amanda R.


Brooksville, FL

$11-25/hr10 yrs exp

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In high school I took early childhood education where I ran a preschool from the high school I went to I have worked at various daycares and have done private home care as well with kids of all ages and have worked in the special needs spectrum as well I have reliable transportation I don't smoke and I love animals. I absolutely...

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Hey! I'm bailey, i'm 18 and just started nursing school, I have prior experience with working with children, taking care of people is one of my passions in life, and after I finish school, I plan on working in the NICU! my mom was a babysitter on this app when I was younger and I always enjoyed helping her out, I also volunteer...
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Savanna C.


Brooksville, FL

$15-20/hr

Patient And Reliable Caregiver

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Hi! My name is Savanna, I am a 20-year-old college student looking to pursue nursing. I have volunteer experience working in a adult day care, and due to my one-on-one paraprofessional experience with a special needs student, I have experience with hoyer lifts, changing, and mobility assistance. I was raised by a disabled mother...
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Martina C.


Spring Hill, FL

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello. I have a certificate for CNA, Medication Technician, CPR and First Aid. I'm a nursing professional with excellent experience with patient care. I'm patient and compassionate when it comes to to patient wants and needs. I have excellent references upon request.
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Colette L.


Dade City, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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I have moved to DADE CITY Florida now... Thank you for taking the your time to learn about me. " I would prefer to work closer to home, for a 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. position" My age is 64, . I'm considered a very mature individual, intuitive and very responsible in WHAT EVER I do. I'm attentive to every and all the special need...
5.0
"Colette is very thoughtful and caring. My mother is 96 and she took amazing care of her, very compassionate and communicative. Colette was very punctual and showed much empathy. She will definitely hire again."

Reviewed by Mitch S.

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Theresa C.


Spring Hill, FL

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Babysitter, Tutor, Dog Sitting And Boarding.

5.0

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I just retired from being a teacher for special needs children for 25 years and I am certified in Reading. I also did foster care in my home for seven years and have five children of my own who are all now self sufficient.
5.0
"Theresa was wonderful! She arrived promptly & was very sweet. She interacted very well with my child. "

Reviewed by Mila V.

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Taysia H.


Lecanto, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Nurturing And Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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I have over 15 years of experience working with children and some of those experiences were involving specials needs. I have worked with cancer patients and with a variety of children with sensory disorders or Autistic. I can handle stressful situations with a calm and nurturing demeanor. I am very patient and I listen and...
5.0
"Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me...

Reviewed by Lonnie H.

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Katrina S.


Homosassa, FL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Your Go To Babysitter

5.0

(3)

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Hi! I'm Katrina I am 25 and have been around children/childcare now for my whole life. I am the eldest of five siblings. I was previously a 3-year-old daycare teacher and then moved on to work for DCF for children who were in foster care for four years. I now work with children with special needs. I currently am CRP and first...
5.0
"Katrina cared for our 7 year old son for an evening while we attended a Christmas Party. She offered to do a meet and greet days ahead and we really appreciated the opportunity to meet her beforehand. She was...

Reviewed by Care member

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Synthia D.


Spring Hill, FL

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Service/ Care Provider

5.0

(3)

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I have worked for special needs clients, seniors and children. I have a warm balanced personality aiming to effectively fill the overall needs of the individuals and/or families I choose to provide care for. I proactively accomplish this by utilizing my creative nature, along with my broad experience and education to deliver top...
5.0
"I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have...

Reviewed by Tawnya W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Brooksville, FL

Melissa S.

5.0

Melissa is a rare combination of compassion, knowledge, and productivity. She was able to connect better and faster than I thought possible for my father with end-stage dementia, and managed his confusion and resistance with consistent kindness and patience. I was similarly impressed with her...

- Jennifer F.

Colette L.

5.0

Colette has taken care of my mother for the last five months and was by her side, along with me when she passed. Let me start by saying there is nothing Colette can't or won't do. She is an amazing cook who leaves the kitchen spotless. She is a selfless caregiver, an amazing companion, does errands,...

- Valerie K.

Theresa C.

5.0

Theresa was wonderful! She arrived promptly & was very sweet. She interacted very well with my child.

- Mila V.

Taysia H.

5.0

Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me clean when it's needs to be vacuumed. She is a hard worker and I appreciate the help that I...

- Lonnie H.

Katrina S.

5.0

Katrina cared for our 7 year old son for an evening while we attended a Christmas Party. She offered to do a meet and greet days ahead and we really appreciated the opportunity to meet her beforehand. She was very friendly and responsible and our son really enjoyed spending time with her. When she...

- Care member

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Ratings for Brooksville, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Brooksville, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.