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Sharna Kay F.

Dania, FL

from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I have experience working with special needs kids that have autism as well as down syndrome from being in school as well as with family members. I also have experience babysitting infants and toddlers as well from the age of 16 up to 19 years old
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Sherice M.

Certified Child Care/Special Needs Babysitter

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a patient and energetic individual highly focuses on both the mental and physical development of Special Needs children. I love kids and believe that with a little extra love and attention a lot can happen. I have over 7 plus paid years working with children. I ha e 45 hours and am CDA certified, and also certified in CPR.

Keren O. says "My 13 y.o. son is on the Autism Spectrum and although he can be absolutely adorable and loving, there are times when he can be very difficult and...

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Samiyah B.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a parent with special needs as well so I understand this is why I decided to be a helping hand for someone else!!! I don't think their nothing else I enjoy better than to have job I love to do. Teach them some new everyday !

Laura V. says "Samaiyah is a kind, gentle, caring, person who is taking care of my daughter with special needs. It's challenging to find someone to trust with my...

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Amy T.

Certified Teacher/ Tutor/ Babysitter/ Errands

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
My name is Amy. I am 55 years old. I am a certified teacher with Broward county for over 25 years. with my Master's degree. I am available to tutor, babysit, and run errands. I am available nights/ weekends/ and school vacations as I work full time as a Kindergarten teacher I am experience with newborns up through teenagers. I...

Lincoln B. says "Amy has come through several times last minute. She is very dependable."

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Sara W.

Part Time Companion And Personal Care Assistant With 4 Years Experience

Hollywood, FL

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have my bachelor of science in biopsychology and gerontology (the study of aging and older adults). I have two years experience working professionally for a retirement home with adults with memory issues as well as physical limitation. This experience included feeding, bathing, activities of daily living, companionship,...

Amanda P. says "Sara always went above and beyond to make sure my grandparents were safe, healthy and happy. I live in another state and she would always check in with me...

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Rea R.

Full Time Structured Fun !

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a caregiver with over 15 years of experience caring for children-from newborns to teens. I specialize in infant care, behavioral support, and working with children with special needs. I'm CPR certified, patient, and truly love helping kids feel safe, supported, and confident as they grow. Building strong, trusting...

Kawon H. says "My wife and I have four children & a pit-bull. We hired Rea to come care for them while they were were on break from school, and I must say she is great!...

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Cristina R.

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Cristina, a bilingual (English/Spanish) nanny with over 21 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm also the proud mom of two sons, ages 17 and 19, and I've been living in Florida for the past 14 years. I provide safe, loving, and dependable childcare tailored to...

Care Member says "She is a reliable, hard-working person and puts a lot of effort into everything he sets out to do."

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Shannel M.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
personal care
live-in home care
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Trusted, compassionate nurse specializing in senior care, pediatrics, and special-needs support. I bring patience, safety, and genuine warmth to every family I serve.

Latoya J. says "Shannel is a very lovely person . She is hardworking dedicated she has such a lovely personality"

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Mercedes A.

Best Nany Ever

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Mercedes, I am 39 years old, I am a responsible, punctual, respectful, affectionate and communicative person! I have more than 10 years of experience with children of all ages and special needs and autism; Personal references, I have a private car and a driver's license and a clean record CERTIFICATION BY...
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Tammy L.

A Loving Touch

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'm a Mama of 4 sons. Grandmother as well. I've been a newborn nanny over 33 years now. I'm BLS certified . I've cared for infants with special needs, multiples and well as triples. Love what I do as this is my passion my whole adult career.

Nicole M. says "Tammy has been the greatest blessing to our little family! She has been taking care of our son since he was 3 months old, and she is truly wonderful. She...

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Kechia W.

Caring Care Giver

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Live-In Home Care. I have over 20 years experience with Special need care giving as well as Dementia and Alzheimer's patients

Diana F. says "She took care of my dad light she was his daughter . Never miss a day and was always loving to my dad and our family . She's got a heart of gold."

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Kelly C.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with PYSD, autism , Parkinson's, TBI, stroke, and more. I'd be a good fit for this one time situation. Thank you so much.

Tawnia M. says "Kelly is the best!! She was more than a caregiver to my son who is 28 and has cerebral palsy -she was a life coach. She went above and beyond in helping...

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Amy T.

Certified Special Education Teacher

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Amy. I am 51 years old. I am a certified teacher with Broward county for over 20 years. with my Master's degree. I am available to tutor, babysit, and run errands. I am available nights/ weekends/ and school vacations as I work full time as a 1st grade teacher I am experience with newborns up through teenagers. I...

Jessica G. says "Amy is a 1st grade Broward teacher and also has experience working with special needs children. I was able to look at her background check which is...

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Sally S.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

4.1(1)
from
$50/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Sally! I am a 35-year-old wife and dog mom who has been babysitting since I was 14 and I nannied throughout college and after. I took a break from full time nannying after my last longterm family and used my college degree to work for hardrock. While it was fun it was something I wasn't passionate about. I just got...

Michelle L. says "Sally recently helped us while we were visiting Florida for a week and we would undoubtedly hire her again, she was great! From the moment she arrived,...

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Maribel S.

Caring And Serious Nanny

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
5 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a Cuban lady that had worked with in special needs my entire life. Back on my country I was special needs kids teacher and then later a regular education teacher for all the age up to 12 years old. I came to this country not long ago so I am still working on my English and while I do that this is the best job that match my...

Daphne C. says "I have known Maribel for more then 20 years. Also her two daughters and her husband Julio. You can be assured that Maribel is of exemplary character....

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Cynthia V.

Part time

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience
Hi am from Costa Rica and am bilingual. Actually I am working as a teacher assistant an elementary school with special needs, I provide the most professional and best care for every children. I love kids, I am very patient and very careful and very compassion person.
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Sara W.

Part-Time Caregiver 14 Years Experience

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am CPR and First Aid certified and took a babysitting course. I have 14 years experience babysitting both boys and girls ranging in age from 1 month to 18 years old. I graduated from Messiah College with a major in biopsychology and minor in gerontology. I am planning to go on to more schooling to become an occupational...

Robert H. says "Dependable. Very cheerful with our son. Very flexible with schedule. Was a big help to us."

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Luciana B.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hello, Parents, I bring enthusiasm, nurturing care, and a trustworthy approach to childcare! With a strong professional background, I provide exceptional care tailored to your children's needs. My focus is primarily on working with infants and newborns, but I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages,...

Shalako L. says "We couldn't be happier with the care Luciana provided for our two-year-old twin boys! From the moment she arrived, she was warm, attentive, and...

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Yovony S.

Hollywood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Committed bilingual healthcare professional bringing over 18 years of continuous proven success in healthcare roles. Dedicated to providing client safety and comfort through focused care. Compassionate, helps clients maintain personal hygiene and assist with all aspects of activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals...

Care Member says "Yovony is a very hardworking and caring person, I highly recommend her to anyone who hires her. She’s very knowledgeable and honest and caring."

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Sarita R.

Infant, Child And Elderly Caregiver

Fort Lauderdale, FL

4.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
. I have over 12 years experience in Special Needs. I am a caregiver for the elderly and can be nanny for children. It is a joy take care of children and the elderly. They put a smile on my face. Daycare and after school care part/full time is good for me. I have my own transportation. I'm bilingual I can speak English and...

Rachel H. says "Sara is great! My daughter (who is 2.5) gets so excited for her to come over! She's always on time and super dependable and as soon as she comes over,...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026

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

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

Sherice M.

My 13 y.o. son is on the Autism Spectrum and although he can be absolutely adorable and loving, there are times when he can be very...

- Keren O.

Samiyah B.

Samaiyah is a kind, gentle, caring, person who is taking care of my daughter with special needs. It's challenging to find someone to trust...

- Laura V.

Amy T.

Amy has come through several times last minute. She is very dependable.

- Lincoln B.

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