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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Deerfield Beach, FL

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Deerfield Beach, FL

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Katie S.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$65/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Recreational Therapist

5.0

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Recreational therapist with over 11 years experience working with children with special needs. My career background is 8 years in an inpatient, high intensity hospital setting primarily in pediatrics with medically fragile children and now see private clients full time. I specialize in children with developmental delay as well...
5.0
"Katie is professional, kind and dependable. She loves working with children and it really shows! She is great with our 3 month old son, takes him for walks, plays with him and cares for him as if he was her...

Reviewed by Ashlee E.

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Noelle W.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$21/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi my name is Noelle I'm 26 years old. I've been babysitting children ever since I was a teenager.. I've helped raise my family member's kids, my siblings & kids of family friends. I've taken care off babies as young as a few months old to kids as old as 12 years old. I also have an autistic brother so I know how to care for...
5.0
"First and foremost, Noelle is dependable and always shows up on time. She listens to concerns and follows through. My son, who was born premature, needs more involvement and Noelle provides it. He smiles when...

Reviewed by Erica H.

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Ivy D.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello there! I'm a passionate and dedicated caregiver with over 10 years of experience in providing care and nurturing to children ages newborn to pre-teen. I also have over 7 years experience working with children with special needs. I believe in treating everyone with kindness, respect, and dignity. I'm skilled in assisting...
5.0
"Ivy was such a pleasure to have helping with our 2 year old son J. Within a couple of months, Ivy was helping him adjust to the new glasses he had to start wearing. She was able to get him to slowly accept them...

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Lisa M.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.2

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I am born and raised in Florida, English speaking. I have 20+ years in patient care assistance and can provide meal prep, medication management, accompany to and from, doctor visits, house shopping, light house cleaning, CPR certified, out going, also have over 15 years with patient care in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease,...
5.0
"Lisa is great, she is very professional and offered great care for our loved one. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Coleen W.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15-20/hr

Special Needs

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I have helped raise my younger brother who was special needs, have a son who has special needs, and I have worked with several kids with autism. I have special training and parenting with love and logic, I am an actual facilitator. I have non-violence prevention intervention certification, my degree is in psychology and I worked...
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Rebekah H.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I work for the ARC of somerset and was trained to work with children and adults with special needs. I work for a camp for children and adults with special needs. I am experienced with helping children with their basic daily needs, such as bathing, eating, homework, dressing, and whatever else they need help with. I am currently...
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Marcie P.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I have a lot of experience! My sister has Down Syndrome.
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Steven F.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Grandpa For Hire

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New York preschool teacher recently relocated to Florida. Looking to work and play with pre-school-aged children with or without developmental delays (cognitive, speech and language, fine and gross motor skills, social-emotional behaviors). Have my Marry Poppins bag full of toys and games. Give me a chance and you won't regret...
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Jessica C.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have experience working with children with developmental delays in my preschool classrooms. The parents were always thankful that I was open to help them along with their therapist. I had children in my classroom with Autism spectrum and different aspects of delay. I also have experience with my cousin who is now 15 years old...
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Michele D.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Michele I am a nurse assistant I also have a CPR certificate and first aid. I also love taking care of people. I have a lot of experience with kids. My daughter is 15. I'm a very active as a person love to Swim love taking kids to event carnival I love making people happy. I was born to take care of people
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Gabriella P.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time And Part-Time Patient, Energetic, And Time Flexible Babysitter/Nanny

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My aunt is deaf and mentally challenged so I grew up around her and her friends with similar conditions. I know ASL (American Sign Language) and I volunteer with the ESE kids on Fridays! I have worked with special needs kids when I worked at summer camps. :)

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I am a mature, caring and trustworthy English speaking woman. I am passionate about helping people in any way I can. I can help with grocery shopping, cooking, light housekeeping, accompanying to doctor's appointments or running errands. I am also happy to be a companion for those who just want someone to keep them company and...
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Leonor A.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$10-15/hr

Babysitter/Nanny In Ft. Lauderdale Available Immediately Full-Time

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I love children and enjoy working with them, taking my responsibilities very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I would like to have the opportunity as a babysitter, I love children, I enjoy to have them around me, and I am ready to start a new career stress less than work in the travel industry, I've been...
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Katie S.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$50-65/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Recreational Therapist For 11+ Years

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I am a pediatric recreational therapist. I have worked with special needs children for the last 15+ years. This is my speciality and I love helping families succeed and grow confident caring for a special needs child. I excel in teaching community integration and social skills throughout a variety of populations. I also promote...
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Briana P.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

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Other than my childcare experience overall I have had much experience in special needs. Throughout my 4 years in high-school I was a student aid in the ESE program which consisted is assisting with daily routines, homework etc. I worked with kids up until the age of 22. I also was involved in the early childhood program at my...
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Gloria M.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

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Hi my name is Gloria, I'm a very warm, loving caring person with a lot of energy! I'm a mother of 6 girls all grown and with children. I'm very involved in my children's lives and helping take care of my grandkids is a precious gift, so looking after kid comes natural to me. I have some experience with special needs children. I...
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Briana P.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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My name is Briana, I am 20 years old and I am beginning my junior year at Florida Atlantic University. I have four younger siblings and four younger cousins who I started babysitting from a young age and often do when I am in town for the holidays. I was in an early childhood program throughout high school which involved...
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Katherine J.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional Early Childhood Educator

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Hi there! I'm an experienced early childhood educator with over 20 years under my belt ready to be more than just a babysitter/nanny and looking to work no more than 15 - 20 hours a week. With my Early Childhood degree I can offer structured, age appropriate activities to keep your little ones engaged while they learn and...
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Judy M.


Deerfield Beach, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Concierge Caregiver/Administrative/Asst.

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Worked in a nursing home for several years, where their were all different cases. I am memory care certified , which enables me to understand the dynamic of people who have Alzheimer, Dementia, Parkinsons etc. Have had the pleasure of working for the blind, hyperactive, under active, dietary challenges etc, I have a strong...
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Anita S.


Boca Raton, FL

$25-37/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Available

4.8

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I am a 30+ year Elderly care professional with extensive experience in managing the physical and mental health of our vulnerable with Dementia, Parkinson's disease, Stroke victims, Peg tube feeding, wound care, Hoyer lift, quadriplegic, special needs, disabled and other medical related illnesses. I love to cook for my patients....
5.0
"Anita has been amazing every time she has come in to take care of my elderly relative. She's brought life to the home with her warm caring presence, professionalism and expert knowledge. She's dependable and...

Reviewed by Tracy P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Deerfield Beach, FL

Katie S.

5.0

Katie is professional, kind and dependable. She loves working with children and it really shows! She is great with our 3 month old son, takes him for walks, plays with him and cares for him as if he was her own! We love working with her and are so lucky to have found her!

- Ashlee E.

Noelle W.

5.0

First and foremost, Noelle is dependable and always shows up on time. She listens to concerns and follows through. My son, who was born premature, needs more involvement and Noelle provides it. He smiles when he first sees her and enjoys spending time with her. She adapts to his routines and puts...

- Erica H.

Ivy D.

5.0

Ivy was such a pleasure to have helping with our 2 year old son J. Within a couple of months, Ivy was helping him adjust to the new glasses he had to start wearing. She was able to get him to slowly accept them and wear them with confidence! I truly felt at ease with Ivy being in my home. She went...

- Care member

Lisa M.

5.0

Lisa cared for our mom in the last months of her life. She showed immense compassion, showed up on time and even took on extra shifts to cover for the other caregivers. Reliability, patience and compassion are essential when finding someone to care for a loved one and Lisa brought all three tenfold....

- Care member

Anita S.

5.0

Anita has been amazing every time she has come in to take care of my elderly relative. She's brought life to the home with her warm caring presence, professionalism and expert knowledge. She's dependable and takes pride in her work. Every reference has all good things to say, and her tenure of...

- Tracy P.

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

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Deerfield Beach, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.