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Adrienne O.

Fort Myers, FL

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$26/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I love working with kids, because I believe it's my calling. I started working with kids at an early age as the eldest child of 6 and the eldest grandchild of 15 on my mother's side, there were always plenty of younger siblings and cousins to look after. As a teenager, I volunteered in the kids department on Wednesday nights...
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Experienced Educator And Childcare Provider

Bonita Springs, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have experience caring for children with a broad range of special needs, including high-functioning autism, ADHD, and mood disorders/anxiety. I am also married to someone with a mild physical disability and have spent significant time caring for other family members with mood disorders/anxiety.
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Special Needs Trained

Bonita Springs, FL

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$19/hr
6 years experience
As a counselor with a master's degree in counseling education, I have taken coursework and have had individual and group experiences with special needs kids and adults. I had my own private practice and worked in the school system both of which offered great experience for special needs populations, helping with behavioral cues,...
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Experienced, Compassionate Caregiver, 10+ Years

Naples, FL

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$35/hr
10 years experience
With 10+ years of experience in Human Services, I provide refined, person-centered support for aging adults and individuals with developmental disabilities. I am dedicated to delivering exceptional care that promotes dignity, independence, and comfort in a calm, respectful environment. I am CPR and First Aid certified through...
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Naples, FL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I have a passion for Special Needs! I served as a camp counselor for Special abilities of various needs! I have experience with Down Syndrome, Williams syndrome, Autism, and much more!
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Fort Myers, FL

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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Having a large experience working with children of all ages! CPR and first aid certified, experience with special needs, specially ASD (Autism Spectrum)! I'm a very creative person, organized, kind and reliable, love to work with arts and crafts, play outside, play games! My last job was taking care of two amazing kids, as a...
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ESE Teacher

Fort Myers, FL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I graduated from the University of South FL with my Bachelor's degree in Exceptional Student Education. I have had two years experience working with special needs in the classroom, as well as some experience in the home environment.
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Cape Coral, FL

4.0(0)
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$13/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I was an Au pair for over 5 years in Boston MA but also in Hannibal Mo caring children from newborn to 12 years old and taking care with special needs. My work consisted of getting up early to prepare breakfast, take them to school, in the afternoons after school pick them up, snacks and take them to all extra activities they...
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Caregiver For Children/Elderly Or Special Needs Available!

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have experience working in the child care setting teaching preschool and also working in younger classrooms as well, before I obtained my bachelors degree in education. Currently I am a stay at home mother of three who is looking to help out other parents with child care as needed, from my home! My children are younger and...

Shelley C. says "Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good at fostering...

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Weekend Babysitter.

Naples, FL

4.3(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
A natural caregiver - I have babysat numerous families for over 17 years. Nowadays, along comes my 16-month-old daughter, looking to watch your little one along with mine. Our plays involves lots of music, singing & dancing, outdoor time, puzzles, books, shape sorting. I speak English and a little Spanish. I am actively...

Care Member says "Kerri is amazing with children! She has worked as an elementary school aide and babysat for several families. Kerri has such a calm presence and will...

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Patient Care Tech

Cape Coral, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a health care that can help you at home in whatever you need with your family , responsible, honest, organized, experienced in hospice, home care or special needs , excellent references. I am always willing to help you thank you for your attention. I can do live out full time /live in 5, 6 days su to thu.

Nancy K. says "This woman has so much to offer. She's kind and obviously caring and has a huge heart. Addition to that she has certifications in multiple areas and has...

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Special Needs Provider With Experience With Autism

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I recently moved to SWFL (Ft. Myers) from Vermont where I held a position as a 1:1 in Special Education in an elementary school for the past 10 years. I resigned in 9/2109 as I worked toward selling home. I worked primarily with children on the Autism Spectrum, both verbal and pre/non verbal. I am familiar with ABA,...
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Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a single mom to Irish twin boys, E (two) and S (one). My youngest is breastfed, so I am seeking a family to assist who is open to allowing me to bring my sons along. We love to play and have fun! I graduated from Cosmetology school in 2012 and hold a valid Cosmetology license. I also graduated from college in 2017 and hold...

Angela H. says "I hired Mackenzie to babysit my kids and she's great. My boys had a good time drawing, reading and playing with her. She is very punctual and very...

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Cape Coral, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings! I naturally enjoy outdoor activities, animals, and going to the gym. My friends would describe me as reliable, passionate, and animated. I've always wanted to help others so I graduated from FIU with a B. S. in Recreation Therapy and Sports Management. For a year I worked with the Geriatric population, where I was...

Elena D. says "Kelsey has been great with my teen daughter with significant and multiple special needs. My daughter loved her and was always happy in her presence. She is...

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Live In Caregiver

Naples, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
home modification
dementia
visiting nurse
I have over 10 years of experience caring for people with special needs, such as seniors, Alzheimer's patients and patients with Parkinson's. I have experience to assist with day-to-day activities, helping with bathing, feeding, dressing, taking medications, shopping, going out, etc. I am neat, clean, well organized, and have a...

Carol D. says "Olga was with us just for 3 weeks taking wonderful care of my mom before she left us quickly. We welcomed Olga to our family and my mom loved her. She is...

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Care Giver

Naples, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I have helped care for my cousins, ages 14 and 11, with Down Syndrome since they were born. I have extensive volunteer time in the public school system in special needs classroom.
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Physical Therapy Graduate Student

Naples, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate from the University of Miami and recently moved home to Tucson to start travel PT. I have a lot of experience working with people of all ages and of all different level of needs. Looking to help those in need of short term care. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Jim G. says "Friendly, punctual, responsible, and a safe driver; would definitely hire again if the need arises."

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Hi My Name Is Ella And This Is My Passion !

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I love working with kids! I want a big family of my own in the future. I have worked with all ages , also including special needs children. I have 4 years of experience with caregiving. I have a super bubbly personality and can adapt to every family . I'm very organized, attentive, caring and responsible . kids are such a...

Kathleen C. says "Ella was amazing! She Helped me out last minute for a sitter and my 4-year-old loved her, the next day kept asking when she could come back. I would...

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Observant And Patient But Love Fun

Naples, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Mia and I have been a babysitter for 9 years. I have experience with ages 0-13 as well as special needs kids. I am a student at Florida Atlantic University who is home for the summer, I am CPR and First Aid certified, and have flexible hours. I am very experienced in taking care of multiple kids at once of varying...

Laura D. says "Mia help me out on an as needed basis With my grandchildren, three boys. She was engaging with the kids , sat down on the floor getting involved. And...

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Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hello! My name is Paige! I am 26 and am currently a full-time nanny. I have experience in health care working in a hospital with CPR and First Aid skills, as well as working with special needs children. Specifically autism, developmental delays, speech delays, nonverbal, and physical delays. My schedule is changing and I am now...

Matt And Marina R. says "Paige is fantastic! She worked with us consistently this year and was amazing with my 3 kids. One has medical issues and another has behavioral...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of April 2026

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

Amanda B.

Amanda is a dedicated mother of 3. She is fun and shows patience and love with children. She creates a language rich environment and is good...

- Shelley C.

Kerrianne G.

Kerri is amazing with children! She has worked as an elementary school aide and babysat for several families. Kerri has such a calm presence...

- Care member

Emelly A.

This woman has so much to offer. She's kind and obviously caring and has a huge heart. Addition to that she has certifications in multiple...

- Nancy K.

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