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Laura C.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
I was an elementary school school teacher for 12 years and am currently enrolled in a full time graduate program for occupational therapy. Both of these experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with children with all types of abilities, and I would love the chance to work together with your family!
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Amanda B.

Caregiver For Children/Elderly Or Special Needs Available!

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Sarah Claire S.

Full-Time Nanny

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm a full-time nanny with about 8 years of experience. I primarily work with newborns, babies, and toddlers. Before becoming a nanny I was a swim instructor specializing in babies and toddlers. I have experience working with kids who have special needs and behavioral issues. I am patient, attentive,...

Care Member says "Sarah Claire became a part of our family very quickly. Our daughter was about 4 months old when she started caring for her. Now with two girls under 3,...

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Ella R.

Hi My Name Is Ella And This Is My Passion !

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Mckenna G.

Looking For A Flexible Sitter?

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I am a college student currently going to school for elementary special education at FGCU. I currently nanny for an amazing family with 3 kids ages 18m, 4, and 6. I would love to expand my services to more families when available! Just send a request :) I have 7+ years of experience with children of all ages from infants to...

Care Member says "I normally take lots of time to interview and call references, but after being in a very tight pinch and needing a sitter, McKenna saved the day! She...

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Aliyah H.

I Love Children!

Fort Myers, FL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of childcare experience; four of those years are professional caring for infants, toddlers, special needs children and even older kids. I do primarily focus on infants and toddlers, as most my experience stems from there. I have Early Childhood education, speak some Hebrew, and I am getting to be fluent in...

Yahir C. says "She's super great with the kids!! Love her and her energy since I hired her."

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Kellie P.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have always had a special interest in caring for children. I have experience with all age groups. I can also help with organizing and some light cleaning or cooking. In addition, I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified, and have my DCF childcare certification. I now have over 10 years of experience working with children, both in...

Pam S. says "The best! Kellie actually plays and does activities with the kids. She's constantly teaching and encouraging them. Very reliable."

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Mackenzie A.

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Emma S.

Weekly Sitter

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Emma, a 26-year-old babysitter with 15+ years of experience caring for both special needs and typically developing children. I'm passionate about creating safe, inclusive environments where kids can thrive. With patience and adaptability, I provide individualized care and support children's growth. From imaginative play...

Care Member says "Emma cared for our girls and was nothing short of amazing! She helped with the house along with the girls & made my life much easier! I highly recommend...

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Bonita R.

I Am A Big Kid At Heart With Over 15 Years In Child Care

Fort Myers, FL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years of child care experience, including special needs children. I enjoy teaching, connecting with children, and building self-esteem and confidence. I'm ready for the next adventure and teaching while having fun. I am looking for full-time or part-time child care. I also do on-call babysitting for a date night out.

Care Member says "Ms. Bonita is exactly what we were looking for! She’s been taking care of our 2 year old for the past 6 months. She is sweet, patient and generous with...

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Paige G.

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Shelly M.

Senior Care Assistant With Devotion

Fort Myers, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
I am a senior assistant, I have experience with dementia clients. Also worked and certified as a CCA, caring for and assisting special needs clients. Assisting while teaching personal care and every day living skills. Other abilities include meal prep, medication management, social interaction, appointment transportation and...

Rebecca W. says "I broke both of my arms in late January 2024. I hired Shelly in February and have kept her ever since. She does a great job and has a can do attitude....

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Dina M.

Mature & Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Fort Myers, FL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children as a substitute teacher for many years in the elementary and high school settings. I have also have a 17-year-old son who has ADHD. He was diagnosed at the age of 4, and since then, I have researched and learned the most productive ways to help him through behavior therapy. I also enjoy...
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Callie B.

Experienced teacher in special needs!

Fort Myers, FL

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified teacher and for the last three years since graduating from the University of Maine I have been teaching in Special education. I have worked with kids on the autism spectrum, with down syndrome, as well as behavioral diagnosis like oppositional defiant and attachment disorders. It has been a very rewarding...
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Emma S.

Incoming College Freshman Special Needs Caregiver

Fort Myers, FL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I have been involved quite heavily with special needs in many different ways. I coached special needs cheer for two years. I have also been involved in other recreational activities in that facility as well. I have a huge heart and absolutely love being around those with physical needs as well as any cognitive or mental...
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Karin M.

Experienced Special Education Teacher

Fort Myers, FL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been a special education teacher in Pennsylvania for the last 12 years and have recently moved to Florida. I have been teaching in a Multiple Disabilities classroom for past 7 years. Prior to that I taught in an Autistic Support classroom and a Life Skills classroom. Before that I was a Special Instructor for an Early...
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Olivia H.

Fort Myers, FL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working with children, teenagers, and young adults both inside and outside of the school system. I work in schools one on one with students who have special needs, but also work independently with those with special needs in my personal time. I have helped with bathroom needs, hygiene needs, positive...
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Andrea P.

School Counselor In

Fort Myers, FL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
I have one to one teachers assistant experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I also have babysitting and tutoring experience for grades K-12.
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Carmen A.

Child Care Attendant

Fort Myers, FL

from
$15/hr
Me encanta trabajar con bebés y niños, tengo 15 años de experiencia, también tengo CPR, AID, tengo cursos del departamento de niños y familia, especialización en CDA, que es un Degree.
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Paige G.

Fort Myers, FL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Taken care of special needs children with both cancer/autistic/speech & developmental delays for 5+ years.
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  • 69 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.14/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Fort Myers, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Myers, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 74 reviews of the 69 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.

Sarah Claire S.

Sarah Claire became a part of our family very quickly. Our daughter was about 4 months old when she started caring for her. Now with two...

- Care member

Ella R.

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....

- Kathleen C.

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