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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Pierce, FL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I have had the pleasure to work with special needs and non special needs elders of various ages from 30-90 for the past 6 years. I have worked in a group home setting and in home. I am able to provide respite, personal support and companionship roles. I am able to clean, cook and help with what is needed for thier diagnosis. I...
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I am a certified Special Education Teacher and Art Teacher. I have 24 years experience teaching with the District of Indian River County. I have engaging classroom presence and adaptability. I am a creative planner with strong organizational skills. I possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. I am an attentive...
Christy B.
Vero Beach, FL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have seen that "special needs" means different things to different people. For some, special needs means occasional and general help. I am very qualified to meet the needs of people in a variety of circumstances. Other people mean "special needs" for their children who are autistic or have OCD or cerebral palsy, or perhaps...
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I am very professional, on time, kind, happy person and I am here to support you and your family.
I am very open to learn and I will do my best to correspond to your expectations.
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and professional
I'm looking for a job that I can be useful, the job that I can wake up and be happy to...
Gisela C.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$25-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a reliable and responsible person. I always have a positive attitude and I strive to give my best. I have experience working as an HHA in nursing homes for the elderly, and a care center for children with special needs.
5.0
"Gisela cared for my 3 year old and he loved her right away. He told me she is his best friend and he had so much fun. "
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5.0
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20 plus years working in Human Services. Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in Group Home settings and Family Homes. Experience with Elderly Care, dementia, ALS and Child Care. CPR, PMT, First Aid and CT Med Certified. Available part time.
5.0
"I met Alice last year when she became my daughter;s house manager. My daughter is mildly retarded and legally blind. I am using "old terms" but they are accurate.Alice is comfortable with so many different...
Reviewed by Racette R.
5.0
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Most of my experience is in the areas of mental illness, special needs, Alzheimers Disease, varied dementia's and Aspergers on the Autism Spectrum. My career began in Upscale Senior Living Communities. I have a BA degree in psychology. As Services Director for 20 years, I have certificates for the completion of Alzheimer's care,...
5.0
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Hello, I'm Ali! I am new to Vero Beach and am so excited to find a new family to nanny for! For the past year I have been living in Fort Lauderdale working for an amazing family with two little boys! I am sad to leave them but am so excited for this next chapter in my life and to find a new family! Along with nannying I also...
5.0
"Ali is absolutely amazing, and any family would be lucky to have her! She has been with our family for over a year now, starting when our oldest son was 1 year old (who is now 2 1/2) and continued when we had...
Reviewed by Jaclyn V.
Ashlee N.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Energetic Nanny/ Baby Sitter Of 7 Years Looking For Full Time Job.
5.0
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I have over 14 years of experience with infants, toddlers, small children, teens, the ill and the elderly! I have worked with a few children with special needs that require specific care and close supervision. I am CPR certified and trained in First Aid. Former nursing assistant where I worked as a Nurse Tech at Emory Midtown. I...
5.0
"I would definitely hire Ashlee again. The only reason Ashlee is not still working for our family, is the fact we moved to another state. My kids loved her!!!! My daughter is 4 and my son is 13, which means they...
Reviewed by Ashlee S.
Elissa M.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$15-45/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Elissa, I'm 22 years of age. I have experience working at Mandell JCC (Jewish Community Center) as a Pre school teacher. As well as working with special needs 1 on 1. This opportunity would be less of a job & more of something I love to do. I adore kids, they are the joy of this world! The best part is getting...
5.0
"She is a hard working, down to earth, bubbly person and will excel in any task given to her!"
Reviewed by Natori R.
Karen B.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse/ CNA , Looking For Full-Time Work
5.0
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Hello, I am an experienced caregiver looking to provide services to seniors, special needs, or children. I have work related experience providing care for all ages and would be happy to assist you or your family member with Personal care, and medication management. I can help with meal preparation , light housekeeping, shopping,...
5.0
"Karen is a very soft spoken, patient and kind nurse. I admire how she interacts and cares for our individuals who are intellectually disabled. She advocates for them and ensures the best care possible for them....
Reviewed by Angelia S.
Liza I.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Special Education Teacher And Nanny, Sitter.....
5.0
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I am a very compassionate Nanny and Certified Special Education Teacher. I posses two teaching credentials; A Special Education and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. I am able to assist with private home schooling, tutoring, reading intervention, fun and educational outings: Trips to the zoo, park, museums and any other fun...
Edyta N.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
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Hi my name is Edyth. I have 15 years of experience in a Adult and Senior Care. I do my very best to be dependable, reliable and caring as I can be.
I try to evaluate an individuals needs and create a care plan just for them. I can help with shower, dressing, meal preparation, feeding, medication, doctors appointment, light...
5.0
"Edith was so very helpful and anticipated my sister's needs. She knows how to communicate effectively with seniors who need assistance."
Reviewed by Jennifer P.
5.0
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I love to work with kids and seniors, I'm an HHA, CNA, and I'm certified to work with kids with special needs.
I'm bilingual and love pets. I have been working with seniors and kids for more than 10 years.
5.0
"Has been very helpful with my needs. She is always willing to assist and does so with care. I am very happy with her care."
Reviewed by Elena V.
5.0
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Hello,
My name is Chelsea and I have 4 years of experience working with adults with special needs. I enjoy working with children as well. I have 12+ years of babysitting experience. I can help with Behavior systems, and any other ADL's. For the last 4 years I have worked as a Life Skills Instructor for a vocational program in...
Katie D.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
PSP, CMA, Paraeducator In Special Education Setting
5.0
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For seven years I worked for an amazing non profit organization called opportunity village in clear lake Iowa. I received priceless training, certification and experience working with the most wonderful dependent adults. I have experience working with a large amount of varying disabilities and care levels. Also certified as a...
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Hello! My name is Jisel and I love kids and have experience caring for all ages kids including the special needs population. I have an active CPR and AED certification along with a nutrition certificate and pain management certification. I love animals also and have my own transportation and am a non smoker.
5.0
"Jisel is a kind caring person who loves kids and helping others. I would highly recommend her care service to anyone who seeks quality care from a person who will treat their loved ones as her own family."
Reviewed by Jerrel H.
Stacey S.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Experienced, Loving And Caring Sitter For Your Precious Child(ren)
5.0
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I have more than 30 years' experience caring for kids of all ages and some with special needs. In addition, I raised my son on my own for over 14 years. I am energetic, fun, patient, mature, caring, reliable, honest and trustworthy. I can help children with homework and enjoy doing arts and crafts, coloring, playing games, going...
5.0
"Stacey has worked for me watching my two young children and she is amazing, kind, loving and hard working always on time and very flexible she was is a great person to have and spend time with my children!"
Reviewed by Laura W.
5.0
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Hey there! My name is Ashley and I have been a caregiver for seven years. I have worked with people of all ages, from developmental and intellectual disabilities to caring for the elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia, to most recently, spinal cord injury. I take pride in my upbeat positive and outgoing personality as well as my...
5.0
"We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but took a liking to Ashley very quickly not even a whine...
Reviewed by Jose L.
5.0
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Am retired RN with over 35 years experience. Like to keep busy. Have worked with all ages in nursing home, hospital, private practice, home health
5.0
"Maryann was exceptional with our son. He loved her, and we felt so safe with her taking care of our son because of her experience as a retired nurse! She also took the extra effort to help clean and support our...
Reviewed by Laura D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fort Pierce, FL
Gisela C.
5.0
Gisela cared for my 3 year old and he loved her right away. He told me she is his best friend and he had so much fun.
- Care member
Alice V.
5.0
Alice is a caring, loving person. She is supportive and loyal. A true gem of a human being. In my capacity as her supervisor, it was always a joy to come to work and be greeted with a smile. Her work ethic is strong!!
- Patty D.
Alison L.
5.0
Ali is absolutely amazing, and any family would be lucky to have her! She has been with our family for over a year now, starting when our oldest son was 1 year old (who is now 2 1/2) and continued when we had our second child (who is now 6 months old). We feel so fortunate to have found her and that...
- Jaclyn V.
Ashlee N.
5.0
I would definitely hire Ashlee again. The only reason Ashlee is not still working for our family, is the fact we moved to another state. My kids loved her!!!! My daughter is 4 and my son is 13, which means they had different school work. Ashlee was able to help with all school work. My daughter...
- Ashlee S.
Elissa M.
5.0
Elissa is a great person an over achiever who goes above and beyond. She has an amazing personality with a good heart and always puts others first.
- Care member
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Ratings for Fort Pierce, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Pierce, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.