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Whitney P.

Experienced, Caring Nanny

Fort Walton Beach, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I was a full-time nanny for 2 children, a brother and sister. I was able to watch them take their first steps and say their first words. It was a very rewarding experience to be able to spend one-on-one time with the kids and to watch them grow and learn. My most recent experience was with a little boy who was 3 months when I...

Cassandra C. says "We love Whitney! She babysits our 7 month old son and does a great job, plus she's been available on short notice and that's been a huge help. Our son...

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Part Time/On Call Sitter

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have always enjoyed caring for diverse families. I have done so since I was 9 years old. Presently, I work at a nationally accredited childcare center that was once an arc, we still strive to provide care for children with special needs within the community. I also worked with early steps (early intervention for birth to 3...
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have wide range of experience and knowledge with kids with disabilities, i've nannied kids who struggle with ADHD, ODD, speech impediments, and three children with ASD, one mild and two severe.
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Experienced And Highly Effective ESE Teacher Looking For Summer Babysitting Jobs.

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Kristina, and I'm a certified ESE teacher with 10 years of experience teaching students with disabilities in the Okaloosa County School District. For the past 5 years, I've taught at Silver Sands, a school for severe to profound disabilities. Before that, I taught PreK-Disabilities for 5 years. I also teach...
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I have taken care of many patients with dementia, paralysis, ALS etc I have been in this field approximately 23 years now
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Am Sydonie.

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Reliable caring individual with 9 years of experience caring for intellectual disabilities and vulnerable adults. Excellent client care work well with Special needs, bedwritten, visual impaired, memory impaired residents. Friendly and compassionate with excellent interpersonal communication skills, flexible available mornings...
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I have taught special needs for over 10 years. I slso tech 3-year-olds Sunday school and volunteer in the church nursery.
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Professional Aunt At Your Service.

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of experience by being an aunt taking care of my niece and nephews. I have about 15 years of paid experience as well. I am great with elderly, children, special needs. I have experience with school drop off/ pickups, school field trips, doctors appointments, transport to after school activities and just...
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Jewel I'm a college student and I serve at a restaurant in the summer time. Once school starts I enjoy tutoring, iv'e got 3 years of experience with k-12. I have experience cleaning condos so housekeeping would be no problem. My younger sister has autism, and I am very comfortable working with special needs...
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My Passions For Childcare With My Experience:)

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$26/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Yu. I worked at preparatory school as a daycare teacher. I've experienced working with special needs kids, daycare work for 4 years. If you have any specific requests for childcare that I can give you, feel free to share with me! My rate is $/h. Wonder where you live since it says less than a mile! I live in...
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a reliable, honest, and calm person. I have experience with childcare services 3+ years special needs included of course. I'm comfortable with pets, have my own transportation, and non smoker. CPR certified.
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Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work.

Fort Walton Beach, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
10yrs experience with Special need adults and teens, 9yrs exp with senior care, dementia, sun downers, total care pts, and rehabilitation pts. very family oriented, never meet a stranger😁, my favorite sport is football, I'm currently working as an dialysis tech, I love cooking, watching ID ch, and Walmart
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Hurlburt Field, FL

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting experiences that solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. Patience and creativity color my interactions, and my friendly demeanor puts children at ease. Open communication is key, so I...
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Developmental Disability Caregiver

Shalimar, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I worked for years with people with developmental disabilities it was one of the most gratifying jobs that I've ever had. My sister had a company that cared for individuals who were developmentally disabled she was a Medicaid provider. I was one of her employees so I worked in the office and in the field.
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Babysitter & Nanny

Eglin AFB, FL

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$19/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello! I have a little over 2 years of experience providing care for children. In that time I nannied for two families. I was responsible for 4 children aged 10 months, 3, 4, and 10. Additionally I have experience with children with special needs and dietary restrictions. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible,...
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Eglin AFB, FL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi My name is Jaynae I am 21 years old I have caregiver experience I am a medication technician I have special needs experience I have worked with all ages I help with toileting light house keeping cooking and tutoring I have reliable transportation
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Nanny With 6 Years Experience

Niceville, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
-Experience with special needs and immune compromised children -K12 CPR and First Aid Certified -Intermediate Understanding of Japanese Language -Experience as a Kindergarten Aide and K12 Substitute Teacher Hi! I'm Rosalia! I'm a huge child at heart and love everything your kid does, so I'm never bored! From bugs to books, I...

Megan S. says "Rosie is the sweetest! She is does a great job keeping my 16 month old busy and having fun. She has been super dependable and amazingly cautious with...

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Part Time Babysitter/Nanny

Navarre, FL

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have always loved working with children and I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. Currently, I am in between undergrad and grad school to become a Speech Pathologist. I have a ton of experience working with children with disabilities, with all ages and ability levels. I have worked at a camp for children with...
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Care & Companion

Navarre, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked directly with individuals in assisted living, private care, with individuals on hospice, diabetic, dimentia, and parkinson's. I have experienced and seen first hand how hard it can be caring for a loved one, managing your own life, and holding it all together. Please contact me with any questions. Non-Smoker, CPR &...
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Compassionate LPN

Niceville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth has always been a passion of mine. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I a'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I enjoy playing outdoor games, board games, crafts, and educational activities. I have a college degree and am a Licensed...

Care Member says "Tabitha has positive personality. She has vast nursing experience, a great team player, motivated and reliable. She is very knowledgeable and works well...

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  • 41 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.25/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Walton Beach, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 41 listed special needs caregivers

Whitney P.

We love Whitney! She babysits our 7 month old son and does a great job, plus she's been available on short notice and that's been a huge...

- Cassandra C.

Rosalia F.

Rosie is the sweetest! She is does a great job keeping my 16 month old busy and having fun. She has been super dependable and amazingly...

- Megan S.

Tabitha H.

Tabitha has positive personality. She has vast nursing experience, a great team player, motivated and reliable. She is very knowledgeable...

- Care member

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