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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 20 years experience with children, adults, learning disabilities. I have excellent professional and personal references
I think outside the box, team player, safety and happiness utmost importance. I looking forward to speaking with you. Thank you
Joseph L. says "Mary has been wonderful with our elderly mom so that my husband and I can have some date nights She is very punctual and dependable . She is very...
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1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello!
I used to work in a group home with individuals that had developmental disabilities, Austism and Cerebral palsy. I loved it! With normal life going on, I wanted to branch out and do more with my passion. Unfortunately it didn't work out. And I got a different job. I wanted to get back into it! And I found that here was...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I began babysitting for my family and friends at a very young age. In school I took an early childhood class and many of my assignments involved working with children outside of the classroom. I also spent a year working with the special needs children that attended my school. I am very active and adventurous, and I am fluent in...
Bonnie M. says "Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the...
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8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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Hello! I have 8 years of babysitting experience with children ages 3 months to 16 years old. I truly have a passion for child care and have completed Early Childhood Education & Development courses in college, as well as volunteering with children with special needs. I have my own car and am happy to provide transportation as...
Maddison M. says "We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super respectful of...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Sydney and I'm currently a junior in college majoring in health science, and hoping to work in child psychology. I've been babysitting since I was 14 for kids of all ages. I also co-led a music class for ages 2-8, and some kids with special needs, for 4 years. I have my own transportation and I'm fully vaccinated. In my...
Mimi Q. says "Sydney is a sweet and kind person. She is wonderful and caring with my baby girl. Loved having her in our home and fully trust her with my little...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I've been a nanny for more than 10 years now. I was a nanny for a family for 11 years. They started as a family of 3, but grew into a family of six by the end! I have a lot of experience with infants all the way up to teenagers. I also have experience with children with different special needs. For example, I've watched hearing...
Anita W. says "Jennifer is a 10/10 as nanny's go and a gem of a person. She is smart, sweet, and genuinely loves children. She is naturally organized and a hard worker....
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
Currently in graduate school, Im looking for a long term placement of at least 20 hours per week. I have work across the care giver spectrum from middle school art teacher to end of life care as doula and funeral director most recently. I'm a helper at heart and working to become a chaplain.
I enjoy cooking, unorthodox field...
Elizabeth O. says "Will is an amazing caregiver! He is reliable, smart, creative, and always has fun ideas for my 5 year old daughter- from gardening to baking to...
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hey everyone! I'm currently a PhD student at UF pursuing a degree in sustainable development. This is my third year in a row using care. com and am a big fan of the site, I've found lots of great families to work with. I've worked with infants to teens so I have a wide rage of experience with different aged children. I've also...
Care Member says "Bailey was great! She was super responsive, always on time, and really cares for our kiddos...and we have an infant and a 13 year old with special...
I am currently a behavioral therapist for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental and cognitive delays. I have been working with Behavioral Analysis Support Services for over 2 years providing care to children and teaching children functional communication, behavioral, academic, daily living, and...
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I am a UF student that is hoping to graduate and pursue her future career as a children's therapist. However, I'm currently taking a gap year and have moved back home to Ocala. I love working with kids and am always eager to enhance my experience with children of all ages and personalities. Although I haven't cared for a special...
I have worked with special needs children in the Schools and Daycare Centers. Also, have a nephew with Autism. So, I understand how hard it can be for the families. I am very friendly and love to laugh and see others laughing. Thank you and Please consider me!
At my Summer Camps, special need children were always a high priority to make sure they had an equal experience to the other kids and some of my favorite campers have been ones with special needs or hearing impairment. I've worked with so many in my 6 years of being a Summer Camp counselor/director and have never had any...
My name is Johnson
I am a talented person
I am a reliable person
I speak English, French, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
I am a dancer
I have a degree in psychology
I have a degree in Human Resources
I have experience working with children with developmental disabilities as a registered behavioral technician. I have developed skills in non-verbal communication and ASL. I am CPR and first responder certified. I am currently working towards a masters degree in developmental disabilities with a focus on early childhood and...
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- $24/hr
5 years experience
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Bowel Management Assistance.
Former RBT (ABA Therapy)
Pairing and building rapport are my jam. Humans are humans and deserve to be treated as such. Actor and storyteller, so we will never be bored.
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- $13/hr
7 years experience
I worked along side a behavior therapist in Austin, Tx for a year and half developing and implementing a weekly after school program for an early elementary student with mild Autism. The program focused on increasing vocabulary, social etiquette, and strengthen emotional intelligence. One of the most important parts of the...
Hello! I am currently a student enrolled at the University of FL studying Anthropology & Public Health. I have a strong passion for helping others and would love to help your family with any and every need!
I have experience as an RBT within an ABA center, memory unit care, tutoring, cleaning and at home care for adults and...
Hi! My name is Brittany! I have been a caretaker for over 11 years for individuals of all ages, from children to seniors. I have extensive experience in medication management/ medication reminder, feeding, bathing, Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc. Meal prepping, Performing light...
I have 9+ years of childcare experience. With babysitting jobs in my teenage years I moved on to become a Early Childhood Coordinator in PB, FL for 2 years before relocating to GNV to begin my college education at Santa Fe where I achieved my degree in Elementary Education before changing my major at UF to Education Science...
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I have experience in taking care of a patient with Dementia. I have also been a personal assistant, preparing meals, light housekeeping & taking care of pets. I enjoy helping people & getting to know them.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.89/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Gainesville, FL
Special Needs Caregivers in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Mary L.
Mary has been wonderful with our elderly mom so that my husband and I can have some date nights
She is very punctual and dependable . She...
- Joseph L.
Maeve H.
Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created...
- Bonnie M.
Peyton H.
We love Peyton! She's always a few minutes early, has never canceled on us and our son always enjoys his time with her. Peyton is super...
- Maddison M.
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