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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gainesville, FL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Gainesville, FL
Harper S.
Gainesville, FL
$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I have cared for medically complex children and adults for the past 6 years and have an extensive resume to back up all of my experience along with references for the care.
5.0
"Harper was wonderful. She worked for me for 4 years caring for my special needs foster kids and was wonderful with all of them. They had a bunch of different complex needs and she was always willing to...
Reviewed by Cristina R.
5.0
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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
5.0
"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 attentive to my mom , and my mom immediately felt...
Reviewed by Joseph L.
5.0
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I have been around people with special needs of all ages almost my entire life. I have a cousin with autism and I am very close with a family who has a little girl with a rare chromosome deletion disorder. I used to see her every day and would babysit her often as well. She is my favorite human on the entire planet. I am...
Mary S.
Gainesville, FL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care
5.0
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I have 20 years of experience of cna/ caregiver companion . I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping , doctors appointments or in a home or assisted living facility care. I've lived in Gainesville over 30 years and I've dealt with several different kinds of health issues with my clients. I love working with the...
5.0
"Mary has been wonderful in helping us navigate my mother's health care needs and concerns. She is a genuinely kind, caring, and compassionate person. We feel very lucky to have her help and support and would...
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5.0
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Hi! My name is Amber and I look forward to meeting your family. I provide sitting services for both children and animals and thoroughly enjoy the work. My experience working with children has been in home, educational, and therapeutic settings including child care facilities, schools, and physical therapy clinics. I've had both...
5.0
"My kids loved their time with Amber. She was great with my 7 and 10 year old. She played lots of games together and they ask for her to come back and watch them again."
Reviewed by Megan S.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 boys and kept them engaged. She also helped with light...
Reviewed by Bonnie M.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Peyton arrived on time and was effortless with my son. This was a delicate day as my friend's mother had passed, and there was a small gathering of very close friends at my home. Peyton was hired to care for my...
Reviewed by Jessica S.
5.0
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My name is Martha. I have been a babysitter/Nanny for over 10 years. My experience includes working with various age groups, including new borns and special needs kids. I have successfully implemented learning activities and with kids as suggested by parents, and life skills such as, potty training and learning to get ready for...
5.0
"Martha has been really helpful. She has helped with the girls while we are working from home and babysat while we went out. She is very attentive. She helps them with homework and is teaching them...
Reviewed by Marianna K.
5.0
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I have been caring for kids for almost 10 years, my family is a foster family so I have had plenty of experience. I also have babysat for other families some who have kids with special needs or medical conditions that require extra care. I am CPR & First aid certified, fingerprinted and background screened due to working with...
5.0
"She is kind, caring and reliable! She is a very sweet, amazing young lady, and loves working with children. "
Reviewed by Mary H.
Emily D.
Gainesville, FL
$26/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.5
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Hi! I'm Emily. I am a student at the University of Florida. I love kids and animals, and I have several years of experience babysitting and nannying. I love to read, swim, and sing. I have training in taking care of special needs children, especially those with autism. I love meeting new people and learning new things. I also...
5.0
"Very responsible, great with kids, excellent hire!"
Reviewed by Leslie D.
Jennifer H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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. She's a phenomenal cook. I always felt relaxed and...
Reviewed by Anita W.
Teresa M.
Gainesville, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN With History Working In The Past With Special Needs Children
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I have been an RN for over 20 years. Some of my patients have special needs. I also worked for awhile doing home care with special needs children. I did not have to work hard as an nurse, it was innate for me. I have strong compassion and kindness as well as being technically qualified.
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I have worked with persons who have special needs since my youth when I worked at Training Center as an Occasional Therapy Aide. I did this for 5 years. After college I worked as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for 14 years at Vocational Rehabilitation here in Gainesville providing services to the ARC and to the Bradford...
Brittany H.
Gainesville, FL
$15-50/hr
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I have been in the nursing field for over 10 plus years. I have worked with a great variety of different disabilities within ALL ages! I love to help one work on their goals, take out in community, walks on trails/ parks, etc..
Yasmin B.
Gainesville, FL
$15-20/hr
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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...
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I am a behavioral paraprofessional at a local school with a passion for special needs children! I am currently training for my Registered Behavior Technician certification and have been working with child for about 4 years. I have extensive knowledge and experience with ADHD and autism spectrum kiddos! I am extremely flexible...
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I've spent my entire life around both children and seniors, so I'm well equipped for the crazy conversation and fun activities that come along with it!
Justin B.
Gainesville, FL
$13-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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...
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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...
Meghan W.
Gainesville, FL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gainesville, FL
Harper S.
5.0
Harper was wonderful. She worked for me for 4 years caring for my special needs foster kids and was wonderful with all of them. They had a bunch of different complex needs and she was always willing to accommodate and help every single child that came through our house! Would highly recommend her...
- Cristina R.
Mary L.
5.0
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 attentive to my mom , and my mom immediately felt comfortable with Mary . She has a very sweet and calming personality
- Joseph L.
Mary S.
5.0
Mary truly cares for her clients. She goes above and beyond and is a great communicator with the family
- Stephanie L.
Amber P.
5.0
My kids loved their time with Amber. She was great with my 7 and 10 year old. She played lots of games together and they ask for her to come back and watch them again.
- Megan S.
Maeve H.
5.0
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 boys and kept them engaged. She also helped with light housekeeping around the house.
- Bonnie M.
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Ratings for Gainesville, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.