Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Gainesville, FL
We have 53 special needs caregivers in Gainesville, FL! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
All caregivers with this badge are background checked.
Available Now in Gainesville!
- from
- $13/hr
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...
- from
- $25/hr
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...
- from
- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
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...
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
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...
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
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....
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Molly and I am a pediatric registered nurse! I've been in the healthcare field for over 4 years now, and always stay up to date on my CPR and first aid training. I have been babysitting since middle school, and I also have experience with children with special needs.
My dedication to creating a safe, calm and...
David M. says "Molly was available with short notice to accommodate our schedule. She was punctual and took good care of the little one. Will definitely be working with...
- from
- $25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to making a positive impact on children's lives. My college degree complements my hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm patient, calm, creative, and approachable, and I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, educational games, swimming, outdoor...
Suzanne M. says "Mary helped with pet sitting for our dog. She was friendly, communicative, punctual, and very flexible to our schedule and needs. I will absolutely use...
- from
- $10/hr
3 years experience
I've had experience with children with special needs for 6 years now. I have worked one-on-one with a several children with disabilities. I've also worked with a speech pathologist interning at his office and assisted in his swim program during the summer for his patients with special needs. These special needs include a range...
- from
- $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...
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...
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...
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...
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
- from
- $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.
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...
- from
- $15/hr
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 am a certified teacher. I have ADHD and have worked with students and organizations like CARD to assist with a wide range of students on the autism spectrum from grades K-8. I am familiar with the use of visual schedules, language protocols to improve communication, limiting sensory overload, and some assistive technology.
I have many years of hands-on experience caring for children with disabilities, including close family members. This personal and professional background has given me a deep understanding of the patience, compassion, and attentiveness needed to support each child's unique abilities and challenges. I take pride in creating a...
Showing 1 - 20 of 53
53 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.36/hr as of May 2026
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 21 reviews of the 53 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.
William H.
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...
- Elizabeth O.
Special Needs Caregiver Articles
Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services
Special Needs Caregivers in Nearby Cities
- Special Needs in Archer, FL
- Special Needs in Hawthorne, FL
- Special Needs in Alachua, FL
- Special Needs in Williston, FL
- Special Needs in Citra, FL
- Special Needs in Bronson, FL
- Special Needs in Interlachen, FL
- Special Needs in Starke, FL
- Special Needs in Anthony, FL
- Special Needs in Morriston, FL
- Special Needs in Keystone Heights, FL
- Special Needs in Fort White, FL
- Special Needs in Lulu, FL
- Special Needs in Ocala, FL
- Special Needs in Silver Springs, FL
- Special Needs in Lake City, FL
- Special Needs in Inglis, FL
- Special Needs in Branford, FL
- Special Needs in Palatka, FL
- Special Needs in Middleburg, FL
- Special Needs in Wellborn, FL
- Special Needs in Orange City, FL
- Special Needs in Neptune Beach, FL
- Special Needs in Zephyrhills, FL
- Special Needs in Dunnellon, FL
- Special Needs in Grand Island, FL
- Special Needs in Belleview, FL
- Special Needs in Palm Coast, FL
- Special Needs in Brooksville, FL
- Special Needs in Spring Hill, FL
- Special Needs in Oviedo, FL
- Special Needs in Fernandina Beach, FL
- Special Needs in Woodbine, GA