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Mary L.

Part Time LPN Available

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$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...

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Hello! Im Rachel

Gainesville, FL

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
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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Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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...

Care Member says " Mary has deep knowledge of elders’ physical, mental and emotional needs. Her education, kindness, emotional intelligence, and endless...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
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...

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Nurturing, Creative Care For Your Children And Pets. Part To Full-time Availability.

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a childcare provider with over half a dozen years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children and supporting families. My reserved nature allows me to fit seamlessly into your family's routine. I believe in open communication and will provide regular updates on your child's day, using your preferred method. When...

Aymee R. says "Meredith is dependable, educated, loving and patient, we love her! She took care of our baby boy and we were very happy with her during the time that she...

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Loving, Organized, Patient, Kind, And Creative

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My Name is Megann and I am a graduate from the Univeristy of Florida with a Bachelors degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences. I have experience caring for multiple children, including those with various special needs. I am looking for something consistent where I can apply what I have learned throughout school...

Care Member says "Megann was kind and patient with our daughter and always reliable! "

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Part-time Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hey everyone! I'm currently a second year master's 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...

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...

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Child Care Experience

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Teagan and I am a current college student. I have been a babysitter for about 5 years now. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, kids, and pre-teens. I also have experience caring for special-needs children. I am trained in first aid. I have reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.

Sarah B. says "My daughter absolutely loves when she comes over ! Asks for her to come back again !"

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Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 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....

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Special Needs Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have over 30 yrs experience working with people with special needs. I have worked privately with families as well as with organizations serving people with special needs. I am kind, patient, friendly adaptable and Provide quality care. I can assist with a wide range of needs. I will move to Largo the end of Sept 2020 and would...
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Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Megann. I am currently going into my Junior year at UF. I have a daily afternoon nanny job but am looking for a family who needs help with school drop offs! I am vaccinated and have experience with kids of all ages, including special needs. I also drive a reliable car and live just north of campus near 34th and...
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Gainesville, FL

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$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...
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Behavioral Paraprofessional

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
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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Hello I Am Filipina And I Love Caring People

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
little about my self I start my journey as domestic helper in Singapore, and I meet this beautiful family who has there 1st daughter has special needs "Blackfan diamond anemia " its a rare genetic blood disorder where the bone marrow doesn't produce enough red blood cells and decide to move in America due to her rare condition I...
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Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with many beautiful neurodivergent people in many types of environments. I enjoy learning and growing along side them and creating a comfortable safe space for everyone.
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Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Christina. I have been a paraprofessional, a home health aide, a CNA. I am also the mother to a beautiful child on the spectrum. I have a lot of experience with children with autism and ADHD. As well as adults with cognitive issues and mental illness. I love providing care for children and adults alike, and...
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Gainesville, FL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
I help with a range of daily tasks, such as personal hygiene, mobility, shopping, food preparation, and housework, while providing emotional support.
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Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
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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Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
Hello, I'd love to offer my services out to those families in need. I worked with Best Buddies for 3 years and then went on to volunteer with AbilityTree for 2. Both programs work with disabled children. During this time I would help teach, play, cook, and clean with the kids. AbilityTree also ran events for seniors and two...
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Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.52/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Gainesville, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Gainesville, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 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.

Mary S.

Mary has deep knowledge of elders’ physical, mental and emotional needs. Her education, kindness, emotional intelligence, and...

- Care member

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.

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