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65 special needs caregivers are listed in Gainesville, FL

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Gainesville, FL

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Mary L.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time LPN Available

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

Recent review:

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.

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Harper S.


Gainesville, FL

$12-17/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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.

Recent review:

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.

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Olivia B.


Gainesville, FL

$10-15/hr

Kind And Loving College Student Ready To Help!

5.0

(1)

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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...
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Mary S.


Gainesville, FL

$25-30/hr10 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...

Recent review:

5.0
Mary is a very caring, loving person that has 20 years experience caring for others, especially the elderly. She is calm, patient, and provides quality care and positive engagement with those she is caring...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alyssa S.


Gainesville, FL

$15-22/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have experience with infants as well as special needs kids. I am a student who can assist with virtual school. I am fully vaccinated. I have experience as a Level 1 sailing instructor where I took 5-7-year-old kids out on a boat for a summer camp. I have experience working with Surfers for Autism and with BuddyUp tennis.

Recent review:

5.0
Lovely young lady with such a great heart for children! My one year old absolutely adored her.

Reviewed by Kellee R.

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Amber P.


Gainesville, FL

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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.

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Peyton H.


Gainesville, FL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Evenings

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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 our home and is great with our family dog too. Something I...

Reviewed by Maddison M.

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Martha G.


Gainesville, FL

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

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...

Recent review:

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.

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Harper S.


Gainesville, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Harper was very professional and interacted well with my child! I've used her multiple times for date nights! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, and friendly sitter.

Reviewed by Robert S.

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Emily D.


Gainesville, FL

$26/hr6 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...

Recent review:

5.0
Very responsible, great with kids, excellent hire!

Reviewed by Leslie D.

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Jennifer H.


Gainesville, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

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.

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Teresa M.


Gainesville, FL

$15-20/hr10 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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Wanda L.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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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...

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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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Isabel M.


Gainesville, FL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Behavioral Paraprofessional

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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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Amoreh A.


Gainesville, FL

$15-20/hr

Care Provider

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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!
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Angela S.


Gainesville, FL

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

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Over the last two years I have been working at a pediatric clinic as a Registered Behavior Technician. I have my Speech Language Pathology assistance license and have over 100 hours of shadowing experience.

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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..
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Justin B.


Gainesville, FL

$13-18/hr3 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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Sarah V.


Gainesville, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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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!
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Nolan L.


Gainesville, FL

$24-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Loving Care Giver Who Love Kids And Loves To Laugh.

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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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Meghan W.


Gainesville, FL

$20-25/hr1 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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Kaley B.


Gainesville, FL

$10-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver

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Hi there, I'm Kaley! I'm a doctoral student at the University of Florida in the Occupational Therapy Program. I want to eventually specialize in pediatrics, given that I love kids. I have my Bachelor's in Family and Child Sciences from Florida State University (graduated May 2020). Individuals with special needs have been a part...
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Alayna K.


Gainesville, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time/ Part Time Caregiver

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Since I was 10 years old I have volunteered at the Special Olympics in Northeast Ohio. Most recently I ran the 8 and under events. I also ran an after school ice skating program for children with disabilities that my mom taught. This was through my high school, which they still use today :) I worked at a summer camp called Camp...
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Meghan P.


Gainesville, FL

$14-25/hr

HHA CNA Patient Care Specialist

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Hello! I am a 24-year-old student and responsible adult who is very open and outgoing. Most people that know me would describe me as bubbly and fun while also extremely reliable, trustworthy, and mature. I am Home Health Aide & Basic Life Support certified and will have my Patient Care Specialist/CNA certification in the...
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Dedra W.


Gainesville, FL

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

Very Experienced

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I have worked with special need clients for over 4 years. I have my own home care company , I am CPR and first aid certified, I am a certified medical assistant, certified home health aide also . I am Covid and flu vaccinated
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Gabrielle M.


Gainesville, FL

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello! I am 24 years old and I have the privilege of working as a registered nurse in women's health. As a registered nurse, I have been trained to manage complex medical conditions. Prior to completing my nursing degree, I was a graduate from the University of Florida studying psychology. I spent most of my final year honing my...

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I grew up with a special needs cousin with mental and physical disabilities, so I have been exposed to the environment of caring for special ability kids my whole life. I currently work in a daycare with 3-4 kids on the spectrum daily. I am certified in first aid, CPR, and bls so I have the training. I am also going to school...
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William H.


Gainesville, FL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist Assistant For Students With Autism

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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...
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William H.


Gainesville, FL

$23-33/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care & Adults With Special Needs.

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I'm currently an independent licensed funeral director and doula considering the arts in medicine program, and so I decided to reactivate my account in search of positions for professional development. I enjoy cooking, unorthodox field trips, art lessons, and have a jeep patriot ready to run errands and attend appointments....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gainesville, FL

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.

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 S.

5.0

Mary is a very caring, loving person that has 20 years experience caring for others, especially the elderly. She is calm, patient, and provides quality care and positive engagement with those she is caring for. I have not had the need to use her but I know several that have. She has been so...

- Care member

Alyssa S.

5.0

Lovely young lady with such a great heart for children! My one year old absolutely adored her.

- Kellee R.

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.

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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 18 reviews of the 65 listed special needs caregivers.