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Sydney M.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Sydney and I'm a daycare teacher with a bachelor's degree in health science and a minor in 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 free time...
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Counselor For Life

Gainesville, FL

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi, I'm Justin. I've been working with kids of various ages, genders, ethnicity, and special needs since 2015 when I was a Counselor in Training at a Summer Camp in Tallahassee. From the years 2016-2019 I was a Counselor at the camp and was the Head Male Side Director for the last year. In between August 2018 and March 2019 I...
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Supportive And Loving :)

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Katarina and I have always loved children and the ability to be a positive role model in their lives. I volunteered as a teachers assistant in Africa, was a camp counselor for a summer camp for 4 years, and have worked with kids with special needs for 2 years. I love taking care of children and being able to help...
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Jhada S.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 2+ years of experience working with children. I worked two summers as a summer camp counselor to kindergarteners and have babysat children from family from less than 1 years old to 9 years old. I currently work as a registered behavior technician working with children with autism as well as other children with special...
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Isabel M.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I have been working with children (both in-school and nannying infants and toddlers) for 10 years. I have a perfect driving record and pride myself in my ability to keep a household running smoothly. I love working with kids of all ages, and am experienced with special needs and infant care. I am very practiced at...
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Energetic, Fun And Experienced Childcare Provider.

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have experience across the board. I have cared for ages 3months-16years. I have years of experience volunteering with children/teens with special needs and I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician.
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Jacqueline E.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I enjoyed baby sitting around my neighborhood in high school as well as my two younger step sibling, one of which has special needs. Just looking to make a few extra bucks while I'm in college, I'm very patient and work well with little ones.
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Emily H.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Emily. I have over a decade of caregiving experience. From nannying, elder care, special needs care, and being a CNA in a skilled nursing facility, to handling farm animals, arachnids, dogs and cats, and even a llama once. I am CPR and BLS certified and am an extremely empathetic caregiver, for whatever your...
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Samantha B.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a 19-year-old childcare provider with 5+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, including children with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have EMT training, and I'm currently working toward my firefighting certification. For the past 2+ years, I've regularly cared for multiple children at a time, giving...
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Leticia L.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I am Leticia, I live in Gainesville, and I am 31 years old. I was nanny since 16 years old for multiple families including newborns, infants, toddlers and teenagers, and also children with special needs. I also have experience taking care of more than one child at the same time. My responsibilities have included driving,...
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Joneshia R.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience providing compassionate, skilled care to children with special needs in home-health and private-duty settings. I provide close supervision to ensure safety at all times and assist with transportation to and from school, appointments, and activities as needed. My skills...
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Grace B.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Grace, I'm a Gainesville local looking to babysit. I grew up in Girl Scouts and am currently employed as a teaching aide at a charter school here in town. I have lots of experience working with children, especially those with special needs. I can also help with homework :) Primarily looking for work in the...
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Hi, I'm Isa! An Actor Who's Passionate About Childcare Loves To Find Fun Ways For Kids To Learn.

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a BFA Musical Theatre student at UF. I understand the gravity of trusting the caretaker who will be spending time with and helping your children grow as individuals. I've grown up babysitting little cousins and family friends' children, and 2 months ago I took care of and provided for my 4-month-old niece for a couple...
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Linnea M.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been working with children for as long as I can remember, from babysitting the neighborhood kids, to watching my niece and nephews grow up, to becoming a lead toddler teacher at a local daycare. I believe that children should not be just sat in front of the television, but that they should be playing games, reading books,...
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Kylie S.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$14/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Kylie and I am currently a freshmen at the University of Florida. I am studying education and hoping to eventually become a special education teacher or an elementary school teacher. I have previously worked with kids ranging from all ages and have also had experience working with kids who have type 2 diabetes and...
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Molly P.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Molly and I am a registered nurse! With 2 years of experience as a nurse in senior care, I'm passionate about supporting adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. I also have experience working with adults with special needs. Making a positive difference in people's lives is my calling. My approach is...
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Rosina E.'s Photo

Gainesville, FL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. My experiences in adult and senior care have inspired me to support families by providing reliable care options for their loved ones. With a graduate degree and three years of experience, I bring a patient, friendly, and professional approach to caregiving. I am...
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Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Infants thru 4 yrs old Over 20 years experience in childcare. Specialization is taking in infants and nurturing them to become confident preschoolers. Comfortable working with children with varying ability levels- experience with children with special needs. The three children I have been caring for for the last three and a...
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Olivia E.'s Photo

Alachua, FL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I am passionate about caring for people with special needs because I have an understanding most people working with disabilities don't. I experience my own struggles and symptoms that give me confidence I can relate or just generally understand those around me with their own struggles. My goal as a student at the University of...
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Full-Time Direct Support Coordinator For 6 Years

Alachua, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands. Instruct or advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition, or infant care. Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and...
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  • 47 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of October 2026

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

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