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- $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.
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Caring for children and helping them grow their skills and flourish is a true passion of mine. I helped raise 8 special needs siblings so I am no stranger to planning fun and engaging activities and identifying and meeting a child's unique needs. I have a graduate degree and have worked as a teacher for the last 4 years...
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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- $13/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi, I'm Hope. I'm a dependable, patient, and caring professional with a passion for supporting seniors in living comfortably and safely. With experience working in both education and special needs care, I've learned the importance of listening, empathy, and creating a calm, respectful environment. I take pride in helping with...
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...
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...
Hi! My name is Molly and I am a registered nurse! With 4 years of experience as a nurse in healthcare, I have a passion for supporting and helping people.
Making a positive difference in people's lives is my calling. My approach is patient, calm, compassionate, and friendly. I prioritize understanding each person's preferences...
Experienced Nanny, Newborns To Toddlers And Elementary Schoolers, Special Needs Capable
Gainesville, FL
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm Ms. Katie!
I've been working with children for over 20 years in many different capacities and as a nanny specifically for 10 years. I am a student working to transfer to UF for pediatric occupational therapy or pediatric speech therapy.
I have extensive full-time nanny experience with newborns, babies, and...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked as a Paraprofessional for children ages 3-5 with special needs and behavior issues. I have also babysat for families since I was 16. I currently am in college working on an Early Childhood Educations degree.
I am also CPR and...
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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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...
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
meal prep
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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...
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives.
My approach to childcare is centered around...
Olivia C. says "Emily is our current nanny to our 10 month old girl, C! Emily is so great with her! She is kindhearted, dependable, always on time, communicates well and...
I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter, dance teacher, gymnastics coach, camp counselor, and more! I have volunteered and worked with children and teens of all ages and abilities. I am first aid and CPR certified. Additionally, I am a certified Adaptive Gymnastics Coach (Gymnastics for kids with special needs). I am...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter, dance teacher, gymnastics coach, camp counselor, and more! I have volunteered and worked with children and teens of all ages and abilities. I am first aid and CPR certified. Additionally, I am a licensed Physical Therapist in Florida and certified Adaptive Gymnastics Coach...
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...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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As a caretaker with five years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and ensuring children's well-being. My patient and creative nature allows me to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for kids. I believe in open and consistent communication with parents.
I'm comfortable caring for up to five...
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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- $13/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I greatly enjoy helping kids learn and grow in a safe and fun way. I have previously helped direct "social groups" in which I aided therapists in teaching special needs kids social and general life skills in a fun and engaging way. I am certified as a CNA and EMR, and k am vertified in CPR and First Aide/Basic Life a support. I...
CNA Certified In First Aide/BLS And CPR, Experienced In Helping Special Needs Kids And The Elderly.
Archer, FL
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- $13/hr
1 year experience
I am certified as a CNA, and am qualified in First Aide/Basic Life Support and CPR. I have worked in a nursing home and gained experience dealing with a variety of elderly patients. I acted as an assistant to an occupational therapist in holding "social groups" with special needs kids to teach them life skills in a fun setting....
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- $30/hr
10 years experience
I am an LPN with 15+ yrs experience and have worked in multiple fields of nursing. I have worked in skilled nursing/rehab facilities taking care of senior patients with many different illnesses. I have worked in elementary school clinics taking care of preschoolers through 5th grade students. Another avenue I have worked with...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.96/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
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