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Tonia T.

Part-time Or Full-time Special Need Caregiver

Jacksonville, FL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 17 yrs experience of CNA/caregiver and I love what I do. However I feel that this gift was given to me. I enjoy sharing my tender love and care. Try my best to keep you happy and comfortable. Becoming part of your family is something special. I'm here to help in any way that I can there is nothing to hard for me to handle...

Susan M. says "Tonia never worked for me. We couldn't catch up with one another."

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Fantasi J.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Fantasi. I have been in the caregiving field for 22 years. I absolutely love what I do! The last 5 years I have worked privately with families helping care for their elderly loved ones. The 17 years before that I worked with young adults and adults with developmental disabilities and mental disorders. I am...
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Brandon W.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm a male nurse with 8 years of experience in caregiving, and I maintain phenomenal rapport with every job and client I have worked for. Hiring me as your caretaker gives you the freedom of mind knowing that your caretaker will be reliable, trustworthy, and most importantly caring. You're not only looking for a caretaker who...

Karen F. says "Brandon has been wonderful with my son. He is a quick learner and because he is a nursing student, he was right at home doing everything that my son needed...

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Mallory K.

Reliable, Fun, Patient, And Caring Caregiver

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Mallory. I'm a creative, fun, loving, patient gal that has a passion for building community and making known the gifts and talents of those with special needs. I currently live and share life with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and they have become my second family. It's more than just taking...
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Taylor F.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Passionate and energetic caregiver with experience in being a positive role model, using classroom management, and relationship building. Specializing in working with individuals with behavioral and developmental disorders. Coursework in Disabilities in Society from the UF College of Education. Calm under pressure with superb...
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Cheryl A.

Full Or Part Time Caregiver/companion

Jacksonville, FL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have 16 years experience as a certified home health aide with Partners Health Care at Home in Massachusetts .... I have been in this field for 21 years now and love it! I have worked with all age groups with or without special needs. I love animals and I have an excellent driving record. New to Florida and want to continue to...

Cathy D. says "Interviewed with her very sweet and caring seems 100 percent professional. My family situation changed but has it not I would definitely recommend her!"

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Misty G.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I have worked in a hospital and home health setting for 16 years.

Care Member says "Misty is calm, efficient, and pleasant to work with. My kid enjoy her and she is easy to communicate with."

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Mary T.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've supervised care for individuals with an array of special needs. I feel allowing them to be as independent as possible with love & guidance while keeping them safe makes a wonderful day. I have been fingerprinted with current Level 2 and FBI checks for Florida & New Jersey.
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Dawn G.

I Work In The School System As A Para Professional ,

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and home health aide. I have done home health care and hospice for many years. I Have Experience With Many Different Ages, Disabilities, Dementia and Alzheimer's. I also have Hoyer lift experience. I am fully vaccinated. I am CPR/first aide certified. I have had the opportunity to work...

Jennifer O. says "I just had a wonderful interview with Dawn and can't wait for her to watch my special needs children! She arrived early and I immediately felt...

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Gabrielle T.

Nanny Available

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Gabrielle, and I have babysat/nannied over 15yrs for over 25 families. Most recently, I cared for a 6mo full-time. Other nannying positions have included: 4 children (8, 6, and 2yo twins!); an 8mo boy and 5yo little girl; 2 siblings ages 3 & 7. At 12, I was caring for an infant with both mental/physical disabilities,...

Amy G. says "Gabrielle has been a nanny to my now 11 month old for the past 8 months and I don't know what we would have done without her! She's great at what she does,...

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Majuana G.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated and experienced childcare provider, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and well-being. With four years of hands-on experience, I have developed a strong ability to create a safe, stimulating environment where children can thrive. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children...

Kimberly A. says "My kids loved her! She was on time and very communicative. She really put our minds at ease since this was our first time hiring a sitter-she was...

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Abby C.

Teen Babysitter

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Abby. I love being outdoors, crafting, writing, playing board games, doing yoga and hanging out with my pets! I've been a nanny/babysitter since I was 15 and my first "real" job was as a church nursery attendant. From there, I've been a Primrose School assistant teacher, full-time nanny for multiple families,...

Keilly G. says "Hands down one of the best babysitters we've ever hired to babysit our children. She has been babysitting for us since 2016. She is punctual, reliable and...

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Autumn S.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey there! I am a reliable, trustworthy, and very patient babysitter with more than 9 years of experience. I've worked with all ages ranging from newborn infants to young adults with disabilities. I can help with travel, housekeeping, cooking, etc.! Keeping things organized is something I've always been good at, and have taken...

Adam T. says "Our family knows Autumn through church. That's how we found her and she has babysat for us on multiple occasions. She watched our 2 older daughters and...

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Lauryn H.

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny Available

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have been a babysitter, nanny and family caregiver for over 12 years. I began babysitting for family and friends at the age of 11. At 29, I have worked with all ages, from infants to middle school. I have also gathered experiences with a variety of care-based scenarios including special needs, allergies, religious practices,...

Care Member says "Lauryn was professional, punctual, and very good with our little one. My very clingy one year old was quickly able to get comfortable with Lauryn, and I...

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Brenna M.

Part Time Or Full Time Nanny

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Seven years nanny experience along with 15 + years of babysitting experience. I worked 4. 5 years as a live in nanny within the NYC area and loved it. Throughout and after college, I spent three years working as a governess for special needs student, watching him graduate high school and then moving on to college. I am...

Courtney M. says "Brenna was great! I was traveling in the Jacksonville area for work and to shop for Homes for our upcoming move. We chatted for a couple days prior to...

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Valerie D.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny ready to work for another family. I'm located in the mandarin area willing to travel up to 15 miles. I offer flexible availability - 8 + years of experience caring for children ages newborn - 12 years old. I also have experience with children with special needs and major medical conditions. - I'm a...

Care Member says "Valerie is a really good cna she took excellent care if my mom . She’s professional, responsible, and reliable. If you are looking for cna send her a...

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Tiffany S.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Dedicated and highly experienced Childcare Provider specializing in comprehensive special needs care from infancy to pre-teen years. 14 years of hands-on experience supporting children with diverse physical, emotional, and developmental needs. Proven expertise in developing and implementing personalized care plans to include...

William C. says "Our schedule did not synch with Tiffany for the summer but we were very impressed with her during the interview process. She showed professionalism,...

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Cameron V.

Full-Time Care Giver

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! I'm a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with 9 years of professional nanny experience and more than a decade of childcare experience overall. I specialize in overnight newborn care, supporting families during those early weeks and months by assisting with feeding schedules, sleep conditioning, diapering,...

Stevie R. says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Cami through Care.com. Her dedication and expertise have truly made a positive impact on our family. From day...

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Cassidy R.

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Cassidy. I'm 28 years old with over 15 years of experience in both caregiving and professional cleaning. I started babysitting and cleaning at 13 and have worked with children, adults, and individuals with a wide range of special needs. I take great pride in my work, especially cleaning, and recently started my...

Donald H. says "Cassidy was a wonderful first nanny for our special little bundle. She was always early and very flexible for anything that we requested. She was helpful...

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Tonia T.

Home-Care Caregiver for Elders

Jacksonville, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
respite care
companionship
personal care
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an certified CNA/Caregiver of 17 years of experience and looking to care for your loving elderly family member. If you are looking for a helping hand taking care of your loved one, look no further I'm here to help. I'm trustworthy, honest, dependable most of all hard-worker that put your love one first and also have...

Care Member says "Tonia cared for my father with love, respect and a high degree of professionalism. Being able to rely on her compasionate support was critical to the...

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  • 151 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.82/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Jacksonville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 90 reviews of the 151 listed special needs caregivers

Tonia T.

Tonia never worked for me. We couldn't catch up with one another.

- Susan M.

Brandon W.

Brandon has been wonderful with my son. He is a quick learner and because he is a nursing student, he was right at home doing everything...

- Karen F.

Cheryl A.

Interviewed with her very sweet and caring seems 100 percent professional. My family situation changed but has it not I would definitely...

- Cathy D.

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