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206 special needs caregivers are listed in Jacksonville, FL

The average rate is $17/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

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Gian W.


Jacksonville, FL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptionally Skilled And Excellent Child Care Provider With Vast Experience With Special Needs

5.0

(4)

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Hi! As a nanny and in other fields, I've worked for several families with children diagnosed as having varying degrees of and types of special needs. In my nanny career, I spent 10 yrs with a family of 4; fraternal twin boys 4 months of age both w/ autism, and later a younger sister w/ severe speech delay. I also worked w/ a...
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Tonia T.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Special Need Caregiver

3.0

(1)

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I have 14 yrs experience of CNA/caregiver and I love what I do. I feel that this gift was given to me. I enjoy sharing my tender love and care. I 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 I'm...

Recent review:

3.0
Tonia never worked for me. We couldn't catch up with one another.

Reviewed by Susan M.

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Jennifer O.


Jacksonville, FL

$19-25/hr

Caregiver Specializing In Complex Care

5.0

(1)

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Mature mom of 5 with 6 years of professional experience nannying and providing respite care for children on palliative care. I have experience with genetic conditions, seizure disorders, autism spectrum, gtube, non ambulatory, CP and more I have a sweet and patient disposition and a passion for caregiving. I can handle all daily...
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Misty G.


Jacksonville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(10)

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I have worked in a hospital and home health setting for 16 years.

Recent reviews:

5.0
Misty is calm, efficient, and pleasant to work with. My kid enjoy her and she is easy to communicate with.

Reviewed by Care member

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Cheryl A.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver/companion

3.0

(2)

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
Interviewed with her very sweet and caring seems 100 percent professional. My family situation changed but has it not I would definitely recommend her!

Reviewed by Cathy D.

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Taylor F.


Jacksonville, FL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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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Brandon W.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-35/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 him to do. I wish him well in all of his future...

Reviewed by Karen F.

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Siobhan O.


Jacksonville, FL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have babysat for children with Down syndrome, and autism. I have multiple references that can be provided upon request. I love kids and I am patient, energetic and fun!

Recent review:

5.0
My son (18 years old autistic) had great time with Siobhan for 5 days. She managed full of activity every day with him. He truly enjoyed spending time with her. We definitely hire her again.

Reviewed by Yuka S.

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Dawn G.


Jacksonville, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Work In The School System As A Para Professional ,

5.0

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 comfortable with her in my home and around my children. She has a...

Reviewed by Jennifer O.

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Mallory K.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun, Patient, And Caring Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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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Scott G.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Mature, Responsible, And Nurturing Father Available For Child Care, Senior Care, & Special Needs

5.0

(4)

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A seasoned and formally trained art and service professional with a natural proclivity for the attentive, empathetic, compassionate, and respectful care of persons with disabilities, elders, and young children. As a father of 6 (ages 18 - 35) I was a stay home Dad for extended periods of time during my marriage. I also ran the...

Recent review:

5.0
Scott is a close friend who has taken care of my four children in different capacities for the past couple of years, particularly at our church nursery. He is a gentle, compassionate caregiver who has a...

Reviewed by Melinda S.

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Gabrielle T.


Jacksonville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

5.0

(2)

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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,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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, my son loves her, and she's become part of our growing...

Reviewed by Amy G.

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Brenna M.


Jacksonville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Nanny

5.0

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 our arrival and she watched my 6 month old at the hotel....

Reviewed by Courtney M.

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Lexy L.


Jacksonville, FL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I have been baby-sitting since the age of 11. Being 20, this means I have 9 years of experience! I LOVE working with children and love being a fun babysitter for them. I have worked with all age ranges, from newborn-teenage. I create an exciting environment the children love, while also being productive, safe, and responsible. I...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Alexys was great! We have a very busy house with multiple pets and a very active 5 year old and Alexys took it all in stride. My child is very opinionated and told me that they had the best time hanging out...

Reviewed by Allie W.

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Kayla Y.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Anytime Sitter

5.0

(2)

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My name is Kayla and I have over 7 years of experience working with children. I am the second oldest of 6 children and I love taking care of little ones and helping out with them. I am a former WVU Gymnast and I have taught gymnastics to children ages 18 months and up for 8 years now. I have nannied children of all ages and have...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Kayla is a parent's and kids dream! She is very responsible, respectful and empathetic. She goes above and beyond and our kids loved her immediately. I really can't give any higher recommendation than what we...

Reviewed by Ben E.

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Autumn S.


Jacksonville, FL

$10-22/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 infant. She was punctual, courteous and helpful. Always...

Reviewed by Adam T.

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Angel F.


Jacksonville, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother Of 5, 2 Sets Of Multiples

5.0

(1)

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I'm a stay at home mother for the last 20+ years raising my twins, age 21, and triplets, age 19, one of them is profoundly autistic. Now that my four kids are away at college, I'm looking for work while my special needs son is in school. Raising 2 sets of multiples without any outside help taught me many lessons on taking care...

Recent review:

5.0
Angel was a pleasure to have nanny our 18-month old until he was ready to start preschool. She would occasionally watch our 4-year old also. She was wonderful with both boys - they adored her and would get...

Reviewed by Cara C.

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Ana Q.


Jacksonville, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving-Experienced Baby Sitter

5.0

(31)

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I am a very loving, nurturing, outgoing, caring, reliable, energetic and a hard working person. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Child & Adolescent Development from SFSU. I was born and raised in Nicaragua, Central America. I'm Bilingual. Moved to CA when I was 19. I am the oldest child, and I have 3 younger brothers. Got married...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Ana is very kind, sweet, and patient. She did a fantastic job watching my 20 month old son and highly recommend her!

Reviewed by Care member

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Jocelyn B.


Jacksonville, FL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have been working with kids for over 6 years. Also experienced in working with special needs children as well. For the last 3 years I've been working with the Duval County public school system. I've also worked with The Cathedral Arts Program and the YMCA, teaching children about the arts and being healthy. Caring for children...

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Jocelyn as our nanny and it was wonderful. We celebrate with her that she received a full time job offer elsewhere but it conflicted with her continuing on as our nanny. We had her as our nanny for a...

Reviewed by Phillip J.

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Jasmine H.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Per Diem Or Full Time Care Provider

5.0

(3)

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I have worked closely with children of all ages, including special needs as well as children with demanding needs. I am a nursing assistant so I renew my CPR certification annually, I also have prior nanny/ babysitting knowledge and experience. I enjoy spending time with all ages and all types of children because each one is...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Fantastic - want to make sure she feels appreciated and others see her as a trustworthy caretaker.

Reviewed by Kelly H.

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Siobhan O.


Jacksonville, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

After School Or Weekend Nanny/ Babysitter

4.5

(2)

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I have extensive babysitting and care-giving experience over the past 14 years. I am currently a student at UNF getting my Masters in Early Childhood and Special needs education. I work at Alden Road School of Exceptional Education. I am experienced with families that have up to 5 children, twins, children with autism, toddlers...

Recent review:

4.0
Siobhan babysat my two children and we absolutely adored her. She is very kind and thoughtful, always bringing games and toys to engage my kids. She is sweet, fun, extremely intelligent and helpful.

Reviewed by Aleksandra S.

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Markia J.


Jacksonville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello, My name is Markia. I have my own business as a hairstylist, and I'm currently enrolled in school online fulltime. I been a nanny since I was a child and have a lot of references. I watch children all ages and help with special needs children as well. I love doing a lot of different activities with children to help them...

Recent review:

5.0
Markia watch our kids for our date night. She did everything we asked and had no complaints. Will hire her again.

Reviewed by Rene R.

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Lauryn H.


Jacksonville, FL

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny Available

5.0

(3)

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I have been a babysitter, nanny and family caregiver for many families. I began babysitting for family and friends at the age of 11. At 27, I have worked with all ages, from infants to middle school. I have also gathered experiences with many personalities, including special needs like autism and down syndrome (my mom is a...

Recent reviews:

5.0
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 could hear her giggling and babbling all day.

Reviewed by Care member

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Mykala H.


Jacksonville, FL

$12-30/hr5 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

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I have experience working in a daycare volunteering as well as working with special needs kids with my JROTC group. I've worked with ages of 1 yrs old to the age of 12 yrs old. I enjoy coming up with creative ideas to keep the children entertained as well as being able to build relationships where I can be a fun outlet for the...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Mykayla was amazing! Definitely would recommend. She was very sweet and punctual. As well as being in time, Mykayla made my children feel comfortable with her.

Reviewed by Madison T.

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Allie W.


Jacksonville, FL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced, Gentle Nanny

4.7

(20)

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Hello families! I'm Allie, I'm 27 years old, and I've been a nanny for the last 9 years. During that time, I've worked with infants from one month up to early teens. I also have experience teaching preschool, working with special needs, and assisting with pediatric therapy. I have a gentle, creative approach with children,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Allie is the best! She was our nanny for 4 months before our baby started daycare. She has also babysat so we could have a much needed night out! Allie is always on time, communicative, respectful and so...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kathleen S.


Jacksonville, FL

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello My name is Kathleen , I am a 30 y/o Mommy to a 11-year-old girl ! I am an enthusiastic and experienced Licensed Nurse Assistant who enjoys spending time with children and the outdoors. I have over 10 years worth of childcare experience . Which includes, working with special needs, preemies, and behavioral children. I...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Ms Kathleen responded to my short noticed of needing child care and provided amazing care to my infant. She was very professional, kind, and attentive to the needs of my child. This was my first time ever using...

Reviewed by Latisha S.

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Mercy H.


Jacksonville, FL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny | Family Assistant | Team player

5.0

(2)

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Hi there! I believe in treating young ones with respect, patience, and encouraging self-value. Children are just like us in that they need to feel heard, understood and validated as they grow and learn. I have a heart and passion for helping others and bringing positivism to those around me. I'm flexible and very much a team...

Recent reviews:

5.0
What can we say about Mercy? Having her join our home and family has been a gift and a joy. She joined us when our son was 9 months old and is now moving when he's approaching 20 months. If this wasn't the case...

Reviewed by Gordon K.

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Lashall B.


Jacksonville, FL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

4.5

(6)

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I am very patient and also can deal with children with special needs. I interned for Alden road school for exceptional students for a year. I also worked at Childtime, and received training to deal with infants, toddlers, school age development. CPR and first aid certified. I love doing art projects and outdoor activities. With...

Recent reviews:

5.0
LaShall loves babies! It was obvious from the very beginning. She was so good with my twin girls and I could always trust that she had their best interest in mind. She is very talkative. It was important for me...

Reviewed by Jade S.

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Savanah E.


Jacksonville, FL

$18-28/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I work with children's of all ages and learning ability. I currently work for a company called Angels of Care, which is a PPEC for children with special needs and medical needs.

Recent review:

5.0
Savanah was fantastic as a catsitter. She showed up every day as scheduled, kept the pet area clean, and texted pictures of full food bowls and a content kitten at each visit. She's very responsive and easy to...

Reviewed by Care member

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Nakia P.


Jacksonville, FL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello, My name is Nakia, I go by kia. I am a college student who majors in Elementary Education. I like to think I have plenty of experience. I am the oldest of 12 siblings, outside of that I have nannied and babysat professionally for 10 years. I've babysat as young as new born till as old as teenagers. I have professional...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jacksonville, FL

Tonia T.

3.0

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

- Susan M.

Misty G.

5.0

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

- Care member

Cheryl A.

5.0

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

- Cathy D.

Brandon W.

5.0

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 him to do. I wish him well in all of his future endeavors.

- Karen F.

Siobhan O.

5.0

My son (18 years old autistic) had great time with Siobhan for 5 days. She managed full of activity every day with him. He truly enjoyed spending time with her. We definitely hire her again.

- Yuka S.

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Ratings for Jacksonville, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Jacksonville, FL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 148 reviews of the 206 listed special needs caregivers.