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Leya M.

Melrose, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...
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Part-time Caregiver

Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hey everyone! I'm currently a PhD student at UF pursuing a degree in sustainable development. This is my third year in a row using care. com and am a big fan of the site, I've found lots of great families to work with. I've worked with infants to teens so I have a wide rage of experience with different aged children. I've also...

Care Member says "Bailey was great! She was super responsive, always on time, and really cares for our kiddos...and we have an infant and a 13 year old with special...

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Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Currently in graduate school, Im looking for a long term placement of at least 20 hours per week. I have work across the care giver spectrum from middle school art teacher to end of life care as doula and funeral director most recently. I'm a helper at heart and working to become a chaplain. I enjoy cooking, unorthodox field...

Elizabeth O. says "Will is an amazing caregiver! He is reliable, smart, creative, and always has fun ideas for my 5 year old daughter- from gardening to baking to...

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Babysitter

Interlachen, FL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I bring magic, creativity, and gentleness to childcare. I have been working as a nanny for the past year and looking for more consistent nanny work. My childcare experience includes teaching 2nd and 4th grade art classes, teaching karate classes to 4-6-year-olds, coaching a 5-6th grade volleyball team, working at the summer...

Javier L. says "Kat was not only on time she came early to make sure she wasn't late. Very sweet with our child she came with toys to play with him while we were away....

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Child Care Experience

Gainesville, FL

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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
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.
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Supportive And Loving :)

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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UF STUDENT OFFERING NANNYING/TUTORING/PETCARE

Gainesville, FL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Current UF student here for the entire Summer! -Available for tutoring, pet care, and child care. -Also have experience with special needs pets and children -AED, CPR, First Aid and Emergency Medical Responder certified -Have my own transport with 3 seats (4 if front seat allowed)
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Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Meghan and I am an online biomedical neuroscience MS student at the University of Florida! I am striving to become a pediatric psychiatrist in the future, as I love both kids and the human brain. . I also love dogs and am happy to care for those fur babies as well. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages...
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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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Hawthorne, FL

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$15/hr
I have worked with children with disabilities in a school setting for 3 years. I worked at Kent county community school in Dover Delaware. I did all ages with different types of disabilities. I would adjust to different disabilities depending on the needs of the child. One of the best jobs I have never had!
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Fun Loving Care Giver Who Love Kids And Loves To Laugh.

Gainesville, FL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
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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Gainesville, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
I'm a sitter who has been working with children for over five years. My passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development motivates me to provide a safe and stimulating environment for them to learn and thrive. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to preteens, and I'm comfortable...
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nanny

Starke, FL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. For three years, I've dedicated myself to fostering a positive impact on young lives and supporting families by providing reliable childcare. My college degree has equipped me with a strong foundation, and I am comfortable caring for up to three children across various...
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Care Manager/Caregiver Staffing

Keystone Heights, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm available to help you. Been a mother 20 years of two girls/Aunt to many nieces/nephews. Personality: Calm, Caring, Empathetic, Offer alot of Patience & Listening, Special Needs, Seasoned Good With Challenges, Excellent Critical Thinking Skills/Understanding of all people. Love getting to know my clients and treat like...
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Nanny/Sitter

Gainesville, FL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Noelle, and I am a very kind and compassionate 26-year-old. I currently am going to school for nursing and scrub technician at Savanna State University. My certifications are medical assistant and CNA. I am also CPR and bls certified. I started off taking care of children with special needs at 16 years old...
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Experienced Nanny! (Nursing Student)

Gainesville, FL

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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a Pediatric Cardiac ICU nurse, so I have experience caring for premie/newborns to age 21. My schedule allows me to be very flexible in scheduling the other 4 days of the week. I am CPR/BLS certified, and will renew this training when necessary. Outside of nursing, I have been a babysitter for ages 0-13 since high...
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Hawthorne, FL

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$14/hr
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 3 children of my own and in 2020 I was a substitute teacher for 2 years. My first year as a substitute I worked in different schools with kids ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade, my second year I got a year long position as an art teacher for elementary school. Then in the summer of 2022 I worked for a special needs...
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Safe And Kind Sitter

Gainesville, FL

1.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Caregiving is more than just a job for me-it's something I truly love. I have years of experience working with both children, including those with special needs, and pets of all kinds. Whether it's supervising swimming and travel, providing safe and engaging play, or administering pet medication, I'm here to help with whatever...
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Gainesville, FL

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$18/hr
I'm a devoted mother to a special needs son! My experience with special needs care is deeply personal and hands-on. I understand the patience, attention, and compassion required to meet the unique needs of medically fragile children. Caring for my son has given me valuable experience in daily medical routines, therapy...
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Gainesville, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
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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  • The average post rate is $13.00/hr as of November 2025

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Melrose, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 31 listed special needs caregivers

Bailey D.

Bailey was great! She was super responsive, always on time, and really cares for our kiddos...and we have an infant and a 13 year old with...

- Care member

William H.

Will is an amazing caregiver! He is reliable, smart, creative, and always has fun ideas for my 5 year old daughter- from gardening to baking...

- Elizabeth O.

Kathryn D.

Kat was not only on time she came early to make sure she wasn't late. Very sweet with our child she came with toys to play with him while we...

- Javier L.

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