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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mims, FL

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Mims, FL

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Elizabeth C.


Mims, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Special needs caregiver/Home Health Nurse

5.0

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I am a licensed practical nurse with many years experience working in a home setting. My goal is to provide the type of care I would want for myself or my loved one. In addition to caring for medical needs, I am able and more than willing to help with things around the house such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands and...
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Heather C.


Titusville, FL

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional

5.0

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9 years of paid professional experience and a lifetime of personal experience caring for varying levels of neurodiverse people. Comfortable with newborns all the way up to end-of-life care. Compassionate, considerate, empathetic, with a strong code of ethics. Hard-working and dedicated employee. Gap in employment reflects...
5.0
"We love Heather and were heartbroken when she moved out of state."

Reviewed by Laura W.

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Tabitha W.


Oak Hill, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Help For You

5.0

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I'm Tabitha-a CNA trained in CPR and full of love. Can I be the one who makes your loved one's life a little better?
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Nicole M.


Titusville, FL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

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Currently, I've been a licensed CNA for five years and I m interested in a position as a Caregiver. Furthermore, I have over three years of experience working as an independent contractor caring for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their residence. I enjoy this field of work because it is rewarding...
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Courtney M.


Oak Hill, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Caring, Encouraging, And Patient Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Courtney and I am a recent Summa Cum Laude graduate from the University of South Carolina. I am currently in a waiting period in between education. I am planning to attend Occupational Therapy school in Fall 2021 and wanting to specialize in Pediatric (specifically special needs). I have observed in a variety of...
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Kristina B.


Titusville, FL

$14-21/hr4 yrs exp

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I have experience with multiple children having a variety of special needs. I'm also able to provide a special insight into children who are autistic in particular as I have personal experience.
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Racheal G.


Edgewater, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for 32years and I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver who is CPR certified. I enjoy working with the elderly and special needs. I am 50 years old, and yes I started this career path very young. So glad I did.
5.0
"I hired Racheal for over a month now and I am very pleased with her. My husband is still active but has dementia and she works very good with him, walks with him and the dogs, bicycles with him, plays pool with...

Reviewed by Carol W.

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Hannah F.


Oviedo, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Hannah and I am looking for babysitting opportunities. I am currently working on my bachelors in human services with a concentration on youth and families. I work weekdays as a Registered Behavior Technician, working with children with disabilities. I have experience with kids as young as 6 weeks old to 18 years...
5.0
"Hannah has been such an asset to our family! My daughter absolutely loves her and she connects so well with children. You can tell she genuinely loves kids and babies!"

Reviewed by Jennifer S.

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Savannah P.


Orlando, FL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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Hello! My name is Savannah and I have been a Nanny for over 7 years. I have experience with infants to adults. My care includes those with special needs and physical disabilities. I've cared for as many as 8 kids at a time and am very well rounded in child care. I've worked with an exclusive Nanny company as well! I like to...
5.0
"Great date night Nanny! Much appreciated help!"

Reviewed by Kristin F.

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Jennifer B.


Oviedo, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Certified Teacher

5.0

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Hello! My name is Jennifer and I live with my sweet family in the Winter Springs/Casselberry area. My experience working with special needs children has come from tutoring, teaching in the public school system for 19 years, friend's children and a family I found through Care. com. . My passion is caring for and teaching all...
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Jesica F.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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First, I am very patience; I use a lot of creativity, and consistency. I assess each child s individual needs and strengths. Then I can build up strategies that will help each student with focus, stay on task, and learn to their full capabilities. Make lesson plans where all the activities are age appropriate and carefully...
5.0
"My family traveled out of town for my sons wedding and in order to attend the festivities, we needed someone to watch my 15 year old Autistic Son . You know this takes a special someone. Jesica was not good...

Reviewed by Jerome P.

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Victoria R.


Sanford, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name's Victoria and caring for children is my passion. I am currently attending Daytona State for the nursing program. Aside from my school, I recently started volunteering with the Down Syndrome Association as well. I have been babysitting for 10+ years now, and have experience caring for children with Down syndrome and...
5.0
"Victoria was awesome. She is very dependable. My 12 year old daughter loved her!"

Reviewed by Sheriann S.

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Jennifer M.


Sanford, FL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I've had a passion to care for children with disabilities since I was in high school, when I volunteered in the Best Buddies club. I also have a cousin who has autism and I enjoyed spending time with her growing up. I teach students with special needs in Orange County. I have experience working with students with autism,...
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Crystal D.


Edgewater, FL

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! I've been caregiving for babies/children for about 4 years. Prior to that I was a stay at home mom with my son, he's now in the 6th grade. I also have a daughter attending college. I do have experience with caring for more than one child at a time as well as some special needs experience. I'd love the opportunity to get to...
5.0
"Crystal has been working as my 1yo and 3yo's caregiver for over 6 months. She's become part of our family and has many strengths; she devotes her full attention to each child and gives each child what he or she...

Reviewed by Jennifer D.

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Jennifer M.


Sanford, FL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

5.0

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Hello, my name is Jennifer. I was a care giver for about two years part-time for an elderly woman that had dementia and Parkinson's as well as a caregiver for a year for an elderly man with special needs. I also used to volunteer in several nursing homes. I enjoy working with the elderly and assisting them with their daily...
5.0
"Jennifer is well educated, professional, patient, compassionate and a blessing. She didn't just try to provide basic care needs for my grandmother who had Parkinson's & dementia, Jennifer engaged her."

Reviewed by Dawn L.

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Lexi R.


Orlando, FL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, I currently attend the University of Central Florida in hopes of becoming a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. I have always loved playing with, teaching, and caring for kids. I have 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to children up to 10. I have worked with both boys and girls, as well as those with...
5.0
"Alexandra was great with my children. She is very professional, reliable, caring and safe. My children adapted to her very well, she was punctual and took the initiative to help out as soon as she walked...

Reviewed by Aline N.

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Dina K.


Oviedo, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have over 30+ years experience working with children. I have owned my own license daycare center through the state of Michigan. I worked as a para pro with special needs children in the Michigan department of public schools. I did contract work for the department of human services as a family intervention liaison. I was a...
5.0
"Dina is wonderful with my children she is kind, patient, and loving. I highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Matthew K.

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Megan B.


Titusville, FL

$12-35/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! My name is Megan. I am Navy wife and full time online college student working hard to earn my Masters Degree in Legal Studies and Psychology. In high school I worked my summers at a local YMCA and during the school year before/after school care. I also spent 3 years as a peer counselor for a local non profit for over 50...
5.0
"Megan is very sweet and has attention to detail, she always gets the job done in a timely professional manner. I would definitely hire her again."

Reviewed by Care member

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Victoria E.


Orlando, FL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/part-time Nanny

5.0

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I'm Victoria and I graduated college with a Bachelor's in health science and am applying to medical school. I absolutely love taking care of kids and seeing the world from their eyes. I have been babysitting for about 9 years. I have experience with children from new born to 16 years old. I also enjoy teaching kids. I have...
5.0
"We absolutely loved having Victoria watch our little guy during Christmas break! We were in a pinch with needing someone quickly, and she was an answered prayer. She was reliable, great with our toddler, and...

Reviewed by Dani S.

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Marsha S.


Cocoa, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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I have experience working with seniors that have various disabilities, I have worked in Assisted living facilities but prefer the one on one relationship. My experience includes but is not limited to Dementia/Alzheimers, total bed care, medication reminders, light housework, transportation to appointments, meal preparation,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mims, FL

Heather C.

5.0

We love Heather and were heartbroken when she moved out of state.

- Laura W.

Racheal G.

5.0

Racheal was an answer to our prayers while we were caring for my 59 year old brother, who had stage 4 cancer. We never could of got through the last 3 months without her loving care. She not only helped with my 80 year parents but took superior care of my brother. I would hire her in a heart beat...

- Karen D.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah has been such an asset to our family! My daughter absolutely loves her and she connects so well with children. You can tell she genuinely loves kids and babies!

- Jennifer S.

Savannah P.

5.0

Savannah watched my children as well as household pets (Dog and Cat) for the weekend and went above and beyond. The house was spotless children adore her and my pets were well taken care of. We are staying in touch!

- Marie T.

Jesica F.

5.0

My family traveled out of town for my sons wedding and in order to attend the festivities, we needed someone to watch my 15 year old Autistic Son . You know this takes a special someone. Jesica was not good ,or great , but nothing less than Phenomenal! Loving, caring , reliable, sharing and...

- Jerome P.

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