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Renee B.

Care Giver

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
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Abbie H.

Compassionate Caregiver

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children for close to 30 years. I have always loved children. I grew up babysitting from age 11 and have always loved being around children. I love helping them learn and explore their creative side through arts and crafts, drawing, etc. I really enjoy getting them outside and keeping them active as I feel...

Care Member says "Abbie was fantastic. My pup needed some special care while I was out of town and I couldn’t have asked for a better person. She was very caring and...

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Katherine T.

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I live in Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages/ children on spectrum levels. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few years I provided Home Health Care...

John K. says "I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping,...

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Gloria I.

Part-Time Nanny Available

Ocoee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Gloria, I'm a grad student in being a midwife and have experience with being a Nanny the past three years. I have 8+ years of experience babysitting and nannying children ranging from one year to teens. My past job was for a family of two girls. I am creative, flexible, and love to be active, have some experience with...

Care Member says "Gloria is compassionate, kind and strong. A great sitter to my three kids. "

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Ashley S.

Apopka, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
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Tricia A.

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...

Theresa F. says "Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical...

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Kathleen K.

Bring Back The SMILES And Laughter. It's Healing.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Kathleen here! I am here to spread the word. These words are: There are still good people. The world in which we live can be incredibly unpredictable. So instead, lets focus on certainty. You are here looking for a compassionate, faithful and dedicated person to be present with a loved one. To speak up for your loved one. To...

Dawn R. says "Kathleen was super sweet, we connected right from our first meeting. Kathleen was very responsive and kept in touch during the night we hired her and she...

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James H.

Part-Time, As-Needed Childcare Provider

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is James and I am 26 years old. Prior to moving to Florida I worked at an inclusion daycare with children who had varying levels of sensory processing disorder and other delays. I moved to Florida in August of 2017 and did a College Program for 9 months. I worked at a childcare center for kids of cast members for...
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Pamela S.

Experienced Caregiver

The Villages, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver. I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc. I am able to do...

Care Member says "Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "

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Gabriela B.

Nanny/Babysitter With A Flexible Schedule! (Bilingual)

Ocoee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 6 years of experience in babysitting and tutoring. I've cared for children from ages 2-12, tutored for kids age 6-12, and also have experience with children of special needs. In my experience I've found that child care is one of the most rewarding jobs and has such a special place in my heart!

Kacey M. says "Gaby was such great help on date nights! She has such fun and active ways of keeping the kids entertained that they kept asking me to have a playdate with...

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Tasha M.

Special Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Wendy M.

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye! As a mom to a wonderful 19-year-old son, I know firsthand how important it is to find a caregiver who is nurturing, patient, and engaging. My experience in caregiving includes working with children of all abilities, as well as providing companionship to special needs...

Tember B. says "Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look...

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Jill D.

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked in field of elderly care and special needs for 18 years professionally. I am extremely reliable and I pride myself on accountability. I am huge fan of open communication and trust... Please reach out for a meet and greet to see if I would be great asset to your family's needs...

Carolyn B. says "Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty....

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Erika A.

Registered Behavior Technician

Orlando, FL

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Erika and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with 3 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I started out in a child care facility, then transferred to a group home setting working with children with developmental disabilities, im now a registered behavior technician working with...

Care Member says "Erika was very kind and patient with my kiddo. He enjoyed her. She communicated well prior her schedule "

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Donna P.

Part-Time Caregiver, Educational Therapist, Or Combination Nanny/Tutor

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
All my life since High School, I have worked for special needs families, either as a caregiver, a camp leader, a peer tutor, a Big Sister, a classroom aide, teacher, tutor, or diagnostician. I find that the unique pattern of strengths and needs that these children possess help reflect how the world treats them, and when we treat...

Isabel G. says "Donna was a trusted tutor for A. She worked with A. daily as A. struggled through a difficult curriculum at a private school. When she started with A....

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Gail W.

Here To Help Because I Care

Sanford, FL

3.7(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, From childhood to adulthood I have cared for those with special needs including but not limited to, major heart defects, asthma, diabetes, MD & MS. I have worked in an assisted living facility, and provided in-home care to children and adults with learning, mental, and physical disabilities. My children grew up playing...

Lindsay R. says "Gail has watched my two special needs sons. She was dependable, trustworthy, and very professional. She took very good care of the children and left the...

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Pilar G.

Full Time Caregiver And Home Health Aide

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
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Wendy M.

Attentive Caregiver With Special Needs Background

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have over seven years of experience supporting adults with special needs in leading independent, fulfilling lives. I provide compassionate assistance in the home, including cooking, cleaning, personal care, and medication reminders, as well as accompany individuals to...

gayle C. says "Is a very special caregiver that always takes time to listen and always provides wonderful care and friendship! My son Matthew and I think she is the...

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Gail W.

Hello! I'm Here To Help. Please Tell Me How Can I Assist You?

Sanford, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Gail! I am a mature adult who has raised four children into respectable adults. I've cared for other people's children and aging parents throughout the years. I've cared for infants, twins, a child with a brain tumor. Also, adults with Alzheimer, strokes and other special needs adults & children. I've worked at...

Care Member says "Gail has been such a wonderful and reliable babysitter for my three young kids! My kids look forward to her visits and my youngest immediately climbs...

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Elizabeth A.

Army Wife Seeking Baby Sitting Jobs

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
If you need an experienced caregiver, I'm you're girl! I've undergone the Red Cross Babysitting program, and I love working with kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples, newborns, and special needs. For the last 3 years, I worked for a family adventure cruise in Panama City Fl. I grew up closely with cousins who...

Erica D. says "Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!"

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.83/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Mount Dora, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Mount Dora, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Abbie H.

Abbie was fantastic. My pup needed some special care while I was out of town and I couldn’t have asked for a better person. She was very...

- Care member

Katherine T.

I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care,...

- John K.

Gloria I.

Gloria is compassionate, kind and strong. A great sitter to my three kids.

- Care member

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