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Helene A.

Special Needs Individuals Require A Special Caregiver

North Port, FL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have many years of experience providing care services for individuals with and without disabilities. I pride myself in providing exceptional service to every client on every visit. Please contact me to discuss how I can help make things easier for you and your loved one. Although I have worked in other fields and have held...
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Energetic, Loving, And Compassionate

North Port, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I really enjoy getting to hang out with the kiddos and make a living doing so. Each and every child is unique! When I'm not babysitting, I work with kids with autism and special needs, as a therapist. I am CPR/AED certified, and I am trained and certified in the heimlich as well. Luckily, I've never had to use it, though. I...

Kayla M. says "Such a sweetheart, my Son just adored her. It was the first time he has been left without family and she made it great for him. Very responsible and also...

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North Port, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
I am a mother of a 15-year-old bound am already feeling the pangs of the empty nest! I was all my girlfriends infant caregivers being they married so young. Then after being a stay home mother for 10 years, I kind of fell into care giving for the elderly . I'm great with older people so I'm told. I'm wonderful w/infants too. I...
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North Port, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs for many years. I have had my own private care business for over 20 years. I can work all hours.
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Mom Of A Special Needs Child. Kids Amaze Me .

North Port, FL

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$25/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi, my name's Joelle. I'm the mother of an amazing 5 yr old Autistic boy name Jaden. He keeps me on my toes and I wouldn't have it any other way. I love playing games, swimming and doing fun activities with kids. Seeing them grow is a blessing. I'm kind, patient, understanding and respectful and would love the opportunity to...
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Female, Part-Time Nanny

North Port, FL

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$18/hr
16 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been working in childcare for over 15 years. I currently work with children as a Registered Behavior Technician. I have experience with special needs, behavioral clients, dietary restrictions, and much more. I also have no problem with housework or any pets you may have!
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Early Childcare And Professional Educator

North Port, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I've owned and operated a daycare in Charlotte county for 10 years, caring for children 0 - 12 years old, including autistic and special needs children. I enjoy working with children and helping with their developmental skills. I enjoy crafts and assisting with their schoolwork. I feel its important to spend time with children...
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Special Needs / Senior Caregiver Available

North Port, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Respite care
dementia
I have personal experience with Senior care and both professional & personal experience with Special Needs care. Former State of FL LEO, left to be a SAHM of my (then) young children. Hold current CPR, First Aid, HIPAA & Med Administration certifications. I can pass ANY background check. Honest, caring, compassionate,...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

North Port, FL

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$15/hr
I am currently a pediatric dental assistant. I work with special needs kids and teenagers. I have always helped my grandparents with house work and driving them around. I have been babysitting since I was a young teen and enjoy caring for and helping others.
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Hello! My name is Caeley and I've been a licensed hairstylist for 3 years now and I'm stepping back into child care. I have experience through my salon jobs with children of all temperaments and ages. I also have previous childcare experience though care. com and family friends. I absolutely love working with children and they...
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Venice, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
I am an experienced childcare provider with a strong background in caring for children of all ages. I've worked as a nanny for children ranging from 2 to 6 years old. I also, assisted in an infant/ toddler class in a daycare setting. I hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, and have completed courses in Infant to Toddler...

Care Member says "Kim was my saving Grace! She was kind, warm, loving and treated my children like family. She was flexible and helpful in times I needed additional...

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Part Time Caregiver

Venice, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Amber! I love children and have worked with kids for years! I have worked at a preschool as the lead toddler teacher in the toddler classroom for about 5 years. I then went on to nannying for about a year until the family moved away. I am currently a Pre-k aide in a special needs classroom. I have my associates degree...

Victoria W. says "She was an amazing sitter to my son! Unfortunately we are leaving the area and can't take her with us. But my son adored her and I felt so safe and...

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Certified Educator As Your Child's Nanny

Venice, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I had been taking care of elementary school children part-time since 2003 (when they were in 1st and 3rd grade). Even then, I would take care of other children on weekends, ranging from 6 months to teenagers with special needs. Thereafter, I studied English writing/education, taught 9th graders, and earned a certification in...

Care Member says "Gabriella was amazing! Was available to help last minute on New Years Eve to watch a total of 4 children and several pets. Great with our kids, would...

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Venice, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Somer, I am a 26-year-old mom, born and raised in Punta Gorda, FL. For 2 years, I worked in behavioral healthcare as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), mostly at a residential program for adolescents (13-17) with substance abuse/behavioral/mental health issues. Currently, I am coming up on my 4 years as a...

Madeline M. says "Somer is amazing with children. She has baby sat and helped care for my daughter on numerous occasions. From the years I've had the pleasure of knowing...

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Experienced And Fun Sitter

Venice, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I currently work as a pediatric speech language pathologist in an elementary school. I have work and personal experience with children between the ages of 1-year-old to 21 years old. I have great experience with children with special needs. I am looking for a family to nanny for over the summer.
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Punta Gorda, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate honest and dedicated provider with 10 + years of experience working with children of special needs , specifically autism
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Venice, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Outgoing, flexible fun individual with love of music, sports, theatre and the arts. Career in hospitality, project management, event planning. MBA love trying new things and exploring local nature and beauty. Very organized and reliable with a strong commitment to service. Have been very involved in the lives of special needs...
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Nurturing Child Carer

Punta Gorda, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I have approximately one year's experience total caring for children, both typical and with special needs. In addition to the paid experiences of babysitting and working in a group home for developmentally disabled people, some of whom were children, I have experience caring for kids in my own family- nieces and nephews...
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Venice, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Experience with dementia, cognitive impairment, and more willing to discuss all when interviewed. I live in Venice and am flexible with days and times.
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Nurse

Rotonda West, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Have worked in hospital and 14 years in home health visits. Will do wounds, transportation, personal care, light housekeeping, good knowledge for diabetes, heart and respiratory disease, can do meals and sleep overs if needed
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  • 45 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.80/hr as of July 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in North Port, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in North Port, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 45 listed special needs caregivers

Faith B.

Such a sweetheart, my Son just adored her. It was the first time he has been left without family and she made it great for him. Very...

- Kayla M.

Kimberly F.

Kim was my saving Grace! She was kind, warm, loving and treated my children like family. She was flexible and helpful in times I needed...

- Care member

Amber C.

She was an amazing sitter to my son! Unfortunately we are leaving the area and can't take her with us. But my son adored her and I felt so...

- Victoria W.

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