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Kristin K.

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Ocala, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
I am an Occupational therapist. I have 4 children, 3 of them are grown and on their own. I love working with people of all ages!! I have 12 + years experience in the medical field. The last 7 years in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with clients of all ages from 2-100 years old with various diagnosis including Autistic, Non...

Londa M. says "Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend."

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Ocala, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 58-year-old mother of two (daughter, 22 son, 19). I moved to Ocala in July and am now looking for permanent employment. I enjoy working with adults, seniors, children and animals. I love them all and would love to help you with care. I worked at ResCare in Newton, Kansas for a year. I passed a Level 2 background check and...

Angela M. says "I recently had hip replacement surgery and my husband works out of town, so after the first week, he had to return to work. Tricia came and helped me so...

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I Work In The School System As A Para Professional ,

Ocala, FL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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...

Jennifer O. says "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...

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Ocala, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a Registered Nurse with NICU pediatric and mother baby experience. As motivated and organized individual I pay attention to detail and the ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently while remaining dedicated to delivering compassionate care. I am a mother to two boys. I also have experience with...

Care Member says "Lisa is so caring and genuine with my son. She is a great communicator and we always call her if we need someone! "

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Certified Teacher And Social Worker

Ocala, FL

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified elementary teacher and school social worker. I have worked with children with autism and Mental illness
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Part Time Babysitter

Ocala, FL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have had experience with one child who has special needs whom I babysat when I lived in FL. He was 5 at the time and has down syndrome. He is the sweetest boy. I also have a 21-year-old cousin who has special needs as well. I love working with kids with special needs because they are so unique and always capture my heart. I am...
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Ocala, FL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Experiencia con niños con Autismo y daw síndrome. en su cuidado ayudándolos a integrarse en la vida cotidiana para su diario vivir . Integrando actividades de lenguaje Y ABA . Ellos son la razon de muchos hogares y que muchos padres no tienen esa compañía quuen lis tome de la mano para ayudarlos con sus niños azules ..
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Caring & Loving Sitter

Ocala, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a recent transplant from NJ looking for a nanny/babysitter position. I have over 12 years of experience caring for children. I started out in a daycare center, ran a summer camp, went back to a daycare center, and most recently was an in- home nanny to a family of 6 whom I miss dearly! I have worked with all ages...
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Ocala, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
All my life I have been working, providing care to people either providing customer service or care to the elderly. This is something I enjoy doing and help every one on my path to have a better life.
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Part-Time Care Giver

Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a registered nurse. I have 23 years home care experience working with special needs children and adults. I love being able to make a positive difference in a child's life.
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Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.

Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a friendly, reliable, and compassionate caregiver with a deep passion for helping individuals live their best lives with dignity and comfort. I bring years of experience working with both children and adults with a wide range of needs, including: Alzheimer's & Dementia Bipolar Disorder Cerebral Palsy Muscular Dystrophy...
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Ocala, FL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Army veteran, great cook and house keeper. Well rounded and able to learn very quickly. I am a certified nursing assistant, medical technician, CPR and first aid certified, peer support specialist, and stress and trama management certification. Special needs care giver.
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Caregiver

Ocala, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
I have grown up around individuals with disabilities my entire life. Both my parents were caregivers and when I got out of the military I decided to follow the same career path. I worked at the YMCA for about 6 months with disabled adults in a day program. In this program we assisted with meal prepping, daily living activities,...
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Ocala, FL

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$40/hr
7 years experience
Greetings! I was born and raised, and reside in Central Florida. I studied at Northwest University, Fuller Theological Seminary, and hold an Educational Specialist degree. I am pursuing a Ph. D. in Special Education with Regent University. I have experience teaching in private and public schools, from high school to middle and...
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CNA & Medication Technician. Altizimers & Dementia Experienced.

Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi . My name is Karen H . I am caring , kind , trustworthy & professional. I take great pride in working with the elderly folks . I have lots of experience coming from my 10+ years at short & long term care & rehabilitation facilities. I also have experience at assisted living , memory care units as well as lock down units that...
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CNA Asistente Medico RBT Certificado

Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Mi nombre Lissett . soy graduada de asistente medico desde 2016 y como CNA . También certificada de RBT . He trabajado con niños del spectrun Autista y Daw Síndrome..
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Ocala, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
am a Registered Nurse with NICU pediatric and mother baby experience. As motivated and organized individual I pay attention to detail and the ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently while remaining dedicated to delivering compassionate care. I am a mother to two boys. I have recently made the...
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Certified Nursing Assistant, Master In Social Work

Ocala, FL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Extensive experience working with older adults. My passion is providing compassionate care to the client and their families. Assisting each person live as comfortable and peaceful daily life in as possible. Assisting families with caregiving duties, providing knowledge and assistance when requested.
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Ocala, FL

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! I have worked with teens and adults with intellectual, mental, and physical disabilities since 2019. In 2022 I worked with residents that have traumatic brain injuries. It is a passion of mine to be able to assist others.
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Behavioral Assistant

Ocala, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with special needs for about 3 years in a group home setting. The ages were 18 and up, this job filled has it challenges but it also has it rewarding moments when your none verbal client says there first words give it may be a million tries but it happened and in those moments I know where I am meant to be.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of September 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Ocala, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kristin K.

Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend.

- Londa M.

Tricia M.

I recently had hip replacement surgery and my husband works out of town, so after the first week, he had to return to work. Tricia came and...

- Angela M.

Dawn G.

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...

- Jennifer O.

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