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Jennifer H.

Ocala, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jenn and I am retired nurse with over 20 years of experience with infants and children. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have taken care of children as young as newborns through 16 years of age, as well as special needs of all ages. I love puzzles, educational activities, arts and crafts , and all things kid...
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$16/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi . I have babysat since I was 11 years old . I'm 41 with 3 kids of my own so being a mom makes me over qualified lol. I have an 18-year-old a 13-year-old and an 11-year-old so I know how to watch babies and toddlers and what to do for them. My 13 also has high functioning autism so I definitely know how to work with kids and...
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Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
I have a certificate in Health Care Administration. I have worked foe ADEC Industries with special needs clients. I have also worked for Home Instead and done Private duty. I have also done live in care taking of Seniors from 1995 to date. I have cared for hospice clients and family as well as dementia clients. I want to do all...
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Ocala, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
companionship
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
I will care for your older and/or special needs loved one with the love and respect they deserve. I have worked in home health with the elderly and in day programs with developmentally and intellectually delayed adults. I enjoy doing crafts with them and going on outings to their favorite places, and of course providing...
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Ocala, FL

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$14/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm not certified but I had worked with the cerebral palsy company caring for adults with special needs. I have also took care of both of my parents till the end and also my mother in law for 5 years while receiving cancer treatments. I understand the difficult times families go through when they have no extra time with work,...
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Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Dedicated to making a positive impact, I bring 36 years of hands-on experience and a background as a Registered Nurse to my caregiving practice. My career began with 36 years of supporting special needs children and young adults, which fostered my patient, calm, and detail-oriented approach to care. I hold CPR Training and First...
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Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time!

Belleview, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I put my heart into everything that I do. I'm wise, respectful, and very dependable. I always provide nothing but the best care possible. From the start of high school I was a teachers aide. I dedicated my time each morning before school mentoring children who had failed the FCAT. After high school, I moved on to doing special...

Mary M. says "Heather is a responsible young adult, with much compassion and empathy for others."

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Experienced Special Needs Provider Available Full-Time

Belleview, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I put my heart into everything that I do. I'm wise, respectful, and very dependable. I provide the best care possible. From past experience, I have taken care of children with special needs (O. D. D., Autism, Bi-Polar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, and A. D. D./A. D. H. D.). I have also taken care of children in...
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Weirsdale, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
home modification
+ 1 more
Nurturing others and witnessing their growth and healing is my greatest passion, a calling inspired by my desire to share kindness while I uphold biblical moral values. I provide a patient, calm, and imaginative environment for ages newborn through 12. My background includes working with special needs children and adults as well...
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Ocklawaha, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I am a 39-year-old mother of 2 teenage children and a former foster parent (taking a break). I am currently a substitute teacher, so my schedule is flexible however fills up quickly. I have experience in homeschooling as I have had a few foster children who benefited from homeschooling until they reached their age/grade level...
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Special Needs

The Villages, FL

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$15/hr
I was a special education teacher for 35 years in Massachusetts. I've worked with a wide range of disabilities, from severe to moderate disabilities and of all ages.
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Care Provider

The Villages, FL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
visiting physician
I am currently getting my Master's in Social Work. I also have a had an internship in a Nursing home/residential facility. I have had experience caring for individuals with special needs.
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Caring Compassionate

Summerfield, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
As time as a caregiver for 20 plus years I have been in alot of scenarios. Hospital, nursing homes, assisted livings, and homecare. As being trained at a vocational school we trained with all age groups with all different types of disabilities. I am located in Summerfield Florida. Married with no kids. My schedule is very...
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Direct Support Professional

Oxford, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello I have been working with Developmentally delayed children for 15 years. I create a safe, fun loving and creative environment and make sure all of their needs are being met. I assist children with social developmental skills, toileting, administer meds, transport to community activities. I take the COVID protocol seriously.
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Senior Care Provider

The Villages, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
respite care
I was a special needs teacher for 35 years, I'm patient and reliable. Helping the elderly is rewarding and wonderful. I want families to know their loved ones are in good hands. I am CPR and AED certified.
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Part-Time Nanny

The Villages, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
My name is Autumn and I graduated in 2017 with a BA in Psychology from Cabrini University. After graduation, I decided to pursue my field of work and became a Therapeutic Staff Support worker for about 1. 5 years. I have experience working with special needs children at a variety of different ages. I am an energetic, caring and...
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Very Experienced Special Needs, Pets And Children Of All Ages

Summerfield, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, My name is Jade, I'm 26 years old, I started babysitting when I was 11 years old watching 3 special needs children with my grandma. I watched them every weekend for about 5 years, Since then I have watched children from many different families. I love all animals and I am able to care for them as well as any light housework...
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Citra, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 19 years experience with special needs. I am experienced with G tube care and feedings, NG tubes, feeding pumps, nasal suctioning, oxygen use and daily care. I have used a Hoya lift and shower chair. I am extremely patient and caring. I can also administer nebulizer treatments, do blood glucose monitoring, and give...
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Happy Helper

The Villages, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I have well over 29 years of experience with all kinds of health care needs from children to special needs to seniors. I have worked in hospital settings to group homes and homes. I have Knowledge with many illnesses, some of them are dementia, epilepsy, tbi. I have been trained to work with a lot of medical equipment as well. I...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of August 2026

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

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