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Gwenivyre M.

Leesburg, FL

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$14/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've been sitting for nine years now and have enjoyed almost every moment of it! Being able to take a little off of a parents plate and have a fun day doing it will always be an amazing experience. I have experience with many different types of special needs children and always willing to work in a way that makes the child most...
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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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Ocala, FL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
My name is Kristen. I have a strong background in non-profit work, working with animals, and volunteering. Others have always described my personality as calm, patient, and kind. I am a mom of three boys 10, 9, and 7 years old. I have 8+ years of experience caring for a special needs child which was my job throughout my teen...
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Autism Experienced

Belleview, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a mature, non smoker kindhearted and English speaking nanny with over 10 years experience. I am a responsible, reliable, punctual, conscientious and trustworthy person. I have a proven track record of developing rapport, and relationships with children and families. I am competent to look after children of all ages,...
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Care Provider, Experience In All Ages, Special Needs Experience, Past Therapeutic Foster Parent

Leesburg, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Years of in-home licensed childcare & center based care, therapeutic horseback riding instructor including special needs of all ages, therapeutic foster parent specializing in trauma for all ages.
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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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Grand Island, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been working with kids for the past 10 years and really enjoy getting to know the whole family! I am very flexible and respectful of parent's rules and expectations. I have plenty of experience cooking and household tasks. Huge pet lover. I enjoy coming up with new activities, as well as learning from the children. I grew...
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Leesburg, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm loving reliable caring and patient. I have more than 20yrs of caring for seniors, persons with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's, mobility issues etc.. I absolutely love what I do. With me your loved ones would be safe and properly cared for.
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Summerfield, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
I started taking care of 3 special needs kids at 12 years old. I'm very experienced with Autism, ADHD, sensory processing, ETC... Shots, Insulin administration, Feeding, Changing, bathing, and much more. Anything I don't know I am very willing and ready to learn.
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Have Fun While Living Up To Your Potential

The Villages, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi My name is Deena & I moved to Florida a little more than a year ago to be closer to my family. I spent 20 yrs working for a nonprofit agency caring for adults with physical & cognitive impairments in the community living arrangements department(both as direct care & management). I then worked for 5yrs independently supporting...
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Mom With Lots Of Experience

Summerfield, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a positive energetic mom of 3, 2 have special needs. For several years I worked in daycares and senior living. I have a caregiver heart. Now, that my children are older, I'm looking to earn a little side income in addition to my day job. I am comfortable with doing errands, babysitting, light housekeeping and pet care. I am...
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Leesburg, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have a genuine passion for providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with special needs. My experience includes creating a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. I'm skilled in adapting activities to meet individual abilities and preferences, ensuring a stimulating and...
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Eustis, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
As the owner and caregiver of Saving Grace Companion Solutions, I provide dependable, compassionate, and client-centered care designed to meet each person's unique needs. My services include companionship, safety oversight, mobility assistance, personal support, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and meaningful engagement. I...
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Ocala, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello families! My name is Kalene and I am looking for families who need child care or housekeeping during the summer. I have been teaching kindergarten for 10 years now and I am off during the summer. I have experience in special needs, ESOL, and I have a toddler of my own.
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Magen H.'s Photo

Summerfield, FL

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$13/hr
Patient, caring friend here to help you or your loved one enjoy daily life. Smoke free and clean background.
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Kanita Pirraglia P.'s Photo
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$16/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Lady Lake, FL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Jessica! I'm a grad student in Speech-Language Pathology and have been babysitting my whole life. I'm looking for a family to work with for when-needed care while I'm in school. I'm comfortable with all ages/multiple children at once, great with homework help, have extensive experience with special needs, and I have my...
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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
Companionship
dementia
personal care
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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Ocala, FL

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$5/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I am CPR and first as well as state 45 hr certified in childcare. I also have a college degree in Early Childhood Education. I currently work Marion County Public Schools on the behavior team. I have over six years of experience with students with specials needs and taught Pre-k ASD as well as VPK prior. I truly believe...
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Child Care Sitter

The Villages, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I was a special needs teacher for 35 years and recently retired. I currently do respite for a few families in the Villages.
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