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Jasmine A.

loving mother to help with your childs special needs

Okeechobee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Jasmine and I have been working in childcare for over 9 years. In those 9 years I have worked with children with ADD, ADHD, DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS, ASTHMA, DIABETES, AUTISM, BLINDNESS/VISUAL IMPAIRMENT, DOWN SYNDROME, CEREBRAL PALSY, DEAFNESS, MENTAL ILLNESS, Mobility Challenges, Obesity, Sensory Integration...

Milo A. says "Jasmine has helped me SO much! She's eager to help, motivated, and really wonderful to spend time with."

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Tiffany P.

Okeechobee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a preschool teacher turned professional nanny! I have worked with kids of all ages (newborn-teens) for nearly 2 decades including teaching preschool for over 4 years, 2 years of teaching Montessori preschool, babysitting, nursery worker and being a live-in and live-out nanny. My experience includes over 200 DCF training...

Care Member says "Tiffany is reliable, professional, excellent with children, and an overall great person."

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Lesia W.

Okeechobee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Lesia, I have been a veterinarian nurse for over 10 years. I love what I do! I handle medication, special meals, elderly and special needs pets. Hire the best! Let me spoil and pamper your love ones.

Tonya D. says "Lesia is awesome, always on time caring and going out of her way, she is really pleasant to have her around and anybody would be lucky to have her being...

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Glinda C.

Okeechobee, FL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
I am a mother of two boys (who have left the nest). I spent many years as a single mother trying to juggle the duties of being a parent, managing a business of my own, and finding time for myself. I truly understand how hard it is to be able to do this without help! I am very dependable, trustworthy, compassionate, and I love...
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Alice M.

Vero Beach, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Alice and I have 20+ years experience working with children and young adults with developmental and behavioral challenges. I spent most of my career teaching high school special education. In the most recent years I have ran a ranch for teens and young women who have behavioral challenges and/or chemical...
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Lauren G.

Vero Beach, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 24 years old with over 10 years of childcare experience, including 4 years working in a school environment with children who have special needs. I'm patient, compassionate, and skilled in providing sensory-friendly care tailored to each child's unique needs. I also offer homework help and create a supportive, encouraging...
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Beth M.

Private Duty LNA

Vero Beach, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 25 years of healthcare experience working in nursing homes, ALFS, hospitals, and private residences. I am also experienced working with individuals with special needs. I am very passionate about my work, and my work ethic is very strong. Treat others as you want to be treated, with care, dignity and respect.
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Alison L.

Experienced Babysitter Available 5 Days A Week.

Vero Beach, FL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, I'm Ali!! I have been working with kids as far back as I can remember! I started babysitting at 11 years old and knew then that being around kids is what I want to do! I'm originally from Long Island NY and while living there I worked at a school specializing in kids with special needs. I learned so much while working...
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Penny H.

Loving, Caring Childcare Provider, Willing To Share All I Know With Your Little Ones

Vero Beach, FL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for children as well as adults who are in wheelchairs on a regular basis. Also, I have cared for children with Autism to many degrees. I had also cared for diabetic children, some with epilepsy and several other disabilities and I feel their care is as important as a children with no disabilities. I love all...
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  • 9 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.50/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 Okeechobee, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Okeechobee, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 9 listed special needs caregivers

Jasmine A.

Jasmine has helped me SO much! She's eager to help, motivated, and really wonderful to spend time with.

- Milo A.

Tiffany P.

Tiffany is reliable, professional, excellent with children, and an overall great person.

- Care member

Lesia W.

Lesia is awesome, always on time caring and going out of her way, she is really pleasant to have her around and anybody would be lucky to...

- Tonya D.

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