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Laquisha E.

Experienced Special Needs Personal Assistant

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with people of all ages with special needs. I have over 20 years of experience.

Rhonda L. says "Laquisha was wonderful. She worked hard, anticipated what needed to be done, and was professional as well as extremely personable. If she hadn't moved, we...

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Meghan C.

Part Time Special Education Caregiver

Orlando, FL

4.3(1)
from
$16/hr
6 years experience
I'm currently a special education teacher for children with emotional disabilities. I teach grades K-3 at a special needs school. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners!! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development-academic, social, language, and motor-is a challenge that I am honored to...

Ashley C. says "That she is great with kids and can help your children out with school and other things."

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Tasha M.

Special Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Courtney J.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Families, my name is Courtney. I'm currently a VPK-Paraprofessional in Hillsborough County Schools. I have also worked as a ESE Associate in the Pinellas. County Schools district. I'm in school at the University of South Florida majoring in Criminology with a minor in Applied Behavior Analysis. I have 7 years experience...

Joyce C. says "Courtney is absolutely amazing. For the first time in two years I was able to comfortably leave my child in the care of someone that I knew would be able...

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Meredith S.

Part-time Care Giver Available (loving And Enthusiastic)

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Experience starting at a young at: -Started with babysitting a family for many years that had a super smart little boy that had been diagnosed with Autism. -Interest continued as I volunteered every Saturday at Miracle Field. A baseball field that was solely made to help kids with special needs learn how to play baseball and...
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Lidia D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of a grown daughter, age 28. She is totally blind with Autism, so I am very familiar with children in the special needs spectrum.

Michelle B. says "Lidia responded quickly, listened with interest about my special needs son and was flexible and accommodating with all of the special and cumbersome...

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Taylor M.

State Worker

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with individuals who have a Mental and physical disability. I have work with all ages and all condition.
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Elizabeth P.

Care Of Elderly People

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, I am Elizabeth, 49, I have with experience with elderly people because my dad has Parkinson, arthritis, visual problems and others, my mom has Alzheimer. So, I have the experience for help people like my parents. I have a lot of patience and love to give. I am a very easy going person and I would like to help you.

Riha W. says "Elizabeth was very pleasant to have! She is amazing, kindhearted, compassionate, punctual, caring, and genuine. Not only is she punctual, but she was early....

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Charlsi M.

Part-Time Caregiver

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I am a 22-year-old online college student looking for occasional babysitting in the area and I would love to help your family! I am currently a cast member at Walt Disney World as Children's Activities Host and I also have 4 years of full time nanny experience from infants to 3 years old. I have babysitting experience as...

Laura L. says "Charlsi is very reliable, and always went above and beyond to be flexible around our family's needs. She is very caring and patient, and brings positivity...

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Barbara G.

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
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Maria Lourdes S.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I'm 60 years old, living in Orlando FL. I'm a CNA for over 10 yrs. Originally from Orange county CA at Huntington Beach. I'm over a yr in Orlando. I work at Assisted Living Brookdale AL, Palm Garden AL, and recently working at Somerby AL at Lake nona.

Elizabeth P. says "Maria helped us at the very last minute with our two children during school break. She was extremely sweet and actively sought to help tidy our house....

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Erin H.

Special Needs Capable, Used To Multiples

Orlando, FL

3.7(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm the proud owner of 2 dogs and a cat. I love anything creative or that gets my hands working. I'm an avid reader and eager to learn. I also currently and have previously cared for multiple families with autistic and medically complicated children. I grew up working part time helping my grandmother with her in-home daycare....

Natalie S. says "Although my family did not end up hiring Anne, I had a very lengthy interview with her for a full-time nanny position. She was very knowledgeable and I...

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Kayla F.

Friendly & Fun Musical Nanny, Theme Park/Resort Caregiver, And Pet Sitter!

Orlando, FL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Kayla, and I've been sitting children ages Newborn-12 years for over 10 years, including twins, minor special needs, and large families. I graduated MFA Musical Theater, and I can't wait to share my passion of singing, dancing, and acting with your family! I'm CPR/AED certified, and rated in the top 1% of...

Care Member says "Kayla is amazing! She goes above her expectations, is punctual, and my kids loved her! She even took initiative and made cookies with them, and did...

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Samantha A.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience
I have been nannying and babysitting for families for over 4 years now. I have a 12-year-old Down Syndrome brother so I am very familiar with taking care of and working with kids that have special needs. I work at a special needs aftercare school and I love working with all different ages of kids! I am a student athlete as a...

Amy B. says "Samantha is a very loving and kind person. Being an athlete all of her life,Sam is very punctual, dedicated, and an excellent team player. Sam would...

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Courtney J.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Courtney, and I'm based in Orlando, Florida. I bring over 20 years of experience working with children, including 10+ years of dedicated experience caring for children with special needs. I hold an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor's degree in Criminology. I'm currently pursuing my...

Joyce C. says "Courtney J. is the babysitter I chose. She is wonderful with my 10 year old son who is a very difficult child. So glad to have found her. I hadn't been...

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Cecilia N.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Ceci and I am 22 years old. I love working with kids because I'm in college studying to be a teacher! I've wanted to be a teacher since I was younger and love children. I feel that the babysitters I had when I was younger helped me become the person I am today and I hope to give every child I babysit that same...

Shana S. says "Ceci is kind, fun and engaging! She plays with the kids and is also able to handle the meltdowns and attitudes of 3 and 7 year olds. She doesn't leave the...

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Sarah H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love taking care of children and growing them to be their best selves. I nannied for two girls ages 4 and 7 while their dad was deployed and their mom was going through cancer treatments. I lived with the family when needed, home schooled the girls, cared for them when they got sick, cooked meals, got them ready for the day,...

Bethany P. says "Sarah was very much a loved & adored nanny! She will always be part of our family! Sarah loves people deeply. She is a mother hen, taking good care of...

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Melanie N.

Fun & Committed :)

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey, my name is Melanie and just to start off. I am also Christian love Jesus with my whole heart unapologetically! I've gotten multiple job opportunities off of Care. com, personal connections and even some groups. Something's about me is, I'm currently completing my last year as a worship intern at the church I attend. As well...

Care Member says "In the 4 months we have known Melanie, she has quickly become an extension of our family. Melanie started nannying our [then] 5.5 month old and eased...

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Cara F.

Friendly, Reliable And Experienced Caregiver

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there! I have 9+ years of experience in childcare including nannying, daycare, tutoring, and 2 years in ABA as a registered behavior therapist. I currently work full-time as a special needs Care Manager but am available for one-time weekend babysitting jobs in my area.

Theresa W. says "My two kids love Ms. Cara, and they always look forward to the fun times they have with her. She is also very attentive to helping my 6 year old...

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Hannah M.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Hannah and I have always had a passion for childcare and early development. I just recently moved back home here to Orlando to start college. Previously, I cared for my baby step sister since she was 4 to 10 years old. I have been CPR and First AID certified in the past, just can't afford to renew currently. I...

Care Member says "Hannah is very diligent, responsible, and kind!"

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  • 256 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.29/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Orlando, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 190 reviews of the 256 listed special needs caregivers

Laquisha E.

Laquisha was wonderful. She worked hard, anticipated what needed to be done, and was professional as well as extremely personable. If she...

- Rhonda L.

Meghan C.

That she is great with kids and can help your children out with school and other things.

- Ashley C.

Courtney J.

Courtney is absolutely amazing. For the first time in two years I was able to comfortably leave my child in the care of someone that I knew...

- Joyce C.

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