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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sheila S.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I worked all my life taking care of disabled or impaired people. I am very professional and patient. I really love what I do.

Care Member says "Sheila is a wonderful caregiver! She is very caring, trustworthy and hardworking. She has done a great job taking care of my special needs daughter "

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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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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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Erin H.

Special Needs Capable, Used To Multiples

Orlando, FL

3.7(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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 20 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
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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Kendall M.

Orlando, FL

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
As the second oldest of five, I'm no stranger to noise, fun, and keeping things lively! Currently working as a Behavioral Therapist (RBT) while pursing my degree in Event Planning Hospitality Management. I'm passionate about the outdoors, music, cooking and baking, swimming, and reading. With over five years of childcare...

Care Member says "She was on time, very fun and engaging, she brought so many toys, kept the kiddos safe and happy, and she’s just awesome! I’d definitely recommend her "

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Elizabeth P.

BABYSITTER, CAREGIVER Driver

Orlando, FL

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi!! I am Elizabeth. I'm 49. I live in Lake Buena Vista, 5 minutes from Disney Springs. I am working with care. com as a babysitter or taking care of people with special needs too. I have my own transportation and I also drive kids to and from school, activities, and medical appointments for adults too.

Care Member says "Elizabeth was AMAZING 🤩 . She was on time, trustworthy, respectful, and kept my 20 month old daughter fully cared for and busy while I was working...

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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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Lexi R.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I currently attend the University of Central Florida in hopes of becoming a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. I have always loved playing with, teaching, and caring for kids. I have 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to children up to 10. I have worked with both boys and girls, as well as those with...

Aline N. says "Alexandra was great with my children. She is very professional, reliable, caring and safe. My children adapted to her very well, she was punctual and took...

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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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Kaley C.

Fun And Caring Sitter

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kaley, I'm 21! I am a registered nurse. My experience includes: Working at a pre-school for kids with and without special needs (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy) Nannied for an 8-week-old until they went to daycare Date night babysitting for families all over Orlando Overnight babysitting at the Disney...

Elizabeth S. says "Kaley took wonderful care of our 3-month-old daughter and was attentive to her every need. She is very knowledgeable as she has a background as a...

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Destinee C.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello, My name is Destinee! I'm looking forward to working with a loving, caring family just as much as I am. I have great experience with kids from infants to 4 years old helping alongside my grandmother (former foster parent) for 9+ years. I was even a nanny for a 3-year-old child with special needs. Lastly, I LOVE animals, so...

Jasmyne K. says "Genuinely amazing. I wish I was able to keep her. With me out of work i was no longer able to afford it. My children loved her so much and miss seeing...

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  • 250 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.24/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Orlando, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 212 reviews of the 250 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.

Elizabeth P.

Elizabeth was very pleasant to have! She is amazing, kindhearted, compassionate, punctual, caring, and genuine. Not only is she punctual,...

- Riha W.

Charlsi M.

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...

- Laura L.

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