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43 special needs caregivers are listed in Palm Coast, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Palm Coast, FL

Lorraine comes from years of experience with kids, and we are glad to have her with us. She is a great help with our kids after school and

Review for Lorraine K. by Lora L.

Cathy is wonderful, cares about my daughter, and also goes above and beyond! So glad to have her support. She's wonderful with our two

Review for Catherine R. by Kelley H.

Kathryn was fantastic! On time and flexible when our evening went on later than expected. Excellent with our 18 month old son right off the

Review for Kathryn N. by Lacey M.

Special needs caregivers in Palm Coast, FL

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Lorraine K.


Palm Coast, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Reliable, Dependable Mom Of 3 Grown Sons, Available FT/PT

4.8

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Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood

I love being around children, which is why I have made it my career after raising my own 3 sons with 25 years of experience. I'm a mature, dependable, reliable, and pet-friendly caregiver with experience in special needs. My oldest son was a 2-pound preemie and today is a home case worker with a Masters degree specializing in...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"All it took was one visit for my kids to fall in love with Lorraine. Lorraine is super helpful and very flexible. I highly recommend calling Lorraine if you're looking for a responsible, punctual, and caring babysitter."

Ali O.

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Catherine R.


Palm Coast, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Experienced Mom & Professional Care Giver Available To Care For Your Child.

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver my entire life. I am a diverse care provider; extensive Child Care experience, includes special needs, my son is on the Autism Spectrum. I 've cared for many children over the past 30 years, nieces & nephews, neighbor's kids, & recent child care jobs. I have an adult son, who recently attended Daytona...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine really made me feel comfortable with leaving my 2 year old son in her care. She updated me very frequently throughout the day which I greatly appreciated. My son seemed to have a good time with her and he seemed comfortable with her."

Kelsie D.

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Kathryn N.


Palm Coast, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Artist With A Passion For Children

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My last family was amazing and I was very sad to go, but we had a great six years! When I started they had one Infant, by the end we had two big kids and a toddler. I grew up in Germany where I started taking on babysitting jobs in high school then went full time after college I have cared for as young as 3 weeks old up to 6...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn was fantastic! On time and flexible when our evening went on later than expected. Excellent with our 18 month old son right off the bat. Very sweet and engaging and will definitely use her again in the future!"

Lacey M.

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Lorraine K.


Palm Coast, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced In Special Needs

I'm a mature mom of 3 sons, my oldest was a 2 pound preemie with a medley of developmental delays and a diagnosis of high functioning autism . He has since graduated college with a 4. 0 GPA and received his masters in special education and is now working with children with autism. I have since worked with many special needs...
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Ashley C.


Palm Coast, FL

$13-15/hr2 yrs exp

I'm Open For Part-time And Full-time

I babysat most all of my life also I I went to school and graduated for medical assistant. Here are the experience I have. Giving injections Lab testing/ phlebotomy Patient education Room preparation Supplies management Taking and recording vital signs Filling paper work Bathing Feeding Giving medication oral.
I was previously a special needs teacher back in Palm beach. I genuinely have a love for all kids like no other, but especially for children who are special needs. They each are very unique no matter what they are diagnosed with. I can't imagine a world without a special type of love.
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Leah D.


Palm Coast, FL

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Your Loved Ones

Hello name is Leah, For over the past 20yrs , I have worked with both children and adults on all spectrums. I've worked for an agency across long island and with a small team manage and advocate for 24 individuals with developmental disabilities. it was a real blessing to work with them. I've also work in private home care...
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Cheryl R.


Palm Coast, FL

$16-21/hr

I Am A Licensed Nail Tech

Are you too sick to get out of your house to do your nail care ? Worry no more skinalogy Beauty Lounge will come to you . Pamper those hands and feet with our experience tech. Rest assure you will feel relax while we massage those ache feet .
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Margaret L.


Palm Coast, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Assistant

I have over 10 years of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant worked in preschools and outpatient clinics.
Hello, My name is Maritza and I am a Palm Coast resident of 4 yrs. I lived in Stamford CT for 25+ years and am hoping to start a new chapter here in FL. I prefer speaking Spanish, but am very capable of communicating in English. 3 years working with seniors in Alzheimer's and Dementia state and in decline Hospice care. . I...
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Flavia D.


Palm Coast, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Flavia I'm from Brasil, I'm LPN in Brasil with 14 years of experience in NICU, after I moved to US I started working homecare taking care adults and kids w/ special needs, I worked in Advent Health hospital 3 years and I have a lot experience in ER. I just graduated LPN in US and a look for a great opportunity....

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been in childcare for about 10 years now. I was a pre-k teacher's assistant, a twos teacher & have babysat for around 20 families. I am experienced with kids with autism, epilepsy, Down syndrome and other special needs. I have worked with all ages from 0-14 but like working in early child care the best. I pride myself in...
Amelia can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Mia P.


Palm Coast, FL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Child Caregiver

I have a large family, including eight children, ages ranging from 29 years old to 4 years old and two special needs grandchildren, and I have worked with special needs kiddos as a paraprofessional in a Junior High classroom. I believe that good relationship is the key to raising happy, healthy, well-adjusted children to...
Mia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Letty N.


Palm Coast, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 42-year-old responsible educated and dependable woman who taught CCD to primary school kids, introductory piano lessons, and mentored at elementary middle and high school on career day through the veterinary profession. I was also a big sister for two years through the non-profit program of Big Brothers Big Sisters of...
Letty can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as caring and thoughtful, and very optimistic. I started working with kids the day my brothers were born! I am one of 6 and I babysat my 4 brothers all the time, but I also have years of babysitting experience outside of my own family (I am happy to provide references). I have my own 4 children, one...
Jean can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Jessica G.


Palm Coast, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Extraordinaire

Hi! My name is Jessica. I am new to Palm coast and am relocating to be closer to family. I am a 2007 Early childhood graduate. I have 20 yrs experience working with children of all ages. I have experience with twins, special needs and a preschool setting ages 6mos and up. I am very patient, friendly, creative, fun and reliable....
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I'm 45 years old, married with 2 adult children. In TN I worked as a special needs teacher assistant for 14 years. I also helped my mother in law take care of my father in law. I'm very patient, compassionate, caring and would love to have the opportunity to help take care of your loved one. I love to cook, so I could help...
Elza can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Eleanor W.


Palm Coast, FL

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! I am now resided permanently in Florida and actively looking for a permanent position plus date nights. As a nanny I have 25+ years experience in childcare for infants up through adolescence to early teens. I was First Aid/CPR certified. I have experience with special needs children. During my college years, I...
Eleanor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ellie is very caring and patient. She took care of our four-year-old for seven months during the school year and is only stopping because of our summer travel. She is great with engaging him in many ways; they do all sorts of arts and crafts activities, go to the...

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I have been a caregiver for children with special needs for almost 20 years and for memory care seniors. I am new ish to the area but grew up in Washington state out on the country where I raised all sorts of critters so lots of experience there as well. During my many years as a caregiver for children I was a full time nanny...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Sara D.


Flagler Beach, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With A M.Ed. In Special Education

Hello! My name is Sara. I am a Special Education Teacher from Pennsylvania who received my B. S. in Early Childhood Education and my M. Ed. in Autism Education from Temple University. I have spent the past two years living in Seattle working at an alternative placement school for autistic students with challenging behaviors. I...

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Ratings for Palm Coast, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Palm Coast, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews of the 43 listed special needs caregivers.