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Rosa F.

Polk City, FL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 10 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. Skilled in creating safe, nurturing, and engaging environments that promote growth and learning. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a strong background in patient care, housekeeping, and family...
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Nanny

Polk City, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have spent the last nine years homeschooling four siblings. I can help with Swimming , Supervision, light house cleaning, and Laundry. I have worked with children for more than 30 years, in home as well as at school as a substitute teacher. I have experience working with children with autism and many other special needs.
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Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Babysitting has always been a true passion for me as I love children. I am a nurse who also truly enjoys working alongside children. I have years of experience in babysitting from special needs, newborns to teenagers.
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Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn and grow into amazing people. I started working with kids when I was 11 years old and have been in professional settings since I was 18. In my spare time, I like to read, listen to music, and study for my college classes. One thing you should know about me is I have...
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Hello families! My name is Lauren and I have some training as a Behavioral technician, working in a school for younger special needs children. I would describe myself as the friend who enjoys keeping the kids occupied at the party! I have a lot of patience and have got pretty good at deescalating and redirecting tantrums. But...
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Experienced Mama And Outdoors Lover!

Davenport, FL

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 15 years of hands on experience and am a mama myself! I can help with cleaning the house, meal preparation, laundry, errands and pets! I love to take kiddos to museums, the zoo, and lots of outdoor fun. Extremely detail oriented, safe, and attentive. Being a mama, I want the best for your babies just like I would my own!...

Melanie M. says "We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with two rowdy...

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Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
visiting physician
I am a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) with 10+years experience senior care, special needs care, Demetia care and more. I am a Compassionate, Caring, Loving. Available 24/7.

Care Member says ""Mika" is an exeptional Caregiver for our Aunt. She was always on time with her bright and cheerful personality and gave us great peace of mind that our...

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Part Time Caregiver Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.

Kimberly M. says "Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental...

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Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 10 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping , Crafts Drop off and pick up. I have experienced with special needs kids I've worked with special needs kids for the past seven years. I have an excellent driving record I have a CDL class B. I drove school buses for 10 years and as a part-time I also hand to care...

Claudina T. says "My son and our family loves Aida! She doesn't just "watch" our 1 year old which I love. She teaches him, she meal preps and she literally gets on the...

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Compassionate And Professional PT- FT Care Giver Available Various Work Hours

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I have been in the Health Care Field for over 20 years . I have worked in various fields from facility care to private care. I have a background in Hospice and Memory Care, Rehabilitation and Therapy services, Habilitation and Special needs,, I've worked with beginning of life to end of life various needs and skill set. I am...

Care Member says "Christine is wonderful she takes good care of my mom I don’t know what I’d do without her "

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Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.

Mary F. says "Brandy was super, and made a stressful day for me more tolerable. I hired her to take me to and from a medical appointment (I was not permitted to drive...

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Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...

Care Member says "She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her...

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Special Needs And Child Care

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Family! My name is Jessica I'm 32years old and have done so much in life. I'm a wife of 13 years mom of 4 boys (16, 13, 9, and 6). I have done home health care, licensed cosmetologist, and day care worker. I also cared for a boy for 2 years who was autistic. I would love to meet with you and your family to find out if we...

Mandy W. says "She was so great with my kids they asked when she was coming back! Super friendly, kind, caring, and all the great qualities I was looking for in a...

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I Simply Love Human Beings.

Davenport, FL

5.0(0)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I was employed in the human services field for over 25 years. I was also a foster parent for children 0-20. Some of them presented with physical and/or cognitive and emotional challenges. I am kind yet firm when needed. I teach coping skills and provide assistance as needed. My rates start at $35 per hour.
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Experienced Nanny And Sitter Looking For Part Time Job.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
For over 25 years I have lived in Lakeland and worked with children and seniors providing families with dependable care.. I have raised 3 children of my own and have experience with newborn to adult including special needs. I have helped many families in the area and can provide references and a clean background and driving...

Care Member says "Lindy is fantastic! She is reliable, dependable, and trustworthy. She walks my dog twice a day and she also picks up my first grader and transports her...

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Child care provider!

Auburndale, FL

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$20/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is my greatest joy. For the past nine years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am patient, friendly, and always strive to create a safe and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow. I have...
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Kissimmee, FL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Montana Marie, I'm 20 & am so excited to meet you. I am a current college student at UCF, and a performer at Walt Disney World. I have multiple years of experience with children, including babysitting, tutoring, and instructing baby ballet classes for multiple years. It was during my time as a baby ballet...
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Davenport, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Vanessa, an experienced child caregiver with a solid background in caring for children of various ages. I'm reliable, trustworthy, and focused on providing a safe and engaging environment. With experience caring for many different types of children including special needs, I'm confident in my ability to meet their needs...
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Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Abbigail! I grew up being the neighborhood babysitter where my love for children began. I recently moved to Florida from Kansas where I was able to expand my experiences in childcare and attain a Bachelors degree in Psychology. My experience includes private nannying, being a special needs para through the...
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Davenport, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience with babysitting family members and I've babysat one of my mom's student who has special needs. I've worked at a summer camp for two years supervising 20+ kids and providing fun activities such as crafts and sports. I've volunteered at Elementary Schools before and in Extended Day programs. I am very flexible...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Polk City, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Polk City, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Danielle T.

We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with...

- Melanie M.

Michaelle C.

"Mika" is an exeptional Caregiver for our Aunt. She was always on time with her bright and cheerful personality and gave us great peace of...

- Care member

Lindy Z.

Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and...

- Kimberly M.

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