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Ashley R.

Kissimmee, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello parents! My name is Ashley. I'm 26 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care. I am also CPR and first aid...
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Davenport, FL

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$18/hr
My name is Sandra. I am looking for work caring for people with or without disabilities. Unfortunately, I have no practical experience, but I am ready to learn and help in any way I can. Thank you very much. God bless you.
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Certified Teacher

Kissimmee, FL

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$21/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a full time/long term substitute teacher but with the school year ending I am looking for summer work or potentially a long-term care position if it is the right fit. My bachelors degree is in agricultural education, my associates degree is in math with honors, and I have my California teaching credential. I have open...
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Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver - Supporting Individuals With Special Needs

Winter Haven, FL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I'm Jessica, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a passion for supporting individuals with special needs. With several years of experience working with Chrysalis in Utah, I've had the privilege of providing personalized care and support to individuals with a range of needs, including disabilities, mental health...
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Lakeland, FL

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$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hey there! I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor and part-time babysitter. When I lived at home I loved to help care for my 12-year-old special-needs sister. I love to cook with nutrition in mind. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping:)
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Child Whisperer

Winter Haven, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have always loved children and I have actively been taking care of children since I was young myself. I have cared for children with special needs, children with trauma, and children who just want somebody to have fun with while their parents are gone. My experience comes from being taught by my mama who ran her own daycare...
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Orlando, Fl - Companion/Dementia/Alzheimers Care/Special Needs

Kissimmee, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
- Provide compassionate and personalized care to individual in their homes - Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming - medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals - Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature - Assist with mobility and transfers,...
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello everyone, My name is Kristalyn and I am 36 years old. I have worked with a variety of different special needs. Including g tubes, autism, food allergies, assisting with bathing and feeding and more. I am currently looking into going back to school to become an RN as well. I worked with special needs adults and children...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I recently was hired to teach in Polk County. I was a paraprofessional in a kindergarten thrpugh second grade Autism unit for two years. I have learned a lot about Autism. I enjoy working with the boys in our class. I love to hear them laugh and how they make me laugh. I enjoy how they show unconditional love.
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Kissimmee, FL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Kennedy! I've been babysitting for about 3 years and have experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I also spent time volunteering in a special needs classroom and as a special needs surf instructor, which taught me patience, creativity, and how to adapt to every child's unique...
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Davenport, FL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
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 and I have memberships to most things in Nashville! Extremely detail oriented, safe, and attentive. Being a mama, I want...
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Meghan Will Work

Davenport, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I also have worked with elderly people. I have worked with special needs adults and children taken care of adults with lifting and feeding and taking shopping and too doctor appointments.
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Get To Know Me!

Davenport, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Kaleigh, I am a Southeastern University graduate with a love for working with children. I have offered my support with everything from light housekeeping, hands-on-help during outings, and much more. As well as this, I have experience with special needs and would be more than happy to offer support in any...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I've been a CNA for 10+ and I've taken care of a wide range ages and illness. I think everyone has something to offer. I enjoy what I do
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Davenport, FL

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$18/hr
Hi, my name is Barbara and I'm passionate about caring for and supporting people with dedication and kindness. I am a graduate and certified Home Health Aide (HHA), which gives me the skills to provide safe, responsible, and high-quality care. I have experience working with seniors as well as children with special needs, always...
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Caregiver

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
Because I've grown up with a special needs sister, I've grown to love caring for and spending time with people alike. I am a volunteer coach for a special Olympics tennis team and was in Best Buddies all 4 years of high school. During the summer I spend time as a camp councelor for ages 11-13.
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Home Health Aide

Lakeland, FL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
I provide care for special needs children from ages 2yrs-14yrs of age. I have also worked in a daycare with children from newborn on up, they were not special needs children, but I love working with them all. I have 9 years of experience.
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Substitute School Teacher With Many Years Of Experience

Kissimmee, FL

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$17/hr
8 years experience
I have taught special needs classes in the public school system as well as worked one on one with special needs students.
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The Magical Nanny

Orlando, FL

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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I provide a unique and personalized service for vacationing families in the Orlando, FL area with Resort in-room childcare. The adults can go have dinner, theme park time, attend a wedding, work conference and more. While the kids can have fun playing. I will arrive with a bag of age appropriate games, toys, coloring books...
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
My sister has a home healthcare company and has taught me a lot on the business and physical side of taking care of others who need extra assistance or full time care but something you can't learn is empathy and kindness and I think that's my favorite part.
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