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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sanford, FL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Sanford, FL
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
From childhood to adulthood I have cared for those with special needs including but not limited to, major heart defects, asthma, diabetes, MD & MS. I have worked in an assisted living facility, and provided in-home care to children and adults with learning, mental, and physical disabilities. My children grew up playing...
5.0
"Gail has watched my two special needs sons. She was dependable, trustworthy, and very professional. She took very good care of the children and left the house in better shape than it was when she arrived! I trust my children in her care and would definitely...
Lindsay R.
Gail W.
Sanford, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Here To Help. Please Tell Me How Can I Assist You?
5.0
(19)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Gail!
I am a mature adult who has raised four children into respectable adults. I've cared for other people's children and aging parents throughout the years. I've cared for infants, twins, a child with a brain tumor. Also, adults with Alzheimer, strokes and other special needs adults & children. I've worked at...
Gail can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Gail was great with my newborn, highly recommend her. She's a kind person and will take good care of your little ones"
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Rebekkah Nicole R.
Sanford, FL
$24-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Bekkah! I have 10+ years of experience working with neurotypical kiddos and kids with autism and other special needs diagnoses. I have a nack for helping all types of kids feel comfortable enough to have tons of fun! I promise to make any time with me, a good experience!
Rebekkah Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Bekkah is absolutely wonderful with our 3 year old and 1 year old boys. My son was just asking if she is coming over the other day, because he loves to play with her. She’s reliable and is great with my boys. She’s also great at updating me/us when she is sitting....
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Maria B.
Sanford, FL
$40-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a dedicated mom of three. My oldest daughter is 15, my youngest daughter is 13, and my son is 12. My son was diagnosed with autism at the age of 2. Over the years, I developed a deep understanding and compassion for individuals with special needs. My heart is truly in helping others.
I'm patient, easygoing, and...
Alyssa R.
Sanford, FL
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am currently a student at USF studying to be a speech therapist. I have experience working as a CNA at a PPEC for about a year. At this job, I assisted nurses in caring for children with various medical needs. I performed tasks such as feedings (either by mouth or Gtube), taking vitals, interacting...
Ciara S.
Sanford, FL
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a current student teacher in an elementary functional special education classroom. I plan to teach in a similar classroom once I graduate. I have experience with autism, Down Syndrome, other medically complex disabilities, ADHD, and behavior issues in kids of a variety of ages and I love working with them!
Hello, my name is Justine. I am an experience child care provider and educator with many years of experience with children as young as 3 months old to 18 years old. I have worked closely with Children and teens with special needs providing care and cognitive and sensory activities. Please reach out if you are interested in any...
Additional skills include light cleaning, schedule sorting, special needs care, in the day or night !
Irie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I love working with children, especially infants. I have over 10 years experience working with infants and toddlers. I have two school age children of my own. I have taken my CDA and have my First Aid and CPR training. I have some past medical experience and have also worked with two infants with special needs. I am looking for...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Essence V.
Sanford, FL
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am a Registered Behavioral Technician with 2 years experience working one on one with Autistic and special needs children. I love my job and I'd love to be able to continue making a difference on the weekends!
I'd describe my personality as charismatic
I like working with kids because seeing them grow and evolve into...
Essence can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Current availability:
Weekdays after 4 p.m. & weekends.
Hello, there! I'm Kadie.
I'm a 31-year-old newly-wed who recently relocated to the Sanford Area from Tampa.
I have previous experience as a full time nanny/ personal assistant/ home manager as well as experience with special needs children in a classroom setting.
My...
Kadie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Jazmin G.
Sanford, FL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced caregiver with a passion for helping children with special needs thrive. Known for my reliability, kindness, and friendly demeanor, I bring patience and understanding to every interaction. Committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those I care for.
I am a Christian and a mom of Twins.
Maria B.
Sanford, FL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm a dedicated mom of three. My oldest daughter is 15, my youngest daughter is 13, and my son is 12. I was a stay at home mom for about 10 years. We love theme parks, our pets, the beach, and going to the movie theater.
I have a degree in Elementary Education and three years of teaching experience in the 3rd grade.
I...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Diana B.
Sanford, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable, Experienced, Caring & Passionate Childcare Provider
Hello. I am an educated, responsible, &full of energy mother who LOVES children! I have +30 yrs. of experience working w/children & work well w/all personality types. I also have a lot of experience w-special needs children.
Qualifications:
*Victim's Advocate for Robbery & Homicide, SVU & Investigations (Clay Co. Sheriff's...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a very compassionate nanny/caregiver with many years of experience I am well qualified to work in this position. I possess proven skills and drive to care for patients in their homes.
5.0
"Gaia has a caring and outgoing personality and genuine desire to help the person she is working with/for. She is quick to pick up on any new skills needed, the routine, and she is organized and self motivated. She helps our family with our son, who has special...
Victoria R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a passionate tutor/ educator who loves being able to help children reach their full potential. I truthfully believe that with love, patience, and perseverance anything can be possible.
In my profession as a teacher, I get to find creative ways to spark curiosity and enhance emotional, social, and academic learning by...
5.0
"Every time Claudia babysits, the kids are so excited to see her. She is experienced, kind, and very dependable. She is also a great communicator, and she has been very flexible with my schedule. I will definitely continue to work with Claudia for my childcare...
Kelly R.
Katherine T.
Longwood, FL
$27-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I live in Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages/ children on spectrum levels. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few years I provided Home Health Care...
5.0
"I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping, shopping, etc.) Awhile ago I blew out my back and was laid up for a short period. The burden of daily chores was...
John K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there, my name is Dajeé (Dah-zhay), a college graduate and former full-time engineer. I currently own a residential & commercial cleaning and organizing business.
Over the past eight-plus years, I've cared for various age ranges, personalities, and special needs (Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and more). I've had varying...
Dajee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"We hired Dajee as our housekeeper and nanny on certain days and we were pleasantly surprised. Our children love her, and that is not easy with a teenager. She is very flexible and able to switch her schedule to accommodate our hours on many occasions. She has gone...
Erin W.
Kandi Y.
Deltona, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistant / Loving, Mature And Experienced. PART TIME
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
LPN for 24 years and mother of 6: NSG home and private duty experience . Looking for baby sitting, pet sitting, assisting people with ADLS and shopping and preparing meals with light housekeeping.
5.0
"Kandi is terrific! Besides being dependable and punctual, she is so caring. Kandi was willing to learn new things and always went above and beyond what was asked of her. My son loved spending time with her and we always felt confident that he was well taken care...
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I've worked in childcare for four years and I love my job! I'm a graduate school student working on my Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree. I'm very patient and understanding of every child's needs. I also have lots of experience working with large groups of children and children with special needs.
Malikiya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malikiya kept our 2 year old son on relatively short notice. She was gentle, soft-spoken, sweet and engaging. I loved the mood I found my toddler in when I came home from work. He seemed content, relaxed and like he really enjoyed his day playing Duplos and reading...
Gentry M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sanford, FL
Gail W.
5.0
Gail has watched my two special needs sons. She was dependable, trustworthy, and very professional. She took very good care of the children and left the house in better shape than it was when she arrived! I trust my children in her care and would definitely recommend her to others needing care of...
- Lindsay R.
Gail W.
5.0
Gail has been such a wonderful and reliable babysitter for my three young kids! My kids look forward to her visits and my youngest immediately climbs into her lap (he’s usually super shy). She’s supportive and respectful of our parenting style and our schedules. She’s great at communicating and is...
- Care member
Rebekkah Nicole R.
5.0
Bekkah is absolutely wonderful with our 3 year old and 1 year old boys. My son was just asking if she is coming over the other day, because he loves to play with her. She’s reliable and is great with my boys. She’s also great at updating me/us when she is sitting. I know when she is around the kids...
- Care member
Gaia B.
5.0
Gaia has a caring and outgoing personality and genuine desire to help the person she is working with/for. She is quick to pick up on any new skills needed, the routine, and she is organized and self motivated. She helps our family with our son, who has special needs, and helps balance our family...
- Victoria R.
Claudia T.
5.0
Every time Claudia babysits, the kids are so excited to see her. She is experienced, kind, and very dependable. She is also a great communicator, and she has been very flexible with my schedule. I will definitely continue to work with Claudia for my childcare needs.
- Kelly R.
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Ratings for Sanford, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Sanford, FL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.