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80 special needs caregivers are listed in Tallahassee, FL

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Tallahassee, FL

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Monica L.


Tallahassee, FL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Helper

5.0

(3)

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I am a wife, mother and teacher. I have worked several years with special needs children and would like to help your family if it is a match.

Recent review:

5.0
My daughter's room was messy and disorganized. Monica came in and organized and cleaned the whole room. It looks like a completely different room. Monica did a excellent job and I highly recommend her.

Reviewed by Jackie O.

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Taylor A.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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I love disability care and am always up to the occasion. I am on time, reliable and have a flexible schedule. I am outgoing and patient. I am kind and empathetic. I am taking classes to further my disability education to become better in the field.
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Monica R.


Tallahassee, FL

$20-30/hr

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have professional experience as a nanny, doula, and caregiver. I am a mature, active person who can be trusted with your loved one. I am available for overnights from time to time.

Recent review:

5.0
We hired Monica as our postpartum Douala and we wanted to hire her for child care as well but she was already working for another family. I am very grateful to Monica for her service as my postpartum Douala....

Reviewed by Kailey V.

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Makiya S.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I have 5+ years in tutoring and caregiving children with special needs including but not limited to: learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, muscular dystrophy, etc. I am currently in the Applied Behavior Analysis Master's program at Florida State University where my clinical assistantship is...
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Petra M.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring and Dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/ Foreign Language Tutor/ Translator

5.0

(1)

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During the past years, I have provided care for my Dad afflicted with Parkinsons, a friend with breast cancer and a family member diagnosed with brain cancer. I am multi-lingual and volunteer in a local hospital as Patient Advocate and Spiritual Care Representative. I love to help and nurture the needy and comfort the afflicted...
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Zoe O.


Tallahassee, FL

$13-15/hr7 yrs exp

Hi I Am Zoë, I Have 7 Years Of Babysitting Experience And I Am Currently Studying At Fsu.

5.0

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I am currently a junior at Florida State University, studying Human Health Sciences and Child Family Development. I am from Jax Beach Florida where I have been a nanny and babysitter for nearly 10 years. I describe my personality as energetic, empathetic, and patient. I have worked with children with special needs and I have...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Zoe helps us over the summer with our 1 year old, and is the absolute best!! She is completely trustworthy & always on time. We love her and will miss her when she goes back to college.

Reviewed by Care member

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Ty'keya B.


Tallahassee, FL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I am a finance graduate from Florida State University and currently an MBA Candidate at the University of North Florida. I have experience with children by helping run my aunt's daycare for about 3 years, while also caring for my brother with special needs for many years. If you need household chores done, I will be willing to...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Ty has been our nanny since our twin boys were 6 months and they are now two and a half. She was on for three days a week and did her schoolwork the other two since she was a college student. She made sure the...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alejandra G.


Tallahassee, FL

$14-15/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have experience in babysitting and being a caretaker for special needs kids. I am comfortable in many environments and am flexible!!

Recent review:

5.0
In the short time we’ve used Alejandra, she’s been nothing but dependable and respectful, with a lovely personality. I would definitely recommend her.

Reviewed by Care member

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Jennifer M.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny In Search Of A Wonderful Family!

5.0

(3)

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Hello there!! I am a professional nanny with multiple years experience, that includes working with infants through 19+yrs, including care of special needs. I have completed courses in Early Childhood Education, CPR, First Aid, Family dynamics and childhood psychology, amongst more. I have time spent learning occupational...

Recent review:

5.0
Jennifer interview with us and she was AMAZING! She responded to all messages promptly and had incredible references. I was planning on hiring her and our last person ended up knowing one of my sons and his...

Reviewed by Gigi K.

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Kenzie C.


Tallahassee, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi Everyone! I'm Kenzie And I'm 21 Years Old. I Currently Live In Tallahassee.

5.0

(3)

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Hello everyone! I'm Kenzie. I'm 21 years old and so excited to meet you! I recently moved from Richmond Va last June and currently living in Tallahassee. I soon plan to get back into schooling at FSU or TCC for early childhood Development to become a child development specialist. I have been working in childcare for 5 years...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Kenzie goes above and beyond with superior service! I’m so grateful for her providing care for my daughter! I strongly recommend her for child care.

Reviewed by Care member

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Diane M.


Tallahassee, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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Thanks you for taking the time to learn a little about me and my caregiving services. I have been taking care of infants, children, "special needs" children and elderly adults over the past 15 plus years with my focus on the elderly over the past 10 years. I feel my primary responsibility is to insure my client is kept safe...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Diane helped us tremendously with my mother -in-law. She is honest, on time and an extra loving person to be there when I couldn’t. We highly recommend her.

Reviewed by Pat D.

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Tatum A.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teacher To Care For Your Kiddos

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I am a former special needs teacher that still has a passion for working with children. I am high energy and don't mind doing crafts and fun activities to keep the kiddos engaged. 13 years of babysitting/nannying experience.
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Judson S.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs

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Hello. I am an ESE certified teacher. I have worked for Leon County Schools as a ESE teacher for three years. I have been a ESE Para for 10 years as well.
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Jennifer M.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Professional Nanny With Special Needs Experience

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Dear Family, I am a professional looking for a wonderful new family to work for. I have experience working with infants through 20 years old. I have taken Early Childhood Education courses, CPR, First Aid, Family Dynamics, and more in regards to my training and education. I have worked for multiple years with physically and...
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Dora W.


Tallahassee, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

P/T Special Needs Caregiver

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I am an ESE major but have much experience with adults as well. I do have a weight limit for toileting, but, I am experienced at helping clients onto the toilet. I have dealt with a multitude of functional ties and I keep clients engaged. I have a background in creative therapies that ranges from recreational to all the arts....
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Bailey R.


Tallahassee, FL

$35-45/hr4 yrs exp

Special needs care

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Caring for individuals with disabilities is close to my heart, as my both my brother and sister are profoundly disabled. A , my brother, was born with cerebral palsy and only the left hemisphere of his brain, meaning that he cannot talk or walk. He requires regular dressing, baths, and feeding blended meals by hand. My sister,...
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Magaly L.


Tallahassee, FL

$10-15/hr

Loving Grandma To Care For Your Special One

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I have 10+ years of experience working with the elderly. I have worked as a Certified Home Health Aide, Certified Nurse Aide and Certified Medication Aide at several nursing homes in San Antonio, Texas. I also ran my own family day care for 4 years. I worked at the nursing homes on the weekends and take care of my grand daughter...
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Clara P.


Tallahassee, FL

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Student

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Hello! I am currently a senior at Florida State University studying Special Education on a BS/MS degree pathway. I have over 100 hours of experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting. I have 1 year of experience working with individual with disabilities and am now searching for a job working with...
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Allison R.


Tallahassee, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Music Therapist And Marriage And Family Therapist Need Position While Working On Dissertation

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I have extensive experience and training working with children with Autism, behavioral and emotional needs, and physical needs. I have worked with children with different needs in the school system and as a music therapist. I have a behavioral training background, but believe in positive and strength-based care because that is...
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Guillermo G.


Tallahassee, FL

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

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I was a caregiver for an 8-year-old boy with nonverbal autism for 10 months. I am a Medical Assistant.
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Kenya S.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-22/hr8 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

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I provide care of bathing, feeding, repositioning, toileting, light housekeeping, vital sign, and every day living.
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Ty'keya B.


Tallahassee, FL

$10-50/hr2 yrs exp

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I have been helping care for my brother with special needs since middle school. He has cerebral palsy. He is not able to use the restroom on his own, so I have experience changing diapers and showering him. He is not able to prepare his own food or feed himself, so I also take care of that. Lastly, I know how important it is to...
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Kenneth M.


Tallahassee, FL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

CNA PCA

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Hey I love helping others. I been doing this work for a lot of years. and I love doing it. I was a CNA for about 5 years. I have helped a lot of people. I worked in group homes for like 10 years. I did day program and a lot more. I love taking care of others. and seeing them happy at the end of the day.
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Carolyn H.


Tallahassee, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked with adults and children with disabilities. Would be willing to learn what needs to be done. I am very good with direction. Always willing to learn. If you have a question please ask.
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Diane M.


Tallahassee, FL

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi , I have taken care of a special needs 21- year-old for over three years and have been a round his friends as well. He use to be my backyard neighbor and then when they moved around the corner they needed help and that's how we connected. I could not tell you exactly his condition as the doctors were not able to give him a...
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Walter W.


Tallahassee, FL

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

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I worked at Kids Village Early Learning Center for two years. I worked with babies through age 2. Previously I have helped with a few special needs kids in my home. My strength is in encouraging them and directing them to fun activities to keep them entertained and motivated. I am patient and supportive.
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Veronica H.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Here To Help!

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I am about to graduate from FSU with a degree in Family and Child Development . I have experience starting with newborns, up to preteens with disabilities. My experience covers the following areas: autism, blindness, down syndrome and deafness). I know elementary level ASL. Currently a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA. I...
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Mia T.


Tallahassee, FL

$13-30/hr

Patient And Caring

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Hello! Even though I may be young, I have a lot of personal experience in caring for those with special needs. My brother is on the spectrum and I show patience effortlessly. I am also a psychology major at FSU with a huge interest in becoming a occupational therapist.
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Taliyah T.


Tallahassee, FL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

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And I have multiple experience with all ages and I currently work for central Florida ymca I have been doing this since I was a teen I been with the ymca for about 4 years and I love kids and I also enjoy making sure they are having fun , learning and happy. And you can email me or text me or call and I also even sub at...
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Svea K.


Tallahassee, FL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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Medical technician certified, as well as Certified Nursing Assistant. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I have worked at an Assisted living memory care facility in Tampa Florida the last three years. I am very versed with experienced as well as am a Pre-medical fourth year student at Florida State University and am also...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tallahassee, FL

Monica L.

5.0

My daughter's room was messy and disorganized. Monica came in and organized and cleaned the whole room. It looks like a completely different room. Monica did a excellent job and I highly recommend her.

- Jackie O.

Monica R.

5.0

We hired Monica as our postpartum Douala and we wanted to hire her for child care as well but she was already working for another family. I am very grateful to Monica for her service as my postpartum Douala. When she came over she cooked, did my and baby's laundry, light cleaning, checked on my well...

- Kailey V.

Zoe O.

5.0

Zoe helps us over the summer with our 1 year old, and is the absolute best!! She is completely trustworthy & always on time. We love her and will miss her when she goes back to college.

- Care member

Ty'keya B.

5.0

Ty has been our nanny since our twin boys were 6 months and they are now two and a half. She was on for three days a week and did her schoolwork the other two since she was a college student. She made sure the house was clean before my husband or I got off from work and the boys were always so happy...

- Care member

Alejandra G.

5.0

In the short time we’ve used Alejandra, she’s been nothing but dependable and respectful, with a lovely personality. I would definitely recommend her.

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Tallahassee, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 80 listed special needs caregivers.