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Jessica B.

Special Needs And Child Care

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Fun And Loving Mom

Winter Haven, FL

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 10+ years of experience with children of all ages from 0-15 years old. I have a 7-year-old daughter that is in first grade. I have experience working with children and teens that are special needs. I have a reliable transportation with up to 7 seats in my SUV along with infant to toddler car seats including boosters. I...

Care Member says "She is very considerate, compassionate, and reliable. Highly recommended."

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Full-Time Babysitter

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am currently a nanny for a 1. 5-year-old in Lakeland whose parents work from home. I live in Winter Haven. I have been with my current nanny position since he was 3 months old and he is recently going to be graduating into daycare as he would love to be around other kids. I'm looking for something to...

Care Member says "Jessica has been an absolute blessing to our family. She started watching our son when I went back to work at 3 months old. The only reason she won't be...

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

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
I have worked in the health care fields over 20 years in various roles. Worked in Private care & facility care. I have also worked front & back office & as Dr Tech. I am comfortable working wit, Alzheimer's Dementia & special needs. I Also work with developmentally disabled & hospice for a number of years. I am currently a Med...

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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Winter Haven, FL

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$21/hr
I have been in the medical field over 20 years in various roles. I am a compassionate care provider who can adapt to most circumstances and help with whatever is needed. I have worked with behavioral health and habilitation group home service for the physically disabled. I have worked with veteran associations caring for...
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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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Winter Haven, FL

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Passionate and dedicated Special Needs Caregiver with 1 year of hands-on experience providing exceptional care and support to children with diverse physical, developmental, and emotional needs. I am committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals under my care through compassionate, patient-centered service and...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$20/hr
15 years experience
I'd describe my personality as respectful, Friendly and helpful. I like caring for people with special needs because I believe in the potential that all people have, no matter their condition. I'm looking for a job that I receive respect for my person, adequate remuneration and appreciation for my work in a pleasant...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Trisha! I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist providing ABA services to children with special needs. Helping children get the most out of life and making their families lives easier is my goal and something I am very passionate about.
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Winter Haven, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
30 years of experience with childcare. Experience with deaf and autistic children. working with autism children I realize many of them do not like to speak, they prefer to sign, so I am fluent in sign language.
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Winter Haven, FL

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$20/hr
I have extensive experience with child care and special needs and am compassionate, patient, and eager to help as much as possible!
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Family Home Caregiver

Winter Haven, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a dependable and hard working individual who can care for all ages groups. I have worked in various health facilities and child care work settings. I've worked with children with special needs, developmentally disabled to elderly care. I have also worked in home care for many years as well as a CNA/caregiver-Respite &...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$28/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Trisha! I am a Behavioral Therapist for children including children with special needs. I love to jump into their world to play. I enjoy sports, crafts, you name it. I can assist with homework and am passionate about helping the learning process. Any responsibilities such as chores will always be completed before...
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Child Whisperer

Winter Haven, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Outgoing, Mature, Christian Caregiver

Winter Haven, FL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Errands
meal prep
personal care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a wife and mom of 4. I have experience in pediatric special needs care (trach care, feeding tube, heart monitor, oxygen, etc) I have held paid positions in elderly care as well as caring for my own parents before they passed away. I have worked as a pharmacy technician and am comfortable with medication prep. I am looking...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I'm a friendly, loyal & dedicated individual who have ambition to succeed in any environment. I Have been in the medical field for over 10 years. I love taking care of all children including children with special needs as well as senior citizens. I grew up in a big family of nine and the oldest, I learned from a younger age how...
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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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Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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:)

Care Member says "Carter watched our two year old daughter for us on Mondays. She was consistently on time, and engaged with our daughter. She was beyond sweet and our...

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Fun, Caring And Hardworking Babysitter

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Hannah and I am 26 years old. As the second eldest of five children taking care of all aged children is innate for me. I have babysat for families from 1 child to 5 children, aging from 1-16 years old. Over the course of my high school life, I was a "regular" sitter for 8 different families. One of the little boys I...

Jennifer G. says "We used Hannah in July while visiting Orange Beach. Our kids loved her and she seemed to enjoy them as well. We would happily hire her again."

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Getting To Know Me

Bartow, FL

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Sierra and I am 28 years of age. I have over 14 years experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years of age. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am very active. I enjoy playing sports (I coached soccer for 4 years and dance for 2), reading, art, and cooking. I have a season pass...

Carmen G. says "Sierra was great! She was available last minute and our son loved her. "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.69/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Winter Haven, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Winter Haven, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jessica B.

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...

- Mandy W.

Nicole P.

She is very considerate, compassionate, and reliable. Highly recommended.

- Care member

Jessica S.

Jessica has been an absolute blessing to our family. She started watching our son when I went back to work at 3 months old. The only reason...

- Care member

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