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Michaelle C.

Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
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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Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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 Mama And Outdoors Lover!

Davenport, FL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 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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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
Craft assistance
carpooling
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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Part Time Caregiver Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
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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Local And Experienced Caregiver Available

Haines City, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
+ 1 more
20 years in health care. I specialize in Special needs care and elderly care. I have great communication skills, dependable and trustworthy. I also do light house keeping and meal preparations.

Melissa D. says "Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines....

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Davenport, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
+ 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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Medical Assistant

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience
I worked in New York State and in Florida with the Developmentally Disabled individuals. I currently work with children who are Autistic. I've always worked with Adults and Children.
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Babysitter With Special Needs Experience (Autism, ADHD, OCD)

Lake Wales, FL

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Destiny, and I'm a dedicated caregiver with over three years of experience supporting children and adolescents with learning differences and developmental needs. I currently work full-time Monday through Friday as a Special Needs Paraprofessional, and I'm looking to provide babysitting support outside of my school...
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Patient, Attentive & Family-Oriented Caregiver

Davenport, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been providing childcare since I was 11 years old and have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I come from a family-centered background and have helped care for siblings, godchildren, and children within my own household. I also have experience supporting children with special...
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Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 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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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
I have worked as a teacher or in childcare for 40 years. Outside of teaching, my most current nanny position was last summer to an 18-month-old. I also babysit throughout the school year. I have two grown children of my own, and currently teach 5th grade 4 days a week in a homeschool hybrid. I love working with the littles, and...
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Davenport, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Have my teaching assistant certificate and my associates in adolescent education. Experience and training in early childhood. Experience with autistic and special needs children. Reliable and compassionate. Flexible schedule.
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Davenport, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Part-Time Respite & Transition Services

Mulberry, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 years experience in the field of Special Education. I currently work at USF part-time and am looking for additional income. I prefer working with older children or adults. I am not able to physically assist, carry, or do toileting/changing. I am able to teach, coach, encourage, etc. I am passionate about health and...
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Davenport, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is my greatest joy. I have over 20+years experience. I've been dedicated to providing enriching care for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I have some college experience and Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework. I'm patient, friendly, and very comfortable...
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Caring, Patient, Kind, And Loving Caregiver.

Lakeland, FL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
10+ years experience with Special needs children. I have experience with DPT, sensory integration, brushing protocol, light ASL, respiratory care, CPAP care, routine fulfillment, AAC devices, feeding assistance, Proprioception, seeking and avoidant behaviors, destructive behaviors, self injurious behaviors redirection, and much...
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Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Just got my CNA and HHA and in school currently for OT specializing in pediatric care. I have experience caring for children with special needs and without special needs, being able to keep a household cleanly and maintaining care for children as well. I would like to do one day jobs if possible.
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Care Provider

Lakeland, FL

from
$13/hr
10 years experience
With over 20 years working with elderly, children, as well as special needs... I feel it as my calling to care for those in need. I currently provide care at Lake Gibson Village during the day and looking for another position where I can utilize the talents god gave me which includes compassionate care. References are available...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.58/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Winter Haven, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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

Brandy M.

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...

- Mary F.

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.

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