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Marisol T.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Nurturing young minds is my passion! For 15 years, I have dedicated myself to providing children with enriching and supportive care. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, First Aid Training, and CPR Training. I also have experience with special needs children. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy...

Care Member says "Marisol is so wonderful with my son. I have loved having her with us, and I look forward to having her back in the future. Marisol is always on time,...

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Samantha A.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience
I have been nannying and babysitting for families for over 4 years now. I have a 12-year-old Down Syndrome brother so I am very familiar with taking care of and working with kids that have special needs. I work at a special needs aftercare school and I love working with all different ages of kids! I am a student athlete as a...

Amy B. says "Samantha is a very loving and kind person. Being an athlete all of her life,Sam is very punctual, dedicated, and an excellent team player. Sam would...

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Elizabeth A.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Looking for an experienced caregiver? I've undergone the Red Cross Babysitting program, and I love working with kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples, newborns, and special needs. I grew up closely with cousins who have Aspergers. I also have experience babysitting a kid diagnosed with anger management. One of my...

Erica D. says "Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!"

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James H.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 55 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hi, I'm James! I became "babysitter certified" and certified in CPR/First Aid when I was 11 years old, and I have been babysitting ever since. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborn to 18 years old, and up to 7 children at a time of varying ages. I have experience with twins/multiples and varying special needs. I...

Sarah S. says "Best babysitter ever! Would love to hire again!"

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Maria Lourdes S.

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I'm 60 years old, living in Orlando FL. I'm a CNA for over 10 yrs. Originally from Orange county CA at Huntington Beach. I'm over a yr in Orlando. I work at Assisted Living Brookdale AL, Palm Garden AL, and recently working at Somerby AL at Lake nona.

Elizabeth P. says "Maria helped us at the very last minute with our two children during school break. She was extremely sweet and actively sought to help tidy our house....

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Barbara G.

Child Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I previously taught high school in the UK before relocating to the US in 2003. since being in the US I have gained several years experience and training in the child care and caring industry. Including a diploma in early childhood education CDA certification in child care, 45 hours children and family training. I have also been...

Care Member says "I am incredibly grateful for Mrs. Barbara coming into our lives. Her consistent reliability brought me such relief knowing my children were taken care...

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Tayla T.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Tayla and I absolutely love caring for kiddos. I graduated high school at the age of 16 and earned my first college degree at the age of 18. Currently, I am pursuing a Combined BS + Masters of Computer Science, bachelors in education, and marketing minor. Thus, I can assure you that I am extremely hard worker and...

Susan K. says "Tayla is beyond amazing. She has babysat my children for the last 8 months and tutored my oldest daughter for 5 months now. I wish we started tutoring with...

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Jessica H.

Nanny

Longwood, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Hi my name is Jessica, I am 21 years old, I am currently in college to become a speech language pathologist. But I am taking classes online so my schedule is flexible. I love animals of all kinds, I love working with kids, and I have a lot of experience working with kids as well. I volunteer at my church with kindergarten to 5th...
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Gaia B.

Nanny Caregiver Nurse

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Victoria R. says "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...

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Laquisha E.

Experienced Special Needs Personal Assistant

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with people of all ages with special needs. I have over 20 years of experience.

Rhonda L. says "Laquisha was wonderful. She worked hard, anticipated what needed to be done, and was professional as well as extremely personable. If she hadn't moved, we...

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Barbara G.

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
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Leticia G.

Professional Babysitter

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello dear family! I have over 8 years experience with kids of all ages! I was an assistant teacher at a daycare for one year and I used to take care of kids between 6 months to 3 years old. Currently I work as a nanny and I take care of kids between 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with special needs,...

Care Member says "Leticia was fantastic, and my kids truly enjoyed their time with her. My kids felt safe and had so much fun; they often talked about the new stories and...

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Tasha M.

Special Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Katherine T.

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Katherine and I have lived in the Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages and on the spectrum level. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few...

John K. says "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,...

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Lidia D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of a grown daughter, age 40 She is totally blind with Autism, so I am very familiar with children in the special needs spectrum.

Michelle B. says "Lidia responded quickly, listened with interest about my special needs son and was flexible and accommodating with all of the special and cumbersome...

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Laquisha E.

Child Care Experience

Orlando, FL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I have over 20 years of experience caring of children. I'm patience, kind and simply love caring for children. Highly skilled in supervising and interacting with children positively, well versed in providing affection and safety to children, able to prepare hygienic meals, adept at directing children in eating, resting and...

Bertina P. says "Was very pleasant and prompt for the interview and have added her to my on call list."

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Paola B.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name Is Paola B, I am a certified CNA, HHA and a Pharmacy Technician, I also have an associate degree in medical administration and billing and coding. I have been working in the medical field for more than 20 years in the hospital, nursing home , assisting living facilities, agencies, pharmacy and providing private...

Mike K. says "Paola.. was invaluable to me and for my dear Mother..You will be very fortunate if she is available..there is none better .."

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Kathleen K.

Bring Back The SMILES And Laughter. It's Healing.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Kathleen here! I am here to spread the word. These words are: There are still good people. The world in which we live can be incredibly unpredictable. So instead, lets focus on certainty. You are here looking for a compassionate, faithful and dedicated person to be present with a loved one. To speak up for your loved one. To...

Dawn R. says "Kathleen was super sweet, we connected right from our first meeting. Kathleen was very responsive and kept in touch during the night we hired her and she...

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Cayla S.

Reliable

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi there! I'm a lover, yogi, outdoor enthusiast & I have a range of skills that could be useful for home care, senior care and personal assistance. Most of my experience is in companion care, memory care, palliative care and end of life service in regard to seniors. I am a 200 hour registered yoga teacher, a certification I...

Pam M. says "Cayla is great! She's very kind and took good care of my needs. She's a great communicator and does a great job! I highly recommend her!"

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Cara F.

Friendly, Reliable And Experienced Caregiver

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! I have 9+ years of experience in childcare including nannying, daycare, tutoring, and 2 years in ABA as a registered behavior therapist. I currently work full-time as a special needs Care Manager but am available for one-time weekend babysitting jobs in my area.

Theresa W. says "My two kids love Ms. Cara, and they always look forward to the fun times they have with her. She is also very attentive to helping my 6 year old...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.16/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Winter Park, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Marisol T.

Marisol is so wonderful with my son. I have loved having her with us, and I look forward to having her back in the future. Marisol is always...

- Care member

Samantha A.

Samantha is a very loving and kind person. Being an athlete all of her life,Sam is very punctual, dedicated, and an excellent team player....

- Amy B.

Elizabeth A.

Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!

- Erica D.

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