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91 special needs child care are listed in Tampa, FL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 4 years
Special needs child care in Tampa, FL
5.0
(2)
New Parent/Baby Doula
Newborn Sleep Doula
CNA/HHA Student Grad 2025 (Alzheimer's, Dementia/Diabetes/Hospice)
* Aging and Disabled VA Provider
* APD Florida Train (Special Needs)
* Medicare/Medicaid Med Waiver Provider
* APD Disability Canine Training Provider
* Literacy Tutor Volunteer for Hillsborough County Education...
5.0
"Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies."
Megan H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 18 years of experience working with children starting at age 3 months and up in various settings! Additionally, I have worked with ages 3 to 21 with special needs in both the nanny field and school settings. Please feel free to message me so we can connect to share more about one another and see if it is a great fit!...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is a very caring responsible person.
She is very reliable & enjoys helping children meet and exceed their potentials/milestones.
She keeps children occupied and most importantly safe. Ultimately, she is an excellent Nanny because she is very trustworthy...
Susan H.
Hannah T.
Tampa, FL
$13-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I worked at a group home for children/adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. Mainly had to do with behavioral issues and helping them get adjusted to their everyday lives. My tasks as a care giver included helping them bathe, get ready for school, cook 3 meals a day, laundry, house keeping, and giving...
5.0
"Hannah worked for me providing direct care for children with developmental disabilities. Hannah was able to de-escalate extreme behaviors through her training as a behavior assist. Hannah was a great team player, extremely reliable and most importantly- provided a...
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I helped care for my cousin with a terminal illness, she had a seizure disorder, and a g-tube. I took care of a child with autism during the summer of 2017. Ive grown up around children with special needs, and I plan to pursue pediatrics when I graduate Nursing school.
5.0
"Dependable and very punctual, good with the kids!"
Gillian W.
Melody P.
Tampa, FL
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Melody! I have been working as an Occupational Therapist Assistant for the past 10 years with the elderly and recently with children. I love to be helpful and my goal as a companion/caregiver is to assist others in being as independent as possible in order for them to stay as active in their daily lives as...
5.0
"Melody cared for my adult daughter with cancer 4 hours a day for 6 weeks until she died. During that time, she fit in well with our household, looked for ways to improve my daughter's comfort. One of Melody's strongest assets is that she really knows how to talk...
Thomas C.
Taylor D.
Tampa, FL
$16-21/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children of all walks of life. I am a children's ski instructor, so I am experienced in emotional management, helping children with bathroom issues, and know how to responsibly keep a child happy and safe.
5.0
"Taylor was absolutely amazing! She brought such comfort to us during the last week of my father in laws life. She was super sweet, compassionate, helpful, gracious and a wonderful asset to our family. Cannot recommend her enough!"
Cara D.
Assistant Teacher Supervisor.
APD/Special Needs.
Baby sitter available.
HHA Supervisor.
Available:
PRN Respite Care Relief.
Emergencies.
No Shows.
Nanny/Sitting Inc.-Inc. Special Needs.
Date Night.
Mother's Helper.
I have been on the Care since they have started. I have a level 2 Background Clearance through Hillsborough...
Mary-Ann can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Victoria S.
Tampa, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Comfortable With All Ages And Children With Special Needs!
Hi! I work for the Florida State Department of Children and Families, and I have 10 years of experience babysitting kids of all ages and with varying degrees of needs. I'm looking to be a routine babysitter in the evenings after work or help parents have a date night on the weekends!
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
My Name is LaShayla , I have about 6 years experience I am dedicated and compassionate about the service I provide .. I provide companionship and comfort for senior citizens and children with disabilities I am patient and personable in all aspects in 101 care with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating my...
I like caring for special needs clients because I love having a job that truly makes a difference in people's lives. I am a very calm and level headed person who can handle just about anything with a smile.
I pride myself on my ability to get along with people of all ages, from birth to elderly patients.
My now 20-year-old son...
I have been a caregiver for special needs for the past 5 years. I have such a strong passion for what I do, I put my whole heart into my work and I enjoy the feeling it gives me knowing that I' m taking care of those in need and making sure they are taken care of in the best way. Being a caregiver is very rewarding knowing that...
I presently have two special needs people who live with my husband and myself. One is a family friend and the other is my son. I assist them with their daily living, putting their medications out and cooking meals as needed. They do have the ability to do things with directions.
I have been in the healthcare field for over 25 years and have worked with special needs, seizures, dementia, Alzheimer's , and I have this experience taking care of patients and recently taking Care of my mother who recently pass.. also have done blood sugars and have experience in lifting..:
I was the mother of a full care special needs medically complex child. I learned all facets of special needs care. I had to become a nurse. I am skilled in G/J tubes, respiratory care CPT vest, nebulizers, cpap, bipap, oxygen therapy, tracheostomy &ventilators, manual CPT, spastic quadrapalegia, muscle spasms, seizures, hearing...
With over three years of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), I specialize in providing compassionate and effective support for individuals with a variety of special needs, including schizophrenia, ADHD, OCD, ADD, bipolar disorder, and autism. My extensive experience encompasses managing a wide range of...
Student taught in a self contained special education classroom! Here I worked with the children in Math, English & various other things like the days of the week!
I personally believe that individuals with special needs are some of the most loving and beautiful people in the world. In my own family I have two close cousins with autism and one with severe down syndrome. I consider myself a compassionate and patient person which are two important qualities when dealing with special needs...
Hello everyone! My name is Cortni and I am a Special Education Teacher here in Tampa, looking to fill some of my free time this summer! I have been working with students with children with disabilities for over 2 years now. I will prioritize your child's needs and keep them safe at all times. I have experience with children with...
Hi! I'm a PhD candidate at NC State studying school psychology. Prior to moving to FL, I lived in
NC, where I received my graduate training and NY where I worked as a Teacher's Assistant at an Early Intervention Program. I worked with toddlers aged 2-3 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also worked for a family for...
Hello! I work am a pediatric RN that works at JHACH. I keep my profile active incase there are any families looking for part-time assistance. Although I am not actively searching, I am open to opportunities as they arise
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Tampa, FL
Maryann A.
5.0
Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies.
- Megan H.
Heather H.
5.0
Heather is a very caring responsible person.
She is very reliable & enjoys helping children meet and exceed their potentials/milestones.
She keeps children occupied and most importantly safe. Ultimately, she is an excellent Nanny because she is very trustworthy and always on time.
- Susan H.
Hannah T.
5.0
Hannah worked for me providing direct care for children with developmental disabilities. Hannah was able to de-escalate extreme behaviors through her training as a behavior assist. Hannah was a great team player, extremely reliable and most importantly- provided a standard of care for the children...
- Care member
Quinn B.
5.0
Dependable and very punctual, good with the kids!
- Gillian W.
Melody P.
5.0
Melody cared for my adult daughter with cancer 4 hours a day for 6 weeks until she died. During that time, she fit in well with our household, looked for ways to improve my daughter's comfort. One of Melody's strongest assets is that she really knows how to talk to patients - even when they are...
- Thomas C.
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Ratings for Tampa, FL special needs child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Child Care in Tampa, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 91 listed special needs child care.