Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Find special needs caregivers in Apollo Beach, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Apollo Beach, FL

The average posted rate is $10/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Apollo Beach, FL

Patricia O.'s Photo

Patricia O.


Apollo Beach, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, caring, loving, patient Caregiver

4.7

(12)

See profile

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm 50 and I have cared for many families I can always provide you with references if needed. I love childcare and have been in childcare since I was 19. I'm great at potty training, sign language, teaching Spanish, colors, arts and crafts , etc. I have experience with special needs children and kids with autism. I've...
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Patty is great with kids! She has watched my two since they were 2.5 years and 3 months. They are always well taken care of and Patty follows all directions given. She has helped in potty training my daughter and nap training the baby. She is extremely dependable...

Megan E.

Deadra D.'s Photo

Deadra D.


Apollo Beach, FL

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available, Full Or Part-Time In Apollo Beach, Flexible Hours At Good Rates

Hello, my name is Deadra and I hope you choose me to be your little one's babysitter. I have over 20 years experience in child care with children of all ages including special needs children. I have a degree in Early Childhood Development and speak sign language if need be. My home is in Apollo Beach and is smoke free with lots...
Deadra can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Adrianna K.'s Photo

Adrianna K.


Apollo Beach, FL

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Active Nanny!

1.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a nanny for the sweetest 2-year-old girl and 7-month-old girl! I just moved to the Bradenton area and looking for a new family to babysit/nanny. I have experience with children from ages newborn-13 years old. I used to be a Special Needs teacher's assistant for kids in pre-school to second grade. For 4 years I was...
Adrianna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Jocelyn S.'s Photo

Jocelyn S.


Riverview, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Available-Tutoring-

Hi! My name is Jocelyn and I am 35 years. I have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood (birth-2nd grade) and Childhood Education (1st-6th grade) and am a certified teacher in the state of Florida. I have ample experience with working with children with and without special needs, at their homes and in a school setting. I...
Jocelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Jocelyn is awesome! She was our babysitter for 5 years. She was so wonderful with our special needs child who has autism. Fun loving, trustworthy, and reliable."

Jan T.

Emily E.'s Photo

Emily E.


Ruskin, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily and I'm 28 years old. I graduated with a degree in marketing from GCU. I have worked in the nanny field for 12 years and have also worked at a daycare for 3 years. I have experience working with special needs children and also infants. I love kids of all ages! I am a certified nursing assistant and have...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily is punctual, friendly, professional, and an obvious natural with kids. My 8 and 10 year old boys really liked having her babysit them and asked that she come back again. I will definitely rehire her for future jobs."

Elizabeth B.

Nadine K.'s Photo

Nadine K.


Riverview, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been around kids a lot. I took a childhood education at school and work with kids, I've volunteered at kids day care and kids events. I enjoy being around kids and dogs. I have experience helping families taking care of kids ages 4months- 9 yrs old, and also care for kids with special needs. Looking for long term regular...
Nadine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Highly Recommended! Very sweet and patient with my daughter who has ADHD. My daughter loves her. We'll call her again for sure!"

Veronica D.

Anna L.'s Photo

Anna L.


Riverview, FL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Love Kids

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I am unfortunately currently only available on Wednesdays until Fridays. Hi my name is ( Anna) I am a born again Christian. I was a teacher for children with special needs. I worked with children for most of my life. I raised 4 of my own children and is a Grandma of 3. I love working with small children and babies because I find...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anita was amazing! We hired her to help me out at the house with our one year old and then newborn baby once she was born. She was with our family up until our boy was 18 months old and our baby girl was 5 months old. She was the best thing that happened to our...

Tania W.

Melody P.'s Photo

Melody P.


Ruskin, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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.

Tracy H.'s Photo

Tracy H.


Riverview, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

NANNY!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am known to the children as Nanny Tracy! I will love your children as my own : ) . Your Little One will be nurtured , taught age related Curriculum and have FUN! I am a Newborn Twins Specialist / Youth Care Provider. I have a Nursing Medical Background (STNA) and Special Needs Training. I am Flexible to have Childcare...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Tracy is one of the most loyal and loving people that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She is extremely hard working and dedicated to providing a warm, caring and educational experience for children. I personally have infant twins, and Tracy is able to...

Sarah G.

Amy V.'s Photo

Amy V.


Riverview, FL

$26-38/hr10 yrs exp

Your Dream Come True!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

From 2004 to 2006, I served as a counselor at a camp and volunteered at Girls Inc. in San Leandro. Between 2008 and 2014, I engaged in a Nanny Share arrangement for various families, working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. Transitioning from barista and nanny roles, I ventured into the dental field...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amy was wonderful and care for my 2 year old at my place. She arrived on time and was prepared. She kept my daughter engaged, read books, played with her and fed her too. She was very communicative and very responsive. I would highly recommend Amy. She brought...

Amulya S.

Natasha W.'s Photo

Natasha W.


Sun City Center, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Natasha I absolutely love children and have always felt a natural connection with them. I have been caring for children since I was a child. I have been not only a babysitter, also a math teacher, tutor, teaching assistant, substitute teacher, dance teacher, camp counselor and a special education assistant. I am caring,...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natasha was great with my 3 kids. She was very calm and they really enjoyed her."

Jordanna S.

Brynetta H.'s Photo

Brynetta H.


Ruskin, FL

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brynetta or just Bry for short. I'm 20 years old and I have been babysitting since I was 15. I'm a very reliable, patient, kind, trustworthy and energetic person who's also a pet lover and has always enjoyed babysitting. I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, laundry,...
Brynetta can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Did a great job, kids loved her and she was on TIME. Love it."

Demetrius M.

Christopher S.'s Photo

Christopher S.


Riverview, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Provide Families With Comfort And Safety

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a licensed CNA and certified in BLS/CPR. I have experience in adult and child care giving needs. I specialize in memory care. I'm a licensed and insured private caregiver. I am experienced with new born to end of life ages. My clients tend to view me as one of their family members because of my care and thoughtful...
5.0
"Christopher helped me with getting to doctor appointments, shopping and relocating twice. He is upbeat and extremely kind. He has gone above and beyond to ensure my personal safety."

Kevin R.

Kylee K.'s Photo

Kylee K.


Ruskin, FL

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kylee! I have been in child care since I was 15 years old and have worked with as many as 6 kids at once. I have experience with special needs care and infant care. The age groups I have worked with range from newborns to teenagers. I have my Associates degree and am currently persuing my Bachelors degree online. I...
Kylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Tracy H.'s Photo

Tracy H.


Riverview, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Your Medical Guardian Angel : )

Hello my name is Tracy . : ) I would be delighted to help you with your care-giving needs! I am a STNA (State Tested Nurse Asst. w / a variety of LPN Training (Licensed Practical Nursing). My specialty is in Geriatrics Nursing (Elderly Care), Medical / Post Surgery Nursing and Pediatric Nursing. Training in Mental Behavioral...
Tracy can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, visiting nurse
Skills:

CNA

Adrianna V.'s Photo

Adrianna V.


Riverview, FL

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

Phoenix

Hello my name is Adrianna . I am currently 28 years. I currently work at a dental office right now, but looking for a change in my career. I have babysat/nanny for about 8 years and have worked with infants to 15-year-olds. I have experience with twins. In high school I was apart of Best Buddies which is a program that helps...
Adrianna can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Natasja M.'s Photo

Natasja M.


Riverview, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience with working with children and adults with special needs. I am able to assist with housekeeping, feeding, bathing, transportation, and whatever you need to make your life run a kittlw smoother.
Natasja can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Lizzie P.'s Photo

Lizzie P.


Sun City Center, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a child care provider for well over 15 years. I started out as a babysitter at age 15 and since then have been a full-time nanny, teacher in the classroom, tutor, respite care provider for children with special needs, babysitter, and a mother to my own children. I am looking for some part-time work. I have a very...
Lizzie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Trudy T.'s Photo

Trudy T.


Ruskin, FL

$25/hr20 yrs exp

I'm Here To Assist

I love helping others it's my passion, I have been working with special needs and elderly for over 20 years, I also love animals I'd describe my personality as Supportive, Motivated, Reliable I'm looking for a job that consistency I started caring for people with special needs when I have been working in the field for 20...
Daija A.'s Photo

Daija A.


Riverview, FL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Experienced In Special Needs

I started working with kids when I became an aunt 10 years ago. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my nieces and nephews and go to the movies One thing you should know about me is love kids. My skills include arts and crafts patience, and I can cook and bake.

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Apollo Beach, FL

Patricia O.

5.0

Patty is amazing. I was lucky enough to find her soon after we moved to Tampa and started work again after maternity leave. She cared for my then 1 YO and 3 MO. She cared for them until it was time for them to attend school. I was so grateful that she prepared them educationally and socially for...

- Donald D.

Jocelyn S.

5.0

Jocelyn is awesome! She was our babysitter for 5 years. She was so wonderful with our special needs child who has autism. Fun loving, trustworthy, and reliable.

- Jan T.

Emily E.

5.0

Emily was just wonderful! She easily blended in with our family vacation - entertaining both our 2 year old and 9 year old in all sorts of activities. She asked right away about allergies, medications, etc to be sure she had all the critical information. It made for a relaxing day and we will...

- Julia A.

Nadine K.

5.0

Nadine was wonderful she took great care of our 4 yr old. She was punctual and asked a lot of great questions to make sure she was taking care of our daughter. We'd definitely recommend her and will be using her again!

- Demetrius B.

Anna L.

5.0

Highly recommend Ms. Anita. She was with my son for a year and a half. She is a very loving, patient, and caring nanny. Was very hands on with my son. There was lots of outside time, crafts, reading and most importantly smiles. She is very qualified with her extensive history, and own motherly...

- Care member

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Sun City Center, FLSpecial Needs in Ruskin, FLSpecial Needs in Wimauma, FLSpecial Needs in Riverview, FLSpecial Needs in Brandon, FLSpecial Needs in Saint Petersburg, FLSpecial Needs in Lithia, FLSpecial Needs in Tampa, FLSpecial Needs in Valrico, FLSpecial Needs in Parrish, FL
Special Needs in Belleview, FLSpecial Needs in Hudson, FLSpecial Needs in Casselberry, FLSpecial Needs in Oviedo, FLSpecial Needs in Sebring, FLSpecial Needs in Bradenton, FLSpecial Needs in North Port, FLSpecial Needs in Hernando, FLSpecial Needs in Alva, FLSpecial Needs in Lehigh Acres, FL
Show more

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

How to find a New Year’s Eve babysitter 

November 15th, 2024 The year is almost over and you’re ready to ring in the new year with your partner and/or friends. But what to do with the kids on New Year’s Eve? You’ve br... Read more
What to consider before allowing your nanny or sitter to bring their own child to work

What to consider before allowing your nanny or sitter to bring their own child to work

November 13th, 2024 Whether they get pregnant while working for you or already have children to begin with, the fact is, many nannies have kids of their own. And while many car... Read more
‘I don’t want to go home for the holidays’: How to break the news nicely

‘I don’t want to go home for the holidays’: How to break the news nicely

November 11th, 2024 We’ve all heard the old adage: There’s no place like home for the holidays. But let’s face it, it’s not always true. Whether it’s avoiding family drama or s... Read more
7 free tutoring options for kids

7 free tutoring options for kids

November 13th, 2024 All children learn in different ways. Some are hands-on while others are more instruction-inclined. A one-on-one or group tutoring session can make the diff... Read more
11 helpful organizations and resources for children with special needs

11 helpful organizations and resources for children with special needs

November 13th, 2024 When you’re a parent searching for resources for children with special needs, there are a number of things to consider, including but not limited to, what y... Read more