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Special needs caregivers in Bradenton Beach, FL

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Katie D.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Special Needs Experience

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Katie and I am 35 years of age. I have extensive experience as a nanny and babysitter, (with a great driving record as well) starting from my high school days as a part-time babysitter to working with those with Autism. In addition, my child caring skills have been honed through years of caring for both...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Katie has been our nanny for over a year for our two boys (age 4 and 7). She provided after school pick up, transportation to their various activities, meal prep and help with their night time routines. She has always been dependable, responsible, sweet, patient...

Christina M.

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Nadine E.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun-loveing Caregiver New To Tampa

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Nadine, I am from Staten Island, New York, but recently moved to Tampa, and I love it. I am a high school graduate, and am looking forward to studying early childhood education. I have been babysitting since the age of 9 for my cousins, and by the age of 12 I was babysitting for families and caring for my newborn...
Nadine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nadine has been a wonderful nanny to our two boys. She takes them on walks, reads to them, plays with them and more. Our boys adore her. In fact, after we got a new nanny, our son kept asking for Nadine instead. We were sad when she had to leave us to take care of...

Desilyn C.

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Kim R.


Bradenton, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a dependable caretaker who is looking for full-time home care so people could stay home with some extra help. I am caring, reliable and trustworthy with you or your loved one. I'm presently working at a Home Agency in FL. I was working at a memory assistance, residential house setting and Visiting Angels in NH and MA...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Kim. She was the first care giver we had for my Mother and she was our guide throughout her care—advising us on how to set up managing multiple aides, and letting us know best practices. She is knowledgeable, caring and a...

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Hailey D.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

BIOGRAPHY

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind, and engaging. I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I became the trusted neighborhood babysitter at 16 years old and at 18 became a Big Sister mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay. I have years of experience volunteering for a special needs summer camp...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey! "

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Maggie C.


Sarasota, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For Your Awesome Kid!

My name is Maggie, but most people call me Max, and I have several years of experience in childcare with children ranging from 2/3 years old to high school, as well as 2+ years of classroom experience. I currently work with autistic, physically disabled, and developmentally handicapped children, and I am looking to work for a...
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Jordan B.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a caregiver for 10 years now, both for long and short-term gigs. I have experience with newborns to teens and have extensive experience with 0m-3yo. I am experienced with special needs as well, but I do require an extra interview before starting to ensure I am the right fit for your family. I'm an advocate for sensory...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Such a great sitter for my daughter! "

Anna N.

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Paulette O.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

"I'm Not Your Mom", But I'm Ready To Play And Have Fun!

Hello! I'm responsible, reliable, mature and honest. I'm also very young at heart and I always enjoy the company of children. I have a master's degree in rehab & counseling, plus multiple certifications that allow me to provide all levels of care with children of all ages. My belief is that all children strive to fully develop...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Sydney and I'm currently a junior in college majoring in health science, and hoping to work in child psychology. I've been babysitting since I was 14 for kids of all ages. I also co-led a music class for ages 2-8, and some kids with special needs, for 4 years. I have my own transportation and I'm fully vaccinated. In my...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Sydney is a sweet and kind person. She is wonderful and caring with my baby girl. Loved having her in our home and fully trust her with my little princess."

Mimi Q.

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Josephine S.


Bradenton, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy Substitute Available On Call

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Josie. I live in Greyhawk Landing. I have worked for numerous families in Panther Ridge, Lakewood Ranch, Palmer Ranch, The Inlets, Copperstone, Chelsea Oaks, River Wilderness in Parrish and Greyhawk Landing for more than 5 years, as both a mommy substitute and nanny back up. My work experience includes children...
Josephine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Josie is amazing! She is wonderful with any age. The house always looked great when I got home and she is so personable. I couldn't ask for a better sitter. Highly recommended!"

Amanda B.

I have been babysitting since the age of 13. Teacher for 7 years. Special needs experience. Experience with ages newborn- high school.
Hilary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Kerra A.


Sarasota, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With A Penchant For Creative And Educational Activities

I have 10 years of experience creating educational programming for children in amusement parks and museums as a professional and I can bring lots of creative magic to day to day care. As a mother of 4, including one special needs child, I have personal experience with complex medical and behavioral needs and I am comfortable...
Kerra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi, my name is Melina! I love kids and have several years of experience in child sitting/caregiving. Experience with special needs and newborns. I have a medical background and am bilingual, fluent in English & Spanish. I am a fun, professional sitter that is willing to help in all areas needed. I like staying active while...
Melina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling
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Ashley C.


Bradenton, FL

$22-50/hr13 yrs exp

The Perfect Fit

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am 32. I have 2 kids, ages 14 and 13 both boys. I have worked in childcare facilities for over 10 years (I started in 2008). I currently have been a nanny for a little bit over 4 years (since 2018). I have completed the mandatory 45+ hours required through DCF. I also have completed the CDA program through...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah M.


Bradenton, FL

$14-19/hr9 yrs exp

Energetic, Dependable, And A Fantastic Sitter!

Hi there parents and guardians! I am a 19-year-old babysitter living in Sarasota, Florida. I currently go to the University of Cincinnati but living at home for the summer. Over my 8 years of experience working with kids from a few months old to teenagers, I've also had several years of special need kids. I do have my own car so...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alla B.


Ellenton, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Care Assistant Available Part Time

I helped person partially paralyzed after she had stroke. I tried to make her life better as possible. I helped her to cook, help her go shopping, took her to doctors, reminded her to follow doctors prescriptions, helped her in exercise, bathing and dressing if needed. We enjoyed to talk a lot while having good hot tea.:-) On...
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Theresa S.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello! my name is Theresa (CEO ) of my own private care I am able to perform any task when it comes to being a home care professional. with my 10 years experience I'm proudly exceptional home care services, Touching Hands is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors and individuals with special needs, I'm know for a...
Theresa can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Estrella M.


Sarasota, FL

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Healthy, Happy, Thriving Kids!!

Early childhood is the most important in a persons life. It sets the tone for the choices we make as we grow. I find it a privilege to have input into little people and making them feel important and heard. I was the oldest of 5 siblings and their second Mother. I was a traveling missionary and started teaching 1-3 yr olds in...
Estrella can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Laura R.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Spectrum (Autism Disorder) Teacher

Hello. My name is Laura. I am the mother of two daughters, ages 12 and 18. I have experience as a lead teacher in all ages of childcare, from infants to teens. For the past 3 years, I have served as the lead teacher for the special needs classroom (Autism Spectrum Disorder) at a private Christian School in Saint Petersburg. The...
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Roseann O.


Ellenton, FL

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've always had a passion for nurturing, teaching and caring for children. I have 50 years of experience as a childcare provider, I have my degree in Education K-6 and Special Needs K-12 . I also have been certified in English as a Second Language. I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, stimulating and fun experience for...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alexis D.


Sarasota, FL

$27-38/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 18 years of experience with special needs children. My niece has autism, with developmental delays and I have cared for her since she was born, she is now 17 and in a group home! I have a sincere soft spot for children with special needs. I feel as if I understand them better.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bradenton Beach, FL

Katie D.

5.0

Katie has been our nanny for over a year for our two boys (age 4 and 7). She provided after school pick up, transportation to their various activities, meal prep and help with their night time routines. She has always been dependable, responsible, sweet, patient and flexible. My boys absolutely...

- Christina M.

Nadine E.

5.0

Nadine is amazing with our four year old son. He loves being with her and she takes great care of him!

- Cassie R.

Kim R.

5.0

I can’t say enough good things about Kim. She was the first care giver we had for my Mother and she was our guide throughout her care—advising us on how to set up managing multiple aides, and letting us know best practices. She is knowledgeable, caring and a delight to be around. She was so...

- Care member

Hailey D.

5.0

Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey!

- Care member

Jordan B.

5.0

Such a great sitter for my daughter!

- Anna N.

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