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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Bradenton, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Bradenton, FL

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Rebecca R.


Bradenton, FL

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Looking For My Next Adventure!!

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Hello! Happy to see you here :) I have six years of experience working with children (ranging in ages from infant to adulthood). I also have experiences with multiple children at a time as well as working with children such special needs.
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Malani L.


Bradenton, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

New York

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Malani. I am a former soccer player on the University South Florida Womens Soccer team so, I love to be active and stay healthy, being a retired athlete. I have been the teachers aid to a special needs kindergarten class, a student-athlete mentor, a substitute teacher, and a volunteer soccer coach. I also...
Malani can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I was also employed with Family Care over the course of six months babysitting. In addition, I spent all four years of my high school helping special needs children in the classroom. I enjoy working with children because it brings me joy knowing I can care and provide for a child while bringing them happiness. I am open to pick...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Janet S.


Bradenton, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Kind Patient Reliable Caretaker Available For Elderly Care

I am a caring individual who has nanny experience, hospice patient caretaker experience, and experience caring for a special needs young man. I am interested in finding work caring for an elderly person.
Janet can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, transportation, respite care & more
I have a lot of experience in helping w my elderly grandparents and volunteering w special needs over the years. I am CPR and first aid trained. As well as have experience w cleaning and shopping for others. I also meal prep for my very busy daughter. I would love the opportunity to spend time w and help you or your loved ones.
Kara can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I have 10 years experience in dementia Alzheimer's, and special needs care. I believe in taking care of the client as if they were family. I love to cook, pet friendly, and can also assist with appointments and light house work. I have my HHA, CNA, and CPR certifications.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Kaleb B.


Bradenton, FL

$17-50/hr

A Little About Me

In my spare time, I like to work on cars One thing you should know about me is I work at a special needs behavioral group home as well My skills include medication administration ability to bathe clients experience in behavioral homes
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Sofia T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Sofia T I cared for my grandmother from ages 7 to 11 years old. I've worked with and enjoyed making special needs children between the ages 5- and 21-years old smile as a profession for 4 years. I also enjoyed making people smile as a makeup artist for 7 years. I have a background in restaurant management and am clean and...
Sofia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, transportation
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Christine W.


Bradenton, FL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Healthcare Worker Looking To Help Others

I have about 15 years experience in the medical field. I am no longer working full time and I'd like to start working for clients at home. I am working hard to obtain my nursing degree since I am determined, experienced, and great at what I do! Over the last 15 years I have worked with home health, specialists and primary care...
Christine can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Annette F.


Bradenton, FL

$20-25/hr

Nursing Assistant

For over 28 years of work as Nursing assistant in hospital nursing home and also private homes I know my job very well and I do love my work like to help people and I also do my best I talk pride in my job it was my calling for this type of work Annette
Hello My name is K I am 19 years old I have experience caring for all age groups and special needs patients I am easy going and a very fast learner. I pick up on things as fast as I can figure them out if I ever got put into a situation.
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Jessica F.


Bradenton, FL

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Providing The Best Possible Care For Your Child/Children

I have 14 year experience volunteering in Children's Ministry and about 9 years helping my sister raise 2 boys and 1 girl. I was like her personal nanny. I also have watched other numerous children on a as need basis and some summers I had a job where I would be watching children all summer. Every child gets treated with the...
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Shannon A.


Sarasota, FL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced educator with some special education classes. Worked in special needs classrooms as well as regular education classes. Would love spending time with your loved one. I am patient and kind.
5.0
"We were SO lucky to find Shannon to care for our 18mo during an extended visit in Sarasota. We scheduled regular care 2x per week and Shannon always had a fun activity in mind. Our LO would come home tired and happy, gushing about whatever adventure they'd been on....

Erika M.

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Sarah H.


Sarasota, FL

$15-20/hr

Part Time Care Giver

Have experience working with autistic children. I love to help children learn and grow in thought and spirit. I have a flexible nature and know the best way to teach is through love and kindness.
5.0
"Sarah is just incredible! She has an intuitive nature and always knows whats going on with the children. She was very adaptable and exceeded any expectation I had. Would highly recommend!!!"

Nick H.

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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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Teresa B.


Ellenton, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

I have a lifetime of experience working with children in a wide variety of positions from a Preschool gymnastics program director, Special Needs paraeducator in both preschool and middle school classes, in home daycare owner and a personal nanny/house manager.
Teresa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable. "

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Gabriela M.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! Gabriela here, ready to help you with your family needs. I am a 35-year-old lupus warrior with extensive experience with infants-14 years old, fur baby care, household management, assistant work, work vacations with families as well as extended stays with littles and/or fur babies while parents take a much needed...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
5.0
"She has been our part-time nanny for our two year and four year old children for over three months now. She is kind, reliable, and trustworthy. My kids became comfortable with her very quickly. I have had no issues with her thus far. I would highly recommend her!"

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Stephanie R.


Sarasota, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver

4.2

(6)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Stephanie & I am 45 years old. My experience includes decades of work as a professional nanny & foster parent to children with special needs. I have cared for children of all ages & have acquired substantial experience throughout the years. Some of that experience includes caring for an infant as an overnight nanny,...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I recently hosted a large wedding with many families from around the world and was in need of reliable childcare for the weekend. We hired three babysitters, Shelby, Catherine, and Stephanie, and I couldn't be more pleased with their performance. Stephanie was...

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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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bradenton, FL

Shannon A.

5.0

We were SO lucky to find Shannon to care for our 18mo during an extended visit in Sarasota. We scheduled regular care 2x per week and Shannon always had a fun activity in mind. Our LO would come home tired and happy, gushing about whatever adventure they'd been on. Shannon learned our habits and...

- Erika M.

Sarah H.

5.0

Sarah is just incredible! She has an intuitive nature and always knows whats going on with the children. She was very adaptable and exceeded any expectation I had. Would highly recommend!!!

- Nick H.

Teresa B.

5.0

Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable.

- Care member

Gabriela M.

5.0

Gabi is truly a 5 star caretaker for my children and animals! She dropped in on my 2 dogs and 1 cat while I was on a 2 week vacation. She even went the extra mile by collecting my mail and watering our plants. Will definitely be using her again.

- Care member

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie helped me with babysitting my 19 month old for three days while I was on a work trip. She was competent and caring, and gave me peace of mind leaving my son in her care. Would definitely recommend her to any families needing a caregiver.

- Care member

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Ratings for Bradenton, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Bradenton, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.