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Special needs caregivers in Gibsonton, FL

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Valarie M.


Gibsonton, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver with eight years of experience, my passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and my heartfelt desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and creative nature allows me to engage with children in various activities, including outdoor sports, board games, and...
Valarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Airial V.


Gibsonton, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I have always been the go to person in my family and friends to care for the children around me. Even before I became a mother myself. I am full of energy to be able to chase the littles and play with them. My love and compassion is huge for everyone so you'll know they will be cared for. I am respectful, professional and...
Airial can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emily E.


Ruskin, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

4.8

(6)

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: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

Julia A.

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Kalah S.


Ruskin, FL

$20-40/hr7 yrs exp

Social Worker, Caregiver, Job Coach, DSP

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for individuals with disabilities both children and adults for 7+ years. I had worked in various settings including day programs (community based), residential programs, elementary school as well as high school (job coaching). I have many trainings and certificates including being med. admin trained and have my...
5.0
"Kalah came to give support and interaction to a family member. She is very interpretative and understands the needs of the situation. She had no apprehension and has great capacity to integrate and meld and fill the needs of the person she is working with. She has...

Mike G.

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Destiny S.


Wimauma, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Private, In-home Infant- Young Toddler Nanny Seeking Part-Time Position

4.4

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I'm a career childcare provider who values fostering children's growth and supporting families. With 10 years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to three children, ranging from infants to 5 years old. I value implementing Reggio Emilia and Montessori principles, light-hearted energy and plenty of...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Destiny was a last-minute hire, but a great one! I only had to explain our 7-month-old’s routine to her once, and she had it down. It is very evident that she is experienced, and that she truly loves what she does. She asked us all of the right questions, and our...

Dianna T.

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Heather H.


Tampa, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/Also Worked With Special Needs

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I worked with Heather for 3 years. We worked with developmentally disabled children in a classroom setting. She was always professional, dependable and worked well with the kids. She has a great personality and gets along well with others. She would make a great...

Jill W.

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Stacey B.


Ruskin, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Special Needs. Children, Adults And Seniors.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been in the health field for over 20 years. I have cared for children, adults and seniors. I am seeking full time or part time employment. I am a hard worker, compassionate, organized, experienced with years of knowledge, have an excellent background ground check and CPR certified. I hope you will consider me for a...
5.0
"I worked with Stacey for over a year. I found her to be trustworthy, professional and very caring. I recommend her for employment. "

Karen T.

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Edessa O.


Sun City Center, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

The Sitter You've Been Looking For

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have over 5 years of experience. I have studied child psychology, worked with special needs kids as well as kids of all other age groups, I can help with Travel and Errands. I'm a very clean and organized person so I promise to make sure your home is left the way I found it or better if requested. I do currently work a day job...
Edessa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We absolutely love Edessa! She did great with our 5month old baby and our 6 year old boy who is on the spectrum. She's very patient and kind! We will definitely have her apart of our family for as long as she allows us too!"

Esha W.

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Halei B.


Brandon, FL

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Halei! I am an older sister to five younger siblings, two of whom were adopted from China and one with special needs. I have taken several babysitting jobs and pet sitting jobs and I have had an amazing time building experiences with various families. I am a recent graduate from the University of Florida and I...
Halei can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Halei has been nothing short of incredible for us. We have two young boys and she has been basically another member of the family as she's watched them. Always adaptive to our needs and super flexible with her schedule. If she could be our full time nanny, she...

Brandon K.

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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.

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Stacey B.


Ruskin, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother. I was blessed with a son that is now a young adult. I enjoy being a mother, a caregiver and an Activity Director. Over the last 25 years I have been caring for children, adults, seniors, special needs and pets. I am hard working, compassionate, loving, organized and CPR certified. As an Activity Director for the...
Stacey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have know Stacey B. for approx 4 years now & I have to say when she sees a child her eyes light up. She is so kind and compassionate. She loves to read to them & help them learn age appropriate things. Of course she loves to have fun with them also. She has such...

Kim P.

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Evelyn V.


Brandon, FL

$18-22/hr20 yrs exp

Mature Caregiver With 30 Years Of Experience!

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

I've always had a passion for children, which is why I've spent the last five decades working with kids. I love fostering their growth and development, and I'm always looking for ways to positively impact their lives. I'm fun, responsible, patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly. I'm also very comfortable enforcing...
Evelyn can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She brings a Mary Poppins bag full of goodies and activities for the kids to play with. She loves to interact with children. Highly recommend."

Stephanie H.

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Francene P.


Brandon, FL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver W/Nursing Background (FT-PT-as Needed)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive background dealing with a large, diverse client base, both as a nurse and with my private clients. I am also comfortable with a variety of medical conditions including celiac's, Down syndrome, diabetes (monitoring & treatment) and autism. My work ethic is strong and reliable. I use compassion and humor both in...
5.0
"Francene has great passion for her work. She was wonderful with our son who has quite complex needs. He enjoyed his time with her, including lots of outdoor activities. Francene is able to balance being very efficient at caregiver duties while also being energetic...

Bridget J.

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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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha was great with my 4 year old! She was punctual, patient, and got her in bed with no argument (which is more than I can usually do!). Would definitely hire Natasha again, five stars!"

Jessica S.

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Melody P.


Ruskin, FL

$13-20/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.

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Jacquelyn S.


Brandon, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time , Date Nights, Weekends, Pick Ups, Overnights

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Retired mom of 3 grown children and 4 adorable granddaughters. I'm a 2012 Michigan transplant. Since in Florida I have been a full time nanny. I currently have a full time nanny position, but am available for date nights , pick ups, weekends , overnights. I have special needs experience... both autism and physical disabilities....
Jacquelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jacquelyn was an amazing nanny for my children. Her kind, gentle spirit touches kids like no other. She is patient, loving and still has a special connections with my kids. "

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Kelly R.


Tampa, FL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Educator Available For Full Time Nanny Role!

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

Please see my vast qualifications below! -15+ years of Extensive Childcare Experience with Infants/Toddlers -Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Course work completed -15+ years as an Educator (Nursery, Pre-K, Begindergarten, Kindergarten, and First Grade Teacher) -Travel Nanny -Overnight Nanny -Multiples...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kelly has a wonderful personality and loves spending time with kids. She has a giant heart and puts her best into everything she does."

Ashley C.

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Samantha S.


Brandon, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Attentive And Interactive!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! My name is Sam and I absolutely love kids. I am young, caring, genuine, and energetic. I am very involved and hands on. I am semi fluent in American Sign Language. Most of my experience (outside my own niece and nephew who are 4 months and 2 years old!) comes from coaching and teaching children. I have been...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Samantha was so sweet with my two girls who are 6. They had a fun time with her and I would be happy to use her again. "

Kat D.

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Patricia O.


Apollo Beach, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, caring, loving, patient Caregiver

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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gibsonton, FL

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.

Kalah S.

5.0

Kalah came to give support and interaction to a family member. She is very interpretative and understands the needs of the situation. She had no apprehension and has great capacity to integrate and meld and fill the needs of the person she is working with. She has good positive energy and has been...

- Mike G.

Destiny S.

5.0

Destiny has been wonderful in accommodating my fickle schedule. She is great with my 9mo old, teaching her new skills and engaging her in enriching activities while I am gone at work. I can’t speak any more highly of her willingness to take care of my child amidst a very sporadic schedule. She is...

- Carlos P.

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.

Stacey B.

5.0

I worked with Stacey for over a year. I found her to be trustworthy, professional and very caring. I recommend her for employment.

- Karen T.

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