Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lutz, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Lutz, FL

Janel A.'s Photo

Janel A.


Tampa, FL

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Caring And Hands On Sitter

5.0

(2)

See profile

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Degree in Science of. Occupational Therapy Assistant. Passion to work with all ages and I have eight years experience care taking for toddlers up to young teenage years. This includes special needs and newborns. I am able to help with school work, light housekeeping, transportation and animals. I am a Non-smoker, fully Covid...
Janel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Janel does an amazing job with our one year old! She is very engaged, able to keep up with his boundless energy, and intuitively able to identify and meet his needs."

Megan C.

Rose M.'s Photo

Rose M.


Tampa, FL

$18/hr7 yrs exp

HHA/Med Tech

Hello I'm Rose I've been a caregiver for years now with both children and Elderly. I have experiences working with childrens with special needs. I also have experiences caring for clients with Alzheimer, Parkinson's and full on dementia.
Rose can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Rose treat my grandma just like she was her own rose is very sweet and kind and she is so respectful loving and she has an amazing heart i love her so much "

Care member

Jelicia D.'s Photo

Jelicia D.


Tampa, FL

$20-21/hr8 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mother

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jelicia, I hope I am what you are looking for. I have over 8 years of experience caring for children and infants here on care. com. I have worked with children with special needs for over 3 years. I am also a wife and mother of my own 2 children so the nurturing side of me comes very natural. I'm very energetic...
Jelicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jelicia aka Jelly is AMAZING! PHENOMENAL! Not enough stars to give her! It was our first time having someone watch our baby (8mth-10mth) and we hit GOLD with her! She watched our baby as if he was her own. Was attentive, caring, reliable and just fantastic with...

Civahn R.

Alys S.'s Photo

Alys S.


Tampa, FL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Aly! I would love to help you with child care! I am CPR certified and have experience working with special needs and young children!
Alys can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Best babysitter I have found! Texts me back right away which is so nice when trying to schedule plans. She is very upbeat and positive and interactive with my baby girl. She reads and sings to her, so sweet. She always asks questions when she is unsure of what to...

Jessica K.

Claire S.'s Photo

Claire S.


Odessa, FL

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Claire and I've been a professional nanny for over 5 years now. I have taken early childhood classes, I am CPR Certified, First Aid Certificated, and I also have taken safe sleep and car seat safety classes. I have worked in the daycare setting in the toddler room as well as being a nanny for multiple families. I...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She fits right into our family! She worked with my special needs son and was great last summer! She would make sure he was always on track and kept him busy all day, which can be hard as he gets bored in five minutes with activities. She would always make sure he...

Laura K.

Edessa O.'s Photo

Edessa O.


Tampa, 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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Edessa was great. Our 1yo was comfortable with her right away. She did a great job keeping her fed, clean diapers, and on schedule. Edessa interacted with developmental toys as well as outside playtime. She did some vacuuming during nap time, which was a big help....

Mike B.

Michaela H.'s Photo

Michaela H.


Tampa, FL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

I Am A Freshman College Athlete Looking To Help Out Families In Need Of Child Care.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a collegiate lacrosse player that would love to keep your kids happy and safe. I have 7 years of experience with care taking ranging from babies to teenagers, and have some experience with special needs as well. I have been a nanny all of my college years for primarily 5-month-old babies and so on. I can help with...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Kirsten L.'s Photo

Kirsten L.


Tampa, FL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kirsten and I'm 24 years old. I'm currently a full time Labor and Delivery nurse in Sarasota. I'm looking to find some work for my off days, which is typically four days a week, and I normally work nights so generally normal day time hours are free, however I'm on days for a little while so we would just have to...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kirsten was great with both of my boys, one 2 years old and one 2 months old. She was managing school work and nannying and was still flexible with hours. She helped out with other tasks if needed as well."

Erica S.

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.

I typically work with children with special needs. I am willing to working with the senior citizen population performing duties related to transportation, respite care, and meals.
Tiffany can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Andressa D.'s Photo

Andressa D.


Tampa, FL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

I have great experience working with seniors and other special needs populations. I have previously worked in nursing homes and I'm currently doing geriatric care at Morton Plant Hospital.
Andressa can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Cadence S.'s Photo

Cadence S.


Tampa, FL

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

Sitter, Tutor, Helper

Hello! My name is Cadence, I am a university student studying astrophysics. I have 2 years of experience volunteering in an elementary school, 3 years of experience volunteering in children's programs at a local library, and 5 years experience tutoring. I have experience working with special needs children. I can't wait to...
Kendall J.'s Photo

Kendall J.


Tampa, FL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I am a current second year college student at the University of South Florida studying marketing. I am from Orlando, FL and am now in Tampa for school. I have been in the childcare industry for about 5 years with experience ranging from newborns to young high schoolers. I also have experience with special needs, as my cousin...
Kendall can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Reyna S.'s Photo

Reyna S.


Tampa, FL

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. I have many years of experience as a caregiver. My specialty is in geriatrics, but have also worked with children with disabilities. I've raised 2 children of my own, one with special needs. I love working with children and their families. I believe in being kind, loving and professional at all times... I have 30hrs. of...
Reyna can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

Claudia H.'s Photo

Claudia H.


Tampa, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time And Part-Time Caregiver

I am responsible and honest person with good references and clean records. Who loves to help people, I am comfortable with pets. I have experience caring for seniors. I have helped them on their special needs. healthy cooking for snacks and meals, I have my own transportation. I
Claudia can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting physician, live-in home care
Lina H.'s Photo

Lina H.


Tampa, FL

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Special needs

If I am a responsible person dedicated to my work, I am compassionate and like to be supportive of others.
Victoria E.'s Photo

Victoria E.


Tampa, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I just graduated in May 2024 from the University of South Florida in Health Sciences, and am 20 years old. I babysat a lot in high school, consistently for a few different households. Each house had 3 kids, so I am comfortable juggling multiple kids with different ages. Two of the families had a child with special needs as...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Karin P.'s Photo

Karin P.


Tampa, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked with students who had a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. Teaching basic skills, such as literacy and communication techniques.
Lauryn S.'s Photo

Lauryn S.


Tampa, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am the oldest of five and helped care for my younger siblings since my twin brothers were born when I was 8. I have experience watching multiples as well as children with special needs. I worked at a pediatricians office, I was a nanny, worked at a school, and currently work with college students. I've had safe sitter...
Lauryn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Sarah Z.'s Photo

Sarah Z.


Tampa, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Before I made my dream a reality of flying in the friendly skies (flight attendant), I have always had a passion for working and playing with kids! I have past experience working in Early Intervention and in an ABA Therapy setting with children who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other related disorders. The...

Showing 21 - 40 of 60

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lutz, FL

Janel A.

5.0

Janel does an amazing job with our one year old! She is very engaged, able to keep up with his boundless energy, and intuitively able to identify and meet his needs.

- Megan C.

Rose M.

5.0

Rose treat my grandma just like she was her own rose is very sweet and kind and she is so respectful loving and she has an amazing heart i love her so much

- Care member

Jelicia D.

5.0

Jelicia aka Jelly is AMAZING! PHENOMENAL! Not enough stars to give her! It was our first time having someone watch our baby (8mth-10mth) and we hit GOLD with her! She watched our baby as if he was her own. Was attentive, caring, reliable and just fantastic with him. Kept him on our schedule of...

- Civahn R.

Alys S.

5.0

Best babysitter I have found! Texts me back right away which is so nice when trying to schedule plans. She is very upbeat and positive and interactive with my baby girl. She reads and sings to her, so sweet. She always asks questions when she is unsure of what to do. Would highly recommend!

- Jessica K.

Claire S.

5.0

Claire was amazing with my infant baby. She was very knowledgeable in all things infant. She knows car seat safety and follows it directly to keep baby safe. She also is sure to follow sleep guidelines to ensure a safe sleeping place for baby. I loved that she would plan age appropriate games and...

- Sarah P.

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Odessa, FLSpecial Needs in Wesley Chapel, FLSpecial Needs in Thonotosassa, FLSpecial Needs in Tampa, FLSpecial Needs in Tarpon Springs, FLSpecial Needs in Oldsmar, FLSpecial Needs in Seffner, FLSpecial Needs in Holiday, FLSpecial Needs in Safety Harbor, FLSpecial Needs in New Port Richey, FL
Special Needs in Auburndale, FLSpecial Needs in Ocoee, FLSpecial Needs in Kissimmee, FLSpecial Needs in Frostproof, FLSpecial Needs in Sanford, FLSpecial Needs in Indian Rocks Beach, FLSpecial Needs in Eagle Lake, FLSpecial Needs in Avon Park, FLSpecial Needs in Hernando, FLSpecial Needs in Deltona, 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

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lutz, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.