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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Nokomis, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Nokomis, FL

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Catherine B.


Venice, FL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

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Outgoing, flexible fun individual with love of music, sports, theatre and the arts. Career in hospitality, project management, event planning. MBA love trying new things and exploring local nature and beauty. Very organized and reliable with a strong commitment to service. Have been very involved in the lives of special needs...
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Crystal B.


Venice, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experience with dementia, cognitive impairment, and more willing to discuss all when interviewed. I live in Venice and am flexible with days and times.
I have being working with children for many years. first I work in child care clinic for 15 years in New York City. Move to Hawaii in 2000 and started working as a nanny since then. My first job was caring for a child with special need for 18th months, 2nd was with TWINS for 2 years and so on. My experiences it has being with...
Nieves can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Christine K.


Venice, FL

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Hi there! I'm Christine, a dedicated and nurturing child care provider with a passion for helping children grow, learn, and thrive in a safe and engaging environment. With 30+ years of experience working with children of all ages, I bring creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to every...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Hello! my name is Kylie. I have worked for the past 5+ years as a pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN and have experience working in the NICU as well as multiple other pediatric specialties. (Expert in caring for children with complex medical diagnoses, as well as unexpected medical emergencies, should there be a need). I am taking...
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Natalya C.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr

Awesome Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about helping children/adults with special needs. My brother is 20 and has Autism so I am very familiar with the various challenges that go into daily routines as well as all the joy and happiness. I would love to work with your family to provide support as needed.
5.0
"Natalya was awesome! She answered our ad right away. She really helped us out several times during our stay. She did crafts with our daughter & brought her to meet her Mom & have dinner. She was always on time & our daughter really liked her. She communicated...

Sheri S.

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Heather M.


Sarasota, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Household Manager

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for over 10 years and have experience with all household types, tasks, and children, including children on the spectrum and/or special needs (ASD, SPD, ADD/ADHD, OCD). Nanny duties have included driving kids to/from school/sports/lessons, housekeeping (dishes, laundry/folding, organizing clutter, light...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Heather recently nannied for our 14 month old daughter and was wonderful. She was dependable, had great communication and our daughter really enjoyed her. She actively engaged with our busy baby through play time, reading books, and exposing her to different...

Alexa K.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"She was amazing. My daughter couldn't stop talking about how much fun she had. Will definitely use again."

Jason G.

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Helene A.


North Port, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Individuals Require A Special Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience providing care services for individuals with and without disabilities. I pride myself in providing exceptional service to every client on every visit. Please contact me to discuss how I can help make things easier for you and your loved one. Although I have worked in other fields and have held...
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Shannon A.


Sarasota, FL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

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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Omayra G.


Sarasota, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Positive Caregiver

I am a positive and energetic mother of two and grandmother to one, all boys. For several years, I worked on and off in Classrooms, daycare and centers for big and small mostly because I love working with people with special needs and making sure they know they are loved and accepted . Recently, I got married and moved to...
5.0
"Omayra was a one on one caretaker for my child at Middle and High School. She is excellent with children and young adults with special needs. My daughters loved the weekend that I traveled for work and left "Ms Myra" in charge in our home. I came back to happy...

Lisa J.

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Helen L.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children with Autism and seizure disorders during my time working at summer camps. I have also interacted with them during my time as an Emergency Medical Technician.Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Arrhythmia, and National Registered Emergency Medical Technician
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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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Alyssa S.


Sarasota, FL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/RBT

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a nursing student with 3 years of childcare experience. I have experience with infants as well as children with special needs. I am a registered behavioral technician who has experience providing ABA therapy. I am fully vaccinated. I have 3 years of nannying experience and 6 months of experience as an RBT. I also...
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lovely young lady with such a great heart for children! My one year old absolutely adored her."

Kellee R.

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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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Alexis D.


Sarasota, FL

$16-37/hr10 yrs exp

I've got over 18 years of experience. I am 30 years old, and have been caring for children since the age of 14. I have had the pleasure of caring for all different personalities, and special needs children. I also offer housekeeping and daily chores/mealprep as part of the childcare.
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sibel Y.


Sarasota, FL

$12-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there. I have plenty of experience with children of all ages and have been sitting on and off for many years. I also have experience working with special needs adults (18-80 years of age) for 5 years during my college years. Where I would assist them with their daily routines, bathing, meds, do activities and just listening...
Sibel can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

worked in daycare, worked with children with special needs, babysat for multiple different families.
Alida can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Natalia R.


Sarasota, FL

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid / Companion.

Caregiver with 25+ years of experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environment. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has experience caring for clients. With me, you beloved will receive appropriate care, and I am willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I am an...
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Sarah P.


Port Charlotte, FL

$22-37/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, Experienced Babysitter!

I have been caring for children for over 10 years now! I have experience with multiples, including twins! I have cared for ages 4months-17 years old. I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA Therapy for kids with autism, so I also have experience with special needs! Due to my job, I am looking for part time...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nokomis, FL

Natalya C.

5.0

Natalya was awesome! She answered our ad right away. She really helped us out several times during our stay. She did crafts with our daughter & brought her to meet her Mom & have dinner. She was always on time & our daughter really liked her. She communicated right away whenever we contacted...

- Sheri S.

Heather M.

5.0

We love Heather!!!! She was a lifesaver for us over the last 6 months. We needed help with our 5-year-old son while I finished up a demanding graduate program and my husband was overworked doing multiple jobs. Our son loves her! She got him interested in geocaching, which he enjoys greatly......

- Christopher L.

Gabriela M.

5.0

She was amazing. My daughter couldn't stop talking about how much fun she had. Will definitely use again.

- Jason G.

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.

Omayra G.

5.0

Omayra was a one on one caretaker for my child at Middle and High School. She is excellent with children and young adults with special needs. My daughters loved the weekend that I traveled for work and left "Ms Myra" in charge in our home. I came back to happy children and my house was in better...

- Lisa J.

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