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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Odessa, FL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Odessa, FL

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Claire S.


Odessa, FL

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...

Sarah P.

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Carla T.


Odessa, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

A veteran teacher with more than 15 years of experience. I am currently working as an elementary teacher for children with special needs. The majority of my students have severe intellectual disabilities with various medical needs. My training is not only to teach students with challenging intellectual abilities but also to...
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Julia Z.


Odessa, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I live in Odessa. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing etc. I am blessed to be a Mother and Nonna. I cared for my disabled ex husband for 25+ yrs out of our 32 yr marriage. I worked at a private school in New Jersey for emotionally & behaviorally challenged children. I also was a live-in nanny for a...
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sydney C.


Odessa, FL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

More About Me!

I'm excited to offer my services as a dedicated and loving nanny/babysitter. With 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and fun environment where kids can thrive. I believe in creating a safe and stimulating environment that promotes learning and creativity. I enjoy...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Caitlyn M.


Odessa, FL

$16/hr3 yrs exp

My Experience

Hello my name is Caitlyn. I have worked with children for about 5 years now. My experience ranges from summer camp counseling to babysitting. As well I have worked in a special needs school for 2 years, where age ranged from kindergarten to 8th grade. I have experience with all types of children and am able to create a fun and...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Evelyn K.


Odessa, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Evening/ Weekend/ Date Night Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an easygoing girl, who has over four years of childcare experience. In addition to my job as a private kindergarten tutor, I have over a year of experience as a lead teacher in a preschool, and experience with watching children in many different ways and places, including babysitting, leading children's church activities and...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Emily R.


Odessa, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an active college student pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. I have 10+ years of child care. I am currently an instructional assistant at a local elementary school. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, gentle, and understanding I'm looking for a job that allows for a work- life balance I started working...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Julia Z.


Odessa, FL

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I live in Odessa. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing etc. I am blessed to be a Mother and Nonna. I cared for my disabled ex husband for 25+ yrs out of our 32 yr marriage. I worked at a private school in New Jersey for emotionally & behaviorally challenged children. I also was a live-in nanny for a...
Julia can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
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Mackenzie C.


New Port Richey, FL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

High School Special Needs Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

High school special needs teacher with 6 years of experience. Teaching students with significant disabilities on alternative curriculum, behavioral monitoring, and positive reinforcement.
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Judy R.


New Port Richey, FL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse Special Needs Or Otherwise -Pediatric

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse for almost 40 Years. We have recently moved to Trinity I have the past 15 plus years have done pediatric home care and have taken the child to school full time days where I maintained all aspects of her care including medically and educationally. My experience includes GT tubes- mickey...
5.0
"Amazing find!! Perfect fit for my family."

Elizabeth B.

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Maryann A.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

New Parent/Baby Doula Newborn Sleep Doula CNA/HHA Student Grad 2025 (Alzheimer's, Dementia/Diabetes/Hospice) * Aging and Disabled VA Provider * APD Florida Train (Special Needs) * Medicare/Medicaid Med Waiver Provider * APD Disability Canine Training Provider * Literacy Tutor Volunteer for Hillsborough County Education...
5.0
"Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies."

Megan H.

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Rosa R.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rosa, I am 23 years old, and have a very "sunshine-filled" personality! I grew up with four younger siblings and assisting my mother in her in-home daycare with children 3mo-16 years old. I am a very creative and imaginative individual, being proficient in music, art, writing, cooking/baking, acting, etc! I am an...
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very sweet girl, my kids enjoy having her. She's always been on time and her rates are reasonable. "

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Lori D.


New Port Richey, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mom/Grammy With Lots Of Patients And Compassion...

Patient, loving and reliable! I have worked in many fields of nursing from hospice to home-care and I also worked in hospitals with oncology, neurology and ortho patients. I also attended 2 years of RN school but due to unforeseen circumstance I was 4 months shy of completion. I'm a mom of 2 older children and I have 5...
5.0
"Lorie cared for me after a extensive back surgery. Lori is friendly and kind. She was always on time and has a very pleasant personality. She is very intuitive about my needs and did everything that was required of her and was always pleasant. She even cared for my...

Debra S.

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Andrea B.


Lutz, FL

$23-30/hr20 yrs exp

Outdoor Sitter/Sports Lover

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I simply love children and I enjoy spending time with them. I love spending time outdoors and I am not a TV sitter. Nothing is more exciting to see than a smile you put on a child's face when they are enjoying their time with you. I aim to please both the adult and the child. I have special needs experience as well,
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Andrea was excellent with my daughter, she exceeded my expectations. My daughter asked if she could be her permanent sitter. Thank you Andrea for making N.'s day so memorable."

Marjorie R.

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Olga S.


New Port Richey, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Live In Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience caring for people with special needs, such as seniors, Alzheimer's patients and patients with Parkinson's. I have experience to assist with day-to-day activities, helping with bathing, feeding, dressing, taking medications, shopping, going out, etc. I am neat, clean, well organized, and have a...
Olga can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care
5.0
"You can always count on Olga! She is trustworthy and kind. Olga cared for my mother for over a year as she journeyed through the end stages of Alzheimer's dementia. Olga, being very intelligent and intuitive, was able to navigate my mother and our family through...

Margaret B.

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Reyna S.


Tampa, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

San Diego High

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 yrs. of experience as a healthcare provider. CNA, CPR, and first aid certified. My specialty is in geriatrics, but I've also cared for children with special needs in a hospital setting. Throughout the years I have acquired a vast amount of knowledge and experience in my field. My best asset is the compassionate...
Reyna can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Very caring . A take charge sort of person who sees what needs to be done and follows through. I have no reservations about highly recommending Rayna who helped care for my 105 year old mother."

Barbara L.

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Andrea B.


Lutz, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked in a children's home with abused, neglected, and abandoned children for 5 years. I love working with special needs children, and have acquired the patience needed in order to do so.
5.0
"We are so lucky to have met Andrea! Our first request was for a date night, but something came up and we had to leave out of town instead. She was so accommodating and proactive. She jumped right in and spent 2 nights with our special needs son and our dog. She...

Cristina P.

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Hope S.


Lutz, FL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a Navy Mom of two. We're a very active family, who loves sports and activities in the city. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age children, and Special Needs. My youngest is on the Spectrum so I am very comfortable and confident in helping with the needs your child might have. I like to plan activities for...
Hope can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is wonderful! Did an amazing job with our baby who warmed up to her right away. "

Evangeline H.

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Dayanara V.


Tampa, FL

$22-30/hr4 yrs exp

A Little Insight Into Who I Am

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as energetic, attentive, creative and open minded! I started working with kids when I was in high school, right after my little sister was born. I helped out with her most days and after gaining that experience with her for a few years I started to babysit for friends and family after school and on...
Dayanara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"We LOVE Dani! She is wonderful with all 3 kids, all at the same time (4-13 years old) and one on one. She is organized and cleans the house well. She is a calming presence in our home, and she goes above and beyond. We are devastated the scheduling isn’t working...

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Rhonda K.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving, Errands, Pet Care, Home/property Care

I have 7 years of experience with 4 different home health agencies and have also done work privately. I am CPR certified and have completed many healthcare courses. I have managed a large medical practice for many years. I have also privately cared for pets & homes, run errands, cleaned properties, and managed commercial real...
5.0
"Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good care of my younger brother who was diagnosed with ALS 4 years ago. She even makes him smile and laugh, something that has...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Odessa, FL

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.

Judy R.

5.0

Amazing find!! Perfect fit for my family.

- Elizabeth B.

Maryann A.

5.0

Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies.

- Megan H.

Rosa R.

5.0

Very sweet girl, my kids enjoy having her. She's always been on time and her rates are reasonable.

- Care member

Lori D.

5.0

Lorie cared for me after a extensive back surgery. Lori is friendly and kind. She was always on time and has a very pleasant personality. She is very intuitive about my needs and did everything that was required of her and was always pleasant. She even cared for my cat and went around the...

- Debra S.

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