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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Odessa, 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 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Jenna S.


Odessa, FL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello. I am a dog mom to Loki & a cat mom to Bear. I am also a licensed esthetician working around my nanny schedule. I have worked with all ages in my time with children. I recently have had the wonderful experience with being a nanny to a 9-month-old. I am eager to gain more experience and care for your childs needs. I have...
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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Evelyn K.


Odessa, FL

$21/hr4 yrs exp

Evening/ Weekend/ Date Night Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an easygoing girl, who has over three years of childcare experience. In addition to my job as a lead teacher in a preschool, I have experience with watching children in many different ways and places, babysitting, leading children's church activities and Sunday school, helping with my own siblings and foster siblings, and...
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emily R.


Odessa, FL

$19/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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance & more
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Penny D.


Odessa, FL

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Patient & Loving Caregiver

I have the patience of a saint, I am told. I have worked with young children with Down Syndrome, two autistic children, and profoundly disabled women in a group home setting for 2 years.
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Penny D.


Odessa, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Nanny

Hi, I have been a loving and caring nanny since 2015. I am currently caring for a special needs woman, who is nonverbal, in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Unfortunately, her father is retiring, and no longer needs my services. I was caring for an infant, 3 months old, and I absolutely adored him, but this family moved to Arizona. I...
Penny can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Larissa K.


Odessa, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Many Years Of Different Experience Working With Children

Hi! My name is Larissa and I absolutely love working with children! I have 7 of my own that have mostly grew up already. I also have many years of experience doing foster care including special needs children. I took many different classes on child development and care over the years. I have worked in a daycare, homeschooled my...
Larissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Carlos R.


New Port Richey, FL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs Kids And Adults!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience: - 7 years experience working with special needs kids and adults with autism, learning disability, and traumatic backgrounds. - Worked previously as a Registered behavior technician for 2yrs for in home therapy and in classroom. I also worked in the special education department as a Para Educator for a little over...
Carlos can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Carlos was amazing with our 10 year son so much so that our son tried to book him for next year's vacation! Carlos did a great job entertaining and playing with him. He followed our nightly routine and had him sleeping before we returned from our anniversary date!...

Tiffany C.

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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

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

New Parent/Baby Doula Newborn Sleep Doula CNA/HHA Student Grad 2024 (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

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 16 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rosa was able to help me with a very last minute request. My son had a great time. She was easy to communicate with and arrived on time. Thank you so much Rosa!"

Leilani S.

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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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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: Home modification, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, visiting nurse
5.0
"Olga was with us just for 3 weeks taking wonderful care of my mom before she left us quickly. We welcomed Olga to our family and my mom loved her. She is loving, gentle, and a true professional taking care of an elderly woman's needs from medication schedules, to...

Carol D.

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Carley R.


Lutz, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with the Inspire Foundation for years and have learned a lot about caring for children and teens with disabilities
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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, home modification, hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Reyna is a very professional, reliable and thorough caregiver- probably the best we have encountered using this site. We felt comfortable knowing that she was taking care of our loved one."

Sally W.

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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.

Carlos R.

5.0

Carlos was amazing with our 10 year son so much so that our son tried to book him for next year's vacation! Carlos did a great job entertaining and playing with him. He followed our nightly routine and had him sleeping before we returned from our anniversary date! I was a little worried but my...

- Tiffany C.

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

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