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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 $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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Rhonda K.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiving, Errands, Pet Care, Home/property Care

5.0

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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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Lorraine F.


Oldsmar, FL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.0

(8)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I am a 66-year-old mother of two grown daughters and five grandchildren. I have been taking care of my grandchildren for the past 17 years. Now that the last one is going to school, I miss being a caregiver and being around little ones. I am energetic and fun-loving. I enjoy taking walks, going to the park and playing games. I...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lorraine cared for my son from the time he was 3-months-old until he turned 4-years-old. She was loving, caring and always dependable. I worked full-time so I needed someone who would be there every day without fail. She always came through with a smile. Anyone...

Nicole F.

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Kaylee G.


New Port Richey, FL

$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Kaylee

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi - My name is Kaylee and I recently finished my AA degree here in Florida while playing on a volleyball scholarship. During the time of playing volleyball, I coached ages 11-13-year-olds. I have nanny experience and absolutely love kids, I hope to be able to connect with your family. I am currently enrolled in my Bachelors...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaylee was such a pleasure to have before we moved! She watched my twins, J. and C., from ages 8 months to 2.5 years and came in eager to work every single day with a smile on her face. If I could have taken her with our family to our new location, I absolutely...

Carrie H.

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Holly P.


Tampa, FL

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Learning Through Creativity And Curiosity

Ever since my very first job at 15 as an After School Tutor I have spent my life caring for, teaching, and helping others. My career includes time spent as an Assistant Ballet Instructor, an Exhibit Educator at The Florida Aquarium, a Lead Teacher in PreK-4 and PreK-3 classrooms, and a Nanny for children ages 6 months to 5...
Holly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Holly is fabulous and my kids LOVE her-- I need to learn some of the songs and crafts she does. She is well trained and formally educated. I felt comfortable knowing she has taught school for 5 years and has experience dealing with children with both medical and...

Katie S.

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Lorraine F.


Oldsmar, FL

$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lorraine. I have a great deal of experience working with ASD and administering Insulin using a Diabetic Insulin Machine. I enjoy helping people in need. I look forward to assisting you or your loved one.
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Andressa D.


Tampa, FL

$20-25/hr • 5 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, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Melissa B.


Lutz, FL

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA Pharmacy Tech

FL Licensed CNA and Pharmacy Tech have cared for broad range of patients from special needs children to elder care, including dementia and hospice care. Medication management and light housekeeping is fine, as are pets!
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia, transportation & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Julia W.


Oldsmar, FL

$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Prior experience working as an elementary school resource officer. Worked closely with special needs children. CPR certified, first aid trained, etc.
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anoosha K.


Tampa, FL

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

I have more than 10 years of childcare experience, from various camps to babysitting/nannying and preschool teaching; I am passionate about children and childcare. I am looking for families to help part-time. I am open to learning new methods of childcare and definitely interested in interactive experiences, as I enjoy hands-on,...
Anoosha can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Eliane C.


Lutz, FL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have been taking care for a boy for 2 1/2 years. He had a PT and SP delay. I took him to his therapy as well as worked at my home, motivating and reinforcing the techniques I learned while being at this private therapy. Also being an art and music teacher myself, back in Brazil, I love to play with him, create new things that...
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Kelly A W.


New Port Richey, FL

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Kelly and I am a retired LPN with over 20 years of working in many various settings. I am an excellent caretaker and although retired am very young for my age and have been working part time off and on as a nanny since. I have excellent references and look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for your time, Kelly
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Trista W.


Tampa, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

4th Grade Teacher Looking For A Summer Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a VE Resource teacher with Hillsborough County. I have also taught a 4th grade reading and writing and 3rd grade Math/Science as well as Reading/Writing. In 2022, I was selected as my school's Teacher of the Year and went on to become the Top 5 Teachers of the Year for all of Hillsborough County. I graduated...
Trista can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley L.


New Port Richey, FL

$13-15/hr

Teacher Looking For Summer Work!

My degree is in Elementary Education as well as Special Needs education. I love working with kids and helping them grow into who they are meant to be.
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Harmonee E.


Lutz, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hi! I have been working with children for over 20yrs. I've been a nanny as well as a teacher (early childhood through 1st grade). I've taken care of newborns- teens, multiples, and special needs children. I am also a single mother to 2 amazing boys. I am very patient, caring, & hands on when it comes to learning activities. I...
Harmonee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Emily N.


New Port Richey, FL

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun-sized Sitter With Serious Experience

Hello parents! I am an fun, energetic and experienced person who is a child magnet which could be why I have found myself with 15+ years of working with children, five of those with special need students in a school setting. I connect almost immediately with most children and can get on their level easily with my...
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Hannah T.


Tampa, FL

$13-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

I worked at a group home for children/adults with special needs and developmental disabilities. Mainly had to do with behavioral issues and helping them get adjusted to their everyday lives. My tasks as a care giver included helping them bathe, get ready for school, cook 3 meals a day, laundry, house keeping, and giving...
5.0
"Hannah worked for me providing direct care for children with developmental disabilities. Hannah was able to de-escalate extreme behaviors through her training as a behavior assist. Hannah was a great team player, extremely reliable and most importantly- provided a...

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Yeimily O.


Tampa, FL

$20-23/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Yeimily & I am 25 years old. I live in Tampa, FL. I am a Project Coordinator for an Architectural firm. I've been involved with children all my life. I first started with watching and pretty much raising my special needs little brother when I was 9 and from there I was watching all my cousins and neighborhood...
Yeimily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Nadya D.


Tampa, FL

$14-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Nadya, and I would like to offer my services as a nanny. I have many years of experience working with children, including raising my three children, who are now 12, 7, and 4 years old. I understand the nuances of caring for children at different stages of their development and know how to create a safe and supportive...
Nadya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mary-Ann A.


Tampa, FL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Assistant APD Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Assistant APD Teacher State of Florida Online and In Person Tutoring Available Reading Readiness Assistant APD Teacher Literacy Volunteer for Hillsborough County Library.
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Trisha L.


Tampa, FL

$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Trisha L and I am interested in the position. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Human Development and Family Studies. My career experience thus far has been: Direct Support Professional (DSP) to adults with intellectual disabilities. I moved up to an QIDP/Case Manager for 16 individuals with varying intellectual...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Odessa, FL

Rhonda K.

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 been very difficult for him and our...

- Care member

Lorraine F.

5.0

Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter said it's like having an extra grandma! She is always on time. She is also very flexible! My husband and I have very unpredictable jobs and she...

- Haley S.

Kaylee G.

5.0

Kaylee was such a pleasure to have before we moved! She watched my twins, J. and C., from ages 8 months to 2.5 years and came in eager to work every single day with a smile on her face. If I could have taken her with our family to our new location, I absolutely would have. She was patient, caring,...

- Carrie H.

Holly P.

5.0

Holly is fabulous and my kids LOVE her-- I need to learn some of the songs and crafts she does. She is well trained and formally educated. I felt comfortable knowing she has taught school for 5 years and has experience dealing with children with both medical and special needs, she was recommended to...

- Katie S.

Hannah T.

5.0

Hannah worked for me providing direct care for children with developmental disabilities. Hannah was able to de-escalate extreme behaviors through her training as a behavior assist. Hannah was a great team player, extremely reliable and most importantly- provided a standard of care for the children...

- Care member

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