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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Pinellas Park, FL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Pinellas Park, FL

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Hailey D.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

BIOGRAPHY

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind, and engaging. I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I became the trusted neighborhood babysitter at 16 years old and at 18 became a Big Sister mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay. I have years of experience volunteering for a special needs summer camp...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey! "

Care member

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Ana Maria A.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-45/hr15 yrs exp

Ideal Sitter

I am Critical Care Registered nurse with 2 sons of my own looking to help any family in need. I am comfortable with children of any age as well as with special needs. I am comfortable administering medications as ordered if necessary. ACLS certified.
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CPR

5.0
"She’s the absolute best! Professional all around."

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Katie D.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hi there! My name is Katie and I am 35 years of age. I have extensive experience as a nanny and babysitter, (with a great driving record as well) starting from my high school days as a part-time babysitter to working with those with Autism. In addition, my child caring skills have been honed through years of caring for both...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Katie has been our nanny for over a year for our two boys (age 4 and 7). She provided after school pick up, transportation to their various activities, meal prep and help with their night time routines. She has always been dependable, responsible, sweet, patient...

Christina M.

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Marla M.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello I am Marla, a mother of two adult daughters, married, and a grandmother of an adorable littler girl. I have held a Gold Seal for Quality of Care from the Department of Children and Families I, served CHILDREN, ADULTS, and their FAMILIES privately and through Protective Services and held State and Local background search...
Marla can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Marla Is a meticulous house cleaner I have been very happy with the work that she does I can leave and come back and my house is spotless. I have seen her work with people and she is also very caring and loving to elders I was with her and have gone with...

Margaret C.

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Laura B.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Active Nursing Student Caregiver

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Currently work in nursing home healthcare and assisted living/ hospice settings. I have over 10 years experience in pediatric special needs care. Also, have AED life support, first aide, and CPR certification. All immunizations up to date including Covid vaccine. Specialize in caring for special needs, infants and newborns. Love...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Laura was wonderful for our family. She jumped right in to take over with our two children (2yrs / 4mos) early in the morning and made it easy for us to feel confident handing everything off to her. She was great with both of them and also managed to help out with...

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Celia H.


Seminole, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Prior to having my daughter, I worked for professional businesses 20+ yrs. After I became a mother, I worked in Elem Schools as a sub., teacher assistant & aid to special need children. I worked off & on in schools until I started homeschooling my daughter her 7th grade yr. My daughter is 20 years old. She is a college student ....
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Celia watch my two kids after school. Their ages are 10 and 6. She picked them up from school and would be playing with them when I got home from work. They looked forward to the days she would pick them up. We will continue to use her. I would recommend Celia to...

Katie S.

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Danita M.


Largo, FL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I am a Watertown resident, near Cushing Square. I am the mother of a 23-year-old son who has learning disabilities. I worked in a university for a long time and had a wonderful career. Now I am free to do what I love. And I love caring for children and babies. I'm patient and kind and can soothe the angriest beast. I...
5.0
"Very sweet and was great with my 9 month old! She is a great person and look forward to seeing her again in the future"

Emily D.

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Alexia W.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years childcare experience ranging from infants to 7-year-olds. As an added specialty, I have also worked with children with special needs. I am responsible, fun, and love children. I can work around your schedule and make this a positive experience for your child.
Alexia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alexia is very responsible and engaging. She babysat and tutored my son for 5 years. I couldn't have gotten through without her. She is organized and punctual. She never just sat my son in front of a television. I would recommend her to anyone looking for and...

Meredith Z.

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Marla M.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Need Personal Care Keeping Families Together. Do You Have An Injury And Need Assistance?

I am Marla, a mother of two adult daughters, married, and a grandmother of one adorable little girl. I have held a Gold Seal for Quality of Care from the Department of Children and Families and held State and Local background search for 18 years. I have served children and adults privately and through Protective Services....
5.0
"Marla has has several years working with special needs children and adults and many years of training to parallel this work. She is creative in meeting each person at their developmental abilities with dignity and honor and a whole lot of fun!"

Michael T.

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Betty E.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Betty. I'm a non-smoker certified CNA, HHA, TLC hands-on care provider. I have 10 years of senior care specializing in Alzheimer's/Dementia/Stroke/Parkinson's disease and the medically disabled. I've worked in nursing home, hospital, and hospice and done private care. I've cared for many patients, and I treat everyone...
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Laura R.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Former Teacher / Special Needs Teacher / Tutor / Nanny / Infant Care / Elementary / Middle / Mother's Helper / Summer Fun One-time job requests welcome / Overnights
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Laura was always so kind to our daughter, and kept us updated with pics and text while watching her. My daughter loved her, and so did we. We used her several times and would do so again if we were living close by. "

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Elka S.


Largo, FL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

I worked as a CNA for 3 years and graduated as an LPN in 2006. The last 11 years I have been working in home care. I specialize in Alzheimer's caring, I try to engage each client with mental and physical needs.
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Paul W.


Clearwater, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and compassionate and generally work well with special needs children. I have worked with children and young adults who have had varying degrees of autistic spectrum disorders, physical limitations, emotional and behavioral issues including ADHD, critical allergies, and seizure disorders.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Sydney and I'm currently a junior in college majoring in health science, and hoping to work in child psychology. I've been babysitting since I was 14 for kids of all ages. I also co-led a music class for ages 2-8, and some kids with special needs, for 4 years. I have my own transportation and I'm fully vaccinated. In my...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Sydney is a sweet and kind person. She is wonderful and caring with my baby girl. Loved having her in our home and fully trust her with my little princess."

Mimi Q.

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Kristy O.


Seminole, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced High Profile Nanny Looking For Babysitting Opportunities

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for the last 20 years for 3 different families. I was with one family for 11 years who had 4 kids. I was lucky enough to have traveled the world with them and I got to experience many once in a life time moments. I have also been a part-time nanny for a family with three kids. Both families were high profile...
Kristy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kristy was great with the kids! She brought lots of fun activities, kept the kids entertained and was very professional. "

Devon G.

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Gretchen R.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$16-50/hr2 yrs exp

My Experience

I have always enjoyed working with kids. I started volunteering teaching Sunday school at my church when I was in middle school. I mostly worked with kids ages 2-6, but have experience working with younger and older children. I volunteered in that role throughout high school and loved it. I became one of the lead teachers as...
5.0
"From the moment Gretchen walked in through the door her focus was solely on my son. He loved her and the attention she gave him. She played whatever games or silly activity that he wanted. As parents we felt completely comfortable leaving him in her care. "

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Grace G.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

(I am a full time college student and currently studying abroad until the end of January, if you're looking for someone for that time, please let me know!) I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am the oldest of 3 kids and have been babysitting them since I was 9 years old. I...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace watched my children at our hotel on St. Pete Beach. She taught them fun pool games and kept them fed and entertained at the playground and game room. Highly recommend!"

Angela K.

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Helen G.


Largo, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Helenita G and friends and family call me Helen, 44 year's old. I have 14 year's experience as a caregiver, I am a licensed CNA in the state of Florida. I am very dedicated, reliable and trustworthy worker. I help my patients emotionally, physically active, medication reminders, meal preparation, doctor appointments,...
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Ashley S.


Largo, FL

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Trained Nanny

I have 5 years of experience in ABA therapy and am a certified ESE and k-6 teacher. I've been babysitting since I was 12 and started specializing in special needs children in college.
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emily G.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver- Working With All Ages Infant To Young Adult/experience With Special Needs

Caring for children has always been a part of my life! Growing up in a large family, I was surrounded by children, including my older sister with special needs, cousins, and the infants and toddlers my family fostered. My interest in Child Develop, led me to earning a degree in Family and Child Sciences. In college, I led a club...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pinellas Park, FL

Hailey D.

5.0

Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey!

- Care member

Ana Maria A.

5.0

She’s the absolute best! Professional all around.

- Care member

Katie D.

5.0

Katie has been our nanny for over a year for our two boys (age 4 and 7). She provided after school pick up, transportation to their various activities, meal prep and help with their night time routines. She has always been dependable, responsible, sweet, patient and flexible. My boys absolutely...

- Christina M.

Marla M.

5.0

Marla Is a meticulous house cleaner I have been very happy with the work that she does I can leave and come back and my house is spotless. I have seen her work with people and she is also very caring and loving to elders I was with her and have gone with her to several of her jobs and...

- Margaret C.

Laura B.

5.0

Laura was wonderful for our family. She jumped right in to take over with our two children (2yrs / 4mos) early in the morning and made it easy for us to feel confident handing everything off to her. She was great with both of them and also managed to help out with a bunch of things around the house...

- Care member

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