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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Plant City, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Plant City, FL

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Taylor S.


Plant City, FL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college student seeking employment on a part-time/occasional need basis. I have experience with newborns up to age 12. My brother, being 10 years younger than me, has given me much experience of interacting and watching over children of many ages. My numerous nanny jobs have included tasks such as school pick-up,...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Taylor interviewed with us and babysat our 7 month old baby for 1/2 day. She was great and kept her on schedule. Also showed up on time. Highly recommend."

Sangita L.

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Andrea S.


Plant City, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have been an on-call babysitter and nanny to special needs children for the past 5 years. I am a mother of two boys myself. I have a 9-year-old autistic boy and a baby. I work from home, so I can adjust my schedule as needed.
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"The kids loved spending the day with her and her son. She sent text to update how they were doing and pictures of them having fun. I would use her again."

Robbie P.

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Andrea S.


Plant City, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver & CNA With Special Needs Experience

I am a mother of an autistic child (ASD, ADHD, SPD, etc.), so I know first hand what it means to care for someone with special needs. I am a CNA, have a college degree, am CPR certified (infant and adult), don't smoke, have my own transportation, have a clean record and am comfortable with pets. I have worked in the healthcare...
Hello! I'm Jaymee, a dedicated caregiver with nine years of experience. I bring a deep understanding and empathetic approach to my work. I am passionate about fostering growth and making a positive impact on the lives of children including adults with special needs. I believe in creating a nurturing environment where...
Jaymee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Katlyn T.


Plant City, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience, but it feels like many more! I grew up with seven brothers and two sisters, I am one of the middle children so I grew up watching and assisting with my younger siblings. I am currently a Paraprofessional. I work with children that have special needs. I really enjoy learning about the world through...
Katlyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I am a blessed mother of three amazing children. A very hard worker, organized, responsible, reliable and have a big heart for kids. I have been working with children for over 20years and the past 5years I have worked with children with special needs.
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Angela B.


Seffner, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recently retired Hillsborough County School Teacher (38 years). I've spent 11 years in Special Education working with elementary age groups. Most of my career was teaching elementary students, but I also had a couple of years experience with high school students. I am patient, dependable and love to help others....
5.0
"Angela has a lot of drive which is good because I don't have any. She motivates me to be active and productive. She helps me with everything from taking the garbage out to working on my puzzle. She always does the dishes and does not criticize if I don't help. I...

Marcia H.

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Marie R.


Lakeland, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I am an Early Childhood Education major with more than 18 years experience, with a speciality area of Children With Special Needs ( Autism, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida.....). I have been trained to feed children with G tubes. I have 15 +years of providing care for newborns and toddlers. I love fostering long relationships with...
Marie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marie is a kind and patient caregiver "

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Jennifer B.


Seffner, FL

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Wanted: Date Nights, Occasional Days/Nights, One-time Full-time Part-time And 24Hr Nanny Positions

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

About me: I have been trained in CPR/First Aid. I've nannied, babysat, taught all ages, special needs children, and have experience with baby led weaning and cloth diapers. I enjoy crafts, reading, taking walks, swimming, etc. I am honest, caring, safe, and a non smoker. I have multiple references on here. I also have a Care...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer has been a great caregiver for our four kids! She has a calm demeanor, which really helps in keeping all the kids calm too. She was very attentive to our infant's needs and always followed our requested routines. She has been very reliable, and we would...

Katie O.

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Brandy M.


Lakeland, FL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.
5.0
"Brandy is very pleasant and accommodating. She has been there for me on short notice when I needed transportation to my doctor appointments. She answered me quickly when I reached out for help."

Marjorie H.

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Lindy Z.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.
Lindy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also...

Kimberly M.

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Shelby L.


Valrico, FL

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 27 years old and I love interacting with and caring for children. I have experience working with children in the childcare for about a year and 4 years working as a nanny , but overall 8 years of experience in nannying & babysitting . I am also DCF certified, CPR certified, & First Aid certified. I believe it is...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids love her! She is also the sweetest."

Chandel G.

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Jasmine P.


Seffner, FL

$14-19/hr

Kind And Compassionate

I'm a kind, compassionate and loving person. I enjoy being around people. I like to shop on my free time. I have 10 + years of experience working with children. I was a teachers assistant for 4. 5 years and I loved working with children with special needs. I have 2 amazing boys who are grown now.
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Arlene P.


Seffner, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have raised 2 children of my own and cared for many, ranging from newborn up to 10 years. I am currently raising my 12-year-old granddaughter who has been residing with me since she was 6 months old. I have also assisted raising my other four grandchildren ages 3-12. I love children and love to spoil them. I am willing to...
Arlene can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jasmine P.


Seffner, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Compassionate

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring and loving. I like caring for children with special needs I'm looking for a job that I'm able to help I started caring for people with special needs when I started with the school district. In my spare time, I like to hang out with my family One thing you should know about...
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Eva C.


Valrico, FL

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I worked with children and teens through high school and college that had Autism and Asperger. I currently work with senior patients but miss being around the younger patients. I am fun and want the best for your loved one. I am reliable and willing to learn and adapt to their daily routine to make life as easy as possible.
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Emily R.


Valrico, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Emily. I am a fifth grade teacher here in Tampa, Florida. I have been working in childcare since I was 14. But I have been working professionally since I was 18. I have worked in respite care and habilitation care with special needs kids since I was 18. And I have been teaching since 2022. I have a degree in...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elisabeth R.


Dover, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced teacher, mother and auntie. I've been caring for children of all ages for over 20 years. Have many years of experience working with children with special needs.
Elisabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

hello I am a college student near tampa, I am highly reliable as well as punctual. i'm fairly new to working outside of a school or babysitting for family. I have experience with special needs or autistic children (working as a paraprofessional at an academy) as well as infants (early childhood education for 4 years) I love...
Sylnyia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Suzanne B.


Valrico, FL

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a preschool teacher with a big heart and a passion for caring for kids, including those with special needs, since my sister has them too. Coming from a huge family, I'm no stranger to juggling lots of responsibilities! I'm certified in life-saving procedures and currently working on my childcare development certification....
Suzanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plant City, FL

Taylor S.

5.0

Taylor interviewed with us and babysat our 7 month old baby for 1/2 day. She was great and kept her on schedule. Also showed up on time. Highly recommend.

- Sangita L.

Andrea S.

5.0

The kids loved spending the day with her and her son. She sent text to update how they were doing and pictures of them having fun. I would use her again.

- Robbie P.

Angela B.

5.0

Angela has a lot of drive which is good because I don't have any. She motivates me to be active and productive. She helps me with everything from taking the garbage out to working on my puzzle. She always does the dishes and does not criticize if I don't help. I really hate dishes. She does very...

- Marcia H.

Marie R.

5.0

Very thoughtful of my children's needs. She is compassionate and understanding.

- Care member

Jennifer B.

5.0

Jennifer has been a great caregiver for our four kids! She has a calm demeanor, which really helps in keeping all the kids calm too. She was very attentive to our infant's needs and always followed our requested routines. She has been very reliable, and we would definitely hire her again!

- Katie O.

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Ratings for Plant City, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Plant City, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.