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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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Ashliegh E.


Tampa, FL

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

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As a creative, calm, and experienced child care provider, I bring four years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities to the table. From my days as a summer camp counselor to my current role as a Registered Behavior Technician, I've consistently fostered fun, engaging environments where children feel safe...
Ashliegh can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"If you're looking for a caregiver that genuinely loves what they do, Ashliegh is the one. She watched my 10 year old cousin and he absolutely loved her. She's always on time and always available when I need her. We wish we could hire her time full time. Best nanny...

Jordan G.

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Juanita L.


Tampa, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Former Bilingual Educator/Healthcare Professional Ready To Change Roles For A Caring Job Opportunity

I am choosing to be a childcare provider because I am ready to help young families provide a loving and safe option for in home childcare. I am a college graduate who speaks both English and Spanish equally, and willing to teach Spanish to your babies if interested. I have worked in the healthcare sector most of my adults years...
5.0
"I highly recommend Juanita for caregiver as she always takes very good care of my three children. She is great with all ages been looking after my kids since they were born! "

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Alexis K.


Wesley Chapel, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Tutor

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

A brief biography- any questions, please message me! -babysitting 12+ years experience -camp counselor for 5 years -public school teacher for 5 years -tutored, babysat, and transported twins -cared for five children at once -kindergarten religious school teacher I have taken care of students with special needs...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexis watched our three boys multiple times, and they all loved her. She is very calm and patient with them which is all we ever wanted. Thank you Alexis!"

Amy D.

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Kelly R.


Tampa, FL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Educator Available For Full Time Nanny Role!

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

Please see my vast qualifications below! -15+ years of Extensive Childcare Experience with Infants/Toddlers -Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Course work completed -15+ years as an Educator (Nursery, Pre-K, Begindergarten, Kindergarten, and First Grade Teacher) -Travel Nanny -Overnight Nanny -Multiples...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kelly is an amazing professional caregiver who handled both our infant and toddler for more than a year, including planning enriching/fun activities, meal prep and so much more. There's not enough space to list everything wonderful about her. Highly and...

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Courtney W.


Wesley Chapel, FL

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Safe, And CPR Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thanks for visiting my profile! I'm Courtney and my goal on Care is to meet a family I can partner with to provide quality care. I believe in meeting children where they are developmentally and learning how I can become a support to a family to assist parents. I have experience caring for ages newborn - 10 years old. I...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Courtney was an intern for my company. She worked hard and worked well. She was able to handle multiple tasks at a time, was diligent in her research and was effective, efficient and genuinely caring about the tasks she had to complete. As someone who's known...

Kelly A.

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Hannah T.


Lakeland, FL

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Caring And Hardworking Babysitter

My name is Hannah and I am 26 years old. As the second eldest of five children taking care of all aged children is innate for me. I have babysat for families from 1 child to 5 children, aging from 1-16 years old. Over the course of my high school life, I was a "regular" sitter for 8 different families. One of the little boys I...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We used Hannah in July while visiting Orange Beach. Our kids loved her and she seemed to enjoy them as well. We would happily hire her again."

Jennifer G.

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Aspen C.


Zephyrhills, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I started working in childcare when I was 17. I am First Aid and CPR trained and can be with multiple kids at one time. I am most comfortable with younger children as that is the age group that I worked with the most but have been with up to school aged children. Since I was 13, I've babysat a child with special needs and know...
Aspen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Aspen was fantastic! We needed last-minute care at a sports competition after our previously scheduled childcare provider canceled. Aspen was great with my 7yo son during a very long day of competition, and my 10yo daughter once she was done competing! Would...

Debbie F.

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Jacquelyn S.


Brandon, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time , Date Nights, Weekends, Pick Ups, Overnights

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Retired mom of 3 grown children and 4 adorable granddaughters. I'm a 2012 Michigan transplant. Since in Florida I have been a full time nanny. I currently have a full time nanny position, but am available for date nights , pick ups, weekends , overnights. I have special needs experience... both autism and physical disabilities....
Jacquelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jacque has helped me and my family out 4 times so far. She responds quickly and is very reliable. My kids took to her quickly, especially my 15 month old who she has spent a little more time with. We would highly, highly recommend her! She's great!"

Alexandria W.

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Shannon L.


Brandon, FL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care for Children of All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience in household management/bookkeeping/nannying/care giving since the age of 14. I have cared for many children , and love to spend my day with them. They are the future leaders of tomorrow! I love the outdoors , and believe active kids are great healthy kids. I have experience with special need as...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Shannon is a life saver!!! We found ourselves in a position where we needed a regular sitter with very little notice. Shannon was more than willing to help and has really helped up out! *BONUS* Our kids LOVE her and she is great with our youngest son who has autism...

Rachel A.

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Francene P.


Brandon, FL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver W/Nursing Background (FT-PT-as Needed)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive background dealing with a large, diverse client base, both as a nurse and with my private clients. I am also comfortable with a variety of medical conditions including celiac's, Down syndrome, diabetes (monitoring & treatment) and autism. My work ethic is strong and reliable. I use compassion and humor both in...
5.0
"Francene has great passion for her work. She was wonderful with our son who has quite complex needs. He enjoyed his time with her, including lots of outdoor activities. Francene is able to balance being very efficient at caregiver duties while also being energetic...

Bridget J.

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Alivia M.


Tampa, FL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

The Fun Sitter!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I'm Alivia! I am an experienced nanny/babysitter/ mother's helper. I have a 6-year-old boy and I have a 10-year-old daughter. I'm also a dog, chickens, cat and goat mom! So I'm pet friendly! I have experience watching multiple kids at a time and twins! I have special needs experience, and newborn experience as well. I am willing...
Alivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"My kids love going to Alivia! She is very hands on and is always doing different activities with the kids. She is well organized and has a set schedule for the children. When I pick up my kids they don’t want to leave! Would recommend her to everyone she is amazing...

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Caryl B.


Zephyrhills, FL

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Special Educator For Students Of All Ages

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

25+ years teaching people (K-adults) privately/homeschooling. I teach, engage, encourage, reinforce and maintain academics and behavioral expectations. Also, for my adult students, let me help you with personal/transitional/CEUs. Let's talk! I can help!
5.0
"She is an excellent tutor! We are very happy having her! "

Jing B.

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Tracy H.


Riverview, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

NANNY!!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am known to the children as Nanny Tracy! I will love your children as my own : ) . Your Little One will be nurtured , taught age related Curriculum and have FUN! I am a Newborn Twins Specialist / Youth Care Provider. I have a Nursing Medical Background (STNA) and Special Needs Training. I am Flexible to have Childcare...
Tracy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tracy is one of the most loyal and loving people that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She is extremely hard working and dedicated to providing a warm, caring and educational experience for children. I personally have infant twins, and Tracy is able to...

Sarah G.

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Anna M.


Thonotosassa, FL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hi i m Anna I love children of all ages and pets i m very patient when it comes to kids . I have babysat many kids and baby's I have a sister who is special needs so I have a 3 year experience with that.
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Victoria M.


Lakeland, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...
Victoria can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."

Wilma D.

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Cayden P.


Brandon, FL

$15-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Cayden P and I am an almost college graduate with a major in criminology from the university of south florida. I am 23 and have been nannying professionally since I was 17, starting with twins with special needs. For the past 2 years I have been a certified nursing assistant, one year being at Tampa General...
Cayden can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Cayden was terrific with our son. She was responsible and very mature for her age. I had to change her hours at the last minute and she was very understanding and flexible. She is warm, has good energy and our son loved her. We will definitely hire again the next...

Lisa C.

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Amali A.


Wesley Chapel, FL

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Large Family Oriented Medical Student

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Registered pharmacy technician, insured HHA, practicing CNA, and college student pursuing nursing. Caring has always been a strong trait of mine since childhood; professionally babysitting for many years and now moving onto medical care for all ages! However, I cannot let go of babysitting due to all the joy and happiness it...
Amali can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Very sweet and caring babysitter. Helped me with my son while I was sick and my husband was out of town. She even came with her own first aid kit that she used on my son from a previous injury he had. Will hire her again"

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Mikayla C.


Tampa, FL

$15-200/hr4 yrs exp

Part- Time Tutor/caregiver Fun-loving And Reliable

3.6

(5)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, welcome to my profile I'm so glad you found me! I am a former early childhood educator. Well vested in extensive early preschool and school age care my duties included feeding, supervising, teaching, and entertaining youth from infants to 12 years of age. I began working with children at the age of 16 and quickly found...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Mikayla is the sweetest baby sitter. My daughter loves her. She watched my 6 month-old baby while I went for an interview. Right from the moment I met her, I knew I could trust her to take good care of my baby."

Hafisat O.

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Lauren G.


Tampa, FL

$13-15/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

CPR certified. Currently an Elementary Education Bachelors student, graduating December 2023. 8 years experience with children ranging from newborn to age 12, including those with special needs. Love doing crafts, playing outdoors, and baking with the kids! Energetic, always on time, and very patient. Available weeknights 4 and...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lauren took care of our little guy for just over 9 months. When she moved away, she gave ample notice and we were sad to see her go. She was great with our guy at helping him play, grow, and just be a kid. She will be missed, but that means some other family is...

Michael B.

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Halei B.


Brandon, FL

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Halei! I am an older sister to five younger siblings, two of whom were adopted from China and one with special needs. I have taken several babysitting jobs and pet sitting jobs and I have had an amazing time building experiences with various families. I am a recent graduate from the University of Florida and I...
Halei can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Halei was a nanny for my toddler for about 1 year and a few moths and she truly became a part of my family. Halei brings so much energy and love into the home and my toddler absolutely loves and adores her. Halei is punctual, reliable, caring, and takes feedback...

Zohaad H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Plant City, FL

Ashliegh E.

5.0

If you're looking for a caregiver that genuinely loves what they do, Ashliegh is the one. She watched my 10 year old cousin and he absolutely loved her. She's always on time and always available when I need her. We wish we could hire her time full time. Best nanny ever!!

- Jordan G.

Juanita L.

5.0

She was with our family since my first baby was 3 weeks old. She was always on time and willing to go above and beyond, she loved our child like her own. We’re looking forward to hiring her again when we have another child!

- Care member

Alexis K.

5.0

Alexis watched our three boys multiple times, and they all loved her. She is very calm and patient with them which is all we ever wanted. Thank you Alexis!

- Amy D.

Kelly R.

5.0

Kelly is an amazing professional caregiver who handled both our infant and toddler for more than a year, including planning enriching/fun activities, meal prep and so much more. There's not enough space to list everything wonderful about her. Highly and unreservedly recommend!

- Care member

Courtney W.

5.0

Courtney was an intern for my company. She worked hard and worked well. She was able to handle multiple tasks at a time, was diligent in her research and was effective, efficient and genuinely caring about the tasks she had to complete. As someone who's known her for years personally and has seen...

- Kelly A.

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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.