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100 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Petersburg, FL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Saint Petersburg, FL
Marla M.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Need Personal Care Keeping Families Together. Do You Have An Injury And Need Assistance?
5.0
(7)
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 is both caring and helpful. From the first meeting with her, she put me at ease by keeping the conversation comfortable, allowing me to share deeper subjects at my own pace. The more time I spent under her care the more I found myself opening up to her and...
Tyler J.
5.0
(4)
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & 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.
5.0
(1)
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.
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Attentive, caring, thoughtful, and so kind! Can’t forget extremely pleasant too! 10/10 would (will) hire again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Nadine, I am from Staten Island, New York, but recently moved to Tampa, and I love it. I am a high school graduate, and am looking forward to studying early childhood education. I have been babysitting since the age of 9 for my cousins, and by the age of 12 I was babysitting for families and caring for my newborn...
Nadine can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nadine has been a wonderful nanny to our two boys. She takes them on walks, reads to them, plays with them and more. Our boys adore her. In fact, after we got a new nanny, our son kept asking for Nadine instead. We were sad when she had to leave us to take care of...
Desilyn C.
Sydney M.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
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.
Kendall K.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$13-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Currently a college student looking for jobs nannying! Whether you need something weekly, or just someone for occasional date nights, I'm more than happy to help! I love kids and have years of experience nannying, babysitting, house sitting and pet sitting. I can babysit for kids of all ages including infants and I have...
Kendall can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kendall has been picking up our daughter (13) from school 1-2x per week and taking her to after school activities for over a year. She has a delightful personality and our daughter really likes her. She has been on-time and reliable. Occasionally, she has also...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a positive, energetic and caring mother of one, and a grandmother to one grandson. I've spent most of my career in the corporate arena; however, due to my love of children, I have volunteered and cared for children, from infants to teenagers, for over 40 + years. With the birth of my grandson eight and a half years ago, I...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Pam has been a Godsend to us since the moment she started with us and is now part of our extended family! She has a way with kids that you can tell she truly loves what she does and treats them as if they were her own. My daughter lights up every time she sees her...
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Hannah F.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am looking for babysitting opportunities.
I am currently working on my bachelors in human services with a concentration on youth and families. I work weekdays as an RBT, working with children with disabilities.
I have experience with kids as young as 6 weeks old to 18 years old. For the last 8 years...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah has been such an asset to our family! My daughter absolutely loves her and she connects so well with children. You can tell she genuinely loves kids and babies!"
Jennifer S.
Grace G.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & 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.
4.9
(10)
I am Marla, a mother of two adult daughters, married, and energetic grandmother of a precious baby girl. I have held a Gold Seal for Quality of Care from the Department of Children and Families and held high standing State and Local background search for 18 years ran by Department of Children and Families. I have served children...
Marla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marla is very trustworthy and dependable. I'm certain you'll be happy with her work; in whatever capacity you hire her for!"
Michelle D.
5.0
(9)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Laura for a few hours and she was great with the kids. My daughter suddenly felt ill and Laura was so attentive and really went beyond what I expected for a sitter. She monitored her temperature and gave her cold compresses until we got home to medicate...
Andrew A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mia. I am a creative young woman, naturally attuned to care for children with empathy, respect and patience. I have experience caring for children ages 6mo-13, as well as special needs children (4-6). I have a safe vehicle and a safe driving record, let me help you!
Mia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My husband and I decided to escape the NY cold and travelled to FL with our 6 year old for the month of February. During this time, our daughter had remote classes and we had full remote work schedules. We hired Mia to support & tutor our daughter during school...
Care member
4.8
(6)
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, respite care, personal care, live-in home 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.
I have worked at an assisted living facility, I continue to provide private duty care for patients in long term care facilities and at their homes, and have also cared for my own special needs daughter for 12 years. I am currently in level 3 of the RN nursing program at St Petersburg College and will be off for the summer.
Hi I live in Calabasas and if u need some help ! I am here to help you, have CPR and first Aid, I have references upon request!
Hi, I'm Matt. I have spent many years working with neurodiverse children and adults, as students, campers, tutees, and mentees. I am currently in graduate school to receive a masters in social work with a special needs-focused Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies certification. I get along great with all kids, whether they...
This past year I had the opportunity to work in Australia as the lead teacher in a Special School. I had a class of 6 high school boys with varying special needs and absolutely loved it! I would love the opportunity to work with these amazing individuals again. After 4 years of teaching High School at a public school, I believe...
Antonia H.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Baby-Sitter For Children With Special Needs
I have been taking care of a child with Autism for three years, I am passionate about what I do because they are amazing to be around and help them to learn everyday skills for their future. I am CPR, First Aid, recipient rights, Blood Born Pathogens, cultural competency, English proficiency.
Betty E.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$15-25/hr • 8 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Petersburg, FL
Marla M.
5.0
Marla is both caring and helpful. From the first meeting with her, she put me at ease by keeping the conversation comfortable, allowing me to share deeper subjects at my own pace. The more time I spent under her care the more I found myself opening up to her and asking for guidance about...
- Tyler J.
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.
Ana Maria A.
5.0
She’s the absolute best! Professional all around.
- Care member
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
Nadine E.
5.0
Nadine is amazing with our four year old son. He loves being with her and she takes great care of him!
- Cassie R.
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Ratings for Saint Petersburg, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Petersburg, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 100 listed special needs caregivers.