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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sarasota, FL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Sarasota, FL

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Melissa A.


Sarasota, FL

$20-43/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Mom Creating Beautiful Memories

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I have 3 year of experience with baby sitting twins with special needs. I am a mother and a daughter to two seniors and have had experience with surgery aftercare, medications, meal prepping and home care.
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands

Lisa G.


Sarasota, FL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable, empathetic, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient care. Superb organizational skills, detail orientated, a certified nursing assistant since 2007. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified. All certifications are current,...
5.0
"Lisa is caring, smart ,responsible, has common sense, always on time, great personality and takes her job seriously and very efficient at what she does. "

Care member

Anahis O.


Sarasota, FL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a CNA and I have experience with people with disabilities. I enjoy, love, and take pride in my job. I love taking care of someone that needs help; it just makes me feel useful. I love kids, dogs, pets. I can help you with anything you need, you just have to ask!!!
Hello I'm 36 years old female. I'm compassionate caregiver with 8 years of experience. I'm Passionate about elder care I am skilled at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible. Culturally sensitive with the ability to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. I'm very warm and friendly person...

Ann L.


Sarasota, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 30 years of experience working with all ages from birth to 21 with autistic or disable children to seniors with dementia, multiple diagnosis: CVA, Parkinson's, cancer, ALS, spinal cord injury, fractures, joint replacements, vertigo..... I am positive, strong, motivating and compassionate with my clients.

Shelly R.


Sarasota, FL

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have been caring for seniors for 2 years, certified in care taking, CPR/AED/first aid, Elderly care and Disabled.

Kelly V.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Patient, Compassionate

I am extremely reliable and dependable as I realize consistency is extremely important. I offer years of experience in many areas but most importantly, I can manage a household of many schedules and care for children of all abilities while maintaining a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my...

Maegan A.


Sarasota, FL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

I am pursuing a Masters in Special Education with ABA emphasis. I have worked in ABA clinics and in the school district as a behavioral specialist. My Bachelors is in Early Childhood Development. I also have my 40 hours in childcare training from DCF. I'd describe my personality as analytical, selfless, and focused. I like...

Nieves P.


Sarasota, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Child Care Depending In The How Many Hours

I have being working with children for many years. first I work in child care clinic for 15 years in New York City. Move to Hawaii in 2000 and started working as a nanny since then. My first job was caring for a child with special need for 18th months, 2nd was with TWINS for 2 years and so on. My experiences it has being with...
Nieves can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kim R.


Bradenton, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a dependable caretaker who is looking for full-time home care so people could stay home with some extra help. I am caring, reliable and trustworthy with you or your loved one. I'm presently working at a Home Agency in FL. I was working at a memory assistance, residential house setting and Visiting Angels in NH and MA...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, home modification, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Kim. She was the first care giver we had for my Mother and she was our guide throughout her care—advising us on how to set up managing multiple aides, and letting us know best practices. She is knowledgeable, caring and a...

Care member

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Megan P.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

With over 10 years of childcare under my belt, my experience includes time as an in-home nanny for different families, and working in and managing both summer camps and after-school programs. I have cared for special needs children, twins, and groups! After taking a brief hiatus to pursue my dream of becoming a Sommelier, I am...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Megan has been wonderful with our toddler. She is always on time even a bit early. We trust her to take our daughter to the park and playgroups and she will check in or send pics to let us know how it's going. She has even created a few special activities to do...

Rebekah G.

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Tammy B.


Bradenton, FL

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

CNA (UR/PCT) Medical Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, up until recently I was working for Day Kimball Hospital. I have worked here for the past 17 years until Oct 2014. I worked in several different departments including the intensive care unit, Emergency Room, Med/Surg, Birthing Center, Oncology, Neurology, and was also a Constant Attendant. My family has just recently...
Tammy can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Tammy was awesome! I needed someone on very, very short notice and she came to the rescue...I would not hesitate to recommend Tammy to another family for either senior care or child care. She is able to provide insulin injections which is something that is...

Karen A.

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Janet S.


Bradenton, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny In Need Of An Awesome Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

One of the best things about being a nanny is that I am lucky to be a part of a family team and help it run smoothly! I have never worked for a family that did not add something special to my life as well. I worked in daycare for 5 years during which time, not only did I acquire the 40 hours of training needed to work in Florida...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My son has epilepsy and some behavior concerns. But, Janet was above average in her strategy in managing his functioning skills. My son is very particular in his companions and the ultimate compliment that I can give is that he viewed her as a very dear friend. We...

Cheryl P.

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Kirsten T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion And Care Giving Services

I have extensive experience providing companionship and care giving to seniors as well as those with specialized needs, such as Dementia and Parkinson's disease. Services offered: general companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, grooming assistance, transportation, errands , organization, light housekeeping,...
Kirsten can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff."

Marisa M.

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Jodi H.


Bradenton, FL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

LPN That Can Adapt To Most Any Circumstance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a licensed nurse in both MN and FL. I have recently moved permanently to Bradenton from MN. I am a non-smoker, wife and mother of 2 grown children. I am an animal lover (as long as they have legs!) I have my own reliable transportation and a clean driving record. Also, CPR certified. I could adapt to just about...
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Philip E.


Bradenton, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Recently moved from Chicago, but, I have three years working for an after school program and also two years working with special needs children and teens for Clearbrook/NWSRA. Hope to hear from you. Would love to assist a family, with childcare or one with more needs. A professional writer as my regular job
Philip can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sofia T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Sofia T I cared for my grandmother from ages 7 to 11 years old. I've worked with and enjoyed making special needs children between the ages 5- and 21-years old smile as a profession for 4 years. I also enjoyed making people smile as a makeup artist for 7 years. I have a background in restaurant management and am clean and...
Sofia can also help with: Respite care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Michelle S.


Bradenton, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6 Looking For A Little Extra Money

I'd describe my personality as fun, loving and compassionate I'm looking for a job that I can have fun at and stay long term I have 6 kids and 5 grand kids which the first 3 I helped raise from birth. My youngest has ASD so I have experience with Autism and therapies that help kids with special needs. In my spare time, I like to...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ciera I grew up here in Bradenton and reside here with my family. I have two children ages 10 and 13 and they keep me active! I have worked in childcare since I attended college in Tampa in 2003 and took a job with a babysitting/nanny service. Since then I have worked with a local babysitting/nanny agency here...
Ciera can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ashley C.


Bradenton, FL

$22-50/hr13 yrs exp

The Perfect Fit

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am 32. I have 2 kids, ages 14 and 13 both boys. I have worked in childcare facilities for over 10 years (I started in 2008). I currently have been a nanny for a little bit over 4 years (since 2018). I have completed the mandatory 45+ hours required through DCF. I also have completed the CDA program through...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sarasota, FL

Lisa G.

5.0

Lisa is caring, smart ,responsible, has common sense, always on time, great personality and takes her job seriously and very efficient at what she does.

- Care member

Kim R.

5.0

I can’t say enough good things about Kim. She was the first care giver we had for my Mother and she was our guide throughout her care—advising us on how to set up managing multiple aides, and letting us know best practices. She is knowledgeable, caring and a delight to be around. She was so...

- Care member

Megan P.

5.0

Megan has been wonderful with our toddler. She is always on time even a bit early. We trust her to take our daughter to the park and playgroups and she will check in or send pics to let us know how it's going. She has even created a few special activities to do with our daughter. She is moving out...

- Rebekah G.

Tammy B.

5.0

Tammy was awesome! I needed someone on very, very short notice and she came to the rescue...I would not hesitate to recommend Tammy to another family for either senior care or child care. She is able to provide insulin injections which is something that is difficult to find. She is a very...

- Karen A.

Janet S.

5.0

My son has epilepsy and some behavior concerns. But, Janet was above average in her strategy in managing his functioning skills. My son is very particular in his companions and the ultimate compliment that I can give is that he viewed her as a very dear friend. We relocated from Florida to Georgia...

- Cheryl P.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Sarasota, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.