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195 special needs caregivers are listed in Tampa, FL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Tampa, FL

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Maya S.


Tampa, FL

$25-32/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitting Experience

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Hey families! My name is Maya. I am the oldest of 3 kids. I am 20 years old and I grew up in South Carolina. I moved to Florida in 2022 and attended FGCU for one year. I decided I was more interested in hair so the following year I attended Paul Mitchell the School Fort Myers. After graduating, I moved to Tampa in August of...
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samara C.


Tampa, FL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am CPR, First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid Certified! I have reliable transportation, and am a college student at the University of South Florida. I have lots of experience babysitting for young children and some experience with special needs children. I am happy to grab groceries, clean after children and pets, care...
Samara can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia S.


Tampa, FL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Best Nanny Ever!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm looking to create a positive impact on your child and family's life! I have over 14 years of babysitting experience along with 3 years of being a children's gymnastics coach. Working with kids is one of my biggest passions. I love making connections that last a life time. I am CPR/First Aid certified, have experience with...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Diana M.


Tampa, FL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hi, my name is Diana. I am energetic, responsible, and love working with children. I am 54 years old and have over 20 yrs. experience as a nanny with children of all ages--0 to teens. My CPR and First aid certification is current. I hold a certified nursing assistant license and am also certified to give medication. I have...
Diana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Trista W.


Tampa, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

4th Grade Teacher Looking For A Summer Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a VE Resource teacher with Hillsborough County. I have also taught a 4th grade reading and writing and 3rd grade Math/Science as well as Reading/Writing. In 2022, I was selected as my school's Teacher of the Year and went on to become the Top 5 Teachers of the Year for all of Hillsborough County. I graduated...
Trista can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Gabrielle S.


Tampa, FL

$36/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Babysitter Looking For Part Time Hours

Past Experience Have been babysitting since the age of 16. 2 previous nannying positions (6 years combined) with children ranging 9months-12 years old. Positions included long weekends and overnight stays while parents were out of town. Comfortable with children of all ages. Experience with, and comfortable with, children with...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Yeimily O.


Tampa, FL

$20-23/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Yeimily & I am 25 years old. I live in Tampa, FL. I am a Project Coordinator for an Architectural firm. I've been involved with children all my life. I first started with watching and pretty much raising my special needs little brother when I was 9 and from there I was watching all my cousins and neighborhood...
Yeimily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Ashley S.


Tampa, FL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a very reliable and dedicated student. I have experience babysitting 3 special needs kids from the same family. One was diabetic so I had to make sure what she was eating was okay and checking insulin levels/ knowing when it's time to inject. The other had autism so I had to get creative and make up creative activities...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Avery F.


Tampa, FL

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Avery and I am a rising senior at Syracuse University, but my home is in Tampa, Florida. I graduated from Plant High School in 2022 and have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I always ensure that the house is tidy at the end of the day and don't mind doing dishes, laundry, etc. Since I am only 20 years...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kailey H.


Tampa, FL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kailey and I am new to the Tampa area. I just moved from Chattanooga, TN where I worked at a Montessori school as an assistant teacher for 3 years and worked with ages between infant (4 months -18 months), toddler (18 months - 3), and prek (3 years old - 5 years old). I now work at a Montessori school in St....
Kailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Miah S.


Tampa, FL

$22-27/hr3 yrs exp

Nurturing And Empathetic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Miah. I am a college graduate from the University of South Florida. I received my bachelor's in Psychology and am working towards my master's online for clinical mental health counseling. I have three years of nanny experience, from scheduling out full day's worth of engaging and interactive activities. I work...
Miah can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amanda B.


Tampa, FL

$13/hr3 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Experienced Babysitter, Housekeeper And Caregiver.

I have experience in childcare/caregiver positions. I have worked at day schools and in special needs classroom 4+ years. I also took care of my grandparents as a live in care giver for 5 years and have worked with companies as a caregiver. For the last 3 years, I have been battling cancer, and I am finally ready to get out...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rose M.


Tampa, FL

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Rose I've been a caregiver for 7 years now with both children and Elderly. I have experiences working with childrens with special needs. I also have experiences caring for clients with Alzheimer, Parkinson's and full on dementia.
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Samantha O.


Tampa, FL

$21-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a childcare provider with eight years of experience. My passion for nurturing children's growth and development has been with me since I began babysitting in high school. I'm a creative, friendly, and outgoing person who enjoys playing board games, puzzles, and outdoor sports with children. I also have experience with...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Cheyenne V.


Tampa, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Cheyenne, I am a 28 yr old Registered Nurse going on 7 years of my career. I love spending time with children and watching them grow into themselves. I know it can be nerve racking to place care on to someone else in time of need, but just know I am here to help! I have been babysitting since I was around 12-13...
Cheyenne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Avery M.


Tampa, FL

$20-32/hr8 yrs exp

Hi families! I am 20 years old and I am a freshman at the University of Tampa majoring in Public Relations and Advertising. I love kids and have been changing diapers since age 7 when my little brother and best friend was born! I have years of experience caring children between the ages of 3 months- 13 years old as well as for...
Avery can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ava V.


Tampa, FL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, welcoming, and patient. I like working with kids because they're all so different. Kids teach you things about yourself and I love nurturing positive attributes. I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my school schedule. I'm pursing my BA in education and it's my top priority. I also...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Shannen C.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I am in my final year at Florida College, majoring in psychology, and I'm also a member of the soccer team. I have a deep passion for working with children of all ages and backgrounds. Growing up, my mom ran a daycare, and I was involved in that from a young age. Throughout high school and into college, I spent a lot of time...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Vada C.


Tampa, FL

$17-18/hr6 yrs exp

Go-to Sitter :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Vada and I have spent the last year of caring for a special needs child and his sibling and before that I have years of other experience from newborn age-12. I'm patient, reliable, and skilled at creating a safe, engaging environment. I can assist with meals, light housekeeping, and activities tailored to each child's...
Vada can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sofia V.


Tampa, FL

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Bringing Care To Every Moment!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, savvy and kind-hearted I like working with kids because it keeps me busy doing things I enjoy. From crafting, baking and fun activities to helping them learn and grow. I am currently a freshman studying nursing. ever since I could remember I've been surrounded by kids, especially...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Tampa, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 106 reviews of the 195 listed special needs caregivers.