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Find special needs caregivers in Tarpon Springs, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tarpon Springs, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Tarpon Springs, FL

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Rhonda K.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving, Errands, Pet Care, Home/property Care

5.0

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I have 7 years of experience with 4 different home health agencies and have also done work privately. I am CPR certified and have completed many healthcare courses. I have managed a large medical practice for many years. I have also privately cared for pets & homes, run errands, cleaned properties, and managed commercial real...
5.0
"Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good care of my younger brother who was diagnosed with ALS 4 years ago. She even makes him smile and laugh, something that has...

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Kellie M.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teacher/caregiver

I am a college educated mother of 4, former elementary special education and middle school teacher, tutor and caregiver. I have a lot of love and experience to give.
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David F.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion

I have worked in the school system for the last 12 years. Mostly at the elementary level. Enjoyed the children and they seemed to like me. Worked with a young adult with Down syndrome. We would go out in the community twice a week. Enjoy playing and talking about sports. I'd describe my personality as fun loving, outgoing. In...
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Karen F.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full And Part Time Caregiver

I have over 10 years experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have provided educational and social services in a variety of settings ranging from the classroom to the community. I enjoy seeing the students experience new things and strive to reach their highest potential.
I have been a nurse for 47 years and now retired My career has span from pediatrics through geriatrics. I have worked the ER, burn unit, geriatrics, hospice care(also certified Hospice Doula) Epilepsy Foundation, UCP foundation, Humphrey Pre-school which was for developmentally disabled and autistic children I love what I do and...
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Julia L.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$12-20/hr4 yrs exp

Flexible, Reliable, And Fun Babysitter!

I have worked as a babysitter for the past 4 years. I also worked as a birthday party entertainer, where I dressed up as various princesses and had fun with children of all ages as well as those with special needs:)
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
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Brianna R.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$19-50/hr11 yrs exp

Live In/Live Out Nanny

My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
I have 4 years of experience running my own daycare. I have also 17 years supervising and helping care for special needs clients. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I have experience with teaching and training but I also am pretty good at cooking and cleaning. I have helped take care of my own grandchildren who...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a college graduate majoring in political science and I hope to impact the education system later in my career. In high school, I took 4 years of early childhood education classes in which I worked with 3-4-year-old's as well as special needs children. I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as vaccinated against Covid-19....
Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Christa Q.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I know that it is hard to find a great nanny for your children. One that will take them to do fun things, someone that will interact with them, I am 36 years old; I have been in childcare for 26 years, I started watching little ones unsupervised when I was 10. I love working with children. safe and reliable car and insured. I...
Christa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with children from the last school year with Cobb County schools. Worked with all ages from K1-6; and middle school as well as high school. Worked with Special Needs children and helping transport them back and forth to school. I raised 6 children of my own; and have helped with 9 grandsons also. I CPR First Aid...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
" My family needed help for after school care. I have two children in two different schools, she picks them both up from school and brings them home. There is typically an hour between pickup times, during which she was kind enough to help with light cleaning...

Allie Y.

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Judith C.


Dunedin, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Sitter

Experienced mom, grandma, cook, not your typical grandma. Excellent references. Taken care of all age children. Patient, loving, firm, professional, english speaking, kind woman who raised 3 exceptional human beings. Grandma to 5 sweeties. Cared for my Mom until she passed 6years ago. Excellent cook and organized helper/...
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy."

S D.

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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Honest And Dependable Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with seniors for over 30 years. I have owned and operated a Home care agency for the last 10 years. My schedule is flexible for Transportation needs, companionship, or help with daily tasks. CPR First Aid; 20 plus years experience with Seniors; own my own pets; good with animals; worked with special needs children...
Marilyn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Marilyn is very punctual and always reliable. She is very personable and is a willing helper who does whatever is asked of her."

Mary Ellen F.

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Desiree W.


Palm Harbor, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

3.8

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm fully vaccinated! I have over 20 years of experience taking care of and educating children and adults. I have extensive experience with special needs children.
Desiree can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Desi is a great child care provider AND home helper. She understands helping without having to be asked!"

Eric S.

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Claire S.


Odessa, FL

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Claire and I've been a professional nanny for over 5 years now. I have taken early childhood classes, I am CPR Certified, First Aid Certificated, and I also have taken safe sleep and car seat safety classes. I have worked in the daycare setting in the toddler room as well as being a nanny for multiple families. I...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Claire was amazing with my infant baby. She was very knowledgeable in all things infant. She knows car seat safety and follows it directly to keep baby safe. She also is sure to follow sleep guidelines to ensure a safe sleeping place for baby. I loved that she...

Sarah P.

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Rosa R.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rosa, I am 23 years old, and have a very "sunshine-filled" personality! I grew up with four younger siblings and assisting my mother in her in-home daycare with children 3mo-16 years old. I am a very creative and imaginative individual, being proficient in music, art, writing, cooking/baking, acting, etc! I am an...
Rosa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very sweet girl, my kids enjoy having her. She's always been on time and her rates are reasonable. "

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Hannah L.


Safety Harbor, FL

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Caregiver

My objective is to bring comfort and as much joy as possible working in my patients' lives. I am a qualified, experienced CNA/HHA/PCA looking to provide comfort and care in the home of my Patient. My specialty is providing compassionate care to those wanting some sunshine in their lives; and to expand their quality of life,...
Hannah can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Hannah has a shimmering halo above her head! She is the most compassionate caregiver we had when my mother was under hospice care. Her empathy, tender care and compassion makes her my favorite angelic health aide. I give her my highest recommendation❣️"

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Kaylee G.


New Port Richey, FL

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Kaylee

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi - My name is Kaylee and I recently finished my AA degree here in Florida while playing on a volleyball scholarship. During the time of playing volleyball, I coached ages 11-13-year-olds. I have nanny experience and absolutely love kids, I hope to be able to connect with your family. I am currently enrolled in my Bachelors...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaylee was such a pleasure to have before we moved! She watched my twins, J. and C., from ages 8 months to 2.5 years and came in eager to work every single day with a smile on her face. If I could have taken her with our family to our new location, I absolutely...

Carrie H.

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Carlos R.


New Port Richey, FL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs Kids And Adults!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience: - 7 years experience working with special needs kids and adults with autism, learning disability, and traumatic backgrounds. - Worked previously as a Registered behavior technician for 2yrs for in home therapy and in classroom. I also worked in the special education department as a Para Educator for a little over...
Carlos can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Carlos was amazing with our 10 year son so much so that our son tried to book him for next year's vacation! Carlos did a great job entertaining and playing with him. He followed our nightly routine and had him sleeping before we returned from our anniversary date!...

Tiffany C.

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Judy R.


New Port Richey, FL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse Special Needs Or Otherwise -Pediatric

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse for almost 40 Years. We have recently moved to Trinity I have the past 15 plus years have done pediatric home care and have taken the child to school full time days where I maintained all aspects of her care including medically and educationally. My experience includes GT tubes- mickey...
5.0
"Amazing find!! Perfect fit for my family."

Elizabeth B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tarpon Springs, FL

Rhonda K.

5.0

Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good care of my younger brother who was diagnosed with ALS 4 years ago. She even makes him smile and laugh, something that has been very difficult for him and our...

- Care member

Marilyn H.

5.0

My family needed help for after school care. I have two children in two different schools, she picks them both up from school and brings them home. There is typically an hour between pickup times, during which she was kind enough to help with light cleaning jobs around the house. It was so...

- Allie Y.

Judith C.

5.0

Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy.

- S D.

Marilyn H.

5.0

Marilyn is very punctual and always reliable. She is very personable and is a willing helper who does whatever is asked of her.

- Mary Ellen F.

Desiree W.

4.0

Desi worked for me as a mother's helper for about 2.5 months. Her strong points were cleaning, cooking and being silly with my toddler. She loves having a list of things to do and would always complete each task, documenting everything in detail. She is very social and outgoing. She was also very...

- Anastasia B.

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