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205 special needs caregivers are listed in Tampa, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Tampa, FL
5.0
(2)
New Parent/Baby Doula
Newborn Sleep Doula
CNA/HHA Student Grad 2024 (Alzheimer's, Dementia/Diabetes/Hospice)
* Aging and Disabled VA Provider
* APD Florida Train (Special Needs)
* Medicare/Medicaid Med Waiver Provider
* APD Disability Canine Training Provider
* Literacy Tutor Volunteer for Hillsborough County Education...
5.0
"Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies."
Megan H.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I helped care for my cousin with a terminal illness, she had a seizure disorder, and a g-tube. I took care of a child with autism during the summer of 2017. Ive grown up around children with special needs, and I plan to pursue pediatrics when I graduate Nursing school.
5.0
"Dependable and very punctual, good with the kids!"
Gillian W.
Taylor D.
Tampa, FL
$16-21/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children of all walks of life. I am a children's ski instructor, so I am experienced in emotional management, helping children with bathroom issues, and know how to responsibly keep a child happy and safe.
5.0
"Taylor was absolutely amazing! She brought such comfort to us during the last week of my father in laws life. She was super sweet, compassionate, helpful, gracious and a wonderful asset to our family. Cannot recommend her enough!"
Cara D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 18 years of experience working with children starting at age 3 months and up in various settings! Additionally, I have worked with ages 3 to 21 with special needs in both the nanny field and school settings. Please feel free to message me so we can connect to share more about one another and see if it is a great fit!
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Heather is an amazing and trustworthy individual. She, initially, worked at the daycare center my youngest went to and later became my babysitter, as needed, and a friend. She is dependable and reliable and is AMAZING with children! She is the only person,...
Kim J.
Michaela H.
Tampa, FL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Am A Freshman College Athlete Looking To Help Out Families In Need Of Child Care.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a collegiate lacrosse player that would love to keep your kids happy and safe. I have 7 years of experience with care taking ranging from babies to teenagers, and have some experience with special needs as well. I have been a nanny all of my college years for primarily 5-month-old babies and so on. I can help with...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Degree in Science of. Occupational Therapy Assistant. Passion to work with all ages and I have eight years experience care taking for toddlers up to young teenage years. This includes special needs and newborns. I am able to help with school work, light housekeeping, transportation and animals. I am a Non-smoker, fully Covid...
Janel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Janel does an amazing job with our one year old! She is very engaged, able to keep up with his boundless energy, and intuitively able to identify and meet his needs."
Megan C.
Rosa R.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rosa was able to help me with a very last minute request. My son had a great time. She was easy to communicate with and arrived on time. Thank you so much Rosa!"
Leilani S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years experience with children ages 0 to 16 I also have worked with special need children as well. I am a VPK teacher at a private preschool during the day. I have my CDA in early childhood. I also have my CPR, first aid. Also have my fingerprints and background check through my school. I have no problem providing...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She watched or 4 preteen boys and I had no worries. She knows how to handle kids."
Lee F.
Tiffany B.
Tampa, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(21)
Hired by 89 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tiffany. I have been babysitting for over 7 years. I used to work as a nanny. I have experience working with all different age groups. I worked at a daycare where I was a teacher asst. in the infant 2 class. I volunteered at a school for kids with special needs.
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's very sweet, and dependable. She's almost always available when needed. She's determined as she is willing to travel and adjust to more than one sitting job in a day (if time permits). We feel comfortable having her watch our daughter on date nights. We are...
Robert N.
Lauren G.
Tampa, FL
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi all! I am 25 years old and I have 9 years of experience caring for children ages 1-12, including children with special needs. I am also CPR certified and have a clean driving history. I am looking for a family to join either full time or part time, long term! In my free time you can find me reading a book, watching a movie,...
Ragen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ragen is awesome with my children. She's always on time, very dependable and the children love her."
Amber C.
5.0
(1)
Ever since my very first job at 15 as an After School Tutor I have spent my life caring for, teaching, and helping others. My career includes time spent as an Assistant Ballet Instructor, an Exhibit Educator at The Florida Aquarium, a Lead Teacher in PreK-4 and PreK-3 classrooms, and a Nanny for children ages 6 months to 5...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Holly is fabulous and my kids LOVE her-- I need to learn some of the songs and crafts she does. She is well trained and formally educated. I felt comfortable knowing she has taught school for 5 years and has experience dealing with children with both medical and...
Katie S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Janina, I am currently in school to receive my BSN RN. I graduated from UT with a degree in Allied Health with a concentration in occupational therapy. I am CPR certified as well as my certified nursing assistant title (CNA). I have previous experience working with special needs children as well! I am a huge...
Janina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE Janina! She became our regular go to sitter in January 2020 on almost a daily basis for our son who was 9 months old for a few months until Covid hit and she had to go back up North. She is back in Tampa now and available again....and she's a catch!! After...
Jennifer R.
Kirsten L.
Tampa, FL
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kirsten and I'm 24 years old. I'm currently a full time Labor and Delivery nurse in Sarasota. I'm looking to find some work for my off days, which is typically four days a week, and I normally work nights so generally normal day time hours are free, however I'm on days for a little while so we would just have to...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kirsten was great with both of my boys, one 2 years old and one 2 months old. She was managing school work and nannying and was still flexible with hours. She helped out with other tasks if needed as well."
Erica S.
5.0
(22)
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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Devoted to nurturing the next generation, my journey has been enriched by the time I've spent caring for children. With a warm and patient demeanor, I've embraced the role of a caregiver, creating a safe and loving environment where kids can thrive. From engaging in playtime activities to doing homework, I understand the...
Margie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Margie is very high energy and is a great worker. She is good with children teaching, playing and having fun. She has great values and morals and has taken care of my children when they were younger."
Tina M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 4+ years of experience! I can help with travel and grocery shopping since I have my own vehicle. I have experience with special needs children and recently graduated the University of Tampa with an Economics major and Dance Education minor. I used to tutor and am very comfortable in the kitchen!
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Melissa is very dependable and is great with kids! Every time I need a babysitter my kids always ask for Melissa!"
Zack O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Francesca. I am an alumni of Stetson University with a Bachelor's degree of Science in Health Science. I have babysat children ranging from ages 1 to 12, including children with special needs such as autism. I love caring for children- I can tutor, play outside with them, prepare meals, read bed time stories, sing...
Francesca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Francesca is an amazing young lady. She is punctual, responsible, and a great role model for my daughter. We are glad to have her!"
Marie D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years of experience. I have studied child psychology, worked with special needs kids as well as kids of all other age groups, I can help with Travel and Errands. I'm a very clean and organized person so I promise to make sure your home is left the way I found it or better if requested. I do currently work a day job...
Edessa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Edessa was great. Our 1yo was comfortable with her right away. She did a great job keeping her fed, clean diapers, and on schedule. Edessa interacted with developmental toys as well as outside playtime. She did some vacuuming during nap time, which was a big help....
Mike B.
5.0
(1)
Hello I'm Rose I've been a caregiver for 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: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rose treat my grandma just like she was her own rose is very sweet and kind and she is so respectful loving and she has an amazing heart i love her so much "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tampa, FL
Maryann A.
5.0
Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies.
- Megan H.
Quinn B.
5.0
Dependable and very punctual, good with the kids!
- Gillian W.
Taylor D.
5.0
Taylor was absolutely amazing! She brought such comfort to us during the last week of my father in laws life. She was super sweet, compassionate, helpful, gracious and a wonderful asset to our family. Cannot recommend her enough!
- Cara D.
Heather H.
5.0
Heather is a very caring responsible person.
She is very reliable & enjoys helping children meet and exceed their potentials/milestones.
She keeps children occupied and most importantly safe. Ultimately, she is an excellent Nanny because she is very trustworthy and always on time.
- Susan H.
Janel A.
5.0
Janel does an amazing job with our one year old! She is very engaged, able to keep up with his boundless energy, and intuitively able to identify and meet his needs.
- Megan C.
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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 107 reviews of the 205 listed special needs caregivers.