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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sarasota, FL
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Sarasota, FL
Martha S.
Sarasota, FL
$22-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I enjoy caring for others. My goal is to enhance other people's lives. I am calm, nurturing, compassionate, responsible, thoughtful, patient, kind and understanding. I'm considerate and respectful of others. I care from my heart and see the positive in everything. I have lots of experience with cognitive disorders as well...
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Early childhood is the most important in a persons life. It sets the tone for the choices we make as we grow. I find it a privilege to have input into little people and making them feel important and heard. I was the oldest of 5 siblings and their second Mother. I was a traveling missionary and started teaching 1-3 yr olds in...
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Hello!
I have had great luck over the years meeting amazing families through Care. com. My childcare experience includes special needs, infants, toddlers, school age and beyond. I always look forward to meeting new families in the area!
A brief background:
Born and raised in Sarasota, Fl.
I graduated from USF in 2019 with my...
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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.
Lisa G.
Sarasota, FL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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. "
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Agnes C.
Sarasota, FL
$42/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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Ann L.
Sarasota, FL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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.
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Shelly R.
Sarasota, FL
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have been caring for seniors for 2 years, certified in care taking, CPR/AED/first aid, Elderly care and Disabled.
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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...
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Maegan A.
Sarasota, FL
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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...
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Nieves P.
Sarasota, FL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Or Part Time Child Care Depending In The How Many Hours
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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...
3.0
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Hello, I have been working with children since 2011. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn to 14 years. I have experience with special needs (autism, ahdh, behavioral, sensory issues, etc). I am currently a full time student with an end game of having my doctorate in occupational therapy. I love working with...
5.0
"Leah is absolutely wonderful with my 3 month old son! She has lots of experience and keeps him happy and engaged all day. She is trustworthy, professional, and great with kids! I would highly recommend her to...
Reviewed by Alexis C.
5.0
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I have 5 years of experience working with children professionally and many more experiences with children in informal settings. I am a certified teacher, and I have been working as a paraprofessional in Manatee County elementary schools for over 5 years working with students with special needs. I have been a foster parent for...
5.0
"Karrie is very punctual and a great communicator. She is reliable and kept things tidy in the house. She maintained good care with our 3 kids. We have had her back on several occasions and continue to utilize...
Reviewed by Dave B.
5.0
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Cheryl P.
5.0
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Karen A.
Ciera L.
Bradenton, FL
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Ciera is a consummate professional. In addition to a highly skilled educator, she is kind and gentle with children of all ages. Ciera is creative and invests a lot of time in planning activities for the...
Reviewed by Ryan S.
5.0
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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...
Janet S.
Bradenton, FL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kind Patient Reliable Caretaker Available For Elderly Care
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I am a caring individual who has nanny experience, hospice patient caretaker experience, and experience caring for a special needs young man. I am interested in finding work caring for an elderly person.
Sofia T.
Bradenton, FL
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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...
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Hello, I am 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 2 Home care agencies in NH but moving to FL in March. I was working at a memory assistance, residential house setting...
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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
Leah C.
5.0
Leah is absolutely wonderful with my 3 month old son! She has lots of experience and keeps him happy and engaged all day. She is trustworthy, professional, and great with kids! I would highly recommend her to anyone.
- Alexis C.
Karrie D.
5.0
She watches my son 2 nights a week. Is always on time. Very reliable. Feeds him healthy meals, and does fun stuff with him. We absolutely love her.
- Meredith G.
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.
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.
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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 26 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.