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Ana R.

Nanny/babysitter Experienced With Special Needs

Ellenton, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Kind and nurturing babysitter/nanny available to care for children ages NB-12. Highly experienced, first-aid trained, compassionate and reliable. Pet friendly! Able and willing to run light errands as needed, organizing, light housework, snack/meal prepping (will work with parents/guardians for dietary restrictions!) Teacher in...
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Professional Nanny

Ellenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have a lifetime of experience working with children in a wide variety of positions from a Preschool gymnastics program director, Special Needs paraeducator in both preschool and middle school classes, in home daycare owner and a personal nanny/house manager.

Care Member says "Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable. "

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Nanny

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My first passion in life is caring for people of all ages - from newborn to those in their nineties.... I just love people. I believe everyone deserves a loving and nurturing environment in which to grow, thrive, and have the best quality of life possible. I have run daycare for children with special needs, worked as a Youth and...

Erin L. says "Lauren was a wonderful nanny for my 3 young children. She was an "on the floor, in the sand, in the pool, getting her hands dirty" type of caregiver. She is...

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Creative And Highly Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Bradenton, FL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Kate. I'm 29 and I have almost a decade's worth of experience working with kids, from newborns to toddlers and older kids. I also have experience working with foster kids & special needs (specifically Autism and Down Syndrome). I have worked both as a nanny as well as a family assistant/private chef.
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Nanny In Need Of An Awesome Family

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Cheryl P. says "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...

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Nanny In Need Of Nanny Family

Bradenton, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
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 have experience with homeschooling and special needs care. I am a volunteer for Special Olympics here in Manatee County. I...
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Nanny

Saint Petersburg, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Former Teacher / Special Needs Teacher / Tutor / Nanny / Infant Care / Elementary / Middle / Mother's Helper / Summer Fun One-time job requests welcome / Overnights

Care Member says "Laura is incredible! Our little girls ask when they get to see her every week. She is reliable and on time always! Laura keeps the kids responsible for...

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Full Time Nanny

Ruskin, FL

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Emily and I'm 28 years old. I graduated with a degree in marketing from GCU. I have worked in the nanny field for 12 years and have also worked at a daycare for 3 years. I have experience working with special needs children and also infants. I love kids of all ages! I am a certified nursing assistant and have...

Care Member says "We hired Emily while on a family vacation in AMI to watch 4 children while we (the parents) could have an afternoon/evening away (ages 7,8,9 and 11)....

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Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny, Babysitter, Or Housekeeper

Saint Petersburg, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have about a decade of experience nannying several families with multiple children between the ages of infancy to 15 years old. I have experience with special needs children and premature infants. I also had the privilege of teaching for a Waldorf preschool in California. I love organizing, cleaning as I go, and try my best to...

Care Member says "Camille provides amazing childcare for our two children, one of whom has significant special needs. She facilitated fun activities and engagement for...

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Part Time Nanny/Babysitter (Responsible, Loving Nanny/Grandma)

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have 2 adult children (one with special needs) who I lovingly raised. I also have 2 grandchildren who I adore babysitting for. While my kids were growing up I volunteered in the schools regularly (grades K-8) to help enrich their education. When they graduated, my love of children led me to take a job at a Preschool. I got CPR...

Kim S. says "Robin is WONDERFUL. I have a now 11-month-old who is very sweet but VERY clingy to his mama, and Robin has had the patience of a saint in getting to know...

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Responsible And Caring Nanny

Bradenton, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Rebekah G. says "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...

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Outgoing And Fun Summer Nanny/Babysitter Available!

Saint Petersburg, FL

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$18/hr
I am so passionate about enriching the lives of individuals with special needs. I currently serve in the Special Needs ministry at my church, where I work with children and teens who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. I am also involved in Best Buddies and Special Olympics.
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Part Of Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available For Summer

Saint Petersburg, FL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am currently a teacher at Largo Middle School and am free in the evenings and on weekends for babysitting and tutoring. I have experience will a wide range of ages, backgrounds, special needs, behaviors, and academic struggles. I have been working for Pinellas County Schools for the last 5 years, and prior to becoming a PCSB...
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Full-time Nanny, Tutoring, Or Senior Care

Sun City Center, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children since I was 13. Children just naturally draw to me, perhaps because of my innocent nature. I have been an educator for 13 years, teaching Montessori with 3-6-year-olds, teaching ESL in K-12, as well as being a regular elementary school teacher. I am seeking full-time work outside of the...
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Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Bradenton, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Nanny & Caregiver for Disabled children, teens, and adults for 20 years. In between families or at the same time, I have also worked as a Personal Assistant to CEOs. I also grew up volunteering in Senior Facilities. I helped care for senior citizens and disabled adults because once my mother could work outside...
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Caring And Responsible Nanny

Sarasota, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! I'm Sophia and I am a full time student at UCF studying cognitive and behavioral Psychology. I've been working with all kinda of children for about 6 years now and I'm looking for a new full time position! Please let me know if you're interested, I'd love to work with you!
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Full-time Live Out Nanny. Can Help With Special Needs As well. Open To Weekends

Saint Petersburg, FL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I am the oldest daughter of 6 children so I took on many more roles than most of my peers growing up which caused me to mature quickly. My mom had to rely on me a lot to help her take care of my siblings since my dad worked all day. My oldest brother is severely disabled and cannot walk or talk so my parents really needed as...
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Experienced Mom Available To Nanny

Sun City Center, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am 54 years old, mother of two college graduates. I have years of experience caring for families of various age groups and pets in household. Currently I care of a special needs child. The child is totally dependent on caregiver, diaper changing, meds, baths and feeding. I pretty much do everything for her including lifting...
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Crafty And Fun Nanny!

Saint Petersburg, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Leilani! I have 11 years of experience as I am the middle child of 5 children, have worked in child care since 6th grade and I have assisted/taught dance classes since I was 11. I can also help with Swimming Supervision, I was on a swim team and also taken swim lessons for 5 years. I also love to do crafts and...
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  • 19 special needs nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.50/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs nannies is 5.0

Recent special needs nanny reviews from local parents in Ellenton, FL

Special Needs Nannies in Ellenton, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 19 listed special needs nannies

Teresa B.

Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable.

- Care member

Lauren C.

Lauren was a wonderful nanny for my 3 young children. She was an "on the floor, in the sand, in the pool, getting her hands dirty" type of...

- Erin L.

Janet S.

My son has epilepsy and some behavior concerns. But, Janet was above average in her strategy in managing his functioning skills. My son is...

- Cheryl P.

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