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Kristin C.


Clearwater Beach, FL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hey! My name is Kristin. I am an Elementary school teacher and child advocate. I live on Clearwater beach ( so available for vacationer sitting on short notice). I have experience with a varying degree of special needs children and was a nanny 4 years. I am currently available after 4 p.m. weeknights and anytime on the...
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Sheila K.


Clearwater Beach, FL

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic & Encouraging

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I've always had a heart for children & grew up babysitting. I'm a native English speaker who lived in Spain once upon a time, where I loved teaching ages 3-18 & tutoring English. I have a B. A. & TESOL Certificate (Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages) & I've been a volunteer children's church helper & co-teacher. I...
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Laura B.


Clearwater, FL

$21/hr2 yrs exp

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5.0

(2)

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I have experience working with special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages. Able to help with homework.
5.0
"Laura helped me out with child care and was kind and understanding with my two year old. Thanks, Laura!"

Reviewed by Kathleen M.

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Danita M.


Largo, FL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello. I am a Watertown resident, near Cushing Square. I am the mother of a 23-year-old son who has learning disabilities. I worked in a university for a long time and had a wonderful career. Now I am free to do what I love. And I love caring for children and babies. I'm patient and kind and can soothe the angriest beast. I...
5.0
"Very sweet and was great with my 9 month old! She is a great person and look forward to seeing her again in the future"

Reviewed by Emily D.

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Lorraine S.


Dunedin, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Experienced LPN , retired from VA last year after 39 years of service. I am seeking part time position as care giver provider not as LPN . My career range has been clinical and private care. I enjoy helping and caring for others. I am flexible and dependable. I recently had a complete background check done independently with the...
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Kristy O.


Seminole, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced High Profile Nanny Looking For Babysitting Opportunities

4.8

(4)

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I have been a nanny for the last 20 years for 3 different families. I was with one family for 11 years who had 4 kids. I was lucky enough to have traveled the world with them and I got to experience many once in a life time moments. I have also been a part-time nanny for a family with three kids. Both families were high profile...
5.0
"Kristy was amazing with our 2 boys (age 3 & 1). She brought lots of books/activities for the kiddos to do before bedtime and being that we were staying in a hotel room this was perfect to keep the kids busy....

Reviewed by Catherine L.

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Maria K.


Clearwater, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Quality Caregiver/Companion

5.0

(1)

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My goal is to bring my unique gifts of patience, CARING, joy, respect, humor, dignity and compassion in providing dependable home care assistance. I have over 20 years of experience, in various roles, such as; caregiver/companion/housekeeper/nanny and house management. CNA/HHA licensed for the past 15 years. My excellent...
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Stephanie F.


Palm Harbor, FL

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Stephanie! I am 25 years old and have been taking care of children since I was 11. I have experience with children of all ages including newborns and teens. I am currently a preschool teacher looking elsewhere. My experience also ranges from full time nannying, working as a preschool teacher, and running the children's...
5.0
"Stephanie was very responsive and on-time. She even agreed to meet us and our baby first as it was our first time hiring a baby sitter. With our 4 month old baby, it was obvious she's very knowledgeable,...

Reviewed by Jeffrey H.

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Jeffery S.


Clearwater, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Empathetic, Compassionate, And Driven To Learn

5.0

(1)

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I consider myself extremely empathetic and understanding of the needs of those in need. I am also very patient and can keep calm in emergency situations. Caregiving and healthcare/private care is my passion in life and I'm currently working towards a nursing degree. My former employers will tell you that I am a person you can...
5.0
"I have never come across another individual with a genuine quality and personal attentiveness. I warn you, though, his work is very addictive, and he is a quick learner - you may catch yourself repeating...

Reviewed by Paulas V.

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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Allie Y.

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Paul W.


Clearwater, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am patient and compassionate and generally work well with special needs children. I have worked with children and young adults who have had varying degrees of autistic spectrum disorders, physical limitations, emotional and behavioral issues including ADHD, critical allergies, and seizure disorders.
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Victoria H.


Seminole, FL

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate, Fun And Loving Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I love children and find joy in helping them explore new things, achieve new goals and appreciate the little joys in life. I've taken several classes in college related to early child development, developmental and behavior psychology. In addition to being approved to work as a substitute teacher at Indian Rocks Christian, I've...
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Hannah G.


Largo, FL

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Children And Animal Lover

5.0

(1)

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am a full time Speech- Language Pathologist. I work with children on the autism spectrum. I have experience working with children of all ages. I have experience working with children who have special needs.
5.0
"Hannah was very communicative, professional and prompt for the babysitting appointment. We felt very at ease when she arrived. Our children said they had loads of fun and we would recommend Hannah for your time...

Reviewed by Care member

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Judith C.


Largo, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Sitter

5.0

(5)

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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/...
5.0
"Judith has a wonderful personality. She is also very honest and trustworthy. What I admire most about Judith is her compassion, patience, and selflessness. You can depend on Judith she is very reliable. She has...

Reviewed by Joan P.

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Gloria P.


Clearwater, FL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I am experienced with children as I am a mother of a 21, 11, and 6-year-old. I also have experience with special needs children since my son needs special care due to having Autism and Language Disorder. Because of this, I have also observed and helped during my son's speech, physical, and occupational therapies. I am very...
5.0
"Gloria is great with babies, she is calm, sweet, caring and responsible. I highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Isbelia H.

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Helen G.


Largo, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My name is Helenita G and friends and family call me Helen, 44 year's old. I have 14 year's experience as a caregiver, I am a licensed CNA in the state of Florida. I am very dedicated, reliable and trustworthy worker. I help my patients emotionally, physically active, medication reminders, meal preparation, doctor appointments,...
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Ann G.


Clearwater, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced FT/PT PCA

5.0

(2)

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Within my 20+ years of experience, I have cared for many with special needs and disabilities. Familiar with many different diagnosis, including Autism and Alzheimers, Sensory disorder, injury victims, visual impairments and many others. I am experienced in distributing medications, physical therapy, and personal hygiene....
5.0
"Ann did an excellent job for us helping to take care of my dad in his late stages of life. She was always on time, very dependable and did an excellent job of caring for my dad. Ann was skilled at caregiving...

Reviewed by Kristy L.

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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Honest And Dependable Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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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...
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."

Reviewed by Mary Ellen F.

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Penny D.


Palm Harbor, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

I Truly Love Children

5.0

(1)

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I have over 20 years of experience as I truly love children. I can help with most anything that needs to be done. I've raised two daughters, and I stayed home as one had special needs. My special needs daughter has had over 50 surgeries, and I was her sole caretaker. Both girls are adults. I'm a Christian and believe children...
5.0
"Penny was an amazing care giver to my son. She helped out and always went above and beyond and we highly recommend her. "

Reviewed by April K.

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Heather B.


Clearwater, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.5

(2)

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My goal is to allow patients to receive care/companionship in the comfort of their own home or my home. I enjoy making a difference in others life's. I am extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly care-giving. I am hard working, honest, able to take initiative and go beyond the...
4.0
"Heather has been to our home 3 times so far and each time has been prompt, made dinner for she and our daughter, 34 year old, DD, cleaned up well, did crafts with her, listened to "oldies" and had a good time....

Reviewed by Suzanne K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clearwater Beach, FL

Laura B.

5.0

Laura helped me out with child care and was kind and understanding with my two year old. Thanks, Laura!

- Kathleen M.

Danita M.

5.0

Very sweet and was great with my 9 month old! She is a great person and look forward to seeing her again in the future

- Emily D.

Kristy O.

5.0

Kristy was amazing with our 2 boys (age 3 & 1). She brought lots of books/activities for the kiddos to do before bedtime and being that we were staying in a hotel room this was perfect to keep the kids busy. She was very warm and engaging and we will absolutely book Kristy again when we return to...

- Catherine L.

Stephanie F.

5.0

Stephanie was very responsive and on-time. She even agreed to meet us and our baby first as it was our first time hiring a baby sitter. With our 4 month old baby, it was obvious she's very knowledgeable, friendly, and caring. Would recommend her highly to anyone looking for a date night!...

- Jeffrey H.

Jeffery S.

5.0

I have never come across another individual with a genuine quality and personal attentiveness. I warn you, though, his work is very addictive, and he is a quick learner - you may catch yourself repeating things. He is a great friend along with being a caregiver. He quickly becomes family. I give him...

- Paulas V.

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