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Daylin G.

Special Needs

Dover, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I like my job, I love helping people, I have 3 years of experience, very respectful above all and clear with my patients
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Elisabeth R.

Dover, FL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I've been working with Special Needs teens and adults with cognitive disabilities for 10 years. Know some sign language.
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Elisabeth R.

Dover, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Experienced teacher, mother and auntie. I've been caring for children of all ages for over 20 years. Have many years of experience working with children with special needs.
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April S.

Special Caregiving

Riverview, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a PT personal assistant for a small company and I am looking for PT work as a care giver or housekeeper, mainly during school hours. Some evenings could be worked in if day time hours aren't convenient. I've had numerous years of care giving experience throughout my experience with my own grandparents when they lived...

Nick H. says "We hired April to care for my father, who had moved to Florida and was living with us. We needed someone dependable, self-sufficient, kind, patient, and...

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Halei B.

Fun Babysitter/Nanny

Brandon, FL

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Halei! I am an older sister to five younger siblings, two of whom were adopted from China and one with special needs. I have taken several babysitting jobs and pet sitting jobs and I have had an amazing time building experiences with various families. I am a recent graduate from the University of Florida and I...

Brandon K. says "Halei has been nothing short of incredible for us. We have two young boys and she has been basically another member of the family as she's watched them....

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Tracie K.

Special Needs Provider

Valrico, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 20+ years experience as a childcare provider. I have 10+ years experience as a tutor and teacher for children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorders(ASD). I also have extensive experience teaching and providing care to children-teens with ADD, ADHD and learning disabilities. In addition, I have recently provided care...

Renee W. says "Tracie is very caring, flexible and makes learning fun. She tutored my 3rd grade son in reading, homework, and school projects. She goes above and beyond...

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Yanique M.

Riverview, FL

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have over 25 years of experience. I am available toTravel if needed. I have work with Preemie's, twins, infant, Special Needs and school age children. I'm great with newborns. I am very patient and outgoing. I enjoy working with children, and have done so for many years. I am Covid vaccinated, plus booster, CPR and First Aid...

Erica L. says "We love Yanique! She is so professional, caring, and patient. I feel a rest whenever I have her sit for my special needs son. Yanique was a heaven sent. We...

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Shelby L.

Valrico, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am 28 years old and I love interacting with and caring for children. I have experience working with children in daycare/summer camp for about a year and 4 years working as a nanny, but overall 10 years of experience in nannying & babysitting off and on. I am also DCF certified, CPR certified, & First Aid certified. I believe...

Chandel G. says "My kids love her! She is also the sweetest."

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Taylor S.

Babysitter

Plant City, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a college student seeking employment on a part-time/occasional need basis. I have experience with newborns up to age 12. My brother, being 10 years younger than me, has given me much experience of interacting and watching over children of many ages. My numerous nanny jobs have included tasks such as school pick-up,...

Sangita L. says "Taylor interviewed with us and babysat our 7 month old baby for 1/2 day. She was great and kept her on schedule. Also showed up on time. Highly...

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Cayden P.

Brandon, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Cayden P and I am an almost college graduate with a major in criminology from the university of south florida. I am 23 and have been nannying professionally since I was 17, starting with twins with special needs. For the past 2 years I have been a certified nursing assistant, one year being at Tampa General...

Lisa C. says "Cayden was terrific with our son. She was responsible and very mature for her age. I had to change her hours at the last minute and she was very...

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Jacquelyn S.

Part Time , Date Nights, Weekends, Pick Ups, Overnights

Brandon, FL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Retired mom of 3 grown children and 4 adorable granddaughters. I'm a 2012 Michigan transplant. Since in Florida I have been a full time nanny. I currently have a full time nanny position, but am available for date nights , pick ups, weekends , overnights. I have special needs experience... both autism and physical disabilities....

Care Member says "Jacquelyn was an amazing nanny for my children. Her kind, gentle spirit touches kids like no other. She is patient, loving and still has a special...

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Evelyn V.

Mature Caregiver With 30 Years Of Experience!

Brandon, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Carpooling
I've always had a passion for children, which is why I've spent the last five decades working with kids. I love fostering their growth and development, and I'm always looking for ways to positively impact their lives. I'm fun, responsible, patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly. I'm also very comfortable enforcing...

Ashley B. says "Came last minute and was so very loving with our two year old!"

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Willa L.

Full-Time Nanny/Caregiver

Brandon, FL

4.4(1)
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$18/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
I've spent the past 15 years working as a childcare provider because I wanted to turn my passion for working with children into a career. I've had the pleasure of working with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. As a patient and creative individual, I love finding new ways to engage with children and help them learn...

Care Member says "We loved her! She didn’t just watch my kids, she actually played with them. She taught lessons, sand songs, played with them outside, fixed their lunch,...

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Arlene P.

Seffner, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I have raised 2 children of my own and cared for many, ranging from newborn up to 10 years. I am currently raising my 12-year-old granddaughter who has been residing with me since she was 6 months old. I have also assisted raising my other four grandchildren ages 3-12. I love children and love to spoil them. I am willing to...

Keishianna P. says "Arlene goes above and beyond to provide a safe and stable environment for her clients. When she is employed she quickly becomes apart of your family...

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Angela B.

Seffner, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a recently retired Hillsborough County School Teacher (38 years). I've spent 11 years in Special Education working with elementary age groups. Most of my career was teaching elementary students, but I also had a couple of years experience with high school students. I am patient, dependable and love to help others....

Marcia H. says "Angela has a lot of drive which is good because I don't have any. She motivates me to be active and productive. She helps me with everything from taking...

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Francene P.

Flexible Caregiver W/Nursing Background (FT-PT-as Needed)

Brandon, FL

5.0(1)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have extensive background dealing with a large, diverse client base, both as a nurse and with my private clients. I am also comfortable with a variety of medical conditions including celiac's, Down syndrome, diabetes (monitoring & treatment) and autism. My work ethic is strong and reliable. I use compassion and humor both in...

Bridget J. says "Francene has great passion for her work. She was wonderful with our son who has quite complex needs. He enjoyed his time with her, including lots of...

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Shannon L.

Babysitter, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care for Children of All Ages

Brandon, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
I have many years of experience in household management/bookkeeping/nannying/care giving since the age of 14. I have cared for many children , and love to spend my day with them. They are the future leaders of tomorrow! I love the outdoors , and believe active kids are great healthy kids. I have experience with special need as...

Rachel A. says "Shannon is a life saver!!! We found ourselves in a position where we needed a regular sitter with very little notice. Shannon was more than willing to...

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Anna L.

Love Kids

Riverview, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am unfortunately currently only available on Wednesdays until Fridays. Hi my name is ( Anna) I am a born again Christian. I was a teacher for children with special needs. I worked with children for most of my life. I raised 4 of my own children and is a Grandma of 3. I love working with small children and babies because I find...

Care Member says "Highly recommend Ms. Anita. She was with my son for a year and a half. She is a very loving, patient, and caring nanny. Was very hands on with my son....

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Andrea S.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Plant City, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I have been an on-call babysitter and nanny to special needs children for the past 5 years. I am a mother of two boys myself. I have a 9-year-old autistic boy and a baby. I work from home, so I can adjust my schedule as needed.

Robbie P. says "The kids loved spending the day with her and her son. She sent text to update how they were doing and pictures of them having fun. I would use her again."

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Jennifer B.

Wanted: Date Nights, Occasional Days/Nights, One-time Full-time Part-time And 24Hr Nanny Positions

Seffner, FL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
About me: I have been trained in CPR/First Aid. I've nannied, babysat, taught all ages, special needs children, and have experience with baby led weaning and cloth diapers. I enjoy crafts, reading, taking walks, swimming, etc. I am honest, caring, safe, and a non smoker. I have multiple references on here. I also have a Care...

Katie O. says "Jennifer has been a great caregiver for our four kids! She has a calm demeanor, which really helps in keeping all the kids calm too. She was very...

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  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

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April S.

We hired April to care for my father, who had moved to Florida and was living with us. We needed someone dependable, self-sufficient, kind,...

- Nick H.

Halei B.

Halei has been nothing short of incredible for us. We have two young boys and she has been basically another member of the family as she's...

- Brandon K.

Tracie K.

Tracie is very caring, flexible and makes learning fun. She tutored my 3rd grade son in reading, homework, and school projects. She goes...

- Renee W.

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