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Yazir R.

Hi There! My Name Is Yazir And I Would Love To Be Your Favorite Local Babysitter

Riverview, FL

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$20/hr
Hi there! I'm Yazir - a dedicated caregiver with a lifelong passion for working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. Aside from caring for kiddos all throughout my life, I've also completed 45 hours of DCF training and have hands-on experience in a preschool setting as a VPK co-teacher, where I managed...
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Amy

Riverview, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Amy I am a mother of four children, Grandmother to four little ones. I have primary worked with special needs and medically involved children and adults who were disabled or behavioral. I am CPR and First Aid certified I also hold a medical certification card. I also have been trained in several nurse delegated duties...
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CNA /CPR

Riverview, FL

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$17/hr
I am a CNA/CPR certified in 3 states MA RI FL. I have experienced with kids and seniors I was running my own daycare for around 19 years and I have experienced with special needs I was worked in hospital nursing homes and homes too and experienced with persons with cancer
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Special Needs Teacher Looking For A Change Of Pace

Riverview, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience with children of all abilities and ages. I have a passion to work wiith children and love to teach, but I am looking to get out of the classroom and a change of pace.
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Riverview, FL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a dedicated and nurturing helper with over 30 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. My passion for childcare drives me to create a supportive and engaging environment for all children. I believe that every child is unique and deserves the best care and attention. As a...
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Valrico, FL

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$13/hr
Hi! I have experience with anything to do with food allergies or autism, I have been able to experience and learn how to carefully take care of anyone with these conditions my whole life. Everyone in my household has had food allergies for a while now and my brother has autism. I love to build close and special relationships...
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Experience G Tube And Respiratory Care

Riverview, FL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I been working for more than two years with a lady with feeding tube, and respiratory treatment like nebulizer and c-pap. I help her with bathing. meal preparation, doctors appointment, and many other activities.
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Riverview, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'd describe myself as fun, easygoing, and compassionate! I love working with kids, which started when I was a professional ballet dancer-I regularly taught and babysat the younger dancers. I've been helping care for children since I was 13, assisting with classes ranging from toddlers to special needs students. I'm currently...
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Riverview, FL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and have over 4 years of experience providing childcare and currently working as a registered behavioral technician for children with autism. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I enjoy engaging children with educational games, puzzles, and outdoor activities....

Riverview, FL

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been around and taking care of kids at a young age. I took a childhood education at school and work with kids, I've volunteered at kids day care and kids events. I enjoy being around kids and dogs. I have experience helping families taking care of kids that varies of age especially infants and also care for kids with...

Life With Me In ESE

Riverview, FL

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$50/hr
8 years experience
I have a passion for helping people with disabilities live a life they enjoy. I graduated from the University of South Florida in 2016 with a bachelors of science degree in exceptional student education. I have 8 years experience in the classroom working with students from 6th to 12th grade with varying exceptionalities. I won...
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Full Time Nanny

Ruskin, FL

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Valrico, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Certified Nursing Assistant

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...

Wilma D. says "Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."

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Babysitter/Nanny/Also Worked With Special Needs

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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!...

Susan H. says "Heather is a very caring responsible person. She is very reliable & enjoys helping children meet and exceed their potentials/milestones. She keeps...

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Sun City Center, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi, I'm Natasha I absolutely love children and have always felt a natural connection with them. I have been caring for children since I was a child. I have been not only a babysitter, also a math teacher, tutor, teaching assistant, substitute teacher, dance teacher, camp counselor and a special education assistant. I am caring,...

Jordanna S. says "Natasha was great with my 3 kids. She was very calm and they really enjoyed her."

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Riverview, FL

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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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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Parrish, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience working with children. I am a Registered Behavior Technician and I work with children with special needs in Schools, in Clinic and in Home settings! I love pairing and working with children and getting to know their little personalities, it's my happy place! I can help with Travel, Grocery Shopping,...

Courtney G. says "Cairo is awesome! She babysat our 1 year old a few times who is cautious of strangers but he really took to her quickly. She was punctual, reliable,...

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Emily E.

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...

- Care member

Shelby L.

My kids love her! She is also the sweetest.

- Chandel G.

Victoria M.

Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible.

- Wilma D.

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