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Deborah H.

My Name Is Deborah I Am Looking To Work With People On Helping Them With Their Basic Need.

Palm Harbor, FL

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I have been working in this field for about 7 years helping people with personal needs infants babies and toddlers also Senior Living people
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Kellie M.

Special Needs Teacher/caregiver

Tarpon Springs, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a college educated mother of 4, former elementary special education and middle school teacher, tutor and caregiver. I have a lot of love and experience to give.
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Heather J.

Seasoned And Still Willing To Learn

Palm Harbor, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 plus years of experience working with children with varying exceptionalities. I have worked for Pinellas County Schools as well as 2 local private schools. I have 2 boys of my own, one age 24 with Autism and a 17-year-old in early college. I have worked in a typically developing preschool environment as well as a...
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Daquanya H.

Sand And The Seashells

Tarpon Springs, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Da'Quanya & I just moved to Tarpon Springs, FL. I grew up in a loving family household. I consider myself compassionate, joyful, and full of life. I enjoy helping others, willing to take off the load to make life a little bit more easier. Growing up I was raised to do unto others as I would want done to myself. I...
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Julia H.

Palm Harbor, FL

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$15/hr
Hello I'm 20 years old and named Julia, I love children and I have nanny two different families for two different years. I love children and am a psychology major interested mainly in children's development and therapy with children. I am willing to learn anything that your child needs me to do for them, have safe...
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Rachel R.

Holiday, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Caring individual, teacher and nanny. Dependable and kind. Can be part time sitter, second nanny, date-night sitter, emergency care. 17 years experience working w/ children of all ages, including children with special needs. Professional teacher for 11 years, 7 years in Pasco County, Fl. As private nanny for 4 years, I cared for...

Meghan C. says "Rachel is a wonderful fit for my two little boys. She's extremely patient and constantly engaging. She's even great a refereeing (aka redirecting) since...

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Medalit J.

Loving Well Educated & Well Mannered Nanny Seeking For A Loving Family To Work For...

Palm Harbor, FL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With two decades of experience, I've cultivated a patient and creative approach that helps children thrive. Whether we're exploring nature, playing educational games, or engaging in physical activities, I strive to make learning fun and foster a positive...
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Lexus M.

Hudson, FL

4.6(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Worked with special needs children and adults, volunteered at The Angelus (located in Hudson FL) home for children/adults with cerebral palsy. Babysat ages (newborn-12) up to 5 kids at a time Sunday School Teacher for ages k 5-1st grade girls averaging 20 plus kids at a time. Love kids, pets, flexible hours as I'm working on...

Erica G. says "Lexus watched our boys when they were four and one, and they absolutely adored her. They were sad when she left and always asked when Miss Lexus would be...

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Paul W.

Clearwater, FL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Lorraine F.

Oldsmar, FL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Lorraine. I have a great deal of experience working with ASD and administering Insulin using a Diabetic Insulin Machine. I enjoy helping people in need. I look forward to assisting you or your loved one.
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Holly P.

Learning Through Creativity And Curiosity

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Ever since my very first job at 15 as an After School Tutor I have spent my life caring for, teaching, and helping others. My career includes time spent as an Assistant Ballet Instructor, an Exhibit Educator at The Florida Aquarium, a Lead Teacher in PreK-4 and PreK-3 classrooms, and a Nanny for children ages 6 months to 5...

Katie S. says "Holly is fabulous and my kids LOVE her-- I need to learn some of the songs and crafts she does. She is well trained and formally educated. I felt...

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Maryann A.

Special Needs

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
15 years experience
New Parent/Baby Doula Newborn Sleep Doula Med Tech HHA End of Life Doula for People and Pets (Alzheimer's, Dementia/Diabetes/Hospice) * Aging and Disabled VA Provider * APD Florida Train (Special Needs) * Medicare/Medicaid Med Waiver Provider * APD Disability Canine Training Provider * Literacy Tutor Volunteer for...

Megan H. says "Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects...

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Maryann A.

Currently Pediatric Neurologist Psychiatrist EEG Tech Asst.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love caring from pregnancy and beyond including APD (Special Needs) Florida Provider for Med Waiver, VA, and Aging & Disabled of all 3 bay area county Providers. Non Smoker, Vaccinated and Pet Friendly. Literacy Tutor Volunteer for Hillsborough County Library. Doula/HHA/Med Tech Retired CNA

Care Member says "Maryann is the best caregiver I have ever used. She understands what a child’s needs are and works well with parents so that everyone is on the same...

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Hope S.

Lutz, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a Navy Mom of two. We're a very active family, who loves sports and activities in the city. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age children, and Special Needs. My youngest is on the Spectrum so I am very comfortable and confident in helping with the needs your child might have. I like to plan activities for...

Malik R. says "Hope was everything I could've wished out of a babysitter! She is super friendly attentive and super caring and a blast for my kids to hang out with to the...

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Shannel P.

Odessa, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Shannel and I have over 20 years of experience taking care of children. I have 3 amazing kids of my own ages 23, 20 and 13 and I've worked for multiple families as a nanny. Most recently I helped run a co-op private school for children with special needs. I have always believed in nurturing special talents...

Melanie G. says "This is a difficult review to write. There are so many wonderful things to say about Shannel that picking out just a few attributes is tough. Simply...

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Ashlyn T.

Dunedin, FL

3.5(1)
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$5/hr
5 years experience
I am currently in my first year of nursing school in a hospital. I previously attended a university majoring in early childhood education with a minor in special education. I have been babysitting for 5 years now and have watched children between the ages of 1 and 10. The first child I babysat had Down's syndrome and was 6 years...

Douglas Starr S. says "This was a service for a special needs teenager. Ashlyn was intuitive and my daughter liked her. The true compliment."

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Laura E.

Laura

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
I am 58 years old and have had 10+ jobs since going on care. com 10 years ago. I am the mom to 4 adults. No grandchildren yet. I have worked with children ages newborn to 14 years. Two sets of twins and multiple ages in one family. I have lots of patience and have worked with and raised children with special needs, autism/ downs...

Laura B. says "We hired Miss Laura to care for our twin boys who were 6 months at the time. We were so impressed with her amazing abilities, calm nature and ability to...

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Dayanara V.

A Little Insight Into Who I Am

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, attentive, creative and open minded! I started working with kids when I was in high school, right after my little sister was born. I helped out with her most days and after gaining that experience with her for a few years I started to babysit for friends and family after school and on...

Care Member says "We LOVE Dani! She is wonderful with all 3 kids, all at the same time (4-13 years old) and one on one. She is organized and cleans the house well. She...

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Stephanie F.

Nanny Available

Palm Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Jeffrey H. says "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...

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Judith C.

Dunedin, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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 8years ago. Excellent cook and organized helper/...

S D. says "Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.70/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in New Port Richey, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in New Port Richey, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Rachel R.

Rachel is a wonderful fit for my two little boys. She's extremely patient and constantly engaging. She's even great a refereeing (aka...

- Meghan C.

Lexus M.

Lexus watched our boys when they were four and one, and they absolutely adored her. They were sad when she left and always asked when Miss...

- Erica G.

Holly P.

Holly is fabulous and my kids LOVE her-- I need to learn some of the songs and crafts she does. She is well trained and formally educated. I...

- Katie S.

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