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Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hi! My name is Claire and I've been a professional nanny for over 5 years now. I have taken early childhood classes, I am CPR Certified, First Aid Certificated, and I also have taken safe sleep and car seat safety classes. I have worked in the daycare setting in the toddler room as well as being a nanny for multiple families. I...
Care Member says "Claire was amazing with my kids. They loved her and are asking when she’s coming back. I love that!! "
A veteran teacher with more than 15 years of experience. I am currently working as an elementary teacher for children with special needs. The majority of my students have severe intellectual disabilities with various medical needs. My training is not only to teach students with challenging intellectual abilities but also to...
Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital
May 2023 - November 2024
Clinical Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health LARGO
Sep 2022 - May 2023
Clinical Rehab Liaison
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
Clinical Rehab Liaison
Encompass Health LARGO
Apr 2017- Dec 2021
Clinical Nurse Liaison
The Inn on the Pond -ALF
Mar 2016 -...
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I live in Odessa. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing etc.
I am blessed to be a Mother and Nonna. I cared for my disabled ex husband for 25+ yrs out of our 32 yr marriage. I worked at a private school in New Jersey for emotionally & behaviorally challenged children. I also was a live-in nanny for a...
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- $19/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm an easygoing girl, who has over four years of childcare experience. In addition to my job as a private kindergarten tutor, I have over a year of experience as a lead teacher in a preschool, and experience with watching children in many different ways and places, including babysitting, leading children's church activities and...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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My name is Olivia! I recently just graduated from the University of Florida majoring in criminology and minoring in early childhood development. Helping children in the justice system is my passion!! I have 4 siblings and the best little dog in the world :) I grew up babysitting in my neighborhood, as well as working with...
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am an active college student pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. I have 10+ years of child care. I am currently an instructional assistant at a local elementary school.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, gentle, and understanding
I'm looking for a job that allows for a work- life balance
I started working...
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
meal prep
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I live in Odessa. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing etc.
I am blessed to be a Mother and Nonna. I cared for my disabled ex husband for 25+ yrs out of our 32 yr marriage. I worked at a private school in New Jersey for emotionally & behaviorally challenged children. I also was a live-in nanny for a...
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- $17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
High school special needs teacher with 6 years of experience. Teaching students with significant disabilities on alternative curriculum, behavioral monitoring, and positive reinforcement.
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- $19/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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.
Retired CNA/HHA
Caregiver Non Medical
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...
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
New Parent/Baby Doula
Newborn Sleep Doula
CNA/HHA Student Grad 2025 (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 Hillsborough County Education...
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...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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Hi! My name is Rosa, I am 23 years old, and have a very "sunshine-filled" personality! I grew up with four younger siblings and assisting my mother in her in-home daycare with children 3mo-16 years old. I am a very creative and imaginative individual, being proficient in music, art, writing, cooking/baking, acting, etc! I am an...
Care Member says "Rosa is amazing! Very considerate, caring and patient. She has a natural caregiving spirit. She ensured that I arrived to my appointment on time and...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hey there!
I am a 31-year-old single mama of one little princess who is 8. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 15. I have experience with twins, special needs children, newborns, and up to 6 kids at once. I'm an avid animal lover so don't mind caring for them as well! After returning to the work force I realized that...
Tristen G. says "Amazing service highly recommend"
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
Patient, loving and reliable!
I have worked in many fields of nursing from hospice to home-care and I also worked in hospitals with oncology, neurology and ortho patients. I also attended 2 years of RN school but due to unforeseen circumstance I was 4 months shy of completion.
I'm a mom of 2 older children and I have 5...
Debra S. says "Lorie cared for me after a extensive back surgery. Lori is friendly and kind. She was always on time and has a very pleasant personality. She is very...
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- $23/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I simply love children and I enjoy spending time with them. I love spending time outdoors and I am not a TV sitter. Nothing is more exciting to see than a smile you put on a child's face when they are enjoying their time with you. I aim to please both the adult and the child. I have special needs experience as well,
Care Member says "Andrea is great with our three kids! Our daughter can be highly emotional and needs someone to really connect with her and Andrea does great with our...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've worked in a children's home with abused, neglected, and abandoned children for 5 years. I love working with special needs children, and have acquired the patience needed in order to do so.
Cristina P. says "We are so lucky to have met Andrea! Our first request was for a date night, but something came up and we had to leave out of town instead. She was so...
Dementia
hospice services
home modification
personal care
live-in home care
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I have over 20 yrs. of experience as a healthcare provider. CNA, CPR, and first aid certified. My specialty is in geriatrics, but I've also cared for children with special needs in a hospital setting. Throughout the years I have acquired a vast amount of knowledge and experience in my field. My best asset is the compassionate...
Sally W. says "Reyna is a very professional, reliable and thorough caregiver- probably the best we have encountered using this site. We felt comfortable knowing that she...
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
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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- $10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.12/hr as of July 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Odessa, FL
Special Needs Caregivers in Odessa, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Claire S.
Claire was amazing with my kids. They loved her and are asking when she’s coming back. I love that!!
- Care member
Maryann A.
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...
- Care member
Laura E.
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...
- Laura B.
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