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craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on your family's daily life. With over 25 years of experience, I offer a patient, calm, and creative approach to childcare for children of all ages. My background in Early Child Development coursework allows me to engage...
Care Member says "Hi – I’m a single dad in the Austin area. I regularly ask Christy for assistance in the afternoon (around 3-7pm) when I need someone to receive my...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
Dear Family or Client,
I know finding someone to assist and care for your loved ones isn't a simple task. Finding someone who is actually qualified and experienced can be difficult. With over 15 years of experience with healthcare type settings, I have a proven track record of providing solid foundation for care. I have assisted...
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- $13/hr
For over a year I worked as an in-home caregiver for an elderly man and his two adult disabled children. I worked doing household chores and regularly took them out and about to their social engagements. Looking forward to meeting another wonderful family.
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- $20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've worked as a nanny and caregiver for the elderly for the past 4 years. Worked with 4 families ranging in needs, including Parkinsons, dementia, special needs, and more. I'm here to help.
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have raised four boys. One that is special needs. Three of them played travel baseball and attended Sarasota military Academy.
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- $18/hr
Respite care
dementia
errands
transportation
light cleaning
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My mother who has dementia lives with me full-time, but my husband also stays home to take care of her with me. I have a son who is special needs with autism and ADHD and attends Easter Seals growing up. I also took care of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's she lived with us from the time I was 4 to 17. She was bedridden with a...
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- $25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
companionship
dementia
visiting physician
hospice services
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I have over 3 years experience working with multiple families helping elderly loved ones. Previous work has included patients with Parkinsons, dementia, and special needs.
Meal prep
errands
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
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Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) graduate from EDP University of Puerto Rico (May 11, 2025). Home Health Aide with over five years of experience providing compassionate care to geriatric patients, individuals with Alzheimer's disease, cancer and hospice patients, and children with special needs. Passionate about delivering...
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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Hi! I'm Alexis. I have about 2 years of babysitting experience. I love working with kids and creating a creative, fun, safe, and positive environment for them. I'm reliable, patient, and happy to help with playtime, homework, nutritional meals, and bedtime routines. I look forward to helping families with their childcare needs!...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Andreia. I have over 30 years of experience as Career Nanny. I went to college for Physical Education back in Brazil, and took some Child Development College classes at PBSC in South Florida more recently. I also have a background in teaching swimming for children. I pursued many babysitter and nanny positions here in...
Carolina B. says "Andreia is a wonderful Nanny. She is very responsible, patient, and a caring person. She is very easy to work with and has always a very positive...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
personal care
Hello, up until recently I was working for Day Kimball Hospital. I have worked here for the past 17 years until Oct 2014. I worked in several different departments including the intensive care unit, Emergency Room, Med/Surg, Birthing Center, Oncology, Neurology, and was also a Constant Attendant. My family has just recently...
Karen A. says "Tammy was awesome! I needed someone on very, very short notice and she came to the rescue...I would not hesitate to recommend Tammy to another family for...
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 8 years of experience working with children professionally and many more experiences with children in informal settings. I am a certified teacher, and I have been working as a paraprofessional in Manatee County elementary schools for over 8 years working with students with special needs. I have been a foster parent for...
Meredith G. says "She watches my son 2 nights a week. Is always on time. Very reliable. Feeds him healthy meals, and does fun stuff with him. We absolutely love her."
Part-Time Nanny, Cleaning, Running Errands, Doctor Appointments And Cooking Meals Provider Available
Bradenton, FL
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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I love everything (really) from MUSIC, fun education sheets, board games, crafts and fun adventures! I am not a fan of TV or video games. I prefer to do an activity that is geared towards the child's age. Exp: The family game left right and Center can be played with Anything the children want to! I bring minions figurines! :) I...
Alexandria H. says "Tammy was a delight. I have 3 children ranging in age from infant to tween and she knew how to handle all 3 needs. She is very thorough, impressively...
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- $16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
One of the best things about being a nanny is that I am lucky to be a part of a family team and help it run smoothly! I have never worked for a family that did not add something special to my life as well. I worked in daycare for 5 years during which time, not only did I acquire the 40 hours of training needed to work in Florida...
Cheryl P. says "My son has epilepsy and some behavior concerns. But, Janet was above average in her strategy in managing his functioning skills. My son is very particular...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a lifetime of experience working with children in a wide variety of positions from a Preschool gymnastics program director, Special Needs paraeducator in both preschool and middle school classes, in home daycare owner and a personal nanny/house manager.
Care Member says "Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable. "
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
My first passion in life is caring for people of all ages - from newborn to those in their nineties.... I just love people. I believe everyone deserves a loving and nurturing environment in which to grow, thrive, and have the best quality of life possible. I have run daycare for children with special needs, worked as a Youth and...
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I have 8+ years of experience working with children from the ages of 6 months to 17 years old, not to mention being a big sister :).
Nothing makes me happier than caring for our future generations and I have a great passion for and knowledge of childhood development.
I have experience volunteering with children that...
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- $25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
dementia
home modification
personal care
respite care
My first passion in life is caring for people of all ages - from newborn to those in their nineties.... I just love people. I believe everyone deserves a loving and nurturing environment in which to grow, thrive, and have the best quality of life possible. I have run daycare for children with special needs, worked as a Youth and...
Jeri S. says "I feel very fortunate to have hired Lauren as my senior care provider. Lauren is an absolutely excellent care giver. She is so dependable, honest,...
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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Hi! My name is Jenni, and I'm a Christian caregiver in the Bradenton/Sarasota area with a background in pediatric healthcare, psychology, and family support/case management.
I'm also a mom to two daughters, and caring for children and supporting families has always been a meaningful part of my life.
I've spent many years...
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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My husband & I built a new home in Nokomis & love it here!! So peaceful & close to the ocean!
I am hopeful you will reach out to me as I have an abundance of experience working with newborns to teenagers. I am reliable, on time & enjoy keeping the environment clean & filled with positive energy. I have been a full time nanny...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Palmetto, FL
Special Needs Caregivers in Palmetto, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Christy F.
Hi – I’m a single dad in the Austin area. I regularly ask Christy for assistance in the afternoon (around 3-7pm) when I need someone to...
- Care member
Andreia C.
Andreia is a wonderful Nanny. She is very responsible, patient, and a caring person. She is very easy to work with and has always a very...
- Carolina B.
Tammy B.
Tammy was awesome! I needed someone on very, very short notice and she came to the rescue...I would not hesitate to recommend Tammy to...
- Karen A.
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