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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Parrish, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Parrish, FL

I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small

Review for Kirsten T. by Marisa M.

Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable.

Review for Teresa B. by Care member

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

Review for Natasha W. by Jordanna S.

Special needs caregivers in Parrish, FL

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Kirsten T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion And Care Giving Services

5.0

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I have extensive experience providing companionship and care giving to seniors as well as those with specialized needs, such as Dementia and Parkinson's disease. Services offered: general companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, grooming assistance, transportation, errands , organization, light housekeeping,...
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff."

Marisa M.

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Teresa B.


Ellenton, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

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.
Teresa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable. "

Care member

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Natasha W.


Sun City Center, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood

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,...
Natasha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Natasha was great with my 3 kids. She was very calm and they really enjoyed her."

Jordanna S.

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Sarah H.


Palmetto, FL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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.
Sarah can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
5.0
"Sarah cared for my mother and father and was very thoughtful, calm, and thorough despite my mother being a very difficult patient. "

Care member

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Robin R.


Bradenton, FL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/Babysitter (Responsible, Loving Nanny/Grandma)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 adult children (one with special needs) who I lovingly raised. I also have 2 grandchildren who I adore babysitting for. While my kids were growing up I volunteered in the schools regularly (grades K-8) to help enrich their education. When they graduated, my love of children led me to take a job at a Preschool. I got CPR...
Robin can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Robin is WONDERFUL. I have a now 11-month-old who is very sweet but VERY clingy to his mama, and Robin has had the patience of a saint in getting to know him. She was seemingly unflappable if he had a meltdown when I wasn't nearby, keeping her voice calm and gently...

Kim S.

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Stacey B.


Ruskin, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Special Needs. Children, Adults And Seniors.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been in the health field for over 20 years. I have cared for children, adults and seniors. I am seeking full time or part time employment. I am a hard worker, compassionate, organized, experienced with years of knowledge, have an excellent background ground check and CPR certified. I hope you will consider me for a...
5.0
"I worked with Stacey for over a year. I found her to be trustworthy, professional and very caring. I recommend her for employment. "

Karen T.

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Edessa O.


Sun City Center, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

The Sitter You've Been Looking For

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have over 5 years of experience. I have studied child psychology, worked with special needs kids as well as kids of all other age groups, I can help with Travel and Errands. I'm a very clean and organized person so I promise to make sure your home is left the way I found it or better if requested. I do currently work a day job...
Edessa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Edessa was great. Our 1yo was comfortable with her right away. She did a great job keeping her fed, clean diapers, and on schedule. Edessa interacted with developmental toys as well as outside playtime. She did some vacuuming during nap time, which was a big help....

Mike B.

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Sarah H.


Palmetto, FL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced & Compassionate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sarah watched my 3 month old for a couple weeks when I needed help and she was super sweet! Totally recommend and would hire her again when I go back to work "

Care member

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Ciera L.


Bradenton, FL

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ciera I grew up here in Bradenton and reside here with my family. I have two children ages 10 and 13 and they keep me active! I have worked in childcare since I attended college in Tampa in 2003 and took a job with a babysitting/nanny service. Since then I have worked with a local babysitting/nanny agency here...
Ciera can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Absolutely the best nanny, period. Will help with every facet of childhood development. Wonderful person."

Charlotte M.

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Emily E.


Ruskin, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

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...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Wonderful babysitter! We visited Anna Maria Island for Spring Break, she baby sat our 7yo, 3yo and 3mo girls. She met our girls, and immediately made them (and us) feel comfortable. She did a fantastic job. Took the girls to the candy store (our request), fed...

Care member

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Kalah S.


Ruskin, FL

$20-40/hr7 yrs exp

Social Worker, Caregiver, Job Coach, DSP

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for individuals with disabilities both children and adults for 7+ years. I had worked in various settings including day programs (community based), residential programs, elementary school as well as high school (job coaching). I have many trainings and certificates including being med. admin trained and have my...
5.0
"Kalah came to give support and interaction to a family member. She is very interpretative and understands the needs of the situation. She had no apprehension and has great capacity to integrate and meld and fill the needs of the person she is working with. She has...

Mike G.

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Hertha D.


Lithia, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a high calibre caregiver with great references? Look no further. I'm the one! I have 15+ yrs licensed CNA experience, highly skilled, great personality/initiative, efficient, resourceful, well rounded. Assist with OT/PT, meds & all ADL, ostomy & wound care, errands, transport to doctors' appts, prepare meals, assist...
Hertha can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Hertha is truly one of a kind. It's hard to even put into short words how amazing and how much of a blessing Hertha was to our family. Hertha took better care of my Grandma then my family even expected was possible. She not only took care of all her medical needs...

Desiree I.

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Megan P.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

With over 10 years of childcare under my belt, my experience includes time as an in-home nanny for different families, and working in and managing both summer camps and after-school programs. I have cared for special needs children, twins, and groups! After taking a brief hiatus to pursue my dream of becoming a Sommelier, I am...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Megan has been wonderful with our toddler. She is always on time even a bit early. We trust her to take our daughter to the park and playgroups and she will check in or send pics to let us know how it's going. She has even created a few special activities to do...

Rebekah G.

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Gabriela M.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! Gabriela here, ready to help you with your family needs. I am a 35-year-old lupus warrior with extensive experience with infants-14 years old, fur baby care, household management, assistant work, work vacations with families as well as extended stays with littles and/or fur babies while parents take a much needed...
Gabriela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Gabi is truly a 5 star caretaker for my children and animals! She dropped in on my 2 dogs and 1 cat while I was on a 2 week vacation. She even went the extra mile by collecting my mail and watering our plants. Will definitely be using her again."

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Sofia T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Sofia T I cared for my grandmother from ages 7 to 11 years old. I've worked with and enjoyed making special needs children between the ages 5- and 21-years old smile as a profession for 4 years. I also enjoyed making people smile as a makeup artist for 7 years. I have a background in restaurant management and am clean and...
Sofia can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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....
Erniecia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

As a nurturing caregiver with 3 years of experience, my passion lies in supporting families and leaving a positive impact on children's lives. With my patient and calm nature, I provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. My creativity and imagination shine through during playtime, as I engage children...
Arabella can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as warm, caring , nurturing I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing them grow and learn. I enjoy when they get excited about something new they have achieved. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and allows me to build on my skills I started working with kids when I was in high school....
Nina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Amy S.


Riverview, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Amy

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...
Amy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I'm Agnes, I am a first-generation American, with my family coming from Ukraine. I spent two years as a teaching assistant for kindergarten during high school. I taught Sunday School for elementary students, and I helped in the nursery. I'm actively involved with children in my community, volunteering at VBS, and summer...
Agnes can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling

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