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Lisa R.

C.N.A., Medical Assistant, Special Needs Care Provider

Hudson, FL

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$27/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I provided infant and child care for 10 years as a volunteer in the children's ministry and for 3 years as a staff member for the foster care program. I provided special needs child care as a volunteer in the children's ministry. I was employed for 3 years for United Cerebral Palsy caring for pediatrics to adults with...
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Ali S.

Hudson, FL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Practicing RBT providing ABA services to clients between the age of 2-13 currently . Pursuing my board certification to become and assistant analyst
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Lisa R.

Hudson, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with persons with special needs from infants to adults as paid staff and a church volunteer. My niece has Down's syndrome and my oldest son is a pediatric cancer survivor so my knowledge is personal as well as professional.
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Marlene B.

Home Health Aide/Companion With 7+ Years Experience

Holiday, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I am dependable with my own transportation. I am a very caring person. I have certificates in CPR/first aide, HIV/Aids, Alzheimer, Blood borne pathogens, suicide, child abuse, domestic violence, and OSHA/HIPPA laws.
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Michael O.

Michael 19 Year Old Babysitting Extraordinaire

Hudson, FL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, and responsible I like working with kids because my major in college is special needs education and I just want kids to feel like they have a purpose and that they are awesome I'm looking for a job that can pay me well, love me not only as a worker but become good friends with kids...
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Destinee S.

Hudson, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I've got experience in caring for a non verbal, special needs 17-year-old teen. Duties included but were not limited to: Bathing/Dressing Feeding Transporting Hygiene upkeep (trimming nails/toes, brushing hair, etc.) Laundry and weekly changing of sheets and blankets. Monitoring 24/7.
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Meaghan D.

Holiday, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have worked as a certified nurse assistant for 5 years in both nursing homes and through home health agencies. I have dealt with senior citizens with many different types of illnesses and disorders. I am looking for a part time job 10-12 hours a day for two days a week
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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
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Jessica R.

Hudson, FL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I am a special education teacher with four years experience working with school aged autistic children. I have experience with moderate to severe behaviors, as well as aac devices, potty training, and minimal feeding assistance. I am able to provide a safe, supervised, and stable experience for your little one.
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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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Morgan H.

Spring Hill, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children for the last 11 years and also have experience with caring for children with special needs. . A recent position I held was homeschooling 3 children within their home. I worked with this family for 5+ years. I also have experience with autism, I have lots of references if needed. Thank you...

Care Member says "It was really wonderful having Morgan here with our baby girl. She really enjoyed the time with Morgan and loved the songs, books and outside time...

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Rhonda K.

Caregiving, Errands, Pet Care, Home/property Care

Tarpon Springs, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 7 years of experience with 4 different home health agencies and have also done work privately. I am CPR certified and have completed many healthcare courses. I have managed a large medical practice for many years. I have also privately cared for pets & homes, run errands, cleaned properties, and managed commercial real...

Care Member says "Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good care of my...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Shannel P.

Odessa, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Maryann A.

Currently Pediatric Neurologist Psychiatrist EEG Tech Asst.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Reyna S.

San Diego High

Tampa, FL

4.9(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
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...

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Sarah A.

Sarah, Babysitter

Land O' Lakes, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Sarah, and I'm a neonatal icu nurse :) I have experience with neonates/infants in the hospital, as well as experience working at a special needs daycare. I also had previous experience babysitting while in nursing school and have always loved it! I am patient, kind, and punctual! I am CPR certified, and can't...

Renay C. says "Sarah is a sweet, smart caring young woman who babysat my 9 year old daughter on many occasions. She picked my daughter up from school several times and...

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Stephanie F.

Nanny Available

Palm Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Desiree W.

Experienced Nanny

Palm Harbor, FL

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm fully vaccinated! I have over 20 years of experience taking care of and educating children and adults. I have extensive experience with special needs children.

Anastasia B. says "Desi worked for me as a mother's helper for about 2.5 months. Her strong points were cleaning, cooking and being silly with my toddler. She loves...

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Lorraine F.

Oldsmar, FL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a 66-year-old mother of two grown daughters and five grandchildren. I have been taking care of my grandchildren for the past 17 years. Now that the last one is going to school, I miss being a caregiver and being around little ones. I am energetic and fun-loving. I enjoy taking walks, going to the park and playing games. I...

Haley S. says "Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.62/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Port Richey, FL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 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.

Maryann A.

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...

- Megan H.

Morgan H.

It was really wonderful having Morgan here with our baby girl. She really enjoyed the time with Morgan and loved the songs, books and...

- Care member

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