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Gianna B.

Ruskin, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children while supporting families with a reliable childcare option. With three years of experience, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My approach is centered around patience, calmness, and open...

Care Member says "Gianna is our current afternoon driver. She is so flexible understanding and has the sweetest heart. She is very punctual. She's on time and she...

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I'm Here To Assist

Ruskin, FL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
I love helping others it's my passion, I have been working with special needs and elderly for over 20 years, I also love animals I'd describe my personality as Supportive, Motivated, Reliable I'm looking for a job that consistency I started caring for people with special needs when I have been working in the field for 20...
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Ruskin, FL

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$20/hr
I have worked as a child care provider for over 14 years. I have experience working with children with Disabilities such as Autism and Asperger's.
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Full Time Nanny

Ruskin, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Emily and I'm 29 years old. I graduated with a degree in marketing from GCU. I have worked in the nanny field for 15 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...
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Experienced Child Caregiver

Ruskin, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, reliable and energetic professional and mom seeking to assist with either childcare or senior care. I have experience with preemies/infants through teens. I am a single mother of two college young adults and another daughter that just graduated from college. I work full-time on weekdays as an Executive...
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Ruskin, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
As a childcare provider with four years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children and make learning fun. I believe in open communication with parents, providing daily written reports and regular updates. I'm comfortable...
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Apollo Beach, FL

4.7(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Grocery shopping
Hi, I'm 52 and I have cared for many families I can always provide you with references if needed. I love childcare and have been in childcare since I was 19. I'm great at potty training, sign language, teaching Spanish, colors, arts and crafts , etc. I have experience with special needs children and kids with autism. I've...

Donald D. says "Patty is amazing. I was lucky enough to find her soon after we moved to Tampa and started work again after maternity leave. She cared for my then 1 YO...

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Sun City Center, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
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,...

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

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Wimauma, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm an outpatient therapist seeking part-time childcare opportunities to support families. I hold all required clearances and am CPR/First Aid certified. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages-in daycare settings as both caregiver and director, in summer camps for children with special needs, and as a...

Grace M. says "Valerie recently started watching our son a couple months ago. Our son is under 1 year old, and Valerie has been awesome with him. A few things that I love...

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Wimauma, FL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello, my name is April! I am caring, responsible, and highly dependable with a passion for supporting a child's growth and well being. I have experience working with children from infant to age 10 as I was in the Elementary Education program at USF getting my Bachelor's in Elementary Education. Growing up with a sibling with...
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Wimauma, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm Malaaka , a very loving , humble and friendly individual who loves taking care of everyone. If given the chance to take care of you or your family you won't regret
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Wimauma, FL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
With over 20 years of experience, Felicia is a Certified Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) with a lifelong passion for supporting special needs children, high-risk youth, and children with autism. She has worked in diverse settings including the juvenile justice system, nonprofit organizations, and educational...
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Wimauma, FL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Experienced childcare taker passionate about helping children & adolescents. Strong crisis intervention & trauma care skills. Fluent in Spanish.
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Full-time Nanny, Tutoring, Or Senior Care

Sun City Center, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children since I was 13. Children just naturally draw to me, perhaps because of my innocent nature. I have been an educator for 13 years, teaching Montessori with 3-6-year-olds, teaching ESL in K-12, as well as being a regular elementary school teacher. I am seeking full-time work outside of the...
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Support

Sun City Center, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I raised a boy for 13 years on the spectrum and autistic and realized how much support was needed for him, and I'd love to share some of my experiences that I've learned over the years now he's a successful teenager in school and home life with no behavioral issues and went from alot of medicine to just one medication for focus...
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Sun City Center, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I've been a child care provider for over 17 years. I started out as a babysitter at age 15 and since then have been a full-time nanny, teacher in the classroom, tutor, respite care provider for children with special needs, babysitter, and a mother to my own children. I have a degree in child development. I also have a flexible...
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Experienced CNA | Compassionate Care For Seniors & Individuals With Special Needs

Sun City Center, FL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Jessica, and I'm a compassionate, dependable caregiver with years of experience in healthcare. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR certified, with a strong background in both home health and facility-based care. I specialize in working with seniors and individuals of all ages with physical,...
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Gibsonton, FL

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As a caregiver with eight years of experience, my passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and my heartfelt desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and creative nature allows me to engage with children in various activities, including outdoor sports, board games, and...
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Experienced Mom Available To Nanny

Sun City Center, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am 54 years old, mother of two college graduates. I have years of experience caring for families of various age groups and pets in household. Currently I care of a special needs child. The child is totally dependent on caregiver, diaper changing, meds, baths and feeding. I pretty much do everything for her including lifting...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.43/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ruskin, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Ruskin, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gianna B.

Gianna is our current afternoon driver. She is so flexible understanding and has the sweetest heart. She is very punctual. She's on time and...

- Care member

Patricia O.

Patty is amazing. I was lucky enough to find her soon after we moved to Tampa and started work again after maternity leave. She cared for my...

- Donald D.

Natasha W.

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

- Jordanna S.

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