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Autumn T.
Wesley Chapel, FL
$20-30/hr
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Hi! My name is Autumn, I will be graduating in May with a degree in communications science and disorders and in august starting grad school! I have a certificate in working with individuals with developmental disabilities and have had 4 years of nanny experience!
Amber V.
Zephyrhills, FL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a 25-year-old college student! I have over 10 years of experience caring for children; it started when my 13-year-old cousins were *first born*, and led into me becoming the primary babysitter for my church families kids as well! I have a brother with Cerebral palsy & was a coach to his baseball little league! I am...
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Mackenzie M.
Zephyrhills, FL
$15-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi I'm Mackenzie! To give a quick overview of my experience I started working with kids when I was just a kid myself. Of course growing up around babies and younger cousins I always took the job to watch them during family gatherings. During my middle and high school years I enjoyed working with special needs programs as well as...
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Hey, I'm Sarah. I have been a pediatric nurse for almost 7 years and prior I have been a nanny for a few families. Looking to leave bedside/hospital setting and looking for a new opportunity. I have worked with kids who have special needs. I do not mind if you have pets and I have my own SUV for transportation. Feel free to...
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I have coached gymnastics for over 2 years and have worked with children of all ages and cognitive abilities. I am currently attending school for a degree in psychology, with interest in speech pathology.
5.0
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25 years caregiving experience. I have worked with Children with special needs as well as adults and seniors. I have worked in assisted-living, group homes, as well as nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. I have experience with catheters, Hoyer lifts, pretty much everything that you can think of when it comes to the...
5.0
"Melissa is an absolute blessing to my family. She is experienced, compassionate and very knowledgeable. She takes great care of my mother who has dementia. Melissa
Is gentle and patient. She is everything that...
Reviewed by Michelle S.
5.0
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I am a college student seeking employment on a part-time/occasional need basis. I have experience with newborns up to age 12. My brother, being 10 years younger than me, has given me much experience of interacting and watching over children of many ages. My numerous nanny jobs have included tasks such as school pick-up,...
5.0
"Taylor interviewed with us and babysat our 7 month old baby for 1/2 day. She was great and kept her on schedule. Also showed up on time. Highly recommend."
Reviewed by Sangita L.
Juanita L.
Tampa, FL
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Former Bilingual Educator/Healthcare Professional Ready To Change Roles For A Caring Job Opportunity
5.0
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I am choosing to be a childcare provider because I am ready to help young families provide a loving and safe option for in home childcare. I am a college graduate who speaks both English and Spanish equally, and willing to teach Spanish to your babies if interested. I have worked in the healthcare sector most of my adults years...
5.0
"She was with our family since my first baby was 3 weeks old. She was always on time and willing to go above and beyond, she loved our child like her own. We’re looking forward to hiring her again when we have...
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Hiya! My name is Shayna and kids have always been my focus since I was a kid myself. I am a Christian youth with experience in child care as well as pet care and people with physical special needs. I am CPR certified, PCA certified (on my way to becoming a CNA), fully vaccinated, drivers licensed and have my child care...
5.0
"Although we were not able to align the times we needed with Shayna's availability, I did have quite a bit of communication with her and she had a play date with my daughter. She was on time, engaged,...
Reviewed by Leslie S.
Martina C.
Spring Hill, FL
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello. I have a certificate for CNA, Medication Technician, CPR and First Aid. I'm a nursing professional with excellent experience with patient care. I'm patient and compassionate when it comes to to patient wants and needs. I have excellent references upon request.
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I have worked for special needs clients, seniors and children. I have a warm balanced personality aiming to effectively fill the overall needs of the individuals and/or families I choose to provide care for. I proactively accomplish this by utilizing my creative nature, along with my broad experience and education to deliver top...
5.0
"I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have...
Reviewed by Tawnya W.
Carley R.
Lutz, FL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I have worked with the Inspire Foundation for years and have learned a lot about caring for children and teens with disabilities
Theresa C.
Spring Hill, FL
$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver, Babysitter, Tutor, Dog Sitting And Boarding.
5.0
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I just retired from being a teacher for special needs children for 25 years and I am certified in Reading. I also did foster care in my home for seven years and have five children of my own who are all now self sufficient.
5.0
"She was amazing! She was on time always, and was always very caring, polite and generous. I would definitely hire again."
Reviewed by Amiee Y.
Sharon M.
Land O' Lakes, FL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Registered nurse who has been out of work 10 years to raise a family. Experience with dementia, geriatrics, food allergies, and autism spectrum disorder.
5.0
"Sharon cared for my special needs son after school. She was punctual with pick up from the bus stop, read to him and ensured that he had an after school snack. We also have a puppy that she helped care for by...
Reviewed by Stacy B.
4.9
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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,
5.0
"Andrea was great! She cared for my oldest son, who is 13 and has special needs. She was great with him and didn't need much time at all to understand his routine and what he needed to be comfortable and happy...
Reviewed by Tiffany K.
5.0
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Hi my name is Hadley and I am a speech pathology grad student and nanny. I have six years experience ranging from toddlers to Elemetary aged children. I currently work within the school system as a speech pathology assistant and am looking for a summer position. I'm a patient as well as fun loving babysitter and love to make...
5.0
"We were visiting from out of town for a concert and hired Hadley to watch our son for a few hours at the house we rented. She was easy to communicate/plan with, on time, super friendly, polite and easy going....
Reviewed by Michelle M.
5.0
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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.
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"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 accommodating and proactive. She jumped right in and spent...
Reviewed by Cristina P.
Carrie A.
Tampa, FL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Carrie and I am an experienced nanny/sitter. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Meal Prep, and Crafts. I have experience in caring for children with special needs, as well as senior care. I have experience caring for and looking after animals. I am very nurturing, positive, and...
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"Carrie is a great babysitter/nanny. Our 10 year old loves her and she has watched him and taken him for day trips. I would highly recommend Carrie to a family that is looking for someone that will care for your...
Reviewed by Care member
Shayna V.
Lakeland, FL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Experience with a variety of individuals both young and older who face physical and mental challenges. Worked personally for familied and professionally in medical nursing homes and schools.
5.0
"Shayna has been amazing!!!!
We have been using her for the last 7 months to watch our 1 yr old and I have been nothing but impressed. She is very knowledgeable about babies and you can tell she genuinely...
Reviewed by Shardae R.
Gabriella M.
Lutz, FL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm Gabriella! I have been nannying for 5 years and also worked in a daycare before I started nanny. I love working with children of all ages and have experience with all. I also have taken care of children on the spectrum and other special needs. I would consider myself to be patient, nurturing, dependable, and energetic....
5.0
"Gabriella was great with our girls and ran them all around town at a last minute's notice. Would absolutely hire her again. My girls loved her."
Reviewed by Christine R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Leo, FL
Melissa S.
5.0
Melissa is a rare combination of compassion, knowledge, and productivity. She was able to connect better and faster than I thought possible for my father with end-stage dementia, and managed his confusion and resistance with consistent kindness and patience. I was similarly impressed with her...
- Jennifer F.
Taylor S.
5.0
Taylor interviewed with us and babysat our 7 month old baby for 1/2 day. She was great and kept her on schedule. Also showed up on time. Highly recommend.
- Sangita L.
Juanita L.
5.0
She was with our family since my first baby was 3 weeks old. She was always on time and willing to go above and beyond, she loved our child like her own. We’re looking forward to hiring her again when we have another child!
- Care member
Shayna V.
5.0
Although we were not able to align the times we needed with Shayna's availability, I did have quite a bit of communication with her and she had a play date with my daughter. She was on time, engaged, thoughtful, playful, and great with her communication! I also found in our conversations her to be...
- Leslie S.
Synthia D.
5.0
I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have some autonomy in his life provide him with a fun, social outlet. She takes him on outings a...
- Tawnya W.
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