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107 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Petersburg, FL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint Petersburg, FL

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Marla M.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Need Personal Care Keeping Families Together. Do You Have An Injury And Need Assistance?

5.0

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I am Marla, a mother of two adult daughters, married, and a grandmother of one adorable little girl. I have held a Gold Seal for Quality of Care from the Department of Children and Families and held State and Local background search for 18 years. I have served children and adults privately and through Protective Services....
5.0
"Marla has has several years working with special needs children and adults and many years of training to parallel this work. She is creative in meeting each person at their developmental abilities with dignity and honor and a whole lot of fun!"

Michael T.

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Katie D.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hi there! My name is Katie and I am 35 years of age. I have extensive experience as a nanny and babysitter, (with a great driving record as well) starting from my high school days as a part-time babysitter to working with those with Autism. In addition, my child caring skills have been honed through years of caring for both...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Katie has been our nanny for over a year for our two boys (age 4 and 7). She provided after school pick up, transportation to their various activities, meal prep and help with their night time routines. She has always been dependable, responsible, sweet, patient...

Christina M.

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Ana Maria A.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-45/hr15 yrs exp

Ideal Sitter

I am Critical Care Registered nurse with 2 sons of my own looking to help any family in need. I am comfortable with children of any age as well as with special needs. I am comfortable administering medications as ordered if necessary. ACLS certified.
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She’s the absolute best! Professional all around."

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Hailey D.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

BIOGRAPHY

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind, and engaging. I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I became the trusted neighborhood babysitter at 16 years old and at 18 became a Big Sister mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay. I have years of experience volunteering for a special needs summer camp...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey! "

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Sydney and I'm currently a junior in college majoring in health science, and hoping to work in child psychology. I've been babysitting since I was 14 for kids of all ages. I also co-led a music class for ages 2-8, and some kids with special needs, for 4 years. I have my own transportation and I'm fully vaccinated. In my...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Sydney is a sweet and kind person. She is wonderful and caring with my baby girl. Loved having her in our home and fully trust her with my little princess."

Mimi Q.

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Kendall K.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$13-15/hr8 yrs exp

Currently a college student looking for jobs nannying! Whether you need something weekly, or just someone for occasional date nights, I'm more than happy to help! I love kids and have years of experience nannying, babysitting, house sitting and pet sitting. I can babysit for kids of all ages including infants and I have...
Kendall can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kendall has been picking up our daughter (13) from school 1-2x per week and taking her to after school activities for over a year. She has a delightful personality and our daughter really likes her. She has been on-time and reliable. Occasionally, she has also...

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Nadine E.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun-loveing Caregiver New To Tampa

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Nadine, I am from Staten Island, New York, but recently moved to Tampa, and I love it. I am a high school graduate, and am looking forward to studying early childhood education. I have been babysitting since the age of 9 for my cousins, and by the age of 12 I was babysitting for families and caring for my newborn...
Nadine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nadine has been a wonderful nanny to our two boys. She takes them on walks, reads to them, plays with them and more. Our boys adore her. In fact, after we got a new nanny, our son kept asking for Nadine instead. We were sad when she had to leave us to take care of...

Desilyn C.

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Pamela G.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-28/hr8 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter And Smile/giggles Creator

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a positive, energetic and caring mother of one, and a grandmother to one grandson. I've spent most of my career in the corporate arena; however, due to my love of children, I have volunteered and cared for children, from infants to teenagers, for over 40 + years. With the birth of my grandson eight and a half years ago, I...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Pam has been a Godsend to us. She is now part of our extended family! From the beginning she has been such a huge part in helping us raise our now 2 year old, who also adores and lights up every time she sees her walk through the door! Pam puts her heart and soul...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Hannah and I am looking for babysitting opportunities. I am currently working on my bachelors in human services with a concentration on youth and families. I work weekdays as an RBT, working with children with disabilities. I have experience with kids as young as 6 weeks old to 18 years old. For the last 8 years...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hannah has been such an asset to our family! My daughter absolutely loves her and she connects so well with children. You can tell she genuinely loves kids and babies!"

Jennifer S.

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Grace G.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

(I am a full time college student and currently studying abroad until the end of January, if you're looking for someone for that time, please let me know!) I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I am the oldest of 3 kids and have been babysitting them since I was 9 years old. I...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace watched my children at our hotel on St. Pete Beach. She taught them fun pool games and kept them fed and entertained at the playground and game room. Highly recommend!"

Angela K.

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Marla M.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Entire Family Care...Keeping Families Together.

I am Marla, a mother of two adult daughters, married, and energetic grandmother of a precious baby girl. I have held a Gold Seal for Quality of Care from the Department of Children and Families and held high standing State and Local background search for 18 years ran by Department of Children and Families. I have served children...
Marla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"She is very experienced with all services! She is excellent at her job! She will do great with any service you need her for! She has years of experience with children and has taken care of mine! She cleans for a friend of mine! She has is excellent with the...

April A.

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Laura B.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Active Nursing Student Caregiver

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Currently work in nursing home healthcare and assisted living/ hospice settings. I have over 10 years experience in pediatric special needs care. Also, have AED life support, first aide, and CPR certification. All immunizations up to date including Covid vaccine. Specialize in caring for special needs, infants and newborns. Love...
Laura can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura was wonderful for our family. She jumped right in to take over with our two children (2yrs / 4mos) early in the morning and made it easy for us to feel confident handing everything off to her. She was great with both of them and also managed to help out with...

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Mia A.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable And Trustworthy Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mia. I am a creative young woman, naturally attuned to care for children with empathy, respect and patience. I have experience caring for children ages 6mo-13, as well as special needs children (4-6). I have a safe vehicle and a safe driving record, let me help you!
Mia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My husband and I decided to escape the NY cold and travelled to FL with our 6 year old for the month of February. During this time, our daughter had remote classes and we had full remote work schedules. We hired Mia to support & tutor our daughter during school...

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Marla M.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hello I am Marla, a mother of two adult daughters, married, and a grandmother of an adorable littler girl. I have held a Gold Seal for Quality of Care from the Department of Children and Families I, served CHILDREN, ADULTS, and their FAMILIES privately and through Protective Services and held State and Local background search...
Marla can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Marla Is a meticulous house cleaner I have been very happy with the work that she does I can leave and come back and my house is spotless. I have seen her work with people and she is also very caring and loving to elders I was with her and have gone with...

Margaret C.

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Laura B.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have worked at an assisted living facility, I continue to provide private duty care for patients in long term care facilities and at their homes, and have also cared for my own special needs daughter for 12 years. I am currently in level 3 of the RN nursing program at St Petersburg College and will be off for the summer.
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Matthew S.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$13-15/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Educator/Caregiver

Hi, I'm Matt. I have spent many years working with neurodiverse children and adults, as students, campers, tutees, and mentees. I am currently in graduate school to receive a masters in social work with a special needs-focused Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies certification. I get along great with all kids, whether they...
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Ana A.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

Hi I live in Calabasas and if u need some help ! I am here to help you, have CPR and first Aid, I have references upon request!
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Hilary B.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Teacher

This past year I had the opportunity to work in Australia as the lead teacher in a Special School. I had a class of 6 high school boys with varying special needs and absolutely loved it! I would love the opportunity to work with these amazing individuals again. After 4 years of teaching High School at a public school, I believe...
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Antonia H.


Saint Petersburg, FL

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Baby-Sitter For Children With Special Needs

I have been taking care of a child with Autism for three years, I am passionate about what I do because they are amazing to be around and help them to learn everyday skills for their future. I am CPR, First Aid, recipient rights, Blood Born Pathogens, cultural competency, English proficiency.
I am not a nurse or in the medical field, but I have a passion for helping others. I can also be a wonderful helper and companion. I am not qualified to help bathing or dressing, but I can help with light housework, run errands, etc... and can be a great person to chat with if wanted.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Petersburg, FL

Marla M.

5.0

Marla is both caring and helpful. From the first meeting with her, she put me at ease by keeping the conversation comfortable, allowing me to share deeper subjects at my own pace. The more time I spent under her care the more I found myself opening up to her and asking for guidance about...

- Tyler J.

Katie D.

5.0

Katie has been our nanny for over a year for our two boys (age 4 and 7). She provided after school pick up, transportation to their various activities, meal prep and help with their night time routines. She has always been dependable, responsible, sweet, patient and flexible. My boys absolutely...

- Christina M.

Ana Maria A.

5.0

She’s the absolute best! Professional all around.

- Care member

Hailey D.

5.0

Hailey is exactly what you are looking for when selecting someone to care for your children, thanks again, Hailey!

- Care member

Sydney M.

5.0

Sydney is a sweet and kind person. She is wonderful and caring with my baby girl. Loved having her in our home and fully trust her with my little princess.

- Mimi Q.

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Ratings for Saint Petersburg, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Petersburg, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 107 listed special needs caregivers.