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Natalya C.

Awesome Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My brother is on the spectrum, he is mostly non-speaking and has high support needs. We are always working on functional communication and life skills. I studied speech and language disorders in college and I'm working to go back for my masters in speech language pathology. I'm a full-time nanny during the week and a sitter for...

Sheri S. says "Natalya was awesome! She answered our ad right away. She really helped us out several times during our stay. She did crafts with our daughter & brought...

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Sarah H.

Part Time Care Giver

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

Have experience working with autistic children. I love to help children learn and grow in thought and spirit. I have a flexible nature and know the best way to teach is through love and kindness.

Nick H. says "Sarah is just incredible! She has an intuitive nature and always knows whats going on with the children. She was very adaptable and exceeded any expectation...

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Sheri V.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

4 years experience

Iv been told my whole life that I'm a natural caregiver. After 20 years in corporate banking I decided to stay home and take care of my mother and mother-in-law in their finals years. This experience proved to me that I'm at my best when caring for others. I've worked in nursing homes and have done home health for an agency but...

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Sheri V.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience

Grocery shopping

swimming supervision

light cleaning

travel

meal prep

Nurturing children and witnessing their milestones brings me immense joy. For the past six years, I've dedicated myself to providing attentive and engaging care to children, and I'm eager to bring my experience to your family. I am patient, friendly, and comfortable enforcing household rules to maintain a safe and structured...

Jill L. says "Sheri has been watching our 2.5 year old and 3 month old since the oldest was 3 months old herself. She has been been with us through multiple life events...

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Anastasia M.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

meal prep

Hello! My name is Anastasia, and I'm 28 years old. Originally from Ohio, I recently moved to Sarasota, Florida-quite the change from the cold weather! Although I don't have children of my own, I take great pride in caring for kids. I have a wealth of experience working with children of all ages roles in daycares, special...

Janice B. says "Very dependable and flexible. My children grew to love her in the time she helped our family. Anyone who works with Anastasia will gain a gem."

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Destinee C.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

travel

craft assistance

meal prep

Hello, My name is Destinee! I'm looking forward to working with a loving, caring family just as much as I am. I have great experience with kids from infants to 4 years old helping alongside my grandmother (former foster parent) for 9+ years. I was even a nanny for a 3-year-old child with special needs. Lastly, I LOVE animals, so...

Jasmyne K. says "Genuinely amazing. I wish I was able to keep her. With me out of work i was no longer able to afford it. My children loved her so much and miss seeing...

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Kayla M.

Long-Term Nanny & Date-Night Sitter!!!

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello:) My name is Kayla and I recently moved to NYC from Florida for some modeling opportunities. I have 6 years of experience with both Baby & PetSitting. I am currently looking for a long term nannying position for a family with 1-5 children. I am available M-W between 8am-8 p.m. I am looking for 18-40 hours a week. I am...

Stephanie S. says "Kayla has been nannying for my 1 year old son. He loves her and she is so great with him. She plays with him, feeds him, and if very active with him....

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Sheri V.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Companionship

light cleaning

home modification

dementia

hospice services

+ 1 more

Ive been told my whole life that I'm a natural caregiver. After 20 years in corporate banking I decided to stay home and take care of my mother and mother-in-law in their finals years. This experience proved to me that I'm at my best when caring for others. I've worked in nursing homes and have done home health for an agency...

Diane W. says "Sheri was a Godsend to our family. We are out of town and our dad was in hospital. Sheri went to be with him to offer companionship and advocate for him....

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Angelique D.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Companionship

transportation

mobility assistance

errands

respite care

+ 1 more

I have a lifetime of experiencing caring for children and adults. I currently provide babysitting as well as light care to several special needs seniors. Additionally, I'm a life coach, a birth doula & a massage therapist. Many of these skills translate well to working with seniors. I really enjoy finding ways to make their...

Deborah J. says "Angelique is both compassionate and competent. I was so happy to have her with me on the day of my surgery. She ensured she understood all of the...

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Yenisley M.

CNA

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Companionship

light cleaning

home modification

dementia

hospice services

+ 1 more

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services. I have experience with Parkinson and Dementia. Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service, patience, empathy and compassion. Effective communication skills, including active listening, speaking and reading comprehension. Good collaboration...

Linda K. says "Yenisley is absolutely wonderful. She lovingly cared for my Mother and supported my Father for almost 2 years until my Mother passed. She is so...

Jen B.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Companionship

meal prep

hospice services

dementia

light cleaning

+ 1 more

When I began providing Home Health Care 23 years ago I was a companion for an elderly gentleman for several years, we had a long lasting friendship. I was able to provide him with companionship, outings, meal preparation, light house cleaning, organizing his household schedule including staff, company, dinner parties, and appts....

James S. says "We love Jen!!!!! My mother just adores her. I honestly don't know what we would do without her. She is so patient and compassionate. Jen is a godsend."

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Leeanne S.

Experienced, Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Hello, My name is LeeAnne. I have over 13 years of experience working with children and adults with all varying exceptionalities. My experience encompasses physical limitations, cognitive, sensory integration disorder, Autism Spectrum disorder, failure to thrive and much more. I have worked large groups and one on one. I am...

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Stephanie S.

Special Need Care

Sarasota, FL

from: $15/hr

1 year experience

I have worked with children with autism and the disabled. I have over 7 years experience. I have worked through agencies and a nursing home.

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Robin B.

Special Needs Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

from: $14/hr

Hi my name is Robin I have over 30 years experience with special needs a retired realtor of 33 years I have been blessed to work with many physician families and all professional families and I am looking for a part-time position with my next loving family and I'm extremely caring and warm and I give 100% of myself to everyone...

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Lisa R.

Sarasota, FL

from: $14/hr

6 years experience

Hello. My name is Lisa. I went to school to be a Licensed Practical Nurse after High School. I worked in a Nursing Home for years and then a Pediatrics office which I enjoyed very much. I took care of many sick/special needs children. Administered medications and injections, breathing treatments and worked along side with...

Cia R.

Recently Retired

Sarasota, FL

from: $10/hr

10 years experience

I have just moved from Costa Rica where I did volunteer work, including elder care, and ran programs for children, teens, families, people of all ages on the autism spectrum. My background is in family counseling. I am now looking for part-time work either live-in or live-out where I can continue to educate, bring joy, and be of...

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Agnes C.

Sarasota, FL

from: $42/hr

10 years experience

Hello I'm 36 years old female. I'm compassionate caregiver with 8 years of experience. I'm Passionate about elder care I am skilled at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible. Culturally sensitive with the ability to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. I'm very warm and friendly person...

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Laura M.

Babysitter And Nanny For Hire

Sarasota, FL

from: $13/hr

7 years experience

Hello! My name is Laura and I am a 23-year-old college graduate. I studied Behavioral healthcare with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis, and have had experience taking care and working with both children and young adults with autism. In addition, I also have had 7 years of child care experience being a camp counselor,...

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Sophia H.

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Sarasota, FL

from: $15/hr

3 years experience

Hi there! I'm Sophia and I am a full time student at UCF studying cognitive and behavioral Psychology. I've been working with all kinda of children for about 6 years now and I'm looking for a new full time position! Please let me know if you're interested, I'd love to work with you!

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Dalmy O.

Sarasota, FL

from: $16/hr

5 years experience

I have experience, as you can see on my reviews. I have been a CNA for 5 years, and I love what I do. I love to take care of people.

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Sarasota, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Natalya C.

Natalya was awesome! She answered our ad right away. She really helped us out several times during our stay. She did crafts with our...

- Sheri S.

Sarah H.

Sarah is just incredible! She has an intuitive nature and always knows whats going on with the children. She was very adaptable and exceeded...

- Nick H.

Sheri V.

Sheri has been watching our 2.5 year old and 3 month old since the oldest was 3 months old herself. She has been been with us through...

- Jill L.

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