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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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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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Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Full Or Part Time Professional Nanny.

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, compassionate care has been my professional focus for the past 10 years. My background as a Certified Nursing Assistant, combined with my First Aid Training and CPR Training, allows me to provide a secure environment for up to four children. I am patient, creative, and...

Susannah B. says "Jennifer cared for our infant daughter as a nanny for ~ 8 months (only parted ways due to a move). She is incredibly professional, always punctual and...

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Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
transportation
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 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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Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
home modification
+ 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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CNA

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
home modification
+ 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...

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Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I offer assistance and support to my clients, their families, and their care team (if applicable). Throughout 23 years I have engaged in different levels of care, being formally employed by the CDC, Medicaid, and many private clients (in home and facilities). Each client has provided a wealth of knowledge and unique...

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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Special Needs Caregiver One On One Aide

Sarasota, FL

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Jessica and I am a kind, compassionate one on one aide and tutor obtaining my masters in Special Education. My passion for working with children with special needs began during my experience volunteering abroad at an orphanage in Antigua, Guatemala. I then decided to pursue my career and became a full time aide in...
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Special Needs caregiver

Sarasota, FL

from
$8/hr
2 years experience
Dedicated caregiver providing exceptional support with empathy while enriching lives with compassion.
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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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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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Full Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Sarasota, FL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
My passion for individuals with special needs originated from the six years I was able to spend with my brother. I have a master's degree in special education and 17 years of experience. I have worked in a wide variety of settings, from private homes to public schools to non-profit organizations and I have performed many...
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Caregiver To Meet Individualized Needs

Sarasota, FL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Valerie: former elementary school teacher, writer, artist, and creative caregiver. I enjoy empowering others to thrive, especially people who need specialized care. I was a nanny for a child with special needs for 2 years while in college. Then I taught a huge variety of subjects: elementary school in Florida,...
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Babysitter And Nanny For Hire

Sarasota, FL

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$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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Sarasota, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years. I have been in education and taking care of children for over 20 years. I have enjoyed my time working with kids and love watching them grow and help make changes in their lives.
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Sarasota, FL

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$22/hr
Hi! I enjoy caring for, creating with the special needs community. My goal each day is to enhance their lives. I have worked with autistic and Asperger's syndrome children. I'm compassionate, kind and understanding. I care from my heart. I'm see the positivity in everything. I have over 10 years experience.
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Sarasota, FL

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$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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Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

from
$18/hr
8 years experience
Have been in the medical field for 20+ years. I treat my patients as if they were my family. With respect, love, understanding and compassion.
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Sarasota, FL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have five years of experience. My first three years of experience ive worked in home care with private clients. With home care, I did housekeeping, medication administration, assisted clients with activities of daily living, transported clients to doctor appts, grocery shopping & etc.. I also did a lot of companion care as...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of July 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 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Jennifer H.

Jennifer cared for our infant daughter as a nanny for ~ 8 months (only parted ways due to a move). She is incredibly professional, always...

- Susannah B.

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