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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sarasota, FL
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Sarasota, FL
Lisa G.
Sarasota, FL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Reliable, empathetic, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient care. Superb organizational skills, detail orientated, a certified nursing assistant since 2007. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified. All certifications are current,...
5.0
"Lisa is caring, smart ,responsible, has common sense, always on time, great personality and takes her job seriously and very efficient at what she does. "
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5.0
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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.
5.0
"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 I had. Would highly recommend!!!"
Reviewed by Nick H.
Sheri V.
Sarasota, FL
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
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I am a positive and energetic mother of two and grandmother to one, all boys. For several years, I worked on and off in Classrooms, daycare and centers for big and small mostly because I love working with people with special needs and making sure they know they are loved and accepted . Recently, I got married and moved to...
5.0
"Omayra was a one on one caretaker for my child at Middle and High School. She is excellent with children and young adults with special needs. My daughters loved the weekend that I traveled for work and left "Ms...
Reviewed by Lisa J.
5.0
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I am passionate about helping children/adults with special needs. My brother is 20 and has Autism so I am very familiar with the various challenges that go into daily routines as well as all the joy and happiness. I would love to work with your family to provide support as needed.
5.0
"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 her to meet her Mom & have dinner. She was always on...
Reviewed by Sheri S.
Shannon A.
Sarasota, FL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Experienced educator with some special education classes. Worked in special needs classrooms as well as regular education classes. Would love spending time with your loved one. I am patient and kind.
5.0
"We were SO lucky to find Shannon to care for our 18mo during an extended visit in Sarasota. We scheduled regular care 2x per week and Shannon always had a fun activity in mind. Our LO would come home tired and...
Reviewed by Erika M.
Gabriela M.
Sarasota, FL
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! Gabriela here, ready to help you with your family needs. I am a lupus warrior with extensive experience with infants-14 years old, as well as special needs. I am available mornings, afternoons and evenings and one-time jobs, with the exception of a few doctor's appointments monthly. Located in LWR Waterside. Impeccable...
5.0
"Gabi cared for our 3 children last minute and is a wonderful caretaker so far. Her schedule is very flexible which is a huge plus! Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Daniel A.
5.0
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I have been a nanny for over 10 years and have experience with all household types, tasks, and children, including children on the spectrum and/or special needs (ASD, SPD, ADD/ADHD, OCD). Nanny duties have included driving kids to/from school/sports/lessons, housekeeping (dishes, laundry/folding, organizing clutter, light...
5.0
"Our kids love love love Heather! She does an amazing job taking care of our kids from homework to running around town for soccer/football practice, and everything in between. She is very patient and kind. I...
Reviewed by Tanya S.
Sheri V.
Sarasota, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I've been told I'm a natural caregiver since my oldest, who is now in a professional working in NYC was an infant. My home was always where all the kids would congregate and now that my youngest is 21 its a lot quieter. My first job at 13 was as a mother's helper which set the path for me to nanny and babysit thru high school....
5.0
"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 and we love her like family! She's very interactive...
Reviewed by Jill L.
Emily M.
Sarasota, FL
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Fun Sitter, Love Kids And Making Memories, And Having A Good Time.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Emily. I have been working with kids of all ages for about 7 years doing things from just babysitting to nannying to being a teachers aide with disabled kids. I worked at an Elementary School for roughly 3 years and was a nanny for a special needs child with health issues for about a year and a half. I can help...
5.0
"Emily is reliable and responsible. She learned quickly how to care for a special needs child. She provided transport to school and therapy sessions. She showed endless compassion and care. "
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Sheri V.
Sarasota, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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. She helped us communicate with the various staff. She...
Reviewed by Diane W.
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For three years I have been a Kindergarten teacher at Wimauma Elementary and have loved every minute of it. I have experience working with Exceptional Student Education (ESE) including Autism, Specific Learning Disability, Cerebral Palsy, Language and Speech Impaired, and Developmentally Delayed. I am confidant that I can give...
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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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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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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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Hello! I am a board-certified registered nurse in the state of California with over a year of inpatient pediatric experience and a little over six months of school nursing experience. I am comfortable with kids and young adults aged 0-26 with varying medical needs. I have a strong background in hematology/oncology and diabetes...
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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,...
Agnes C.
Sarasota, FL
$42/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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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I am a sleep doula I have help a lot of new mothers get the rest they need, I will change, feed, Rock. Help get baby stage till baby sleeps through the night independently
Allison H.
Sarasota, FL
$15-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sarasota, FL
Lisa G.
5.0
Lisa is caring, smart ,responsible, has common sense, always on time, great personality and takes her job seriously and very efficient at what she does.
- Care member
Sarah H.
5.0
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 I had. Would highly recommend!!!
- Nick H.
Omayra G.
5.0
Omayra was a one on one caretaker for my child at Middle and High School. She is excellent with children and young adults with special needs. My daughters loved the weekend that I traveled for work and left "Ms Myra" in charge in our home. I came back to happy children and my house was in better...
- Lisa J.
Natalya C.
5.0
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 her to meet her Mom & have dinner. She was always on time & our daughter really liked her. She communicated right away whenever we contacted...
- Sheri S.
Shannon A.
5.0
We were SO lucky to find Shannon to care for our 18mo during an extended visit in Sarasota. We scheduled regular care 2x per week and Shannon always had a fun activity in mind. Our LO would come home tired and happy, gushing about whatever adventure they'd been on. Shannon learned our habits and...
- Erika M.
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Ratings for Sarasota, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Sarasota, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.