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Tammy G.

Special Needs Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Caregiver to a young children with autism -- March 2000 to the present (with two breaks abroad). As a caregiver to I have been responsible for daily physical care as well as supporting the family's goals and skills for social development. We shop, bowl, go mini golfing, and spend hours in the pool. I also, in this time, worked...

Sandra E. says "Tammy is knowledgeable, friendly, patient and we're blessed to have found her... thank you God for connecting us."

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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)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children with Autism and seizure disorders during my time working at summer camps. I have also interacted with them during my time as an Emergency Medical Technician.Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Basic Arrhythmia, and National Registered Emergency Medical Technician
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Sarasota, FL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Erika M. says "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...

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Special Need Care

Sarasota, FL

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$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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Experienced, Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

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$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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Special Needs Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

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$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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Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

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$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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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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Recently Retired

Sarasota, FL

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$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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Sarasota, FL

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$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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Caregiver, Assisting Tru The Day, Lighthousecare, Appointments, Etc

Sarasota, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Caregiver and watching tru the day, monitor machines and technology when is assigned. Light house work, bathing, dressing, feeding, talking therapy with positive achievements. And much more.
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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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Sarasota, FL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have been caring for seniors for 2 years, certified in care taking, CPR/AED/first aid, Elderly care and Disabled.
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Sarasota, FL

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$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...
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Awesome Caregiver

Sarasota, FL

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$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...
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Caring And Responsible Nanny

Sarasota, FL

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$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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Experienced Caregiver/ Personal Care Assistant

Sarasota, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a foreign nurse who is also a Florida licensed CNA/MST with 10 years of experience visiting patients in their homes, working with long term patients in a skilled nursing rehabilitation facility, and in hospitals. I am also certified in Med Tech, CPR, First Aid, Phlebotomy, and AIDS and Alzheimer's training. I am a mother of...
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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.60/hr as of June 2025

  • 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 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Tammy G.

Tammy is knowledgeable, friendly, patient and we're blessed to have found her... thank you God for connecting us.

- Sandra E.

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.

Shannon A.

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...

- Erika M.

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