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Hannah H.

Hi, I'm Hannah!

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hannah, I am currently a graduate student studying psychology! I have been nannying for over 8 years and I am passionate about caring for children! I currently have an internship as a pediatric psychotherapist Tuesdays/Thursdays 9 a.m. - 6 pm, but am completely free outside of that! My most recent job was caring...

Care Member says "Hannah is amazing! She is our full time nanny for 2 babies. She started when the girls were 2m/7m, now 7m/12m. She balances their unique needs through...

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Juanita L.

Former Bilingual Educator/Healthcare Professional Ready To Change Roles For A Caring Job Opportunity

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
I am choosing to be a childcare provider because I am ready to help young families provide a loving and safe option for in home childcare. I am a college graduate who speaks both English and Spanish equally, and willing to teach Spanish to your babies if interested. I have worked in the healthcare sector most of my adults years...

Care Member says "She was with our family since my first baby was 3 weeks old. She was always on time and willing to go above and beyond, she loved our child like her...

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Dayanara V.

A Little Insight Into Who I Am

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, attentive, creative and open minded! I started working with kids when I was in high school, right after my little sister was born. I helped out with her most days and after gaining that experience with her for a few years I started to babysit for friends and family after school and on...

Care Member says "We LOVE Dani! She is wonderful with all 3 kids, all at the same time (4-13 years old) and one on one. She is organized and cleans the house well. She...

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Carrie A.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Carrie and I am an experienced nanny/sitter who has 10 years of experience!. I have experience in caring for children with special needs, senior care, as well as looking after animals. I have a college degree as well as reliable transportation. I am very nurturing, positive, and friendly, and love physical...

Care Member says "Carrie is a great babysitter/nanny. Our 10 year old loves her and she has watched him and taken him for day trips. I would highly recommend Carrie to a...

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Holly P.

Learning Through Creativity And Curiosity

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Ever since my very first job at 15 as an After School Tutor I have spent my life caring for, teaching, and helping others. My career includes time spent as an Assistant Ballet Instructor, an Exhibit Educator at The Florida Aquarium, a Lead Teacher in PreK-4 and PreK-3 classrooms, and a Nanny for children ages 6 months to 5...

Katie S. says "Holly is fabulous and my kids LOVE her-- I need to learn some of the songs and crafts she does. She is well trained and formally educated. I felt...

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Mikayla C.

Part- Time Tutor/caregiver Fun-loving And Reliable

Tampa, FL

3.6(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there, welcome to my profile I'm so glad you found me! I am a former early childhood educator. Well vested in extensive early preschool and school age care my duties included feeding, supervising, teaching, and entertaining youth from infants to 12 years of age. I began working with children at the age of 16 and quickly found...

Hafisat O. says "Mikayla is the sweetest baby sitter. My daughter loves her. She watched my 6 month-old baby while I went for an interview. Right from the moment I met...

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Priscila M.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Priscila and I'm a career nanny and infant/new born specialized. I started working with children when I was 15, being a volunteer at my church, helping in summer camps and later on, being a babysitter for many families in my community. After some years being a nanny as a side job, I had the opportunity in...

Jessica T. says "Priscila has been a reliable babysitter when we need her for random evening/weekend events. She's great with our 9 month old! "

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Laura E.

Laura

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I am 58 years old and have had 10+ jobs since going on care. com 10 years ago. I am the mom to 4 adults. No grandchildren yet. I have worked with children ages newborn to 14 years. Two sets of twins and multiple ages in one family. I have lots of patience and have worked with and raised children with special needs, autism/ downs...

Laura B. says "We hired Miss Laura to care for our twin boys who were 6 months at the time. We were so impressed with her amazing abilities, calm nature and ability to...

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Dee R.

Evening Or Weekends Babysitter

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 10 years experience with children ages 0 to 16 I also have worked with special need children as well. I am a VPK teacher at a private preschool during the day. I have my CDA in early childhood. I also have my CPR, first aid. Also have my fingerprints and background check through my school. I have no problem providing...

Lee F. says "She watched or 4 preteen boys and I had no worries. She knows how to handle kids."

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Diana B.

Nanny

Tampa, FL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am from Colombia, I am characterized by being a honest person, hard worker, respectful; with high degree of responsibility. I'm blessed to have two daughters, who are now 14 and 15 years old. A brief summary of my experience: I had worked in the International daycare of Kansas where I was responsible for caring children...

Care Member says "My kids adore Ms. Diana! She is punctual, professional, and energetic. We adore having her care for our children. "

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Rose M.

HHA/Med Tech

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
Hello I'm Rose I've been a caregiver for years now with both children and Elderly. I have experiences working with childrens with special needs. I also have experiences caring for clients with Alzheimer, Parkinson's and full on dementia.

Care Member says "Rose treat my grandma just like she was her own rose is very sweet and kind and she is so respectful loving and she has an amazing heart i love her so...

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Reyna S.

San Diego High

Tampa, FL

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
home modification
+ 1 more
I have over 20 yrs. of experience as a healthcare provider. CNA, CPR, and first aid certified. My specialty is in geriatrics, but I've also cared for children with special needs in a hospital setting. Throughout the years I have acquired a vast amount of knowledge and experience in my field. My best asset is the compassionate...

Sally W. says "Reyna is a very professional, reliable and thorough caregiver- probably the best we have encountered using this site. We felt comfortable knowing that she...

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Zorabel C.

Señora

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
+ 1 more
I'm very compassionate and reliable person, friendly and kind. I have been working in the health field all my life. I was graduated from Medicine School in Venezuela and obtained a doctoral degree in Germany. Since 2016 I worked as caregiver and I love my job. My clients have been adults and seniors with disabilities or special...

Melintha K. says "Zorabel is an outstanding worker who is compassionate, detailed, trustworthy and a quick learner. My husband is a quadriplegic and Zorabel is able to...

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Jean R.

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Meal Preparation And Concierge Services.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
home modification
+ 1 more
My experience caring for others started in the 80's caring for my grandmother. I have always enjoyed caring for others & teaching others how to care for themselves. I work with families that need some assistance caring for their loved ones. I also work closely with families & their physicians to ensure that clients receive the...

Sheila M. says "Jean is a pro all the way!! She came on short notice to attend a function and I needed a companion care pro. She is an articulate intelligent dependable...

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Estella D.

Experiences Special Needs Teacher

Tampa, FL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a very responsible, honest and dedicated individual, with over 15 years of experience in childcare education. I have experience in special needs children. I get along with people very well, especially with kids; I have a lot of patience and a loving caring personality. I love playing with kids, and have a good time with...
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Michelle W.

Special Needs

Tampa, FL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver for special needs for the past 5 years. I have such a strong passion for what I do, I put my whole heart into my work and I enjoy the feeling it gives me knowing that I' m taking care of those in need and making sure they are taken care of in the best way. Being a caregiver is very rewarding knowing that...
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Gabriela E.

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Tampa, FL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
I have experience caring for a special needs child and really enjoyed watching her learn and grow. I have experience with clothing, bathing, feeding, toileting and watching over a special needs child.
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Laura R.

Mature & 30+yrs Experience With Special Needs

Tampa, FL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 yrs experience job developing/coaching, instructing and one on one support for special needs. My experience includes working with various special needs. In New York, I worked for a company with special needs for 20 yrs; job coaching, job developing, life skills, social skills, vocational skills, art therapy etc. I...
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Lashayla D.

Senior Caregiver / Special Needs

Tampa, FL

from
$18/hr
9 years experience
My Name is LaShayla , I have about 6 years experience I am dedicated and compassionate about the service I provide .. I provide companionship and comfort for senior citizens and children with disabilities I am patient and personable in all aspects in 101 care with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating my...
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Terri G.

Special Needs Caregiver

Tampa, FL

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
I was the mother of a full care special needs medically complex child. I learned all facets of special needs care. I had to become a nurse. I am skilled in G/J tubes, respiratory care CPT vest, nebulizers, cpap, bipap, oxygen therapy, tracheostomy &ventilators, manual CPT, spastic quadrapalegia, muscle spasms, seizures, hearing...
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  • 195 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.36/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.3

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Tampa, FL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 196 listed special needs caregivers

Hannah H.

Hannah is amazing! She is our full time nanny for 2 babies. She started when the girls were 2m/7m, now 7m/12m. She balances their unique...

- Care member

Juanita L.

She was with our family since my first baby was 3 weeks old. She was always on time and willing to go above and beyond, she loved our child...

- Care member

Dayanara V.

We LOVE Dani! She is wonderful with all 3 kids, all at the same time (4-13 years old) and one on one. She is organized and cleans the house...

- Care member

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