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Rhonda K.

Caregiving, Errands, Pet Care, Home/property Care

Tarpon Springs, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 7 years of experience with 4 different home health agencies and have also done work privately. I am CPR certified and have completed many healthcare courses. I have managed a large medical practice for many years. I have also privately cared for pets & homes, run errands, cleaned properties, and managed commercial real...

Care Member says "Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good care of my...

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Kellie M.

Special Needs Teacher/caregiver

Tarpon Springs, FL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a college educated mother of 4, former elementary special education and middle school teacher, tutor and caregiver. I have a lot of love and experience to give.
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David F.

Special Needs Companion

Tarpon Springs, FL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I have worked in the school system for the last 12 years. Mostly at the elementary level. Enjoyed the children and they seemed to like me. Worked with a young adult with Down syndrome. We would go out in the community twice a week. Enjoy playing and talking about sports. I'd describe my personality as fun loving, outgoing. In...
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Karen F.

Full And Part Time Caregiver

Tarpon Springs, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have provided educational and social services in a variety of settings ranging from the classroom to the community. I enjoy seeing the students experience new things and strive to reach their highest potential.
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Maria A.

Tarpon Springs, FL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have 4 years of experience running my own daycare. I have also 17 years supervising and helping care for special needs clients. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I have experience with teaching and training but I also am pretty good at cooking and cleaning. I have helped take care of my own grandchildren who...
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Maryann A.

Currently Pediatric Neurologist Psychiatrist EEG Tech Asst.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love caring from pregnancy and beyond including APD (Special Needs) Florida Provider for Med Waiver, VA, and Aging & Disabled of all 3 bay area county Providers. Non Smoker, Vaccinated and Pet Friendly. Literacy Tutor Volunteer for Hillsborough County Library. Retired CNA/HHA Caregiver Non Medical

Care Member says "Maryann is the best caregiver I have ever used. She understands what a child’s needs are and works well with parents so that everyone is on the same...

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Judith C.

Dunedin, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced mom, grandma, cook, not your typical grandma. Excellent references. Taken care of all age children. Patient, loving, firm, professional, english speaking, kind woman who raised 3 exceptional human beings. Grandma to 5 sweeties. Cared for my Mom until she passed 8years ago. Excellent cook and organized helper/...

S D. says "Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy."

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Desiree W.

Experienced Nanny

Palm Harbor, FL

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm fully vaccinated! I have over 20 years of experience taking care of and educating children and adults. I have extensive experience with special needs children.

Anastasia B. says "Desi worked for me as a mother's helper for about 2.5 months. Her strong points were cleaning, cooking and being silly with my toddler. She loves...

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Claire S.

Odessa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Claire and I've been a professional nanny for over 5 years now. I have taken early childhood classes, I am CPR Certified, First Aid Certificated, and I also have taken safe sleep and car seat safety classes. I have worked in the daycare setting in the toddler room as well as being a nanny for multiple families. I...

Care Member says "Claire was amazing with my kids. They loved her and are asking when she’s coming back. I love that!! "

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Rosa R.

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rosa, I am 23 years old, and have a very "sunshine-filled" personality! I grew up with four younger siblings and assisting my mother in her in-home daycare with children 3mo-16 years old. I am a very creative and imaginative individual, being proficient in music, art, writing, cooking/baking, acting, etc! I am an...

Care Member says "Rosa is amazing! Very considerate, caring and patient. She has a natural caregiving spirit. She ensured that I arrived to my appointment on time and...

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Hannah L.

Companion Caregiver

Safety Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
hospice services
personal care
+ 1 more
My objective is to bring comfort and as much joy as possible working in my patients' lives. I am a qualified, experienced CNA/HHA/PCA looking to provide comfort and care in the home of my Patient. My specialty is providing compassionate care to those wanting some sunshine in their lives; and to expand their quality of life,...

Care Member says "Hannah has a shimmering halo above her head! She is the most compassionate caregiver we had when my mother was under hospice care. Her empathy, tender...

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Kaylee G.

A Little Bit About Kaylee

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi - My name is Kaylee and I recently finished my AA degree here in Florida while playing on a volleyball scholarship. During the time of playing volleyball, I coached ages 11-13-year-olds. I have nanny experience and absolutely love kids, I hope to be able to connect with your family. I am currently enrolled in my Bachelors...

Carrie H. says "Kaylee was such a pleasure to have before we moved! She watched my twins, J. and C., from ages 8 months to 2.5 years and came in eager to work every...

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Sylwia W.

Big Heart Sylwia

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
I hold a Bachelor Degree in elementary teaching & children with special educational needs and I am professionally trained in this area. During my higher education I came across different types of practices with handicapped children and those with learning difficulties. My degree course has provided me working environment in...
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Nancy K.

Available Full Time/ Part Time Mid-August

Holiday, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked with many families successfully over the years. I love working with children! I have been a Kindergarten, Art, Spanish and Special Needs teacher. I have worked with children for over 30 yrs . and raised 5 children of my own. Currently, I have been a Nanny to the sweetest little boy since he was 7 mo. old....

Brandi M. says "Updated review: We have had Nancy watch our 2 children several times even overnight. My kids love her and we have no worries when they are in her care....

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Lorraine F.

Oldsmar, FL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a 66-year-old mother of two grown daughters and five grandchildren. I have been taking care of my grandchildren for the past 17 years. Now that the last one is going to school, I miss being a caregiver and being around little ones. I am energetic and fun-loving. I enjoy taking walks, going to the park and playing games. I...

Haley S. says "Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter...

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Kimberly Y.

Special Needs

Safety Harbor, FL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had several years experience working with developmental and physical handicaps. I was an occupational therapist for 32 years and then after retiring from the military I attended medical school and became a Doctor of Osteopath Eldercare specialist in 2015. I came back to Dayton Ohio in May 2016 to care for a family member...

Mimi V. says "There are no words, truly, to express the kindness and aptitude that Kim possesses. However, I will do my best. I hired Kim for a very special task: to...

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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
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
home modification
personal care
+ 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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Irene P.

Gifted And Special Needs Mom

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have raised 5 children, 4 gifted girls and one special needs boy. My son had a cardiac condition, a blood disorder, and he was diagnosed with autism when he was 3 years old. By then he had been poked and prodded a million times and he was non-verbal and, thus, very frustrated and angry. It was quite the struggle, but he is now...

Robert G. says "Irene has been amazing, she's insightful, caring, creative and our children absolutely have a great time with her. She has also been very constructive...

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Irene P.

Special Needs Experience

New Port Richey, FL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an autistic son. He went from nonverbal and aggressive to high functioning. He is 19 now and he has a full time job as a mechanic at Ford. He also had supraventricular tachycardia and a rare blood disorder. I have advocated for and assisted him through numerous procedures and therapies. I'm ready to share my experience...
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Lindsey G.

Responsible, Patient, Fun Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Job

Holiday, FL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Lindsey. I grew up in Maine and am now enjoying the Florida heat. I earned my Bachelor's in Child Development from the University of Maine in 2012. I am CPR/First Aid certified and am up to date on vaccines. I am a career nanny. I love kids and feel like I can easily connect with them. My job as a nanny is to keep...

Carrie R. says "Lindsey was with us a short time before moving to Florida. She was super busy with my three kids, but she was always respectful and polite. She was very...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/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 Tarpon Springs, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Tarpon Springs, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Rhonda K.

Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good...

- Care member

Maryann A.

Maryann is the best caregiver I have ever used. She understands what a child’s needs are and works well with parents so that everyone is on...

- Care member

Judith C.

Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and...

- S D.

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