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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Venice, FL

The average rate is $17/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Venice, FL

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Amber C.


Venice, FL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Amber! I love children and have worked with kids for years! I have worked at a preschool as the lead toddler teacher in the toddler classroom for about 5 years. I then went on to nannying for about a year until the family moved away. I am currently a Pre-k aide in a special needs classroom. I have my associates degree...

Recent review:

5.0
She was an amazing sitter to my son! Unfortunately we are leaving the area and can't take her with us. But my son adored her and I felt so safe and comfortable leaving him with Amber. She never is on her phone,...

Reviewed by Victoria W.

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Kirsten T.


Venice, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion And Care Giving Services

5.0

(1)

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I have extensive experience providing companionship and care giving to seniors as well as those with specialized needs, such as Dementia and Parkinson's disease. Services offered: general companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, grooming assistance, transportation, errands , organization, light housekeeping,...

Recent review:

5.0
I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff.

Reviewed by Marisa M.

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Tammy G.


Venice, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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Caregiver to a young boy with autism -- March 2000 to the present (with two breaks abroad). As a caregiver to my young friend, I have been responsible for his daily physical care as well as supporting the family's goals for his communication skills and social development. We shop, bowl, go mini golfing, and spend hours in the...
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Kristin P.


Venice, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Though I'm not a professional, I grew up helping students with Down syndrome, autism, mental health problems, add/adhd, and more. I'm kind, attentive, a good listener, organized and full of the love of God. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
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Allyson R.


Venice, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Recreation Therapy

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Hello I could be an asset to your work or personal setting. In addition to my education background and experience, I can offer you a positive attitude, dependability, and the ability to work with people of all ages and differences in recreation therapy such as community outings, cooking, games, leisure, fitness/exercise and...

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Hello! my name is Kylie. I have worked for the past 5+ years as a pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN and have experience working in the NICU as well as multiple other pediatric specialties. (Expert in caring for children with complex medical diagnoses, as well as unexpected medical emergencies, should there be a need). I am taking...

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I am an adult psychology student. My life is dedicated to service and I feel very confident caring for children and adults with special needs. I am dedicated, caring, patient, reliable, and energetic. I feel I would be a great help as parents can confidently be away from home knowing their child is in great hands. I am flexible...
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Kristen H.


Venice, FL

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Exceptional Teacher Of Students With Mild/moderate Disabilities

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I recently left Massachusetts and a high school special education classroom to work with transitional youth at a community provider here in Maryland. In Massachusetts, I worked for 6 years with students that had learning disabilities, behavioral plans, intellectual disabilities, as well as those on the autism spectrum. I...
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Tiffany P.


Venice, FL

$15-25/hr

Part Time Loving Caregiver Available

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I am very passionate about helping people. I have a very loving and caring personality, and I love to build relationships with others.
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Claire P.


Venice, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have experience with older adults and children with special needs through my occupational therapy education and clinical experiences. I also have worked with children with special needs in the daycare that I have worked at for the past 2 years.
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Rachel I.


Venice, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Female Personal Care Assistant

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I started working with special care clients qhen I was 19 years old. Worked in pediatric physical therapy for 7 years. Personal Care Companion for 15 years. I prefer the title of companion because I believe relationships are very important to the quality of care your loved one receives as they are treated as I treat my family...
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Molly M.


Venice, FL

$25-35/hr

Registered Behavior Technician

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I have worked with children on the Autism Spectrum ages 3-24 of all backgrounds, abilities, and talents! I have always had a passion for working with children and the autism population stole my heart! I have worked with this population for 5 years professionally.
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Kirsten T.


Venice, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Care Giver Support

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Level II AHCA background, CPR & First AID certification. All COVID vaccinations & boosters. I have 14 years experience with providing full time in home care. I have experience with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Quadriplegia, Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's/Dementia. I assisted in medication management and...
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Allyson R.


Venice, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time

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To my education background and experience, I can offer you positive attitude, dependability, and the ability to work with people of all ages and difference such as seniors, people with special needs and pets. I love kids. I'm consider myself an independent self starter, but with an understanding of the importance in being a...
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Sara S.


Venice, FL

$20-26/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

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Hi prospective families, I'm Sara! I have a B. S. in Biology from USF, a professional certification in Child Life, and am a Newborn Care Specialist. Since I was younger, I have always loved working with children of all ages. Being the oldest of four, I helped to raise my younger siblings and also babysat all through high school...
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Kaitlyn H.


Venice, FL

$12/hr2 yrs exp

Teacher-in Training College Student With Childcare Experience

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My name is Riley. I'm 22 working toward a degree in early childhood education. I have experience working with kids; I worked at Southside in Sarasota as a paraprofessional, so I have experience working with children with special needs. Right now I work for the aftercare program at Taylor Ranch in Venice, working with 5th...

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I have worked with kids and adults with all types of disabilities and health issues, I'm willing to help in any way I can.
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Rachelle V.


Nokomis, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Like Family

5.0

(2)

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I am a certified nursing assistant and have many years of experience caring for others, from special needs children to live-in dementia care and end of life care. I was raised in a Christian home and always taught to put others first. When caring for others in the past, their family members have taken comfort in knowing I...

Recent review:

5.0
Rachelle was invaluable to my family at a very difficult time. She provided caring assistance to my dad as he dealt with cognitive decline due to brain cancer. Her upbeat attitude and sense of humor was just...

Reviewed by Angie A.

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Laura M.


Sarasota, FL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter And Nanny For Hire

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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,...

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Hello! I am a responsible and loving Speech Therapy student who has a passion for teaching, helping, and fulfilling you and your families needs. I always love leaving with a job well done.
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Nadia A.


Sarasota, FL

$20-21/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! I have 3-4 paid years of experience working with kids! I'm fun , flexible, responsible, loving , caring , honest. I'm someone you can count on! Someone you can call last minute I will do my best to make time! I really get to know the kids and their needs/wants, I can genuinely say I treat the kids I work with as if they were...
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Leeanne S.


Sarasota, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

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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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Hailey C.


Nokomis, FL

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

My Middle Name Is FUN!

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I studied youth development and human behavior in college. To further my knowledge, I decided to take the opportunity to love and care for many families part time as a college student. I enjoyed it so much that I went on to be a full time elementary teacher. It was a BLAST, but I have decided to return to being a nanny while...
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Ingrid J.


Nokomis, FL

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Tons Of Experience - Love Working With Kids!

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I'm a mom of three boys and I've hired many a babysitter myself over the years for my own kids, so I think I probably know what you're looking for. :) You'll love me! :) I am engaging, upbeat, creative. I did attachment style parenting and have a gentle demeanor - but as I've also got 3 boys so I also know how to wrangle...
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Rachelle V.


Nokomis, FL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Seeing The World From A Different Angle

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I am a certified nursing assistant and have many years of experience caring for others, from special needs children to providing live-in dementia, in home personal, and end of life care. I have been certified as an Emergency Medical Technician for 21 years and have experience in 911 Transport, Critical Care Transport, and...
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Nieves P.


Sarasota, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Child Care Depending In The How Many Hours

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I have being working with children for many years. first I work in child care clinic for 15 years in New York City. Move to Hawaii in 2000 and started working as a nanny since then. My first job was caring for a child with special need for 18th months, 2nd was with TWINS for 2 years and so on. My experiences it has being with...
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Omayra G.


Sarasota, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Positive Caregiver

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...

Recent review:

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.

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Brianna M.


Port Charlotte, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Super Fun And Reliable Babysitter

5.0

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Hello My name is Brianna! I enjoy working with children and have worked with children from the age of 1 years old to 15 years old. Growing up with a sister who had special needs taught me how to be patient and how some children are different and you have to go about helping them in a special way. I can prepare meals, clean, help...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Brianna is AMAZING !! She's been the best thing to happen to us. She's always on time, does last minute stuff without any complaint, and is wonderful with my kids. I was so scared to leave my kids with anyone...

Reviewed by Sarah F.

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Gabriella A.


North Port, FL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Educator As Your Child's Nanny

5.0

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I had been taking care of elementary school children part-time since 2003 (when they were in 1st and 3rd grade). Even then, I would take care of other children on weekends, ranging from 6 months to teenagers with special needs. Thereafter, I studied English writing/education, taught 9th graders, and earned a certification in...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Gabriella began as a weekly tutor, after online schooling took place she was with our kids on a daily basis, cared for dog, helped with things around the house, helped grocery shop and she’s adaptable (ie....

Reviewed by Care member

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Sarah H.


Sarasota, FL

$15-20/hr

Part Time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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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.

Recent review:

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.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Venice, FL

Amber C.

5.0

She was an amazing sitter to my son! Unfortunately we are leaving the area and can't take her with us. But my son adored her and I felt so safe and comfortable leaving him with Amber. She never is on her phone, she played with him, she taught him so much as well.

- Victoria W.

Kirsten T.

5.0

I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff.

- Marisa M.

Rachelle V.

5.0

Rachelle was invaluable to my family at a very difficult time. She provided caring assistance to my dad as he dealt with cognitive decline due to brain cancer. Her upbeat attitude and sense of humor was just what he needed. Rachelle was professional, dependable, and went above and beyond. I highly...

- Angie A.

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.

Brianna M.

5.0

Brianna is AMAZING !! She's been the best thing to happen to us. She's always on time, does last minute stuff without any complaint, and is wonderful with my kids. I was so scared to leave my kids with anyone and I'm so thankful I found Brianna because she's so trustworthy!! Brianna has become a...

- Sarah F.

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