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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Venice, FL

The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Venice, FL

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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...
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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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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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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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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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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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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Isabella L.


North Port, FL

$30/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hey I'm Bella! I'm 22 years old and a high school grad. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have a 2. 5-year-old son and experience with ages up to 12 years old as well as kids with special needs. I am a very organized, creative and well planned out babysitter and always bring activities and crafts for the kids! I hope that I am...
5.0
"Bella was great for our family during home-school. She was very attentive to our special needs 5 yo and my 7 yo loved doing make up and dress up with Bella. I recommend Bella to any family!"

Reviewed by Marie S.

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Sheri V.


Sarasota, FL

$25/hr10 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 is patient, compassionate, and a true angel. She was a blessing to my family as we struggled with taking care of my father. Between giving top-notch care, to heart felt companionship, I could not...

Reviewed by Haley S.

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Shannon A.


Sarasota, FL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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.

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Alyssa S.


Sarasota, FL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny/RBT

5.0

(1)

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I am currently a nursing student with 3 years of childcare experience. I have experience with infants as well as children with special needs. I am a registered behavioral technician who has experience providing ABA therapy. I am fully vaccinated. I have 3 years of nannying experience and 6 months of experience as an RBT. I also...
5.0
"Lovely young lady with such a great heart for children! My one year old absolutely adored her."

Reviewed by Kellee R.

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Natalya C.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr

Awesome Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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.
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"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.

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Heather M.


Sarasota, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Household Manager

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
"Heather was my nanny for me 3-5 year old daughter for almost 2 years. She was very dependable and my daughter loved her time with Heather. I only stopped using Heather because my daughter started...

Reviewed by Amir G.

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Gabriele N.


Port Charlotte, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

RN, Experienced In Childcare, Comfortable With Medical Or Special Needs Cares

5.0

(1)

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RN, BSN, with 6+ years of inpatient hospital experience (adult population). Prior to becoming an RN, I provided childcare for various families (ages 3-12). Although I am not pediatric nurse, I am educated in all stages of development and comfortable with all aspects of daily care and beyond (medication administration, special...
5.0
"Gaby is the best of the best. She truly has become family to us. My son absolutely adores her and we are so grateful to have her! She helps with pick ups from daycare with him or if he isn't able to go to...

Reviewed by Kaeley G.

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Emily M.


Sarasota, FL

$22/hr7 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. "

Reviewed by Care member

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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...
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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Sheri V.


Sarasota, FL

$25/hr10 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.

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Gregory E.


North Port, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Greg's Helping Hands

5.0

(2)

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Hi, my name is Greg and I am an experienced Home Health Aide/Caregiver that would love to care for your family member as if they were part of my own family. I have 18 years of experience taking care of individuals with different health issues. My experience includes taking care of my mother who experienced multiple health...
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Omayra G.


Sarasota, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Positive Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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...
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"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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Bella S.


Port Charlotte, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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I am a 24-year-old currently attending Grand Valley State University. Before starting nursing school, I worked at my apartment complex as a leasing agent and as an assistant teacher in the 3-year-old room at Appletree. I have also worked in D. A Blodgett St. John's and provided home care for children with mental and physical...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Venice, FL

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.

Isabella L.

5.0

Our 7 month and 22 month old boys adore Bella! She is fun and energetic. She always has a positive, happy to help attitude. She's creative with play and they are always laughing. If our work situation wasn't changing, we'd keep her forever!

- Jessica K.

Sheri V.

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 helped our dad with hygiene, feeding, and more. Above all else she offered him and us HOPE....

- Diane W.

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.

Alyssa S.

5.0

Lovely young lady with such a great heart for children! My one year old absolutely adored her.

- Kellee R.

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Ratings for Venice, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Venice, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.