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Special needs child care in Merritt Island, FL
Kari J.
Cocoa Beach, FL
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I recently moved to Mooresville and would love to continue my experience with childcare! I fell in love with childcare by being a nanny to my 6-year-old nephew with autism for two years! I am experienced with remote learning! I have a reliable suv! I am patient and will educate, have fun and love your children! I would love...
Amy A.
Rockledge, FL
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Young Compassionate, Responsible Nursing Student Looking To Give Care
I am a 25-year-old female living in Boynton Beach with a reputation for being very organized, responsible and motivated individual with heart.
I am BLS/CPR certified as well as my CNA license and 3 years of nursing school.
I have over 7 years of healthcare experience working in various settings of patient care including...
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am a 34 years old married mom of 3 boys. I have a 12-year-old and 10-year-old twin boys who are all in school fulltime. I have over 20 years experience and I am looking to care for one or two more children to help bring in some extra money since I lost my job at a private school for kids with autism due...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Ashley and I have been a caregiver for seven years. I have worked with people of all ages, from developmental and intellectual disabilities to caring for the elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia, to most recently, spinal cord injury. I take pride in my upbeat positive and outgoing personality as well as my...
Julie G.
Melbourne, FL
$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a certified special education teacher willing to help care for your special needs child. I have experience with medically fragile premature twins as well.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jessica. I am a retired Special Education teacher. My certifications include a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, certification in Special Education, CDA certification in Early Childhood Education. On top of this, I have my American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification and American Red Cross...
5.0
"She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn what things to do to help them best."
Bethany F.
Marsha S.
Cocoa, FL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience working with seniors that have various disabilities, I have worked in Assisted living facilities but prefer the one on one relationship. My experience includes but is not limited to Dementia/Alzheimers, total bed care, medication reminders, light housework, transportation to appointments, meal preparation,...
Taylor A.
Melbourne, FL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I love disability care and am always up to the occasion. I am on time, reliable and have a flexible schedule. I am outgoing and patient. I am kind and empathetic. I am taking classes to further my disability education to become better in the field.
5.0
"Taylor has watched my fur babies a lot when I go out of town. She always showed up on time and would send me updates and pictures. She's such a sweet, patient, and kind woman! She worked at an adult group home as well."
Makenzie T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a empty nester mom of 3 ASD young adults. Certified Special education advocate / paralegal through University of San Diego School of Law. I am trained but not certified in OT, ABA, CBT, SLP as well as special diets. Happy to help with homework, home school work, planning, organizing, social skills, field trips, cooking,...
5.0
"Stacey is a natural with children and special needs children. She is also an amazing tutor! She is incredibly respectful and helpful to my family. "
Care member
Anne P.
Indialantic, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a 19-year-old son who falls somewhere on the autism spectrum and another son, now 21 years of age, who has severe attention deficit disorder. We raised our boys in a School system where challenges presented themselves daily both academically as well as socially. I am well versed on the demands of raising a special needs...
Marcia S.
Titusville, FL
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for special needs.
I also have recommendation letter.
Jamie H.
Palm Bay, FL
$22-25/hr
5.0
(1)
I have always had a passion to go out of my way and share a moment with people with special needs. I can see and appreciate the special light inside of them and I would be blessed to help care for someone with special needs. While I don't have any paid experience , I have interacted with many people before and although...
Dana S.
Melbourne, FL
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor, Special Needs Teacher And Helper, And Lots Of Fun
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a teacher for 15 years. I have my masters degree in Special Education. I have taught children ages 5 - 17. I really enjoy working with children by playing games, going for walks, and teaching them. I also have a sister with a spinal cord injury I have taken care of for 30 years. I have a variety of experience with...
I have worked with children of all ages for the past 35 years. I have extensive skills working with neurodiversity children and adults.
Alyssa M.
Melbourne, FL
$41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Caregiver Available For Children, Seniors, And Pets. Experienced With Special Needs
Certified teacher in Florida with certifications in Pre-K-3rd grade all subjects, K-12 exceptional student education, and ESOL K-12. I have been working with children for a total of 10 years across various related fields. My experience has been in babysitting, ESE paraprofessional elementary and middle school age, elementary...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have experience caring for people with disabilities. I can adapt to work with any needs they may have while staying calm and patient.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for three elderly gentlemen with developmental disabilities for eight years as a live-in companion which was very rewarding and fun. We traveled extensively going to concerts, ice shows, hockey games, theme parks, ball games, libraries and art museums, aquariums and the local zoo, the beach, picnics, fishing and...
Stacie C.
Melbourne, FL
$20-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
I owned a daycare for 25 years. I had a few special needs children in my care during that time. I also volunteered at a school for Children with disabilities
I started babysitting when I was 13 years of age for my dance teachers children (for about four years) ages, 1, 3, and a newborn. I started High School a couple of the girls from the dance team and I would go volunteer at the Early Intervention Center. In high school, I also baby sat two 11-year-old twins and during the summers...
Adriana L.
Melbourne, FL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Adriana :) I am looking for a side hustle. My schedule is extremely flexible and I willing to provide transportation. I have an extensive background working with children from babysitting to being a registered behavior technician (for 7 years) and teaching. I love kids of all ages and am extremely patient. I would...
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Merritt Island, FL
Jessica M.
5.0
She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn what things to do to help them best.
- Bethany F.
Taylor A.
5.0
Taylor has watched my fur babies a lot when I go out of town. She always showed up on time and would send me updates and pictures. She's such a sweet, patient, and kind woman! She worked at an adult group home as well.
- Makenzie T.
Stacey A.
5.0
Stacey was a lifesaver for us. She worked with our son and tutored him through his entire year in all of his subjects. She was able to help him with his organizational skills and with his study habits. I am so grateful for Stacey's help and involvement in our family.
- Care member