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Find special needs caregivers in Cocoa, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cocoa, FL

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Cocoa, FL

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Daniel M.


Rockledge, FL

$13-23/hr3 yrs exp

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I have been working as Caregiver since 2017 until now. I have a huge experience handling patients in bed and special needs. I enjoy my work. I'd describe my personality as competent, responsible and respectful. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping seniors. I have been working since 2017. I'm looking for a job...
Daniel can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
I have worked in the emergency and non emergency medical field. My children as they were growing up, and I volunteered with an equine therapy program for children and young adults with special needs. For almost two years, my 13-year-old daughter and I have been visiting, caring for, and taking on outings, a wonderful woman in a...
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Sherry L.


Merritt Island, FL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Night Nanny & Baby Whisperer

Though I love kids of all ages, the infant stage is my favorite. There is nothing sweeter to me than a baby's coos or the "milk buzz" on their little faces after a feeding. Fortunately the feeling seems to be mutual; babies and young children take to me. So now that my own children are grown, I've gone back to helping young...
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Cierra S.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter As Needed

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children and pets. I am great with both younger and older children. I have babysat since I was 13 years old and have continued to through the years. I have experience in babysitting children with special needs. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I feel that I am fully capable to handle any situation that is thrown my way...
Cierra can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amy H.


Rockledge, FL

$14/hr12 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Amy. I have a degree in Social Work and I have taught Infant Child CPR. I have extensive experience with children and babies of all ages and numbers including children with special needs. I worked with a baby from newborn until 2 years old . The position ended when I left the state. Recently , I picked up 2...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kellie E.


Merritt Island, FL

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Eperienced Special Education Teacher & Compassionate Nanny

With a heart dedicated to fostering growth and nurturing potential, I bring over a decade of enriching experience as a Special Education Teacher coupled with two decades of compassionate care as a trusted nanny. My journey in the realm of education and childcare has been marked by unwavering dedication, profound empathy, and a...
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Melinda B.


Rockledge, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher To Children With Special Needs

I have 30 years experience working with students and adults with disabilities, physical and mental, in the classroom as well as in a home environment. I am patient, caring, and a hard worker.
I worked as a substitute teacher with children of varying exceptionalities for many years in Virginia and Florida. I have worked as an instructional assistant in Brevard County for 5 years. I work well and enjoy working with children with special needs. I do work school hours but have some evenings and weekends open for care.
Kelley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked as a substitute teacher and an instructional assistant with many different types of special needs from Pre-K up through middle school. Working with people with special needs is something that I enjoy. I have a child with high functioning autism.
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Kathleen R.


Rockledge, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Passion For Care

I will be there for your family. I will teach your children and foster growth and independence. I have been taking care of children since I was a teenager. I have been deep in the world of special needs care for the last few years. I am so patient and hard working. I can promise your kids will have fun and be asking when I will...
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Kari J.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$13-20/hr2 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...

Catherine J.


Merritt Island, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiving For Infants, Toddlers, And School Age Children

Safety and security are the top priorities I make for all children in my care. I am certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED. I have completed coursework in child development, and I am currently working on my certification. I have three years of paid nanny experience, and I have worked in a childcare setting with children who have...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michelle S.


Melbourne, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me

4.6

(11)

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Experience with children around different countries. Trustful, honest, hard working and reliable. College degree, CPR trained, clean background check, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) knowledge and very experienced with childrem with special needs. COVID vaccinated.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is such an amazing babysitter for my son! She entertains him playing games, teaching different languages, etc... I've changed many babysitters but Michelle she our number 1!!"

Stefania B.

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Whitney S.


Melbourne, FL

$25-31/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience babysitting, mentoring, and group teaching children of all ages! I also have babysat, and assisted several individuals who have special needs. I am willing to provide a background check and references! I am located in Melbourne near EFSC.
Whitney can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Whitney was great! I felt comfortable leaving my baby in her care while we attended a wedding. On time, friendly, and professional!"

Martine H.

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Madison B.


Titusville, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Madison and I recently graduated from UCF with a degree in Health Sciences! During my time in college I did course work in childhood education, adolescent psychology and got CPR certified! For as long as I can remember, I have lover caring for children and watching them grow and succeed. I have experience with...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was a great babysitter! The kids always had fun while being safe. Would recommend to anyone!!"

Jackie W.

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Heather C.


Titusville, FL

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

9 years of paid professional experience and a lifetime of personal experience caring for varying levels of neurodiverse people. Comfortable with newborns all the way up to end-of-life care. Compassionate, considerate, empathetic, with a strong code of ethics. Hard-working and dedicated employee. Gap in employment reflects...
5.0
"We love Heather and were heartbroken when she moved out of state."

Laura W.

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Taylor A.


Melbourne, FL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

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.

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Marcia S.


Titusville, FL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

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.
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Michele C.


Satellite Beach, FL

$25-30/hr

Trustworthy Kind Retired Teacher

Hi I am a 49-year-old retired special needs teacher. Still trying to make ends meet as I have a freshman in college and a 1st grader with autism. I am fortunate to have both of my grandmothers still in my life they are both in their 90s. I spent about 6 months caring for my maternal grandmother for 5 hours daily however, she is...
Michele can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cocoa, FL

Michelle S.

5.0

Michelle was great with our kids. Great communication and always punctual. Would hire again!

- Care member

Whitney S.

5.0

My daughter loves Whitney. She is punctual. And she is really nice

- Care member

Madison B.

5.0

She was a great babysitter! The kids always had fun while being safe. Would recommend to anyone!!

- Jackie W.

Heather C.

5.0

We love Heather and were heartbroken when she moved out of state.

- Laura W.

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.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cocoa, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.