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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 November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Cocoa, FL

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Megan B.


Titusville, FL

$12-35/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! My name is Megan. I am Navy wife and full time online college student working hard to earn my Masters Degree in Legal Studies and Psychology. In high school I worked my summers at a local YMCA and during the school year before/after school care. I also spent 3 years as a peer counselor for a local non profit for over 50...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I chose Megan to begin with because she is caring, compassionate and responsible. My daughter loves her to death and she's always been happy to go see her. Any time I've ever hired Megan, she goes above and beyond to not only care for my daughter, but she actually...

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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: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Nicole H.


Melbourne, FL

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

Work a lot with Seniors in an organizational company that I have . Retired from work to Care for my mom for two years who had Parkinson's and a brain tumor, so I have experience in caring for a loved one with special needs. I am reliable and compassionate and would be happy to help your family .
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, transportation, personal care, light cleaning & more
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Mikayla B.


Orlando, FL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a senior in college at UCF earning my degree in education and I've been babysitting for 6 years now. I have experience with ages 1+ and have watched as many as 4 kids at once while babysitting. I have worked as an afterschool teacher where I was in charge of 15+ kindergarteners. I have worked as a Substitute...
Mikayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Stacie C.


Melbourne, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I provided a safe and nurturing environment for children aged newborn to teenagers. I am extremely close to my 3 grown children. I absolutely love caring for people of all ages. I have also cared for individuals with special needs. I'm a great multitasker, Love nature, all animals & being outdoors . I have experience in...
Stacie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Cassidy G.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Provides Excellent Care For Children Of All Ages

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey! My name is Cassidy and I'm a college student online at Seminole State. I have a golden retriever and enjoy outdoor activities. I have 4 years experience working at a daycare, 3 years experience as a live-in nanny, and experience with special needs children.
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello, my name is Viktoria, I am looking for a job in Front Royal. I have a small amount of special needs experience. I am mostly just a very well experienced nanny.
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Denise M.


Melbourne, FL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Mental Health/intellectual Disability Specialist

Residential supervisor for United Cerebral Palsy /Community living and support services (CLASS) I supported 8 residents & supervised 13 staff.
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Amanda O.


Titusville, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Grocery Shopping and Carpooling. I am a former Girl Scout Leader and I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities for almost 20 years.
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Stacie C.


Melbourne, FL

$20-32/hr4 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
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Shanah R.


Titusville, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I am a great elementary school educator, Certified Home Health Aid, CPR & First Aid certified. I've worked with special needs children and adults for about 5years now.
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Melissa W.


Melbourne, FL

$15-50/hr15 yrs exp

Mrs.Doubtfire

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly, fun. I enjoy life and I am happy most of the time. Children bring me great joy. I like working with kids because children need routines and structure. I have raised four children and I have three grandchildren. Children are so eager to learn and explore the world. I'm looking...
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Ashley K.


Titusville, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a mother of two intelligent young adult "children" and have been very blessed to have raised them. I am also privileged to be a "bonus mom" to three amazing kids. I have worked in various capacities with handicap children and adults, including a variety of mental and physical disabilities. I have also been a massage...
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Angelina S.


Titusville, FL

$10-45/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter and Teacher: Ms Angelina

I have previously worked in a special needs daycare with children ranging from 8 months to 5 years of age for almost two years. I was an assistant teacher in the pre K room and also a van aide for the school supervising and transporting children to and from home and special trips. I was able to work with many different...
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Sydney F.


Satellite Beach, FL

$10-20/hr

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 23-year-old graduate student who has had a lot of experience working with children with special needs. I am currently looking for part time work. I am currently in an online graduate program at Arizona State University. I previously worked as an in home behavior therapist for children with Autism for about 8 months...
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Darlene H.


Titusville, FL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Care Done From The Heart!

Hello! My name is Darlene! I've been a stay at home Mama primarily for 25 years. Taking care of 3 of my own children and others when needed. I am married also for almost 25 years. My other experience of care giving comes from substitute teaching for special needs primarily for Public Schools in SC, also doing home health care as...
Darlene can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Skylar O.


Melbourne, FL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Skylar and I live in Crestview Fl. I have not had direct specific schooling for special needs children but I have professionally worked with kids with disabilities in daycares and in high school. I did the helping hands (buddy program) class where for one period a day I would go hang out with my buddies in the...
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Michele C.


Satellite Beach, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Kind Trustworthy Retired Teacher

I am a newly retired 49 yr old retired special Ed teacher. Mom of 2 daughters. One is a freshman at UCF, the younger is a first grader. I have vast experience with special needs caregiving as a teacher of over 26 years, including feeding, bathing, seizure disorders, cognitive disabilities, behavioral intervention, etc. I also...
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Alyssa M.


Melbourne, FL

$41/hr10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cocoa, FL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.