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Special needs caregivers in Grant, FL

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Jill W.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher

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Taught phonics to special needs children at Columbia Elementary for eight years. I retired May 2024 from Brevard County School Board. I would like to continue to work and care for others.
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi there! My name is KimberLee. I have 4 adult children and 6 amazing grandchildren. I have many years of Nanny experience. One of my 3 college degrees is in Child and Family Studies. I have been a loving Nanny to families with children of all ages. I have experience with multiple births and children with special needs. I am...
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Megan D.


Sebastian, FL

$13-21/hr7 yrs exp

Hello my name is Megan, I take care of my brother with cerebral palsy who currently lives with me. Also helped my mom take care of my grandpa with debit's disease.

Carmen D.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$24/hr1 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Myself:

Hi! My name is Carmen, I'm a 24yr old child of God! I'm currently living near Melbourne beach. I would describe myself as caring, kind, & maternal. I like working with kids because I've always had pleasant experiences with them. Caring for children is a big interest & passion of mine. I started working with kids when I was a...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
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Margaret S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Full-time Or Part-time

5.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Margaret, and I was a nanny for 5 years. I have experience with everything from; managing the household, light and heavy duty housekeeping, grocery shopping, running errands, pet care, pick up/drop off to and from school, and after school activities. I have worked with children since my senior year of high school,...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Danielle W.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Danielle. I am 21 years old, graduated high school in 2022, and I currently am taking real estate classes and have a full time Etsy business. I love working with kids, as I have always been a babysitter or nanny. During high school I did lots of baby sitting and took all childhood development classes where I...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Danielle was an excellent babysitter. She was very active and attentive with my child that had autism. Always had a positive attitude and willing to do whatever to make my kid happy! She was very patient and gentle. Will definitely be keeping contact. "

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Alice M.


Vero Beach, FL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Alice and I have 20+ years experience working with children and young adults with developmental and behavioral challenges. I spent most of my career teaching high school special education. In the most recent years I have ran a ranch for teens and young women who have behavioral challenges and/or chemical...
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Anne P.


Indialantic, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Jessica M.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs

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.

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Jessica M.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Caring Professional

I'm an experienced and compassionate childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. My 20 years of experience and education in early childhood development have equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. As a...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Helped with extra work around the house "

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Zuzanna P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-24/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for 20 years, motivated by my love of children and the desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. Parents appreciate my regular updates about their child's day, and I follow their preferred communication method. Whether we're playing outdoor games,...
Zuzanna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Susanna was great! She kept me updated and sent me pictures of my 5 month old throughout the day. I felt very comfortable leaving my son with her and I was glad she has a lot of experience with children. "

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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

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. "

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Sydney O.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Creative Sitter.

Hello, I absolutely love children and making an impact in their lives. I don't mind helping with basic housework, homework and taking care of pets. I have experience with all ages. I will plan activities for us to do, so they are not bored. I have experience with special needs children as well. I am CPR and first aid Certified.
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great person to deal with and wonderful care of children."

Care member

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Casey H.


Melbourne, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey y'all! I'm Casey! I just welcomed my first baby boy into the world at the end of January! For the last 3 years I have worked for the School District of Indian River County as an Registered Behavioral therapist (1 year) and an ESE Teacher (the last 2 years). I hold a bachelors degree in Sociology with a minor in education. I...
Casey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Casey has cared for our 4 now 5 year-old daughter since January 2017. She took care of her daily for 5 hrs after school. She picked her up from 1/2 day pre-K daily. Having had several sitters/nannies over the years with many out of state moves I feel I have a very...

Monica C.

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Alison L.


Vero Beach, FL

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available 5 Days A Week.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Ali!! I have been working with kids as far back as I can remember! I started babysitting at 11 years old and knew then that being around kids is what I want to do! I'm originally from Long Island NY and while living there I worked at a school specializing in kids with special needs. I learned so much while working...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ali is absolutely amazing, and any family would be lucky to have her! She has been with our family for over a year now, starting when our oldest son was 1 year old (who is now 2 1/2) and continued when we had our second child (who is now 6 months old). We feel so...

Jaclyn V.

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...
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Anais V.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Big Kid At Heart

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 younger sisters so in regards to life experience I have a good amount of years lol. I'm a very outgoing, patient and yet energetic person. I grew up raising kids younger than I was by the age of 10. I've also babysat children with special needs such as autism and down syndrome. I've spent over 6 months volunteering at...
Anais can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anais was a full time nanny for my toddler daughter from November 2021 to March 2023. Our entire family adores her - she is so amazing!! She has a magic touch with children and an amazing disposition that makes her easy to trust, talk to, and motivate kids. She's...

Kelly K.

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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

3.7

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Very experienced empty nest mom of 3 now young adults w/ASD. Experienced & trained to work w/special needs, medical fragile, special diets, allergies, OT & Speech Therapy, ABA, CBT. Can help w/light cooking & cleaning, grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, home school, crafts, play games, etc. Decades of experience working as...
Stacey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Stacey is amazing with children. She cared for my three young boys from the age of infant twins and a two year old older toddler brother. She read to them, made healthy meals and snacks and even helped potty train all of them. She took them on community outings...

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Beth M.


Vero Beach, FL

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty LNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 25 years of healthcare experience working in nursing homes, ALFS, hospitals, and private residences. I am also experienced working with individuals with special needs. I am very passionate about my work, and my work ethic is very strong. Treat others as you want to be treated, with care, dignity and respect.
Beth can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grant, FL

Danielle W.

5.0

Danielle was an excellent babysitter. She was very active and attentive with my child that had autism. Always had a positive attitude and willing to do whatever to make my kid happy! She was very patient and gentle. Will definitely be keeping contact.

- Care member

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.

Jessica M.

5.0

Helped with extra work around the house

- Care member

Zuzanna P.

5.0

Zuza is the best! Keeps us updated, stays on nap schedule and is great with our infant. An asset to our family.

- Care member

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

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