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Special needs caregivers in Malabar, FL

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Erinn S.


Malabar, FL

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Previously An Assistant Teacher

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was previously a assistant teacher for children with special needs as well as typically developing. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I do have younger siblings as well as family who is younger and I have always helped with caring for and making sure the children and taken care of and have what they need. I am...
Erinn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

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 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...

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Danielle W.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-30/hr • 4 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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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Margaret S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Full-time Or Part-time

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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Zuzanna P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-24/hr • 20 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, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Zuza is a wonderful and dependable caregiver. She takes great care of my baby and is very professional and efficient with that. As a first time mom, I also learned a lot from her on caring for the baby. I feel safe and secured with her. Zuza also helped me with...

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Lorraine K.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature, Reliable, Dependable Mom Of 3 Grown Sons, Available FT/PT

Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood

I love being around children, which is why I have made it my career after raising my own 3 sons with 25 years of experience. I'm a mature, dependable, reliable, and pet-friendly caregiver with experience in special needs. My oldest son was a 2-pound preemie and today is a home case worker with a Masters degree specializing in...
Lorraine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Lorraine to care for our five month old. It was very important to us to have someone who had infant experience because our child's needs are unique. She was incredible with him. He was well fed, held, clean and she kept track of when it all happened. She...

Theresa V.

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Victoria S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked extensively w seniors in private homes, agencies and retirement communities. I believe that people need a lot of love and understanding. I am very sensitive to their needs, because of my vast experience with special needs clients. I have been with many seniors in the final stages of their lives and helped prepare...
Victoria can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Kind,Patient Christian women. Deals well with my mom who can be difficult due to dementia."

Kathie M.

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Sydney O.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-50/hr • 4 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sydney was on time, professional, asked many questions and took great care with our child. Highly recommend!"

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Jasmine W.


Palm Bay, FL

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Happy To Help

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with special needs kids, babies, toddlers and 3-5-year-olds. I am 23 years old, I love working with children always have, I have worked in church nursery for years, It's something I really love to do. I have my CPR certificate been through background checks and willing to drive and also a safe driver...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine is an amazing care giver! I've personally used her for my special needs daughter for years and witnessed her care for multiple other children over the years. She's very responsible and you can tell she loves kids!"

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Jing S.


Palm Bay, FL

$30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Professional Educator

4.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from FAU university, major in early care education, I am passionate about kids, I am watching kids at home. I am fully vaccinated, I am CPR and first Aid trained. I am not just a nanny, I am an educator, specialize in behavioral problems, focusing on children's mental health. I am using positive reinforcement method...
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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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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Anais V.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr • 9 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:

First Aid

CPR

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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Elizabeth C.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Elizabeth and I am a licensed practical nurse. I got my license from Pasco Hernando State College in 2014. I'm BLS/CPR first aid certified. I have caregiving experience ranging from new borns to elderly. I have my own experience with special needs, my son has autism and was non verbal for 5 years. I know some sign...
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Sara M.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun And Friendly

My name is Sara. My family and I have been living in Florida since 2020. We are originally from NYC. While I lived there I was employed by the NYC Department Of Education for 10 years. I also worked as a PCA to an adult with special needs. I am looking to provide child for a few adays of the week. I am a Mommy to two boys ages...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha S.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Samantha and I have always enjoyed working with children. My goal is finding a career that will allow me to do that. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager and currently have 3 years experience as a preschool teacher working with various ages. I have volunteered with special needs children as well as...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maria B.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

I'm very reliable and responsible, . I am experienced with children and elders with special needs such as dementia, Asperger's, ADHD, hypotonia. I'm experienced as a care giver.. I will take good care of your beloved ones.
Maria can also help with: Live-in home care
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Monique S.


Sebastian, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Available For Many Different Situations

I have cared for several people with special needs, children to adults. I have experience with CP, MS, MD, stroke, brain injury, and more. I have many references.
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Stephanie B.


Melbourne, FL

$16/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Stephanie I am 21 years old and I moved here from Texas. I am currently going to school to earn my BSN in Nursing. I love children and would love the chance to help you and family out in the best way I can. I have many years of experience with children. All my siblings have had kids which I have cared for on my...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ivy B.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello my name is Ivy! I am a current Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with training in CPR, First Aid Care, and Basic Cardiac Life Support. I graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor's in Health Sciences and I plan on continuing my education in becoming a Physician Assistant. I have years of experience being a...
Ivy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Malabar, FL

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

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

Zuzanna P.

5.0

Zuza is a wonderful and dependable caregiver. She takes great care of my baby and is very professional and efficient with that. As a first time mom, I also learned a lot from her on caring for the baby. I feel safe and secured with her. Zuza also helped me with household chores. She has been a great...

- Care member

Lorraine K.

5.0

Lorraine comes from years of experience with kids, and we are glad to have her with us. She is a great help with our kids after school and she is always happy to help out with extra things around the house. Unfortunately we can't give her as many hours as she needs, so we wish her all the best in...

- Lora L.

Victoria S.

5.0

Kind,Patient Christian women. Deals well with my mom who can be difficult due to dementia.

- Kathie M.

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