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Special needs caregivers in Malabar, FL

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Misty F.


Palm Bay, FL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Mom Who Loves Kids And Wants To Help

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Hello! I am Misty, a mom of 2 children who has experience kids daily and wants to help other parents in need. I was a SAHM until I started working with kids in 2018 full time. I am looking to help families in need and provide excellent child care for them. I have experience working with children in a school setting grades...
Misty can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Britney L.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-25/hr11 yrs exp

Bri Of All Trades!

I have been caring for children in various positions for 11 years. I have seven younger siblings. I have babysat, served at church for a group of children, served in the baby room, one on one with special needs, as well as a nanny and a leader in Boy Scouts. I am an Eagle Scout myself. Through scouts I learned in depth first aid...
Britney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Katherine A.


Sebastian, FL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

CNA Available!

My name is Kate and I'm 27 years old. I have been a CNA for almost 10 years and have experience working both in long term care and home care. Please reach out to me with any questions or for references. Thank you!
I have a little over a year of experience in childcare ranging from newborns and infants to energetic toddlers to young children and teenagers. I was raised in a house of first responders so rest assured that your kids will be watched safely and taken care of in their times of need. I started childcare as a part time babysitter...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maria B.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Karen

Hello everyone! My name is Karen. I grew up in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. I have 2 children of my own and I am and have been a Sunday school teacher for many years. Being a nanny is the most rewarding and fulfilling job out there. Children are a delightful gift, they bring so much joy to my heart and make every day so much better. -...

Jill W.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Worked For Opuis Senior Care Facility. I Just Retired From Brevard County School May 2024.

5.0

(1)

Conducted recreational activities for elderly and Alzheimer customers. Ran exercise programs. Went room to room and talked to the customers who were room bound. My brother and I have taken care of my elderly parents for the past 10 years. Caring for their hygiene needs, cooking, cleaning, medicine, and appointments. Recently,...
Jill can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jill is an excellent cook and cleans very well and takes amazing care of my loved one"

Joseph C.

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Tatiana S.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

I am a middle school history teacher at a Christian School. I have experience with special needs kids and also have a sibling with cerebral palsy. Growing up I was the oldest of 6.
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
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Olivia K.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Dependable Babysitter

Hi! I'm Olivia. I have experience with kids of all ages and kids with special needs. Please think of me if you need a sitter a few days a week.
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more

Jill W.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Donna R.


Grant, FL

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced Registered Nurse

I am an Intensive care Registered Nurse experience in Trauma, Cardiac, Surgical, Diabetes/Wound, and Dialysis Care. I love what I do and care about the every person I care for! I have a strong adult education background in nutrition and culinary skills. I love to laugh, yet be professional, reliable and organized.
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Michelle S.


Melbourne, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me

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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Lisa F.


Sebastian, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/PCA

4.2

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Worked with dementia, ALS, Diabetes, special needs, TBI, quadriplegic clients for 25+yrs. I enjoy being able to help people that need help with everyday life challenges. Proficient in housekeeping, laundry, personal care, medication management. I am very dependable and very passionate when it comes to helping those in need. I...
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"I met Lisa when my family hired her as a caregiver for my Mom about 3 years ago. My mom was recovering from heart valve surgery and also adjusting to being legally blind as a result of macular degeneration. My mom was very social and extremely active and she had to...

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Ashley K.


Melbourne, FL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

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...
5.0
"We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but took a liking to Ashley very quickly not even a whine or cry when we left! She did an awesome job and even...

Jose L.

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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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Brenda L.


Sebastian, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Brenda. I am a Certified Medical Assistant. I am CPR/First Aid certified. While working and raising 2 daughters, the eldest being severely handicapped, who had Rett Syndrome. A degenerative neuro-muscular disease. She needed 24/7 care. It is because of my daughter and the great people who helped us through the...
5.0
"See gives her all in what she does..She loves people and has a great heart."

Peggy L.

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Helped with extra work around the house "

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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 absolutely great! She arrived on time and jumped right in to playing with out daughters. She was also great with our 3 dogs and cat. Everyone felt at home with her and the kids loved playing with her. we can't wait to have her babysit again and possibly...

Chelsea B.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Malabar, FL

Jill W.

5.0

Jill is an excellent cook and cleans very well and takes amazing care of my loved one

- Joseph C.

Michelle S.

5.0

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

- Care member

Lisa F.

5.0

Lisa is an excellent caregiver, experienced, knowledgeable, gentle and caring, and attentive to every detail about our father's health. We always feel that our father is in good hands when she is there.

- Rosemarie H.

Ashley K.

5.0

We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but took a liking to Ashley very quickly not even a whine or cry when we left! She did an awesome job and even did some dishes we didn't even ask...

- Jose L.

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.

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