Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Melbourne Beach, FL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Former Teacher/Former Therapeutic (Special Needs) Foster Parent/mom

5.0

(17)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Aloha my name is Kapi and I love working with children and animals. **Please see my reviews/references** A little about me, I'm a: former teacher, nanny, babysitter, aunty and mom who has cared for infants to adults. I am patient, caring, honest, loyal, responsible, fun, creative, arts and crafts and a positive ball of energy! I...

Kapi can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Kapi is one of the best sitters I've ever had the pleasure of hiring. My children love her and she is extremely knowledgeable and professional. She is trustworthy and someone I would definitely hire again and again. She prepared their meals and cleaned up after...

Ashley B.

Lorraine K.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

4.8

(43)

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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...

Lora L.

Lorraine K.

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced In Special Needs

I'm a mature mom of 3 sons, my oldest was a 2 pound preemie with a medley of developmental delays and a diagnosis of high functioning autism . He has since graduated college with a 4. 0 GPA and received his masters in special education and is now working with children with autism. I have since worked with many special needs...

Olivia K.

$20/hr • 5 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more

Carmen D.

$24/hr • 1 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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more

Stacey A.

$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...

Care member

Jing S.

$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...

Maria B.

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in Bolivia. I am and have been a Sunday school teacher for many years. I have homeschooled my kids in the past. 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. Very reliable. God fearful. I speak...

Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"we love her! she's so sweet & caring. always on time & great with our two year old."

Ashlee W.

Victoria S.

$13/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

4.5

(2)

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: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, home modification, dementia & more

Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0

"Victoria was a delight to interview. Even though I could not meet her needs I would still recommend her."

Charles W.

Elizabeth C.

$13-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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...

Stacey A.

$25/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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...

Care member

Elizabeth S.

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Ivy B.

$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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Jennifer N.

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello. Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a mom of one with so much more love to share! I have experience with special needs children and will love to help you with any child care needs. My daughter spent her early years with a hard focus on early education. I spent two years observing as her therapists worked with her to...

Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping

Erinn S.

Malabar, FL

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Previously An Assistant Teacher

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Stephanie B.

$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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Josefina P.

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a BA in Early Childhood Education and have worked with children for over 20 years. I am a mother of two children and have lots of experience with children of all ages. I have a nurturing approach that is receptive across all ages including children with special needs. I am open to be of service in other aspects of the...

Josefina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Samantha F.

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have worked with children of all ages for the past 35 years. I have extensive skills working with neurodiversity children and adults.

Sara P.

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Sara, I'm 31 and originally from Oregon. I do not smoke, I have a car, and I have a masters degree in human biology. I work professionally in healthcare researching pancreatic cancer, but my joy is caregiving. I'm a compassionate and fun provider with over a decade of experience. As a special needs mother...

Misty F.

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Mom Who Loves Kids And Wants To Help