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Find special needs caregivers in Melbourne Beach, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Melbourne Beach, FL

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Melbourne Beach, FL

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Sara P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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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 childcare provider with over a decade of experience including infants...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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!
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Maria B.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-20/hr1 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/hr10 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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Cathy S.


Melbourne, FL

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special Ed Teacher

As a prior Special Ed Teacher, I am adept at working with children that have a multitude of challenges. I love children and they love me because I am fun! I also offer tutoring, if needed. CPR certified, Non-smoker, Covid vaccinated. Thank you! Warm Regards, Cathy

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brianna; I am 23 years old & an elementary education major. I grew up in a large family with many babies, including some with special needs, so I have always had a ton of experience with children of all ages. I have a passion for working with children and have worked in childcare for several years. I...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna has been with us since our son was 4 months old and he is now 14 months. She is a literal Godsend! I don’t know what we would do without her! As first time parents, we were super tentative about someone taking care of him. She’s now the only person we trust...

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I have over 2 years experience with kids I'm great with animals, been around them my entire life I'd describe my personality as funny, loving, and caring
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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. -...
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha O.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Fun, Caring, And Responsible

I am so delighted for the opportunity to lighten the load summertime brings. My name is Samantha and I am a palm bay native who has been a Brevard Public Schools Substitute for 2 years. I have also worked at Pinapple Cove in the 2-year-old class room and have a 3-year-old of my own. Ensuring the wellbeing of all children in a...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Eunice T.


Melbourne, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I enjoy taking care of children with special needs. I have a granddaughter who has cerebral palsy and she is 13-years-old . I know how to administer medication and feeding through G-tube. I enjoy reading to them taking them for walks.

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

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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: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jill is very attentive and helpful. She makes great meals and always remembers to remind me to take my medications on time. Jill is excellent"

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

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

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Helped with extra work around the house "

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

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anais came to help me for one evening. She has a wonderful personality. My daughter immediately loved her. She is calm, soft spoken, cheerful and full of energy, yet able to maintain order and rules. She followed all the instructions for dinner, bedtime, etc and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Melbourne Beach, FL

Brianna B.

5.0

Brianna has been with us since our son was 4 months old and he is now 14 months. She is a literal Godsend! I don’t know what we would do without her! As first time parents, we were super tentative about someone taking care of him. She’s now the only person we trust to watch our son! She genuinely...

- Care member

Jill W.

5.0

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

- Joseph C.

Sydney O.

5.0

Sydney has been great with my toddlers. She started watching them when they were 2 & 3 and they ask for her all the time. My oldest is autistic and Sydney was great with him and I learned a lot from her about how to help him. She made food, cleaned & thought of different activities to do with the...

- Care member

Jessica M.

5.0

Helped with extra work around the house

- Care member

Casey H.

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 good feel for what to expect. Casey...

- Monica C.

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Melbourne Beach, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.