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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Melbourne, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Melbourne, FL

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Jessica M.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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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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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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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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Excellent caregiver, always willing to go above and beyond. Helped with dishes, housework, and pet care"

Jamie F.

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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

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michelle was great with our kids. Great communication and always punctual. Would hire again!"

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

Early Education

CPR

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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Allyson S.


Melbourne, FL

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate & Qualified Nurse & Special Needs Mother

As a mother of a 4-year-old with ADHD, ASD & other health issues, I can understand your needs for your loved one. As a nurse, I have 4 years of experience with adolescents as young as 5 years old & as old as 17 years old with mental disorders, seizure disorders, ASD, ADHD & more while working at an Inpatient Psychiatric...
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Casey H.


Melbourne, FL

$13-20/hr

Special Needs

Back home I babysit a little boy who is now 10 years old with serve autism. I have babysat him for 3 years. I have also intern for a special education class.
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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

Worked 20 hours a week with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder on daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Collaborated with parents and other caregiver to organize implementation of word games, reading and school-like activities in each daily session...
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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.
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Jessica B.


Melbourne, FL

$13-22/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mother Of 3 Wonderful Boys

Hi, my name is Jessica. I am a 34 years old married mom of 3 boys. I have a 12-year-old and 10-year-old twin boys who are all in school fulltime. I have over 20 years experience and I am looking to care for one or two more children to help bring in some extra money since I lost my job at a private school for kids with autism due...
I have worked with an elementary aged child who had autism and schizophrenia. I have also worked with a middle school child with autism and social issues. Those are my 2 main experiences with special care, but I have also have a lot of experience babysitting, serving as a waitress, and working in retail and I currently work...
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Bismark A.


Melbourne, FL

$16-19/hr6 yrs exp

I love and cherish my clients, and can't wait to work with them The goal is to bring forth the best
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Denise M.


Melbourne, FL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Mental Health/intellectual Disability Specialist

Residential supervisor for United Cerebral Palsy /Community living and support services (CLASS) I supported 8 residents & supervised 13 staff.
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Taylor W.


Melbourne, FL

$16-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have previously nannied for a little boy with Autism and Epilepsy for about two years. What I did throughout the day was temperature checks to make sure he didn't have a fever, administrating medicine, cooking lunch, transporting to & from activities, homework help, & overall just making sure he had things to keep him...
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Stella Q.


Melbourne, FL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable And Loving Caretaker And Tutor

Hello my name is Stella and I am a responsible and loving caregiver. I have my bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida with a focus of becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have worked myself up to working with many different families who have children with special needs. I have experience tutoring/daycare...
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Adriana L.


Melbourne, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Adriana :) I am looking for a side hustle. My schedule is extremely flexible and I willing to provide transportation. I have an extensive background working with children from babysitting to being a registered behavior technician (for 7 years) and teaching. I love kids of all ages and am extremely patient. I would...
Hi! I'm Nikki, a fiber artist from Indialantic. I genuinely love to help others. I have ADHD and feel that I understand other neurodivergents. I'd love to help others on the Spectrum thrive in their daily lives.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Melbourne, FL

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.

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

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.

Stacey A.

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 often to parks, beaches, libraries,...

- Care member

Jessica M.

5.0

Helped with extra work around the house

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.1 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Melbourne, FL are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.