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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Palm Bay, FL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Palm Bay, FL

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Jennifer N.


Palm Bay, FL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

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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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Madison G.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

College Student Looking For Part Time Work

Hi! I have been watching kids for about 4 years now and have been professionally working for about two and a half. I have worked with infants to school age. I also have experience with hearing impaired and special needs as well. I would love to meet you and get to know your little ones and make a good connection with them and...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Misty F.


Palm Bay, FL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Mom Who Loves Kids And Wants To Help

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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Alora B.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

I am 22 yrs old, I love photography, writing, adventure, and I love working with kids. I am the oldest of 7 kids in my family. Three of my sibling have a form of special needs. Being the oldest, I have had the responsibility of taking care of my younger siblings. They have given me such a heart for kids. They have taught me From...
Alora can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
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Sara M.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr10 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Caressa S.


Palm Bay, FL

$22-24/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter

I have had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from infants and toddlers to those in kindergarten through sixth grade. I have also worked in an elementary school and cared for special needs students. These experiences have given me the confidence to care for a wide range of children. I believe that each child...
Caressa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

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Sara P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr10 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 childcare provider with over a decade of experience including infants...
Sara can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Susan K.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Seeking Part Time Work With Elderly, Children, Or Pets.

I have a CNA and have nursing care facility experience. I have worked with special needs children and VPK in the public school system. Most recently in a daycare with infants through VPK.
Skills:

CNA

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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

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: Dementia, companionship, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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

Special Needs Care

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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
"My daughter loves Whitney. She is punctual. And she is really nice"

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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

Jamie F.

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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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Kapi R.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kapi was punctual even when faced with a major road closure! Kapi spent the day keeping my very active little guy entertained and engaged! We are very new to the island and haven't received our household goods and therefore have very few resources at home right...

Alicia H.

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palm Bay, 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.

Whitney S.

5.0

My daughter loves Whitney. She is punctual. And she is really nice

- Care member

Jessica M.

5.0

Helped with extra work around the house

- Care member

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Palm Bay, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.