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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 $17/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Palm Bay, FL

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Sarah S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Kind But Fun Sitting With LPN Degree

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I have worked with children with special needs.. have children myself the 3-month-old baby that would be with me at the job. I can cook clean speak strong English know the area well have a vehicle and a house in a safe neighborhood I'd love to watch them in my home if you are comfortable. I have an LPN degree and have a cna...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madison G.


Palm Bay, FL

$18-22/hr2 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tatiana S.


Palm Bay, FL

$10-15/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, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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

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Alora B.


Palm Bay, FL

$10-20/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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & 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

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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: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Sara P.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Sara, I'm 31 and just settling into Palm Bay from Portland Oregon. I am a compassionate and fun childcare provider with extensive experience caring for children, including those with special needs. As a special needs mother myself, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with nurturing diverse...
Sara can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jill L.


Palm Bay, FL

$16-22/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I love caring for children, elderly, pets, & those with special needs. I look at myself as an extension of a family, not as just a caregiver. I am there to fill a gap when there just isn't enough time in the day. I am honest and trustworthy and love getting to know new people. Family is the most important thing in this world. I...
Jill can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands
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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.

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: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Whitney S.


Melbourne, FL

$25-31/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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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April D.


Melbourne, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available - Last Minute Calls OK

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is April. I have several references available at your request. I am a Certified Nurse Technician, CPR Certified and background checked through Care. com. I have raised two sons and assisted raising my niece and nephews. My experience ranges from newborn, special needs, medically fragile and elderly persons also....
April can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"April is absolutely amazing and I wish we could just keep her all to ourselves. But, because that's not an option right now I'm writing this review to let other families know how wonderful she is. She is fantastic with multiple kids in multiple age ranges and can...

Lori T.

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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 Palm Bay, FL

Whitney S.

5.0

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

- Care member

April D.

5.0

Was able to provide great childcare coverage in a pinch.

- Jeff 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.

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

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Palm Bay, FL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.