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Alexandria G.


Melbourne, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi, I'm Lexxie! I have experience working with children of various ages, including those with special needs. I've also worked as a tutor, helping kids with homework and learning activities. I'm patient, dependable, and always focused on creating a safe and positive environment. Whether it's supervising playtime, assisting with...
Alexandria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Kristin O.


Satellite Beach, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I have been a caregiver to a variety of children for many years. I have worked in the school system with developmentally delayed 3 and 4-year-olds as well as educational support to older elementary special needs children. I have worked in two nursery settings for 10 years, as well as a nanny to various families for years at a...

Julie G.


Melbourne, FL

$13-20/hr7 yrs exp

I am a certified special education teacher willing to help care for your special needs child. I have experience with medically fragile premature twins as well.

Natasha C.


Melbourne, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Natasha and I'm your caregiver! I have helped raise all 20 children in my family including my sister with special needs and my own two since I was a teenager and I'm 43 now. I know how to make children feel comfortable, content, and happy and enjoy their time with me. All the kids in my family always want to...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Natasha C.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver with 10 Yrs Experience

I have helped raise all the children in my family including my sister with special needs and my cousin. I have two children of my own and I know how to care for children and how to make them happy and enjoy their time with me. All the kids in my family always want to come with me and I love children and have also worked in...
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Julie G.


Melbourne, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Certified Special Education Teacher

I am a married mother of 4 grown children. I have been teaching special education for 22 years in public, private and charter schools. Prior to teaching I was a nanny while in college. I am looking to get out of teaching but still work with children. At home we have 3 dogs, a green winged macaw, 2 ball pythons and a saltwater...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sydney O.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Creative Sitter.

5.0

(3)

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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sydney was on time, professional, asked many questions and took great care with our child. Highly recommend!"

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

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

3.7

(3)

Hired by 5 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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...

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I have always had a passion to go out of my way and share a moment with people with special needs. I can see and appreciate the special light inside of them and I would be blessed to help care for someone with special needs. While I don't have any paid experience , I have interacted with many people before and although...
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Jessica E.


Rockledge, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a solid and an extremely professional nanny. I have worked for many families over the years so I can provide multiple references. I have 2 sons of my own. I am a proud Air Force wife of 18 years & a volunteer. I specialize in all ages, I am well-versed in special needs & behavioral issues. I have First Aid training, CPR...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We needed Jessica in pinch and were so lucky to have found her. She was extremely professional and went above and beyond to care for my 2 boys. We will definitely use her again."

Janet I.

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Zuzanna P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-24/hr20 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for 20 years, motivated by my love of children and the desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. Parents appreciate my regular updates about their child's day, and I follow their preferred communication method. Whether we're playing outdoor games,...
Zuzanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Susanna was great! She kept me updated and sent me pictures of my 5 month old throughout the day. I felt very comfortable leaving my son with her and I was glad she has a lot of experience with children. "

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Lorraine K.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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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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Celia V.


Cocoa, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Trustworthy and compassionate Concierge CNA, looking to provide exceptional care for your loved ones. American Red Cross Honor graduate April 2018, CPR/AED/First Aid Certified. 10+ years of professional experience with private clients. Knowledgeable and experienced with patients with disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS,...
Celia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Celia took care of our elderly father until he passed away peacefully at home about 2 years ago … she loved him and our family very much and she was amazing as a caregiver …also so professional and managed his healthcare in all aspects of his needs …"

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Margaret S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Full-time Or Part-time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Margaret, and I was a nanny for 5 years. I have experience with everything from; managing the household, light and heavy duty housekeeping, grocery shopping, running errands, pet care, pick up/drop off to and from school, and after school activities. I have worked with children since my senior year of high school,...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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 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...

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anais was a full time nanny for my toddler daughter from November 2021 to March 2023. Our entire family adores her - she is so amazing!! She has a magic touch with children and an amazing disposition that makes her easy to trust, talk to, and motivate kids. She's...

Kelly K.

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Eva K.


Rockledge, FL

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 10 years of babysitting experience. I am Safe Sitter certified, a Certified Nurse Assistant and Emergency First Responder. I have worked in pediatrics with children of all ages and have babysitting experience with babies, young children, preteens and children (and adults) with disabilities, both in a care-giving...
Eva can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Eva is honestly and truly one of the most special humans I have ever met. The way she cares for others is unmatched. Watching her work has brought me to tears. Incredible hard worker with a huge heart! She has blessed many."

Alexandria H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Patrick AFB, FL

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...

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Danielle W.

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.

- Care member

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,...

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Jessica E.

5.0

Jessica is great, her communication is awesome and her love and care for our child was phenomenal. Trustworthy and punctual!!

- Rachel B.

Zuzanna P.

5.0

Zuza is a wonderful and dependable caregiver. She takes great care of my baby and is very professional and efficient with that. As a first time mom, I also learned a lot from her on caring for the baby. I feel safe and secured with her. Zuza also helped me with household chores. She has been a great...

- Care member

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