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Stacey A.

Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

Melbourne, FL

3.7(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Kristin K.

Children's Ministry Director 10+ Years Experience Teaching/caring For Children. Love Babies!!!

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Until August 2017, I worked full-time as a Children's Ministry Director for 10+ years (Responsible for babies through 6th Grade), worked at the church for 18 years. I retired to help care for my grandson, who was born 5 1/2 weeks early, so my daughter could finish nursing school and continue to work while doing so. 4 years ago,...

Anri B. says "Kristi was a blessing to our family. She took care of our baby girl from 3-9 months and has a true passion for children. She is kind, dependable, and always...

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Eunice T.

Professional Responsible Trust Worthy Care Giver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
Honest reliable responsible . I like working with children because I love kids . I love teaching them showing them integrity responsibility and about school and how important it is to learn.

Sharon D. says "Eunice is a very caring and loving person. She cared for my 25 yo son with autism as if he were her own. She was reliable, timely, and professional. My...

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Alexis T.

Creative And Fun Sitter Who Loves Nature And Pets

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Lexie. I am looking for part time babysitting work that can continue throughout my doctorate program. I have over a decade of experience working as a caregiver and tutor for children all ages, including those with intellectual disabilities. I am very responsible, driven and great with time management. I am...

Ryan O. says "I hired Lexie to look after my cat while I was away for a weekend and the cat I came home to was so much happier than if I had taken him to a pet lodge away...

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Nancy M.

Loving Babysitter

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
I have been a mom of four children so actually my experience is personal. I have also cared for my two grandchildren. I love children and taking care of them. I am looking for a part time now that my grand kids are going back to school again. I am extra careful with the Covid19 situation that has changed all our lives...

Jocelyn F. says "I would highly recommend Nancy to any parent. She cares for the child, very responsible and careful. My daughter loved spending time with her."

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Maria C.

Professional Childcare Provider

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
Professional Nanny & Early Learning Specialist with 11 years of experience caring for children from newborns to age 11. I bring a warm, structured and developmentally informed approach, creating environments where children feel safe, understood and inspired to learn. I specialize in one-on-one care and tailor each day to the...

David F. says "Maria became a part of our lives back in 2015. She is very kind, loving, trustworthy, dependable, and our girls really enjoyed spending time with her. It...

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Brittany F.

Fun And Energetic Mom Of One!

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello I'm Brittany and I'm a fun mom of a Teenager, and a 6-year-old, I love to listen to music, learn, dance, sing, have fun, watch family movies and swim. I have 10 years of experience and I can help with Swimming Supervision and Crafts.

Sarah G. says "Brittany was wonderful with our son, would definitely recommend her and will be using her again!"

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Makaylen G.

Melbourne, FL

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Makaylen, I am 23, and I would love to work with you! I have many years of experience with children. I have volunteered in a nursery at church. I have also worked as a nanny for a 9-month-old boy until he turned 3 and up until I moved to Florida I was asked to watch him and his siblings on occasion multiple...

Care Member says "She is super sweet and outgoing and will help you with whatever you need from her. Super reliable and prompt on her time "

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Michelle S.

A Little About Me

Melbourne, FL

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
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.

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

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Mercedes E.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hey you! I am currently 18 years old and I super excited to watch after your kids! I have been babysitting since I was 12, but now that I have a car I can do many more things with your kids. I love watching kids take on the world and experience new things, and I am willing to do errands and clean up a little bit around the...

Diana K. says "Mercedes was an awesome babysitter for me! She babysat my child for around 5 years from the moment she was born! She came through whenever I asked and I...

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Berta J.

Sweet And Loving Babysitter

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 41 years of experience as mother, grandmother and Nanny. I am patient, kind, and attentive to the needs of the children in my care. I have the knowledge to keep them entertained and engaged in age-appropriate activities, whether it's playing games, doing crafts, or reading stories. As a nanny I am also an expert at...

Care Member says "Berta was extremely caring and nurturing with my kids. If I hadn’t moved she would still be with us. Anyone who works with her will not be disappointed....

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Jessica M.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Jessica has been a wonderful addition to our home, caring for our child who needs extra patience. She transports, helps with homework and studying,...

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Savannah W.

Part-time Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny/babysitter for the past 12 years. I have worked with all ages. I like to bake, play games, and do art with the kids. I am also willing to clean and cook. I also pet sit and love all types of pets.

Leigh L. says "Savannah is the oldest girl of 5 children, she is patient, loving & very responsible. Savannah likes to cook, draw, is great at cleaning & homework....

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Kaitlin D.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a full time nanny with 12 years experience with many children of various ages ranging from newborn to teenager. I was with my last nanny family for the last five years and I would love to find another family to work for long term if possible! I have a reliable SUV, and a great driving record. I have a passion for working...

Care Member says "Kaitlin has been our full time nanny for 4.5 years, since our youngest was an infant. She has become a part of our family, and outside of regular...

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Alyssa C.

Nanny Of The Year

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
Hi, my name is Alyssa and the experience that I currently have is caring for a family friend's baby that is a 1-year-old - I have been caring for her for 6-8 hours a day whenever I am called and needed since she was 6 months. I also babysit my little cousin and have every summer since she was 6. I have a reliable car and would...

Taylor R. says "Alyssa watched my daughter from 6 months to a year old and she was amazing! My daughter grew fond of her very quickly. She is very nurturing & reliable...

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Child care centers in Melbourne, FL

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Hands On Learning Child Care

2802 Lipscomb St Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Special needs
Academic
+ 3 more
Hands On Learning Child Care Center provides a safe and creative learning environment for working families. Children are our first priority and are treated with care and respect at all times by our trained and licensed staff. We offer flexible hours to fit around your schedule along with smaller group sizes to incorporate a...

Deborah A. says "Happy children, happy teachers."

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7393 - La Petite Academy of Melbourne

8200 DEVEREUX DR MELBOURNE, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Jelly Bean Junction

3115 New York Avenue Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
Jelly Bean Junction Preschool's overall goal is to make high-quality preschool and child care available to all children and to provide families with support and encouragement. Children in our program enjoy healthy meals and snacks, receive excellent care, and build the social and learning skills necessary to succeed in...

Rosa says "My husband and I LOVE Denise and the teachers at Jellybean Junction. They treat children with respect and compassion. My daughter was in the Eagles classroom...

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Loving Child Care

6146 Isla St. Melbourne, FL

I am a loving and safe child care provider located in West Melbourne. I am a Mommy of 5 (3 are off at college). I am a licensed Paramedic who has plenty of experience working in the ER, and the field. I am certified in CPR, Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. (PALS). You can rest assured that...
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Space Coast Early Intervention Center Inc

3790 Dairy Rd Melbourne, FL

Cooperative
Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
+ 2 more
At SCEIC, large classroom spaces, small student to teacher ratios, access to therapists and handicap accessible equipment are integrated to create individualized plans for each child to best fit his/her educational need. Typically developing and gifted students act as Role Models for those with disabilities in their classes and...
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  • 299 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.40/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.5

Recent child care reviews from local parents in Melbourne, FL

Child Care Providers in Melbourne, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 154 reviews of the 299 listed child care providers

Stacey A.

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....

- Care member

Kristin K.

Kristi was a blessing to our family. She took care of our baby girl from 3-9 months and has a true passion for children. She is kind,...

- Anri B.

Eunice T.

Eunice is a very caring and loving person. She cared for my 25 yo son with autism as if he were her own. She was reliable, timely, and...

- Sharon D.

FAQs for finding child care near you in Melbourne, FL

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $18.40 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 260 child care providers near you in Melbourne, FL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Melbourne, FL and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Melbourne, FL that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Melbourne, FL, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Melbourne, FL and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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