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Brianna M.

Part-time Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, I'm Brianna! Here is a little bit about me! I love children and have worked with them my whole life. I have been a nanny for the past 12 years. I have worked with a variety of ages including newborns, children with special needs, and up to five children at one time. I am excellent with newborns and infants. I was a dance...
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Melissa G.

10 Years Of Experience Working With Children From 6 Weeks Old - 12 Year Old

Rockledge, FL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
In 2006, I graduated with an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I continued my education in Elementary Education shortly after. I have experience teaching/working with infants to Elementary Age children. I have been a Preschool teacher and a PreKindergarten teacher. I love to read and I love to create age...
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Catherine B.

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as calm, organized, dependable with a strong work ethic. I believe kids learn through experiencing life. I can use my teaching skills to help a family grow, learn, and have a safe, fun, healthy summer. I love working with respectful, loving, kind parents and children who want to experience fun and...
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Emma M.

Love An Up-beat, On The Go Family Looking For Help!!

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! My name is Emma and I am 21 years old. I recently moved to the Palm Bay area in the beginning of the year. I currently am a nanny in Jupiter, FL only 2 days a week with my past family (2 years). Unfortunately the drive back and forth is taking a toll on me and I am wanting to find something a little closer (willing to drive...

Care Member says "She was super helpful and flexible. I had her watch over my two kids, one daughter 7 and one son 2 years old. Have no complaints, my kids loved her and...

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Allison R.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Plenty experience with infants / toddlers I worked with kids 3-4 years I've internship at a day care as a teacher assistant , worked in hospitals I enjoyed working with all ages
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Erin R.

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm currently accepting date night & as needed care clients. Prior to any care arrangements I require a family meet and greet and home tour. I'm vaccinated for covid-19 and recieve yearly flu shots. For the safety of my family I'm unable to care for sick children. I'm a retired military spouse with over 10 years of...

Megan M. says "Erin is the absolute best! We have used her numerous times to watch our baby girl. She has been watching her since she was about 2 months old. We NEVER...

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Katia M.

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Katia and I've been caring for children, from infants to elementary schoolers, the past for four years. I am very energetic, patient, responsible, and loyal. I strive to build a long-term relationship with families and foster a fun, friendly, impactful bond with children. I believe that a nanny or babysitter...

Emily B. says "Katia was amazing! She was super sweet with my 10month old and was in constant communication with me. Would definitely recommend her."

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Kelsie M.

Full Time Caregiver

Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I'm Kelsie. I am a fun, loving, and upbeat nanny who enjoys working with kids. I have experience with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I've worked with kids with Autism, ADHD, and various behavioral issues. I have potty-trained many toddlers and sleep-trained multiple babies. My experience includes working in...

Care Member says "
Kelsie has been much more than a nanny to us—she’s become an invaluable part of our family over the past two years, and it’s difficult to imagine our...

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Diane L.

Confidence In Care

Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
We all need someone we can trust with our loved ones, you can be sure that I have that in my heart also. I have a true love of being with the kids. I worked for the county, the State of Wisconsin and other agencies in our area doing foster care for infants released from the hospital for adoption, children of all ages, and MR...

Lori G. says "The children loved Diane! She was patient and kind. I loved the fact that she helped out last minute and put my mind at ease immediately, after I had two...

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Darcie Q.

I'm Here To Help!

Indialantic, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
My name is Darcie. I am a fun and outgoing person. I absolutely love children. I have over 10 years of experience as a full-time nanny and 30+ years of experience as a babysitter. I am infant and child CPR and First Aid certified. I am looking for evening and weekend babysitting and family assistant jobs in the Melbourne. FL...

Lance C. says "Darcie has been great with our son. She's helped us regularly with childcare for almost a year now. She has an energy about her that our son loves and we...

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Jessica N.

Excelling Your Nanny Expectations!

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
A Magna Cum Laude graduate with my Bachelors in Early/Elementary Childhood Education. Accreditation's: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Language (TESOL) License I'm also licensed with my CPR/AED, First Aid, and PALS Certification. As a childcare provider, I enjoy sharing my love of outdoors and creativity/art with...

Tay L. says "I trust Ms. Jessica with my children and home. Love her sense of humor and the kids LOVE HER! Super knowledgeable and flexible, I would definitely hire her...

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Lindsey T.

Cocoa, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
25 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have worked with children 25 years. The last 13 as a preschool. Prior to teaching I worked as a nanny specializing in infants and toddlers. I love children and enjoy helping families raise fun loving children. I always go the extra mile in my positions. I keep up with fun things for children to do in the area. I am also very...

Care Member says "Lindsey took time to understand and appreciate my son’s unique rhythm and create an environment where he is nurtured, stimulated, and challenged. She is...

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Regina B.

Safe, Fun And Enjoy Educating As We Have Fun Together

Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I've worked with children since I was 12 as a babysitter, teaching in church (infants-teenagers) and helping my cousin set up her daycare in WV. I was a Radiologic Technologist by profession before retirement so I have a medical background. Since then I have been drawn back to working with children, in the daycare profession, as...

Branwen W. says "Regina is a very kind, patient person"

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Sinegugu N.

Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Sinegugu! I'm a warm, reliable nanny with 8+ years of childcare experience caring for infants, toddlers, and youth. Being the oldest sibling, caregiving has always come naturally, and I've built a career I truly love. I hold a Childcare diploma, spent a year as a preschool teacher's assistant, and I'm CPR & First Aid...

Katelin Y. says "We had the absolute pleasure of having Sinegugu as part of our family for a year while she nannied our 3 and 5 year old boys. She was fantastic at taking...

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Sydney H.

Indialantic, FL

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Sydney! I love kids, do well with pets, and love to bake. I'm willing to help with carpooling, light housekeeping and meal prepping if needed. I have been babysitting for 4 years. I recently nannied for a 2-month-old and loved it! I am adult and infant first aid/CPR/aed certified through Red Cross as well! Thanks for...
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Shannon S.

Palm Bay, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi families! My name is Shannon and I am a recent UCF graduate with a degree in early childhood development and education. Beyond my degree I am also CPR certified, and I have nearly six years of professional experience with children between working in a childcare center, nannying, babysitting, and teaching preschool dance...
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Atalaya G.

Palm Bay, FL

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$17/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I am a local mom to 5. My experience includes working in a pre school setting, childcare, and providing therapy to children on the Autism spectrum. I also offer pet sitting, and home cleaning. I currently serve a few local families, and have room to serve more. I am cleared as an approved volunteer through Brevard Public...
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Hannah G.

Titusville, FL

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I began babysitting around the age of 13, worked in nurseries and children's programs through my teen years, nannied part-time at 16, and nannied full-time at 18. At 19, I began full-time at a daycare in pre-K for about 6 months, then transferred to infants and worked full-time for over two years. I babysat frequently in my...
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Bryanna H.

Experienced Baby Sitter Ages Ranged From 7 Months To 13 Years Old. I'm First Aid And CPR Certified.

Titusville, FL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Bryanna. I am currently 24 years old. I am vaccinated. Previously worked at the naval hospital. I have my own car so there are no concerns in regards to transportation. I am CPR & First Aid Certified. I have babysat for around 5 years now. I've watched infants to children 13 years old. Would be willing to...
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Allison C.

Early Childhood Education Professional Seeking Full Time Employment

Indialantic, FL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I've always worked in a more center based setting and am very interested in working with children in a home based setting/a more one on one setting. My family and I recently relocated from Maryland to Florida area. In Maryland I was Assistant Director of a well known childcare center. I have many certifications including Infant...
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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.67/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infants child care is 5.0

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Merritt Island, FL

Infants Child Care in Merritt Island, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care

Emma M.

She was super helpful and flexible. I had her watch over my two kids, one daughter 7 and one son 2 years old. Have no complaints, my kids...

- Care member

Erin R.

Erin is the absolute best! We have used her numerous times to watch our baby girl. She has been watching her since she was about 2 months...

- Megan M.

Katia M.

Katia was amazing! She was super sweet with my 10month old and was in constant communication with me. Would definitely recommend her.

- Emily B.

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Merritt Island, FL

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Merritt Island, FL to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Merritt Island, FL, is $16.67.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Merritt Island, FL by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Merritt Island, FL can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Merritt Island, FL, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Merritt Island, FL, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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