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Katherine W.

Merritt Island, FL

from
$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hi there, my name is Katie! I am patient, creative, reliable, and passionate about providing professional and compassionate care to children. My experiences working in children's ministry and in special education have taught me the importance of creating a joyful and peaceful environment for kids of all ages and in all spaces....
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Rachel B.

Caring Sitter

Merritt Island, FL

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I am an experienced nanny/sitter of 4+ years! I am also available and would love to do one-time jobs like date nights as well! I have experience working with families with anywhere between 1 and 4 children. I've worked extensively with elementary school-age children (4-11). I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and have been...
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Carolina T.

Love To Make Kids Smile And Have A Relaxing Time!

Merritt Island, FL

from
$23/hr
6 years experience
Travel
Looking for a responsible, trust worthy, energetic nanny or mothers assistant? Look no further!!! I am 26 years old and the oldest of five children. My siblings are my world and I will love your children like they are my own siblings. I adore children and have worked with lots of them, at church, VBS, and even substitute taught...
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Kaci S.

Merritt Island, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a 23-year-old United States Air Force veteran and Early Childhood Education student looking for nannying/babysitting opportunities. I have been babysitting and volunteering to help with children since the age of 15. I cared for children aged four months-10 years as a childcare worker for two years at a daycare in...
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Maria C.

Professional Childcare Provider

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Professional Nanny with 11+ years of experience caring for children from newborns through age 12. I bring a warm, structured, and development informed approach to childcare, creating environments where children feel safe, understood, and genuinely excited 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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Jenna D.

Patient Loving Nanny!!!

Cocoa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
Hi my name is Jenna! I am currently a nursing student at UCF. I have cared for ages ranging from 1-week-old to 70+ years old (I have worked as a CNA in numerous nursing homes and memory care units). I am very patient, loving, fun and enjoy being outside and active. Caring for children is an absolute passion of mine, I plan on...

Shelly D. says "Jenna is so great with our kids! She relates to them on their level, makes sure our expectations are met as far as discipline and being active on a...

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Renita M.

Satellite Beach, FL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Renita, I hope to be of assistance and blessing to you & your family. I recently moved to Florida from North Carolina and have been loving learning the area here! I am looking for full time or part time work in the meantime! In the past years I've lived out of country for two years, learning to speak Spanish...

Jessica O. says "Renita is a very caring and thoughtful care giver to my 10 month old and 2 year old. She has been very flexible when I've had to work late on short...

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Sarah H.

Nanny At Barksdale AFB

Patrick AFB, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hello Parents, First of all, I would like to commend you for your great bravery in your decision to entrust your beloved child/children under the care of someone other than yourself. I wish you the very best in this journey that is set before you. I can personally say I know how difficult this could be, since I am also a mother...

Courtney E. says "Sarah watched over my 1 year old daughter and 4 year old boy for 6 months. She was always punctual, very trustworthy, and such a blessing to my family....

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Jamie J.

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have worked with children for over 14 years in preschools and daycare with newborns through school age children. I also worked as a nanny for 5 years. I am looking for occasional babysitting jobs or part or full-time during the day as I work as a waitress at night. I love arts and crafts, playing outside, puzzles, reading, you...

Annadale C. says "Jamie has a way with kids. They tend to gravitate towards her. She is a very caring and sensitive person. You'd be making a great choice by hiring her...

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Ana O.

Loving & Patient Professional Caregiver

Satellite Beach, FL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
The greatest form of hospitality is providing care for another's child. I have found my passion and career in this belief over the past 10 years. I began by babysitting and tutoring throughout high school. In college I studied elementary education and developmental psychology while working in a daycare for infants and toddlers....

Care Member says "Ana is very sweet, polite and easy to trust. 100% recommend !! :) "

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Kaiya J.

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hi families, my name is Kaiya! I am a UCF graduate with a psychology degree. My experience with children began when I was young, as my mom has run a licensed in-home daycare since I was a child. This helped me to realize how much I enjoyed working with kids! I also began private childcare on my own as a teen, and since then, I...

Care Member says "Finding Kaiya was such a blessing. She is patient, thoughtful and reliable. She has shown that she is amazing with newborns/infants and always knows the...

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Jane R.

Efficient And Attention To Detail

Cocoa Beach, FL

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Note: at this time, I am not available for nanny positions. I am only available for babysitting jobs. I have an advanced engineering degree and had EMT-B certification for 4 years, but left the field to care for a family member and never really went back. Caring for people is where my heart is, so I always end up back in...

Care Member says "Jane was lovely :) My girls and I loved meeting her. She went above and beyond and we can’t wait for our next booking with her!"

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Elizabeth S.

Reliable Loving Nanny Looking For A Wonderful Family To Join!

Rockledge, FL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
My name is Elizabeth and I'm a mother of four with a currently empty nest. Since all the kids have gone to college and are now off working on their careers, I find myself with time on my hands that I would love doing most: Taking care of children! I love children of all ages as well as pets. My family has had many pets through...

Thomas S. says "Elizabeth has been like a member of our family. She is passionate about her work and always on time. Going above and beyond always looking for the best...

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Samantha P.

Fun, Energetic, And Caring!

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Samantha, and I'm a dedicated, nurturing, and reliable nanny with 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages-from 5months to school-aged kids. I'm a none smoker and comfortable with pets. I help with light house keeping, meal prep, going out to do activities or coming up with fun at home activities.

Erica M. says "Samantha was a fantastic nanny. Reliable and caring"

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Alyssa C.

Nanny Of The Year

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
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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Kirsten P.

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I just moved to the Rockledge/Viera area a few months ago from Washington state to be with my husband who is stationed at the base nearby. I previously worked with a child with cerebral palsy as a night/day nurse doing activities, preparing meals, tidying up the house, and spending...

Li-yun F. says "Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone. "

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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
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 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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Paige B.

Part-time Caregiver

Cocoa Beach, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am 28 years old and currently living in Cocoa Beach, FL, with a ton of experience as a tutor, coach, babysitter, and nanny. My prior experience also includes working at a nursery for 3 years, coaching gymnastics for 5 years, and working as a youth counselor on a cruise ship. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families...

Care Member says "100% would recommend. Paige is great with my children. She is very flexible and I trust her with my kids fully. She has even done an overnight with...

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Ashley K.

Ashley

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey! My name is Ashley. I'm 28 years old and I moved here from New York 10 years ago, and absolutely love Florida! I come from a very large family (5 sisters and 2 brothers!!). I have 15 nieces and nephews.. and counting.. that I had to leave behind in NY. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have experience with infants...

Care Member says "Ashley is outstanding! She always has a bubbly attitude every day! She is not just helpful with the kids, but she also tidies up the house nicely and...

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  • 60 newborn nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.17/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated newborn nannies is 5.0

Recent newborn nanny reviews from local parents in Merritt Island, FL

Newborn Nannies in Merritt Island, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 60 listed newborn nannies

Maria C.

Maria became a part of our lives back in 2015. She is very kind, loving, trustworthy, dependable, and our girls really enjoyed spending time...

- David F.

Jenna D.

Jenna is so great with our kids! She relates to them on their level, makes sure our expectations are met as far as discipline and being...

- Shelly D.

Renita M.

Renita is a very caring and thoughtful care giver to my 10 month old and 2 year old. She has been very flexible when I've had to work late...

- Jessica O.

FAQs for finding a newborn nanny near me in Merritt Island, FL

So, how much is a nanny for a newborn going to cost you? Hiring a newborn nanny in Merritt Island, FL on Care.com will cost an average of $20.17 per hour as of November, 2025. All newborn nannies charge varying rates and these rates can depend on how much experience they have and where you live.

There are 24 newborn nanny profiles you can review for nannies in Merritt Island, FL on Care.com. You can also read 31 for newborn nannies near you.

It’s easy to find a nanny for your newborn with Care.com. You can hire a nanny for newborn babies near you in Merritt Island, FL. Not sure how to interview a nanny for a newborn? Prepare a list of questions in advance so you make sure you learn everything you need about each candidate to make your decision. You may also want to run an independent background check for extra peace of mind.

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