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Kari J.

Cocoa Beach, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I recently moved to Mooresville and would love to continue my experience with childcare! I fell in love with childcare by being a nanny to my 6-year-old nephew with autism for two years! I am experienced with remote learning! I have a reliable suv! I am patient and will educate, have fun and love your children! I would love...
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Cocoa Beach, FL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Music and dog lover who thinks children are wise and hilarious. New to the area and hoping I can be of assistance to you and your family. I had a nephew with CP who passed away 6 months ago at age 5. He taught me a lot about CP. I have also babysat for children who live with CP and autism. I spent 1 semester helping high-school...
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Reliable And Loving Caretaker And Tutor

Melbourne, FL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello my name is Stella and I am a responsible and loving caregiver. I have my bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida with a focus of becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have worked myself up to working with many different families who have children with special needs. I have experience tutoring/daycare...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
6 years experience
I have worked as a substitute teacher and an instructional assistant with many different types of special needs from Pre-K up through middle school. Working with people with special needs is something that I enjoy. I have a child with high functioning autism.
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Melbourne, FL

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Skylar and I live in Crestview Fl. I have not had direct specific schooling for special needs children but I have professionally worked with kids with disabilities in daycares and in high school. I did the helping hands (buddy program) class where for one period a day I would go hang out with my buddies in the...
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Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey there! My name is Ashley and I have been a caregiver for seven years. I have worked with people of all ages, from developmental and intellectual disabilities to caring for the elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia, to most recently, spinal cord injury. I take pride in my upbeat positive and outgoing personality as well as my...

Jose L. says "We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but...

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Special Needs

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Bethany F. says "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...

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Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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,...

Care Member says "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...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I believe that it is truly important to know who you are inviting into your home and your child's life. That being said, I am a full-time Nanny now for a family in Melbourne, FL. I have been working for them for little over a year now. You are welcome to meet myself and my family any time. You have access to plenty of references...

Janet I. says "Hope to have her again in the future, great person. Extra activities for the boys who loved the three days with Jessy."

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Cocoa, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience working with seniors that have various disabilities, I have worked in Assisted living facilities but prefer the one on one relationship. My experience includes but is not limited to Dementia/Alzheimers, total bed care, medication reminders, light housework, transportation to appointments, meal preparation,...
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Melbourne, FL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
Worked 20 hours a week with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder on daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Collaborated with parents and other caregiver to organize implementation of word games, reading and school-like activities in each daily session...
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Indialantic, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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Babysitter, Nanny, Petsitter, Care For Elderly, Personal Assistant

Indialantic, FL

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$14/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Keeley and I am a business major at Florida Gulf Coast University. I have babysat for 8+ years and have worked with children from newborns to 17! I have a many years experience with special needs children and adults, and have volunteered with Special Olympics. I have also cared for the elderly, some with dementia,...
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Melbourne, FL

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$13/hr
I have worked with an elementary aged child who had autism and schizophrenia. I have also worked with a middle school child with autism and social issues. Those are my 2 main experiences with special care, but I have also have a lot of experience babysitting, serving as a waitress, and working in retail and I currently work...
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Cocoa, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
currently working with children of all ages with autism, helping them build skills through behavioral goals and personalized support. . In addition to my current role, I've worked with respite care agencies supporting individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. That work included job coaching, community...
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Experienced Teacher To Children With Special Needs

Rockledge, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years experience working with students and adults with disabilities, physical and mental, in the classroom as well as in a home environment. I am patient, caring, and a hard worker.
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Melbourne, FL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I love and cherish my clients, and can't wait to work with them The goal is to bring forth the best
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Experienced Sitter and Teacher: Ms Angelina

Titusville, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
I have previously worked in a special needs daycare with children ranging from 8 months to 5 years of age for almost two years. I was an assistant teacher in the pre K room and also a van aide for the school supervising and transporting children to and from home and special trips. I was able to work with many different...
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Karin S. From Nuernberg Germany

Indialantic, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a very reliable, experienced , patient, and creative person who has approximately 18 years of experience caring for special children, from infants to adults. With me, your children will be getting the best care as I am a special needs mom myself and have high expectations for anyone caring for my child, and I'm willing...
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Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I owned a daycare for 25 years. I had a few special needs children in my care during that time. I also volunteered at a school for Children with disabilities
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  • The average post rate is $15.50/hr as of July 2025

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Cocoa Beach, FL

Special Needs Child Care in Cocoa Beach, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 44 listed special needs child care

Ashley K.

We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like...

- Jose L.

Jessica M.

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...

- Bethany F.

Stacey A.

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...

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