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Brandy P.


Cape Canaveral, FL

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

Looking For Special Family That Needs Help.

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Hi everyone, my name is Brandy and I have been working with children and young adults with disabilities since I was about 10. My best friend in middle school was named Stewart. Stewart had CP and loved UTZ plain potato chips. I would spend my lunchtime feeding him happily. My mother taught students on the spectrum and I began...
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Nataya D.


Cape Canaveral, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello

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Hi I'm available for assistance with your special needs individual & I can ensure the most important needs are met when being taken care of.
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Danielle R.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$16/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Danielle. I am currently in college working towards my bachelor's degree in Nursing. I have always loved working with children and that is what I plan to do after I finish my degree. In high school, I volunteered and was later given a job at a daycare center with children from 6 weeks old to 6 years old. I have...
5.0
"Danielle was quick to respond to my messages and my son instantly warmed to her! We'll definitely hire her again, she has a ton of experience and you can tell she likes kids and gets along with them well."

Reviewed by Ruth B.

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Gabrielle O.


Cocoa, FL

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter

5.0

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I'd describe myself as patient, loving, and understanding. In my spare time I enjoy reading, exploring nature and being with family. As the oldest of all my siblings and a lot of cousins, of all ages, my experience and responsibilities with children started at a young age. As did my passion for caring with children of all...
5.0
"We love Gabrielle, she is so sweet! We are moving out of state and are so sad to have to say goodbye. Gabrielle is caring, adventurous, smart and a joy to be around. My son is just under two years old and very...

Reviewed by Kayla R.

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Stephanie R.


Cocoa, FL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced With Special Needs Willing To Do Light Cleaning Of The House And Etc

5.0

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I have worked with special needs for almost 6 yrs and daycare for three and house cleaning for 10 yrs I have worked with elderly as well
5.0
"Stephanie has been excellent with my children. She provides love and care like they are her own. My kids are always asking for her. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Kathryn D.


Merritt Island, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED NANNY AVAILABLE FULL TIME DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN!

5.0

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Hi! I'm Kathy! I am a retired Preschool and Kindergarten teacher with a lifetime of experience in early childhood education. I have been working as a nanny for the past two years. The family I am currently working for will not be getting paid during the government shutdown and therefore, I will be out of work as well. I will be...
5.0
"Kathy is a wonderful caretaker, she has been caring for our two young children (4 and 1 yr old) since November 2023, on a weekly basis. She is extremely responsible and very experienced. She is someone who...

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Kelley W.


Merritt Island, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Fun Loving Nanny

5.0

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Hello I'm 53, I've been happily employed the last 9 yrs as a private nanny in Indiana & Florida. Helping family's full time, overnights , & with date nights . I really enjoy doing arts & crafts , games, puzzles , science experiments, cooking , reading, outside activities, as well finding fun things to do/ explore in the...
5.0
"Miss K. has been excellent with our 18 month baby girl. She is always talking to her and explaining the colors, shapes, and sounds. She is dependable and easy to talk with about expectations. If we have another...

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Victoria C.


Cocoa, FL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

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I currently work for a care.com family part time and can give them as a reference if needed. I love caring for others, putting their needs before my own and I am very compassionate when someone has memory loss or is ill. I have lots of experience taking care of dementia patients and want to make a difference in their quality of...
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Sydney V.


Merritt Island, FL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi there I'm Sydney!! I am a full time college student with a passion for nurturing young minds and creating a safe, engaging environment for children to thrive in. I have 5 years of childcare experience including ages from 3 months old to 14 years old. I have had the privilege of working with families from diverse backgrounds...
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Kari J.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

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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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Brittany B.


Cocoa, FL

$18/hr7 yrs exp

BRITTANY

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I have over 7 years of experience working with special needs children and adults. I love helping anybody accomplish their goals of becoming independent. I am very aware of all disorders and feel comfortable working with anyone older or younger and male or female.
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Renee H.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I spent many years teaching in a home school and daycare center. I have 5 kids of my own including triplets. I've taken care of family members with medical issues and love the elderly . I also have experience worth special needs. I love helping others. Now that my children are grown, I have more time to help others . I'm a...
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Stephanie R.


Cocoa, FL

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 10 plus years of experience in working with children of all ages. I also have experience with working with special needs I did that for seven years. I am CPR and first aide certified. Clean back ground and references in jeans if needed.
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Kelley S.


Merritt Island, FL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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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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Kelley S.


Merritt Island, FL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I worked as a substitute teacher with children of varying exceptionalities for many years in Virginia and Florida. I have worked as an instructional assistant in Brevard County for 5 years. I work well and enjoy working with children with special needs. I do work school hours but have some evenings and weekends open for care.
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Cierra S.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$10-18/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter As Needed

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I love children and pets. I am great with both younger and older children. I have babysat since I was 13 years old and have continued to through the years. I have experience in babysitting children with special needs. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I feel that I am fully capable to handle any situation that is thrown my way...
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Paige H.


Merritt Island, FL

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caretaker Who Brings Fun And Excitement

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I have been babysitting for 18 years. I started professional caretaking (outside of my family) at the age of 19 by providing special needs care pertaining to the following: autism, TBI, seizure disorders, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and more. I am a registered behavior technician and am currently enrolled in a masters...
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Sherry L.


Merritt Island, FL

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Night Nanny & Baby Whisperer

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Though I love kids of all ages, the infant stage is my favorite. There is nothing sweeter to me than a baby's coos or the "milk buzz" on their little faces after a feeding. Fortunately the feeling seems to be mutual; babies and young children take to me. So now that my own children are grown, I've gone back to helping young...
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Kellie E.


Merritt Island, FL

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Eperienced Special Education Teacher & Compassionate Nanny

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With a heart dedicated to fostering growth and nurturing potential, I bring over a decade of enriching experience as a Special Education Teacher coupled with two decades of compassionate care as a trusted nanny. My journey in the realm of education and childcare has been marked by unwavering dedication, profound empathy, and a...
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Renne B.


Merritt Island, FL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Mature Individual Looking To Help Make A Family S Life Easier

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I have CERT. NURES AID experience. Housekeeper and care take for children with and without disabilities . some elder care as well . Basic life support certified. Gramma of 4

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cape Canaveral, FL

Danielle R.

5.0

We love Danielle. She has been amazing from the start. Always on time, doing activities with the kids, and the kids warmed up to her right away. My oldest always asks when she's coming back over. You can tell Danielle loves kids and knows how to care for them!

- Olivia P.

Gabrielle O.

5.0

We love Gabrielle, she is so sweet! We are moving out of state and are so sad to have to say goodbye. Gabrielle is caring, adventurous, smart and a joy to be around. My son is just under two years old and very shy, but he took to Gabrielle right away! I have absolute confidence that she will make...

- Kayla R.

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie has been excellent with my children. She provides love and care like they are her own. My kids are always asking for her.

- Care member

Kathryn D.

5.0

Kathryn was amazing with our 10 month old daughter AND 3 month old puppy for our night out! She kept me updated throughout her time and even sent a sweet note and photo the next day.

- Sammi S.

Kelley W.

5.0

Kelley has been amazing- she is the first person outside of our families that we’ve had watch our son and we could not have ended up with anyone better. I work from home so I get to overhear them playing as I work and it has been such a relief to know that he is having a great time while I get to...

- Care member

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