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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cocoa Beach, FL

The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Cocoa Beach, FL

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Danielle R.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$16/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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
"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...

Reviewed by Olivia P.

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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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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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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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Gabrielle O.


Cocoa, FL

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter

5.0

(1)

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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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Michelle S.


Melbourne, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me

4.6

(11)

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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.
5.0
"Michelle was wonderful with my son, she played games with him and made colorful drawings of rocket ships. I intend to use Michelle again in the near future!"

Reviewed by Lydia 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

(1)

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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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Kelley W.


Merritt Island, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Fun Loving Nanny

5.0

(21)

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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
"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...

Reviewed by Care member

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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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Diana K.


Melbourne, FL

$20-26/hr

About Me

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Hi there, it's Diana. I grew up in my entire life caring for my little sister, who has down syndrome and was in and out of the hospital her entire life. I have had to end experience with my sister and as well as her down syndrome group as well. I look forward to connecting with you, thank you for your time!
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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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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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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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Debora J.


Melbourne, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

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I have worked with emotional special needs within my family. Have the patience to work within a system to help train according to guidelines. I am a professional only seeking part time 1 to 2 days a week 4 to 6 hours a day. My background is 10+ as a floater in Medical Phlebotomy, spirometries, M. A.,, CPR & AED certified., soon...
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Stella Q.


Melbourne, FL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable And Loving Caretaker And Tutor

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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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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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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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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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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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Genesis R.


Melbourne, FL

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Reliable Care Giver

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My name is Genesis. I am a 32-year-old certified medical assistant. I have 2 wonderful children, one of which is special-needs, so I do have some background in that. I am a smart and trustworthy hard worker who does have availability as soon as I drop the kids off from school all the way until my children need to be picked up. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cocoa Beach, 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.

Michelle S.

5.0

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

- Care member

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

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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