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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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A Little About Me

Melbourne, FL

4.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
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.

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

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Full Time Fun Loving Nanny

Merritt Island, FL

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello I'm 55I've been happily employed the last 11yrs 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 community...

Care Member says "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....

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Provides Excellent Care For Children Of All Ages

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey! My name is Cassidy and I'm a college student online at Seminole State. I have a golden retriever and enjoy outdoor activities. I have 4 years experience working at a daycare, 3 years experience as a live-in nanny, and experience with special needs children.

Care Member says "Cassidy took care of my 8-month-old daughter (scheduled randomly through this app which I never do) and my only complaint is that our schedules didn’t...

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Merritt Island, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Melbourne, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
My passion stems from my rewarding experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for supporting families and providing reliable childcare. Recently married, I'm excited about the prospect of having my own children in the future. My approach to childcare is centered around patience, creativity, and...
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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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Part-time Caregiver

Patrick AFB, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
personal care
+ 1 more
With over a decade of experience as an LPN, I have had the privilege of caring for individuals with diverse medical and developmental needs. My passion for special needs care stems from a deep commitment to providing compassionate, individualized support to those who require extra attention and advocacy. Whether assisting...
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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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Part-time Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Happy Kids Happy Life

Melbourne, FL

1.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Skylar I live in Port St John and I'm a military wife. I have worked at Crosspoint academy for a year and at childcare center of Destin Baptist before moving back home to Brevard last year. I am safe sleep certified and almost done with my 45 hours of training I have nannies for a mom of three 5 days a week I have...
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Part-time Caregiver/LPN | Breastfeeding Support | Special Education Experience | Doula-in-Training

Patrick AFB, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
With over a decade of experience as an LPN, I have had the privilege of caring for individuals with diverse medical and developmental needs. My passion for special needs care stems from a deep commitment to providing compassionate, individualized support to those who require extra attention and advocacy. Whether assisting...
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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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Reliable Care Giver

Melbourne, FL

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$13/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
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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Merritt Island, FL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Cat and I love kids and have great working with kids for 10-13 years. I have 13 nieces and nephews so I'm always helping out with them. I also have 8 years of working with kids who have special needs at a school district. I am first aide and CPR certified and I am also a certified nurse assistant.
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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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Caring Professional

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced and compassionate childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. My 20 years of experience and education in early childhood development have equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. As a...

Care Member says "Jessica has been a wonderful addition to our home, caring for our child who needs extra patience. She transports, helps with homework and studying,...

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Small Human Whisperer

Merritt Island, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love kids, and the feeling has seemed mutual for as long as I can remember. I took my first childcare course at age 11 and babysat regularly from then until I had little ones of my own. Now that my kids are grown, I'd love to help out with yours. I have long-term experience with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I've also...

Gustav H. says "Sherry did an excellent job taking care of our two-year-old at our wedding. She was amazing and can't express how grateful we were for taking such good...

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Professional Nanny

Rockledge, FL

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a solid and an extremely professional nanny. I have worked for many families over the years so I can provide multiple references. I have 2 sons of my own. I am a proud Air Force wife of 18 years & a volunteer. I specialize in all ages, I am well-versed in special needs & behavioral issues. I have First Aid training, CPR...

Rachel B. says "Jessica is great, her communication is awesome and her love and care for our child was phenomenal. Trustworthy and punctual!!"

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Michelle S.

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

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Kelley W.

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...

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Cassidy G.

Cassidy took care of my 8-month-old daughter (scheduled randomly through this app which I never do) and my only complaint is that our...

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