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Taylor O.

Part-Time Babysitter

Cocoa, FL

4.8(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have babysat since from 10/2005 to present day. I have babysat children ranging from newborn to age of 14. Have experience with special needs children such as diabetics, autistic, ADHD, and bipolar children. I cooked, cleaned, and took care of the children' s physical and emotional needs. I also offer other services other than...

Kiara L. says "I hired Taylor a few times and she was so great with my toddler son. She has always been on time, she's great with following my sons routine, and has...

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Titusville, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for special needs. I also have recommendation letter.
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Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Karin S. From Nuernberg Germany

Indialantic, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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...

Anbe M. says "Karin has a heart for the work she does as a caregiver. I believe that Karin would do this work for free - if it meant choosing pay or leaving a client with...

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Merritt Island, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 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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Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have 5 years of childcare experience as a volunteer, employee, and as a big cousin taking care of the little people when they needed somebody. Having worked with children of all ages up to 12, some with special needs, I am willing to nanny up to 4 children. I am 23, enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling and chitchatting with...

Care Member says "She was great with the kids and they loved her!"

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Responsible And Caring Babysitter

Cocoa, FL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience babysitting and helping out with housework. I have two younger siblings, including one with special needs and I have assisted with their care. I absolutely love cooking, painting, reading and animals. I'm going to school to study special education/child care. I am able to help out with any...

Sagine D. says "She is a blessing!! She takes sick good care of our daughter."

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Special Needs

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Indialantic, FL

5.0(0)
from
$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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Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of babysitting experience. I am Safe Sitter certified, a Certified Nurse Assistant and Emergency First Responder. I have worked in pediatrics with children of all ages and have babysitting experience with babies, young children, preteens and children (and adults) with disabilities, both in a care-giving...

Alexandria H. says "Eva is honestly and truly one of the most special humans I have ever met. The way she cares for others is unmatched. Watching her work has brought me...

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Melbourne, FL

5.0(0)
from
$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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Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

Melbourne, FL

3.7(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Very experienced empty nest mom of 3 now young adults w/ASD. Experienced & trained to work w/special needs, medical fragile, special diets, allergies, OT & Speech Therapy, ABA, CBT. Can help w/light cooking & cleaning, grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, home school, crafts, play games, etc. Decades of experience working as...

Care Member says "Stacey is amazing with children. She cared for my three young boys from the age of infant twins and a two year old older toddler brother. She read to...

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Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$40/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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Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Mom, Caregiver, And Housekeeper

Rockledge, FL

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as honest, caring, and spontaneous. I like working with kids because they are the future. Nothing better than getting to help raise the future generation. To me kids are such a blessing and I love teaching them, supporting them, and showing them love. I'm looking for a job that will be flexible...
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Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Julia and I'm a student at Florida State University graduating in 2026! I've been caring for children since 14. I have specific experience with infants, premature twins, special needs children, and tutoring. I graduated Valedictorian from my high school. I have my own reliable transportation, am very quick on my...
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Melbourne, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm Melanie B., an active and dependable caregiver with years of nannying experience. I also have 8 months of experience working with children with special needs, and I've supported families as a house manager and housesitter with tasks like scheduling, meal prep, errands, and organization. I attended the U. S. Coast Guard...
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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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Part Time Caregiver, Over 10 yrs Experience and Loved by Many Children, Also Worked in Pediatrics for 8yrs

Melbourne, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have a sister who is one year younger than me who has autism and is also handicap and I helped care for her half my life and because of this I worked with special needs children in Hasbro Hospital as a Medical Assistant for 2yrs and I have a special place in my heart for people with special needs. I'm also a mom of two a 10yr...
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Melbourne, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I started working in 2011 with one oh1 Care for a gentleman who had severe Alzheimer's and I stayed with them until his passing after six years. I continue to work on this field daily as of now.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cocoa Beach, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Cocoa Beach, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Taylor O.

I hired Taylor a few times and she was so great with my toddler son. She has always been on time, she's great with following my sons...

- Kiara L.

Jessica M.

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

- Care member

Karin S.

Karin has a heart for the work she does as a caregiver. I believe that Karin would do this work for free - if it meant choosing pay or...

- Anbe M.

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