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Kirsten P.

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I just moved to the Rockledge/Viera area a few months ago from Washington state to be with my husband who is stationed at the base nearby. I previously worked with a child with cerebral palsy as a night/day nurse doing activities, preparing meals, tidying up the house, and spending...

Li-yun F. says "Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone. "

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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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Part-Time Babysitter

Cocoa, FL

4.8(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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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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Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

Melbourne, FL

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 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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Child Care

Rockledge, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Amy. I have a degree in Social Work and I have taught Infant Child CPR. I have extensive experience with children and babies of all ages and numbers which includes children with special needs. I have worked with a baby from newborn until 2 years old . The position ended when I left the state. Recently , I picked...
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Melbourne, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I provided a safe and nurturing environment for children aged newborn to teenagers. I am extremely close to my 3 grown children. I absolutely love caring for people of all ages. I have also cared for individuals with special needs. I'm a great multitasker, Love nature, all animals & being outdoors . I have experience in...
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Melbourne, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have babysat since I was 13 and nannied full time last summer. I have worked with kids with special needs, carpooled, taken kids to the pool, I love animals. I am one of 7 children so I'm always use to be being around chaotic family life! I have babysat a family of 6 for long term as well! I really enjoy it!
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Cocoa, FL

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$13/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I grew up babysitting and nannying for neighbors, friends, and my own family. My family fostered children ages newborn to 12-year-olds. We adopted four kids all who have various special needs so I have experience working with children who have autism, ADHD and other special needs. I love teaching children to cook and bake, I...
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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
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello my name is Natasha and I'm your caregiver! I have helped raise all 20 children in my family including my sister with special needs and my own two since I was a teenager and I'm 43 now. I know how to make children feel comfortable, content, and happy and enjoy their time with me. All the kids in my family always want to...
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Baby Sitter/ Care Giver Available

Rockledge, FL

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello! I hope I can become your new caregiver! I come from a military family so I have had many baby sitting opportunities growing up, and I was often tasked with baby sitting cousins and younger siblings. I am a special needs mom and am happy to assist other special needs families! I live in Rockledge but I am happy to come to...
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Melbourne, FL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I currently work with 3-year-old special needs kids as of right now at a daycare I have 2 pets, one a dog and other is just a kitten I have the biggest heart ever for children and pets
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Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have a BA in Early Childhood Education and have worked with children for over 20 years. I am a mother of two children and have lots of experience with children of all ages. I have a nurturing approach that is receptive across all ages including children with special needs. I am open to be of service in other aspects of the...
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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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Kirsten P.

Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone.

- Li-yun F.

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...

- Care member

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