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Sherry L.

Night Nanny & Baby Whisperer

Merritt Island, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
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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Child Care

Rockledge, FL

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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
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 including children with special needs. I worked with a baby from newborn until 2 years old . The position ended when I left the state. Recently , I picked up 2...
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My Name Is Triston, Im 20 Years Young And Love To Hell Where I Can!

Merritt Island, FL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as honest, friendly, and responsible I like caring for people with special needs because I myself am a high functioning autistic so I like to help others feel more comfortable with themselves I'm looking for a job that I can help some people understand that everyone is different and special in their...
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Experienced Teacher To Children With Special Needs

Rockledge, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years experience working with students and adults with disabilities, physical and mental, in the classroom as well as in a home environment. I am patient, caring, and a hard worker.
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Special Needs Care

Rockledge, FL

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children of all ages for the past 35 years. I have extensive skills working with neurodiversity children and adults.
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Merritt Island, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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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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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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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
Meal prep
craft assistance
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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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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Experienced Direct Support Professional

Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
9 years of paid professional experience and a lifetime of personal experience caring for varying levels of neurodiverse people. Comfortable with newborns all the way up to end-of-life care. Compassionate, considerate, empathetic, with a strong code of ethics. Hard-working and dedicated employee. Gap in employment reflects...

Laura W. says "We love Heather and were heartbroken when she moved out of state."

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Trustworthy Kind Retired Teacher

Satellite Beach, FL

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$25/hr
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
Hi I am a 49-year-old retired special needs teacher. Still trying to make ends meet as I have a freshman in college and a 1st grader with autism. I am fortunate to have both of my grandmothers still in my life they are both in their 90s. I spent about 6 months caring for my maternal grandmother for 5 hours daily however, she is...
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Melbourne, FL

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
companionship
personal care
+ 1 more
Work a lot with Seniors in an organizational company that I have . Retired from work to Care for my mom for two years who had Parkinson's and a brain tumor, so I have experience in caring for a loved one with special needs. I am reliable and compassionate and would be happy to help your family .
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Melbourne, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
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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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
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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Mental Health/intellectual Disability Specialist

Melbourne, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Residential supervisor for United Cerebral Palsy /Community living and support services (CLASS) I supported 8 residents & supervised 13 staff.
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Hello!

Titusville, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello my name is justin I have two kids of my own one of my sons is special needs and is with me full time. I understand working or doing daily life can become complicated when it comes to having kids, I'm here to help! I grew up in a big home and have had experience with taking care of kids at an early age. I am kind fun and...
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Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cocoa, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Cocoa, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Michelle S.

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

- Care member

Ashley K.

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...

- Jose L.

Heather C.

We love Heather and were heartbroken when she moved out of state.

- Laura W.

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