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Professional Special Needs Worker

Rockledge, FL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Amy and I live in Rockledge. I have a degree in Social Work. I have worked for 25 years with Children through Seniors with a wide range of Developmental Disabilities. In addition I taught infant/ child and adult CPR and First Aid . I enjoy crafts and outdoor activities. I am caring , patient and flexible with my...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked in the emergency and non emergency medical field. My children as they were growing up, and I volunteered with an equine therapy program for children and young adults with special needs. For almost two years, my 13-year-old daughter and I have been visiting, caring for, and taking on outings, a wonderful woman in a...
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Eperienced Special Education Teacher & Compassionate Nanny

Merritt Island, FL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
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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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver | Autism & ADHD Support | Structured, Calm, Reliable

Rockledge, FL

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I'm a reliable, patient caregiver with hands-on experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, and speech delays. I'm especially comfortable caring for children who do best with structure, routine, and a calm, understanding approach. As a parent of a neurodivergent child, I understand firsthand how...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have worked emergency and non emergency health care. I was also an army medic. Mom to 6 wonderful children and grandbaby #10 due in October 2026. For about 4 months now I have been visiting, caring for and taking on outings a wonderful lady in a Memory Care facility. I have experience with special needs children and adults as...
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Rockledge, FL

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I am Ellie and I have worked at a summer camp for a few weeks out of each summer for the past three years! I enjoy working with kids because it is a lot of fun! I have experience babysitting children 2-6 years old and some experience with newborns. I have some experience caring for special needs children. I have the Red...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Cape Canaveral, FL

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$13/hr
Hi, I'm Chandler! I'm new to St Pete from Illinois! I am caring, compassionate and trustworthy! I would like to start with infants with autism spectrum. I have tons of experience due to my cousin being on the extreme spectrum. I understand boundaries and know it's important to follow children's instinct but also guide them in a...
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Caregiver

Merritt Island, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
Hello. My name is Katie. I have experience in the healthcare field. I have my own car and insurance. I'm will to help with any special needs or errands. I have my degree in physical therapy and nursing aid certification. I have open availability. Please contact me soon.
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Experienced Mother And Substitute Teacher Seeks Part-Time Babysitting, Or Nanny Position

Merritt Island, FL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
As a substitute teacher, I have had many opportunities to work with children with special needs and/or physical handicaps. I have worked with children who are doing the regular classroom work, but need some extra help. I have also worked with children who have their own individual curriculum that I follow. Additionally, I have a...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
British Nanny with 30 years plus International experience, from premature newborns to 18-year-old, including special needs. Globally travelled and trained with experience in five countries, including clean driving licenses in each country. USA and British citizen and passport holder. Non-smoker, fully CPR and first-aid up to...
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Reliable Babysitter | Calm, Engaged & Routine-Focused Care

Rockledge, FL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm a dependable, patient babysitter with experience caring for infants, children, and pre-teens. I provide calm, attentive care and do best with children who benefit from structure, consistency, and a steady presence. I focus on keeping children safe, engaged, and supported, whether that's playtime, homework help, meals, or...
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Rockledge, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Amy. I have a degree in Social Work, and have taught Infant, child CPR. I have over 15 years of experience with Infants and children of all ages and numbers, including children with special needs. I have a clean driving record, and experience transporting children. I enjoy swimming, crafts, and outdoor activities....
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Special Needs Provider

Merritt Island, FL

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$18/hr
7 years experience
I have my PTA degree and Registered Behavioral Technician license. My schedule is open. Please contact me through text or calling.
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The Help You Need

Rockledge, FL

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$5/hr
1 year experience
I used to work for a company called Freedom Adult Foster Care Company. While working there I had a couple of clients. One was an autistic gentleman in his early 20's. Another was a woman in a wheelchair with speaking difficulties in her 50's. The last one was a mildly autistic boy at about 8 years old. So I have had many...
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Mature Individual Looking To Help Make A Family S Life Easier

Merritt Island, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
I have CERT. NURES AID experience. Housekeeper and care take for children with and without disabilities . some elder care as well . Basic life support certified. Gramma of 4
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Titusville, FL

5.0(0)
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$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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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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Titusville, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
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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Patrick AFB, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is my passion, sparked by years of positive babysitting experiences. I have 17 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, and I'm comfortable with multiple children. My college degree and Early Child Development coursework have provided me with a strong foundation in...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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