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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...
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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- $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...
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
dementia
companionship
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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...
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...
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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- $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...
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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Nurturing young minds is a true passion of mine. For many years, I've had the joy of working with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am a certified behavior therapist/RBT which I have helped children and adults with ASD, and many other disabilities, and special needs. I'm creative, and always approachable,...
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- $18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
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...
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....
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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- $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
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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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 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!"
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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- $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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- $15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant since January 2012. I graduated nursing school (LPN) in August 2014. I still have to pass state nursing boards. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and special needs children/adults.
I am CPR/First Aid certified, do not smoke and have reliable transportation. I love pets,...
Zandrea B. says "Carol was a huge blessing in our lives! Carol has been watching my 2 boys (3 and 2 year olds) for years now! They absolutely love her and I feel...
I have experience working with children, adults and seniors. My granddaughter is autistic so I have spent many hours with her from birth to her current age of 13 yrs old. I belong to a Specials Needs support group sponsored by my church. I also have participated in vacation bible school for special needs children. I have a lot...
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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!"
With over six years of experience in the education field and growing up with a brother diagnosed with low functioning Autism, I am passionate about empowering students with scaffolded content and instruction that meets their diverse needs and goals. As an adjunct professor at Lynn University, I teach courses on exceptional...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of June 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cocoa, FL
Special Needs Caregivers in Cocoa, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 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.
Jessica E.
Hope to have her again in the future, great person. Extra activities for the boys who loved the three days with Jessy.
- Janet I.
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