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Michelle S.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
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.
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Trustworthy Kind Retired Teacher

Satellite Beach, FL

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$25/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
transportation
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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Miranda M.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Miranda, I am 26 years old and looking for a nannying opportunity in the area. I would love to meet a welcoming and kind family who needs extra support with childcare, housekeeping, transportation, and having some fun, too! I have a few years of experience working with children, ranging from teaching...
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Isis B.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
My name is Isis. I am a patient, caring, and trustworthy caregiver with experience caring for children of all ages, seniors, and family members with special needs. I am trained in First Aid, CPR, Home Health Aide, and Phlebotomy. I worked for over 20 years in the pharmacy field in my home country and am also the author of a...
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Cassidy G.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hey! My name is Cassidy and I'm a college student. I have a golden retriever and enjoy outdoor activities. I have 4 years experience working at a daycare, several years experience as a nanny, and experience with special needs children. I currently work full time as an RBT but looking for extra hours outside of work.
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Marla P.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. With a decade of experience in childcare, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient and calm nature allows me to handle challenging situations with ease, while my creativity and...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Satellite Beach, FL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
My name is Tracy G. I am a 53-year-old mom of 2 adult children. I worked as an Instructional Assistant with students with special needs in elementary, middle, high school and young adults in the public school system for 15 years. I found that working with these amazing students was my calling! I learned so much from the...
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Maria N.'s Photo

Satellite Beach, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My previous babysitting roles ignited my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. For two years, I have provided child care and homemaker services. I have experience with special needs. I'm patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy outdoor sports,...
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Stacie C.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I owned a daycare for 25 years. I had a few special needs children in my care during that time. I also volunteered at a school for Children with disabilities
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Reliable And Loving Caretaker And Tutor

Melbourne, FL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello my name is Stella and I am a responsible and loving caregiver. I have my bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida with a focus of becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have worked myself up to working with many different families who have children with special needs. I have experience tutoring/daycare...
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Diane L.'s Photo

Titusville, FL

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$16/hr
Fun Caring and willing to learn always on time I have experience with all ages. I am looking forward speaking with you
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Special Needs Sitter

Satellite Beach, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
Hi. My name is Tracy. I am 53 years old and have raised 2 boys. I worked for Brevard schools as an assistant with special needs students for 15 years and found that is where my passion lies! Prior to that I earned my early childcare and director certification and worked as both director and teacher in a preschool. I am looking...
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Viktoria R.'s Photo

Satellite Beach, FL

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Hello, my name is Viktoria, I am looking for a job in Front Royal. I have a small amount of special needs experience. I am mostly just a very well experienced nanny.
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Simone W.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
My passion stems from my rewarding experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for supporting families and providing reliable childcare. Recently married, I'm excited about the prospect of having my own children in the future. My approach to childcare is centered around patience, creativity, and...
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Part Time Caregiver Available For Children, Seniors, And Pets. Experienced With Special Needs

Melbourne, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Certified teacher in Florida with certifications in Pre-K-3rd grade all subjects, K-12 exceptional student education, and ESOL K-12. I have been working with children for a total of 10 years across various related fields. My experience has been in babysitting, ESE paraprofessional elementary and middle school age, elementary...
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Special Education Teacher, Tutor, And Carer

Melbourne, FL

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Fun, Engaging, and Evidence based! I'm here to serve you and your family to the best of my abilities!
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Jennifer B.'s Photo

Orlando, FL

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$45/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with hands-on experience caring for sick children and kids with special needs. I focus on making both patients and their families feel heard, supported, and comfortable during difficult times. I'm experienced in managing complex conditions and working closely with care teams to get the best...
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Kylah B.'s Photo

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
My name is Kylah: I'm a responsible and caring sitter with a background in psychology and early childhood development. I have 3+ years of paid experience, plus a lifetime of hands-on care helping raise my three younger siblings. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, have experience with children of all ages (including special needs),...
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Fun Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a behavior analyst with over 25 years working with children to include children with autism. I am a widow and an empty nester looking to help my children pay for college.
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Brianna M.'s Photo

Part-time Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi, I'm Brianna! Here is a little bit about me! I love children and have worked with them my whole life. I have been a nanny for the past 12 years. I have worked with a variety of ages including newborns, children with special needs, and up to five children at one time. I am excellent with newborns and infants. I was a dance...
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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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