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Anais V.

Big Kid At Heart

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 10 younger sisters so in regards to life experience I have a good amount of years lol. But I also have a little baby boy of my own. I'm a very outgoing, patient and energetic person. I grew up raising kids younger than I was by the age of 10. I've also babysat children with special needs such as autism, adhd and Down...

Paula A. says "Anais came to help me for one evening. She has a wonderful personality. My daughter immediately loved her. She is calm, soft spoken, cheerful and full of...

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Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I've been a childcare provider for 20 years, motivated by my love of children and the desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. Parents appreciate my regular updates about their child's day, and I follow their preferred communication method. Whether we're playing outdoor games,...

Care Member says "Zuza is a wonderful and dependable caregiver. She takes great care of my baby and is very professional and efficient with that. As a first time mom, I...

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Palm Bay, FL

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
I have always had a passion to go out of my way and share a moment with people with special needs. I can see and appreciate the special light inside of them and I would be blessed to help care for someone with special needs. While I don't have any paid experience , I have interacted with many people before and although...
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Caregiver With Lots Of Patience And A Big Heart!

Satellite Beach, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

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Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Caring, loving, and patient that's how I view myself and if you hire me this the type of person you will get. I like to read, going for walks, doing arts and craft with the people I work with. I am CPR certified and have my own transportation.

Victoria H. says "Emma was on time, soft-natured, great with my 7 month old and 2.5 year old daughters. She followed instructions and was very pleasant to be around. I...

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Satellite Beach, FL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Karin S. From Nuernberg Germany

Indialantic, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a very reliable, experienced , patient, and creative person who has approximately 18 years of experience caring for special children, from infants to adults. With me, your children will be getting the best care as I am a special needs mom myself and have high expectations for anyone caring for my child, and I'm willing...

Anbe M. says "Karin has a heart for the work she does as a caregiver. I believe that Karin would do this work for free - if it meant choosing pay or leaving a client with...

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Palm Bay, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am 22 yrs old, I love photography, writing, adventure, and I love working with kids. I am the oldest of 7 kids in my family. Three of my sibling have a form of special needs. Being the oldest, I have had the responsibility of taking care of my younger siblings. They have given me such a heart for kids. They have taught me From...
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Palm Bay, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am a middle school history teacher at a Christian School. I have experience with special needs kids and also have a sibling with cerebral palsy. Growing up I was the oldest of 6.
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Registered Behavior Tech

Melbourne Beach, FL

from
$17/hr
5 years experience
I am a Registered Behavior Tech looking to care for a child one on one. I have experience working with children with Autism ages 2-6. I have an Early Childhood Associates Degree and I am CPR and first aid certified.
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Palm Bay, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have a little over a year of experience in childcare ranging from newborns and infants to energetic toddlers to young children and teenagers. I was raised in a house of first responders so rest assured that your kids will be watched safely and taken care of in their times of need. I started childcare as a part time babysitter...
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Babysitter, Nanny, Petsitter, Care For Elderly, Personal Assistant

Indialantic, FL

from
$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 Beach, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Carmen, I'm a 25yr old child of God! I'm currently living near Melbourne beach. I would describe myself as caring, kind, & maternal. I like working with kids because I've always had pleasant experiences with them. Caring for children is a big interest & passion of mine. I started working with kids when I was a...
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BRITTANY

Palm Bay, FL

from
$18/hr
7 years experience
I have over 7 years of experience working with special needs children and adults. I love helping anybody accomplish their goals of becoming independent. I am very aware of all disorders and feel comfortable working with anyone older or younger and male or female.
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Palm Bay, FL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Looking to gain experience as a caregiver as I continue my education in the medical field. I am currently a student at USF. I also have plenty of experience with children. I've been babysitting since I was about 10 years old. Starting with family members and branching out to my own babysitting jobs.
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Palm Bay, FL

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$18/hr
I have experience as a CNA in a nursing home environment and as a home health aide. I was a paraprofessional in the public school system working in ESE/autism and VPK. For the past 8 years, I worked with infants through Pre-K children in a daycare. I currently work just a few hours a week with 3 boys -ages 20 months, 4 years,...
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Law Enforcement Officer

Satellite Beach, FL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a retired law enforcement officer of 25 years. I served as a school resource officer for the last 14 years of my career. I've worked with all ages and taught preschool to adults, from Special Needs, traditional to magnet. I'm a certified Rad Kids instructor. I coached soccer, NASP Archery, and taught defensive driving. My...
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Childcare

Palm Bay, FL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi my name is Sandra. My work is childcare. I have 5 plus years of experience. I work with children of all ages. I also have experience with special needs children. I do diaper changes, feeding , homework assignments, laundry and activities and etc. I love to spend time with the whole family and get to know everyone. If you have...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Satellite Beach, FL

from
$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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Palm Bay, FL

from
$20/hr
I have experience caring for people with disabilities. I can adapt to work with any needs they may have while staying calm and patient.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Melbourne, FL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Anais V.

Anais came to help me for one evening. She has a wonderful personality. My daughter immediately loved her. She is calm, soft spoken,...

- Paula A.

Zuzanna P.

Zuza is a wonderful and dependable caregiver. She takes great care of my baby and is very professional and efficient with that. As a first...

- Care member

Carol K.

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...

- Zandrea B.

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