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Kelley W.

Full Time Fun Loving Nanny

Merritt Island, FL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello I'm 55I've been happily employed the last 11yrs as a private nanny in Indiana & Florida. Helping family's full time, overnights , & with date nights . I really enjoy doing arts & crafts , games, puzzles , science experiments, cooking , reading, outside activities, as well finding fun things to do/ explore in the community...

Care Member says "Kelley has been amazing- she is the first person outside of our families that we’ve had watch our son and we could not have ended up with anyone better....

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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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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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Merritt Island, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
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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Eager, Very Good At Multitasking And Working Hard

Merritt Island, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
I have my CPR certification, I'm a certified personal care attendant, and I provide exceptional support and enhance daily lives. Currently a nanny two little girls 1. 5 and 3. Also provide companionship for kids and young adults with specials need and autism, clients with Parkinson's, dementia, a 52 y/o male quadriplegic,...
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Merritt Island, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
companionship
+ 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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A Little About Me

Melbourne, FL

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 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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Baby Sitter/ Care Giver Available

Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I hope I can become your new caregiver! I come from a military family so I have had many baby sitting opportunities growing up, and I was often tasked with baby sitting cousins and younger siblings. I am a special needs mom and am happy to assist other special needs families! I live in Rockledge but I am happy to come to...

Silvia N. says "She was the only person that answered my message, for that thank you!"

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Special Needs Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 6 years of experience in childcare. I just moved to the Rockledge/Viera area a few months ago from Washington state to be with my husband who is stationed at the base nearby. I previously worked with a child with cerebral palsy as a night/day nurse doing activities, preparing meals, tidying up the house, and spending...

Li-yun F. says "Kristen was great with our 3 year old and very attentive :) We would definitely love to hire her again and recommend her to anyone. "

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Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Rockledge, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of babysitting experience. I am Safe Sitter certified, a Certified Nurse Assistant and Emergency First Responder. I have worked in pediatrics with children of all ages and have babysitting experience with babies, young children, preteens and children (and adults) with disabilities, both in a care-giving...

Alexandria H. says "Eva is honestly and truly one of the most special humans I have ever met. The way she cares for others is unmatched. Watching her work has brought me...

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Caregiver With Lots Of Patience And A Big Heart!

Satellite Beach, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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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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Rockledge, FL

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$14/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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Child Care

Rockledge, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 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 which includes children with special needs. I have worked with a baby from newborn until 2 years old . The position ended when I left the state. Recently , I picked...
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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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.
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Trustworthy Kind Retired Teacher

Satellite Beach, FL

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$25/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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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Mom, Caregiver, And Housekeeper

Rockledge, FL

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$18/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as honest, caring, and spontaneous. I like working with kids because they are the future. Nothing better than getting to help raise the future generation. To me kids are such a blessing and I love teaching them, supporting them, and showing them love. I'm looking for a job that will be flexible...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Merritt Island, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Merritt Island, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kelley W.

Kelley has been amazing- she is the first person outside of our families that we’ve had watch our son and we could not have ended up with...

- Care member

Michelle S.

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

- Care member

Melissa S.

She was the only person that answered my message, for that thank you!

- Silvia N.

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