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I am a certified special education teacher willing to help care for your special needs child. I have experience with medically fragile premature twins as well.
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- $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...
I have a 19-year-old son who falls somewhere on the autism spectrum and another son, now 21 years of age, who has severe attention deficit disorder. We raised our boys in a School system where challenges presented themselves daily both academically as well as socially. I am well versed on the demands of raising a special needs...
I have experience working with seniors that have various disabilities, I have worked in Assisted living facilities but prefer the one on one relationship. My experience includes but is not limited to Dementia/Alzheimers, total bed care, medication reminders, light housework, transportation to appointments, meal preparation,...
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- $25/hr
Worked 20 hours a week with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder on daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Collaborated with parents and other caregiver to organize implementation of word games, reading and school-like activities in each daily session...
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 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...
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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I'm an experienced and compassionate childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. My 20 years of experience and education in early childhood development have equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child.
As a...
Care Member says "Jessica has been a wonderful addition to our home, caring for our child who needs extra patience. She transports, helps with homework and studying,...
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- $20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Jessica. I am a retired Special Education teacher. My certifications include a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, certification in Special Education, CDA certification in Early Childhood Education. On top of this, I have my American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification and American Red Cross...
Bethany F. says "She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn what things to...
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- $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...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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!"
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- $13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have babysat since from 10/2005 to present day. I have babysat children ranging from newborn to age of 14. Have experience with special needs children such as diabetics, autistic, ADHD, and bipolar children. I cooked, cleaned, and took care of the children' s physical and emotional needs. I also offer other services other than...
Kiara L. says "I hired Taylor a few times and she was so great with my toddler son. She has always been on time, she's great with following my sons routine, and has...
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- $40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a empty nester mom of 3 ASD young adults. Certified Special education advocate / paralegal through University of San Diego School of Law. I am trained but not certified in OT, ABA, CBT, SLP as well as special diets. Happy to help with homework, home school work, planning, organizing, social skills, field trips, cooking,...
Care Member says "Stacey was a lifesaver for us. She worked with our son and tutored him through his entire year in all of his subjects. She was able to help him with his...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Very experienced empty nest mom of 3 now young adults w/ASD. Experienced & trained to work w/special needs, medical fragile, special diets, allergies, OT & Speech Therapy, ABA, CBT. Can help w/light cooking & cleaning, grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning, home school, crafts, play games, etc. Decades of experience working as...
Care Member says "Stacey is amazing with children. She cared for my three young boys from the age of infant twins and a two year old older toddler brother. She read to...
providing support, fostering inclusion, and enhancing their learning and life skills. Professionals in this field require patience, understanding, someone who is outgoing . I love learning each client needs because they are all different
Hi, I am originally from Colombia. I studied Early Childhood Education at Eastern Florida and have previous experience as a teacher in a religious organization for 4 years. However, I have been working as a caregiver recently. Also, I have been giving private Spanish tutoring to several studentes. I have always loved the smiles...
I started working in 2011 with one oh1 Care for a gentleman who had severe Alzheimer's and I stayed with them until his passing after six years. I continue to work on this field daily as of now.
I have worked in the Special needs for 3 years. My last patients he was Diagnose Autistic late development and he was totally deaf. I did the training that required from state. I can say that it was the most rewarding job I had ever have.
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- $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,...
currently working with children of all ages with autism, helping them build skills through behavioral goals and personalized support. .
In addition to my current role, I've worked with respite care agencies supporting individuals with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. That work included job coaching, community...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.75/hr as of November 2025
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 25 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Karin S.
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...
- Anbe M.
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.
Jessica M.
Jessica has been a wonderful addition to our home, caring for our child who needs extra patience. She transports, helps with homework and...
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