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Elizabeth S.

Palm Bay, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Palm Bay, FL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello. Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a mom of one with so much more love to share! I have experience with special needs children and will love to help you with any child care needs. My daughter spent her early years with a hard focus on early education. I spent two years observing as her therapists worked with her to...
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Palm Bay, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Responsible and energetic babysitter with 3 years of experience caring for children ages 0 to 12 I've maintained cleanliness and organization in common areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for all children. I've also provided support to special needs children by assisting with schoolwork and facilitating their...
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Palm Bay, FL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Samantha and I have always enjoyed working with children. My goal is finding a career that will allow me to do that. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager and currently have 3 years experience as a preschool teacher working with various ages. I have volunteered with special needs children as well as...
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Experienced, Fun And Friendly

Palm Bay, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Sara. My family and I have been living in Florida since 2020. We are originally from NYC. While I lived there I was employed by the NYC Department Of Education for 10 years. I also worked as a PCA to an adult with special needs. I am looking to provide child for a few adays of the week. I am a Mommy to two boys ages...
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Palm Bay, FL

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$13/hr
5 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 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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Fun, Caring, And Responsible

Palm Bay, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am so delighted for the opportunity to lighten the load summertime brings. My name is Samantha and I am a palm bay native who has been a Brevard Public Schools Substitute for 2 years. I have also worked at Pinapple Cove in the 2-year-old class room and have a 3-year-old of my own. Ensuring the wellbeing of all children in a...
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Palm Bay, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Sara, I'm 31 and originally from Oregon. I do not smoke, I have a car, and I have a masters degree in human biology. I work professionally in healthcare researching pancreatic cancer, but my joy is caregiving. I'm a compassionate and fun childcare provider with over a decade of experience including infants...
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Experienced Caregiver Seeking Part Time Work With Elderly, Children, Or Pets.

Palm Bay, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have a CNA and have nursing care facility experience. I have worked with special needs children and VPK in the public school system. Most recently in a daycare with infants through VPK.
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Senior Care Provider

Palm Bay, FL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
I'm very reliable and responsible, . I am experienced with children and elders with special needs such as dementia, Asperger's, ADHD, hypotonia. I'm experienced as a care giver.. I will take good care of your beloved ones.
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Worked For Opuis Senior Care Facility. I Just Retired From Brevard County School May 2024.

Palm Bay, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Conducted recreational activities for elderly and Alzheimer customers. Ran exercise programs. Went room to room and talked to the customers who were room bound. My brother and I have taken care of my elderly parents for the past 10 years. Caring for their hygiene needs, cooking, cleaning, medicine, and appointments. Recently,...

Joseph C. says "Jill is an excellent cook and cleans very well and takes amazing care of my loved one"

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Palm Bay, FL

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Teacher

Palm Bay, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Taught phonics to special needs children at Columbia Elementary for eight years. I retired May 2024 from Brevard County School Board. I would like to continue to work and care for others.
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Caring Professional

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Special Needs

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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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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Melbourne, FL

5.0(0)
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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...
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Indialantic, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...
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Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

Melbourne, FL

3.7(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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...

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Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/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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Melbourne, FL

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.52/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Palm Bay, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Palm Bay, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jill W.

Jill is an excellent cook and cleans very well and takes amazing care of my loved one

- Joseph C.

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...

- Care member

Jessica M.

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...

- Bethany F.

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