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Our date night nanny, and first recommendation to any freind looking for child care. Even offered references to call!

Review for Alexis L H. by Care member

Sydney has been great with my toddlers. She started watching them when they were 2 & 3 and they ask for her all the time. My oldest is…

Review for Sydney O. by Care member

Danielle was an excellent babysitter. She was very active and attentive with my child that had autism. Always had a positive attitude and…

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Special needs caregivers in Patrick AFB, FL

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Alexis L H.


Melbourne, FL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Love Working With Kids, Teaching And Caring.

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With over five years of experience, I am a dedicated caregiver who is certified in CPR and first aid, trained in full CNA protocols, and well-versed in providing in-home companionship to seniors. I specialize in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, offering tutoring services, and providing compassionate care for...
Alexis L can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our date night nanny, and first recommendation to any freind looking for child care. Even offered references to call! "

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Alexandria G.


Melbourne, FL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Lexxie! I have experience working with children of various ages, including those with special needs. I've also worked as a tutor, helping kids with homework and learning activities. I'm patient, dependable, and always focused on creating a safe and positive environment. Whether it's supervising playtime, assisting with...
Alexandria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Special Needs Care

Julie G.


Melbourne, FL

$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

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.

Natasha C.


Melbourne, FL

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Natasha and I'm your caregiver! I have helped raise all 20 children in my family including my sister with special needs and my own two since I was a teenager and I'm 43 now. I know how to make children feel comfortable, content, and happy and enjoy their time with me. All the kids in my family always want to...
Natasha can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Natasha C.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver with 10 Yrs Experience

I have helped raise all the children in my family including my sister with special needs and my cousin. I have two children of my own and I know how to care for children and how to make them happy and enjoy their time with me. All the kids in my family always want to come with me and I love children and have also worked in...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Julie G.


Melbourne, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter Certified Special Education Teacher

I am a married mother of 4 grown children. I have been teaching special education for 22 years in public, private and charter schools. Prior to teaching I was a nanny while in college. I am looking to get out of teaching but still work with children. At home we have 3 dogs, a green winged macaw, 2 ball pythons and a saltwater...
Julie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sydney O.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun, Creative Sitter.

Hello, I absolutely love children and making an impact in their lives. I don't mind helping with basic housework, homework and taking care of pets. I have experience with all ages. I will plan activities for us to do, so they are not bored. I have experience with special needs children as well. I am CPR and first aid Certified.
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great person to deal with and wonderful care of children."

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Danielle W.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Danielle. I am 21 years old, graduated high school in 2022, and I currently am taking real estate classes and have a full time Etsy business. I love working with kids, as I have always been a babysitter or nanny. During high school I did lots of baby sitting and took all childhood development classes where I...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Danielle was an excellent babysitter. She was very active and attentive with my child that had autism. Always had a positive attitude and willing to do whatever to make my kid happy! She was very patient and gentle. Will definitely be keeping contact. "

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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Trained Child Care Provider

3.7

(3)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

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...
Stacey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"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 them, made healthy meals and snacks and even helped potty train all of them. She took them on community outings...

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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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Jessica E.


Rockledge, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a solid and an extremely professional nanny. I have worked for many families over the years so I can provide multiple references. I have 2 sons of my own. I am a proud Air Force wife of 18 years & a volunteer. I specialize in all ages, I am well-versed in special needs & behavioral issues. I have First Aid training, CPR...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We needed Jessica in pinch and were so lucky to have found her. She was extremely professional and went above and beyond to care for my 2 boys. We will definitely use her again."

Janet I.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Zuzanna P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20-24/hr • 20 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

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,...
Zuzanna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Susanna was great! She kept me updated and sent me pictures of my 5 month old throughout the day. I felt very comfortable leaving my son with her and I was glad she has a lot of experience with children. "

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Jessica M.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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 do to help them best."

Bethany F.

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Celia V.


Cocoa, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Trustworthy and compassionate Concierge CNA, looking to provide exceptional care for your loved ones. American Red Cross Honor graduate April 2018, CPR/AED/First Aid Certified. 10+ years of professional experience with private clients. Knowledgeable and experienced with patients with disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS,...
Celia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Celia is an amazing caregiver. She is always looking for ways to help and improve care. She worked with my quadriplegic husband with ALS for over a year. She started as part time and as we needed more care she became full time. She can use a Hoyer Lift and she...

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Margaret S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Full-time Or Part-time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Margaret, and I was a nanny for 5 years. I have experience with everything from; managing the household, light and heavy duty housekeeping, grocery shopping, running errands, pet care, pick up/drop off to and from school, and after school activities. I have worked with children since my senior year of high school,...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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,...
5.0
"Stacey is a natural with children and special needs children. She is also an amazing tutor! She is incredibly respectful and helpful to my family. "

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Anais V.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Big Kid At Heart

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 younger sisters so in regards to life experience I have a good amount of years lol. I'm a very outgoing, patient and yet 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 and down syndrome. I've spent over 6 months volunteering at...
Anais can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anais was a full time nanny for my toddler daughter from November 2021 to March 2023. Our entire family adores her - she is so amazing!! She has a magic touch with children and an amazing disposition that makes her easy to trust, talk to, and motivate kids. She's...

Kelly K.

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Eva K.


Rockledge, FL

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"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 to tears. Incredible hard worker with a huge heart! She has blessed many."

Alexandria H.

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