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254 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Portland, OR
Elisa M.
Portland, OR
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Companion Care Type Services To Seniors And Adults With Special Needs.
5.0
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I worked as a Medical Social Worker for years with children and families with special needs, and prior to that as a Mental Health Therapist with both youth and adults. Sudden hearing loss several years ago interrupted my ability to work in my profession, but I'm still a social worker at heart and have maintained my LCSW license...
5.0
"Elisa is a compassionate and knowledgeable caregiver who has made extra effort to connect emotionally with our loved-one needing support. She has been a big help to our family and we feel lucky to have found...
Reviewed by Tina C.
5.0
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Worked for TIRR - Texas Institute for Rehabilitation and Research with brain injury, quadriplegic and stroke patients.
Did research for the University of Texas Health and Science Center in the Pediatric area for 8 years.
Was a CPS Investigator for 12 years and also worked for Adult Protective Services DADS.
Up to date with my...
5.0
"She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for transportation which reduces unexpected surprises."
Reviewed by Sabine P.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a CNA & professional care-giver with over 8 years experience working with individuals with a variety of care needs, from infant to elderly. I have worked as a Nanny for a family with 3 young children, as a care-giver/support-worker for 27 clients through an assisted living agency in London, as...
5.0
"Lauren was a wonderful sitter. She is calm and easy going and gets along great with all ages of kids. My kids loved playing games with her and hanging out just talking. She is very responsible and dependable...
Reviewed by Zoe P.
Gabrielle E.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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I have experience with persons with medical disabilities. Growing up I helped my mother with her tube feedings, pills, oxygen tanks, and shots. I also worked at a home for older folks and helped with their care. I volunteered while I was in school with special needs classes and I had a chance to interact with a variety of...
3.7
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Hello!
I am an experienced SPED educator and engaging caregiver!
I specialize in the care and education of students with ADHD, autism, or other sensory or learning challenges. I have always had an innate ability to connect with children by meeting them where they are at while I work with them.
I utilize dance, art, music,...
5.0
"Annie was amazing with my 2 month old. She was able to come by early in the morning and watch him while my husband and I went to a gym class. She was very punctual and we will definitely be hiring her again!"
Reviewed by Robin F.
5.0
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My brother has been a medical mystery since days after he was born. Prone to seizures & a low white blood cell count, it was a lot for 13-year-old me to process. Later on he was diagnosed with ASD. I was the primary caregiver for him my entire teen life. My mom was a single mother who worked full time. I grew up in a small town,...
5.0
"We were so glad to have Leah's help with our daughter! She did a great job of establishing a rapport with our daughter and our daughter had a great time with her :) Leah did a great job of considering our...
Reviewed by Jeffrey H.
5.0
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I have personal and professional experience working with children who have mild to severe behaior and emotional challenges. I am trained and experienced in diffusing negative behavior and redirecting children to make good choices. I have a good knowledge base on ADHD, ADD, Sensory Integration Disorder, Autism, Aspergers,...
5.0
"Heather is truly an amazing caretaker. She is dependable, sensible, compassionate, kind, intelligent, honest, loyal, and giving. She is easy to communicate with. She has amazingly good judgment. She has...
Reviewed by Gail W.
5.0
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hello! I have experience in preschool-12 education, and high school SPED assistance. being on the spectrum, I value caring for and providing support to youth who are like me! you can count on me to provide compassionate care and emphasis on self expression without limiting your loved one's behavior to any rules (masking). please...
5.0
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My early experience in childcare prepared and enabled me to work not only with the child but their family and medical team in a way that sparked my love for helping all types of families. I have also worked very closely with adults and the elderly with the same or similar conditions and medical needs in order to better provide...
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Alex watch our 13 month old child who takes a while to warm up to people and has a fit when we leave the room. Alex handled it like a pro and in no time our little one was laughing...
Reviewed by Eileen O.
Claire S.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! I have a BA in Psychology and I believe my education has really helped me understand several physical and mental disabilities really well. I am also a naturally empathetic, compassionate, and patient person. I am vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19.
I have family members with autism, mental illness, diabetes, and...
5.0
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Hi, my name is Lori, I have been working with children my whole work- life.
I was a preschool teacher for over 10 years. I enjoyed coming up with fun learning crafts and helping them with their learning, potty training, dressing.
Becoming a mom myself I wanted a flexible schedule. I opened my nanny/babysitting service. I used...
5.0
"Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with new ideas to distract and engage him. Gets his fave foods, etc. Works...
Reviewed by Alisha L.
5.0
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Hello! I have a sister w Down's Syndrome and autism, a brother with schizophrenia, and have many other people in my life who are neurodivergent that I love. I have a caretaker-type personality, and I like to think of myself as compassionate, kind, and helpful. I can also be a lot of fun, especially once I acclimate to new...
5.0
"Bernadette is the best! I’m a disabled senior that needs transport to doctors’ appointments. She helps me get into and out of the car, and at their offices. She also helps me organize things in my home."
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5.0
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Working with special needs children has been a passion of mine since high school. Having a sister on the spectrum lead to to explore the field and find myself working as a lead behavioural tech in a clinical setting. I provided parent support and ran programs with the children in order to help them gain independence in areas...
5.0
"Robin worked for us caring for our 2 children. Our little boy who have PDD (2) and daughter (4). She was compassionate, fun, and reliable."
Reviewed by Terri P.
5.0
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Experience in caring for patients with different ailments. Very dependable and can provide a resume with references.
5.0
"Christina cared for my elderly mom with dementia for an extended period of time. She is professional, smart, caring and capable. She understood my mom’s needs, as well as my needs as I was living with my mom,...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello! My name's Payton and I'm looking for a FT position in Portland, OR. I am currently located in Denver but I will be moving to OR in August!
I have been with my Denver family for 2. 5 years, taking care of 2 littles, now 3- and 1-yr-old.
Since high school I have worked date nights for up to 4 littles at a time. In hs I...
5.0
"My husband and I were so impressed with Payton. We had horrible luck with the first 4/6 interviews from the site being no-shows and were relieved when Payton arrived early. She would have been a great fit for...
Reviewed by Amanda S.
Elena A.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!
4.9
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Hi! I've nannying for over 15 years and have had the pleasure of working long term for several amazing families, with children ranging from new born to teenagers, as well as a family with special needs. When it comes to child care I have experience with it all and feel incredibly comfortable and competent caring for a child and...
5.0
"Elena has been nannying for my 9 and 11 year old daughters since Fall of 2020 and has been amazing! She engages and interacts with the girls and they absolutely love her. She is super dependable and honest...
Reviewed by Jana H.
4.0
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My bio/resume is available upon request. I teach and consult out of my NE Portland studio but I am also willing to commute to your location. I teach private and group piano, guitar and voice lessons. I also provide on-call childcare, respite care and family mentoring and support (with an emphasis on special needs).
5.0
"My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very professional with excellent communication."
Reviewed by John G.
Paige M.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I have a lot of experience working with kids all ages from newborns-middle school, I have a big family with lots of kids around. I have two nephews and one niece ages 3, 5, and 5 I have spent a lot of time caring for them, I've spent nights taking care of them. I have worked with multiple families making sure school work is done...
5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"
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Rosella H.
Portland, OR
$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I've worked with children/young adults for 25+ years. I'm a health, life and mindset coach; majored in developmental psychology, managed daycares, ran after school programs, teach PE at PSU, nannied special needs for families and raised my 2 kids, and helped raise many more. I'm passionate about the work I do and the people I...
5.0
"Rosella has been our only nanny for the past two and a half years, and we have been the LUCKIEST family in the world to be able to have her caring for our kiddos. I can't say enough good things about her. She...
Reviewed by Breanna G.
4.5
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Hi my name is Claire and I live in Portland oregon currently. I am a certified swim instructor and have been babysitting since the age of 12. I love kids and I find Babysitting to be rewarding and enjoyable. I love to draw with kids, go on walks, play games, and sing and dance to music! I primarily do part time babysitting. I...
5.0
"Claire is absolutely wonderful, I only wish she could've taken a permanent position. She is reliable and great with my kiddo. He absolutely adores her and trusts her, as evident during his swim lessons with...
Reviewed by Kathy L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portland, OR
Elisa M.
5.0
Elisa is a compassionate and knowledgeable caregiver who has made extra effort to connect emotionally with our loved-one needing support. She has been a big help to our family and we feel lucky to have found her!
- Tina C.
Olinda R.
5.0
She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for transportation which reduces unexpected surprises.
- Sabine P.
Lauren A.
5.0
Lauren was a wonderful sitter. She is calm and easy going and gets along great with all ages of kids. My kids loved playing games with her and hanging out just talking. She is very responsible and dependable and always punctual. She was flexible with our schedule as well. We miss her!!
- Zoe P.
Beverly B.
5.0
Annie was amazing with my 2 month old. She was able to come by early in the morning and watch him while my husband and I went to a gym class. She was very punctual and we will definitely be hiring her again!
- Robin F.
Leah G.
5.0
We were so glad to have Leah's help with our daughter! She did a great job of establishing a rapport with our daughter and our daughter had a great time with her :) Leah did a great job of considering our daughter's needs and providing a warm and supportive environment. Highly recommended!
- Jeffrey H.
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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 117 reviews of the 254 listed special needs caregivers.