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Portland, OR
23 years old
8 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
Right now, my minor in college is Special Education and Rehabilitation. I've studied various special needs and have experience with routine, organization and consistency. I am very creative and flexible. I believe in giving everyone a chance and teaching self-advocacy.... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Deafness, Food Allergies, Speech Delay
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Portland, OR
24 years old
4 years experience
Full-time
$15-$30/hour
I recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a degree in special education. During the three year program, I was placed in four pre-internships in classrooms of students with special needs. I also did my student teaching in a resource room working... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Mental Retardation, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder
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Portland, OR
49 years old
8 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I have been a teacher's assistant in special needs classroom for the past eight years, at the middle school and elementary school levels, and most recently in a pre-K classroom. My experience in pre-K was with children with medical needs, behavior issues, autism,... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy,...
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Lisa C. New!
Portland, OR
26 years old
1 year experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
During high school I volunteered at a day camp for children who suffered from developmental delays and mental illness. During this time, I also volunteered at the Special Olympics. After college I worked as a para-educator for a 20-year-old man who was delayed... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cancer, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation,...
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Portland, OR
48 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$15-$20/hour
I have been working for The Los Angeles School District as regular classroom assistant for a short period of time. After that I became special Ed assistant. I worked for Banneker Special Ed Center, which holds a population of about 400 students with a variety of... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy,...
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Portland, OR
34 years old
8 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
Hi! If you are looking for a competent, educated, creative, gentle caregiver for your child, please read this post. We might be a good match. About me: I am a 34-year-old mother of a wonderful 23-month-old daughter. We would like to provide care together. Currently... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Developmental Delays, Fetal Alcohol...
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Portland, OR
58 years old
1 year experience
Part-time
$15-$25/hour
I am passionate about children and making a difference in their life. I do not have a special needs education or experience, but I am very very patient and love children.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers
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Portland, OR
24 years old
8 years experience
Full-time
$15-$20/hour
I babysat a girl who was mildly autistic for roughly 10 summers beginning when I was 9. I was working three-plus days a week, and am very comfortable with special needs children.
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Food Allergies
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Kristen A. New!
Portland, OR
30 years old
9 years experience
Full-time
$10-$20/hour
I have worked at a group home for emotionally disturbed children ranging from ages 6 - 13.
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Food Allergies, Mental Illness
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Portland, OR
21 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$5-$15/hour
I have been working with kids for many years. In the last few years I have been a nanny for children with special needs. I also have been teaching swim lessons (and gym games) to kids with special needs. I have worked with infants, kids, and the elderly. I am comfortable... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Fetal...
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Portland, OR
21 years old
1 year experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
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... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Asthma, Autism, Cancer, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation,...
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Portland, OR
55 years old
3 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have experience with patients in situations and with disabilities such as: Muscular Dystrophy, Stokes, Quadriplegic, Elderly. I have been involved with raising and training Service Dogs for the physically challenged. Some of our dogs were placed with people... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers, Autism, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Cord Injury, Thyroid Condition
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Portland, OR
24 years old
3 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have worked in Alzheimer's units as a caregiver and med aide over the years. I also grew up with special needs adults and children as family and friends. Now I am a single mother to a child with special needs.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Epilepsy,...
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Portland, OR
32 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I began working with children with special needs during high school as a peer facilitator for three years. It was a wonderful experience, and I continued to work in this field in a range of positions (I have a B.A. in English, but I have always loved this work).... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Celiac, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
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Portland, OR
35 years old
1 year experience
Full-time
$15-$25/hour
I had first hand experience at the age of 19 when my mom was diagnosed with colon cancer and I was involved in her direct care while she was at home. I've also taken care of my grandmother with many different surgeries. My father has also been battling the long... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Diabetes,...
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Portland, OR
23 years old
6 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have worked in group homes for DD/MD homes. I work with individuals with Autism, schizophrenia, Dementia, bi-polar, manic depressive and in, general people who are disabled in any sorts. I have experience with PEG tubes, catheters and chemical dependency problems.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Central Auditory Processing...
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Portland, OR
23 years old
1 year experience
Full-time
$10-$20/hour
I have worked with children with a variety of disabilities. I baby-sat a girl with cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. I also worked at a special ed camp during summer 2007. I worked at Camp Kiwanis and was assigned two campers. One camper was an individual with... More>
Experienced with ages: Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Mental Retardation
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Portland, OR
30 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have been a special needs nanny since high school. I have a college education and have over 10 years of experience in the field. I have dome everything from special needs camps, working in group home settings, to working with special needs in Cincinnati Children's... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
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Michael B. New!
Portland, OR
33 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$10-$20/hour
I worked with an individual with autism for two years. His level of verbal communication was low, but his sensitivity was high. I formed a close relationship with this individual because I was patient and observant enough to recognize his subtle method of relating... More>
Experienced with ages: Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Down Syndrome, Prader Willi
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Portland, OR
49 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$20-$50/hour
I am also doing my PhD. in pre/postnatal/early childhood psychology. I have worked with autistic children some time ago. I have also worked with elderly people who needed care and/or special attention. Mental health challenges are part of my current practice as well.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental...
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Portland, OR
28 years old
6 years experience
Part-time
$15-$15/hour
I have extensive experience working with young children and youth, mostly as a volunteer. My childcare experience includes nannying (extensive experience with ADD, ADHD, bipolar), babysitting, tutoring children with disabilities (volunteer), tutoring elementary... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness
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Portland, OR
24 years old
2 years experience
Full-time
$15-$25/hour
My passions is working with children with special needs. My ultimate goal is to be a learning specialist at an elementary school after I obtain my master's degree. I have worked in various elementary schools with students with special needs, my cousin who has lived... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation
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Portland, OR
26 years old
5 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I have been working for Easter Seals over the summer at their Washington Summer Camp for people from 7 years old, with a wide range of disabilities. While at this camp, my daily duties were: transfers, dressing, showering, feeding (some with g-tubes), catheterizing... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental...
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Portland, OR
33 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$5-$15/hour
I have had the experience to work with children having mild autism, ADD and speech delays. Working with any child requires much patience and love. I consider children to be blessings and I enjoy each and opportunity that is placed with in my path. All though my... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Autism, Speech Delay
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Portland, OR
21 years old
4 years experience
Full-time
$5-$15/hour
I have worked with preschool children that have special needs. These special needs would be behavior problems, autism, bipolar, Down syndrome, retardation and speech. I loved working with these kids. It was a challenge at times but all kids are. We really enjoyed... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Deafness, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
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