Log In | Join Now
Hi there!
How would you like to log in?
|
Forgot password?
link
Businesses & Organizations | Help
Post a Job Today!
Get Started
Find a in ZIP   within

> > Portland Special Needs Care

> > > Portland Special Needs Care

Portland Special Needs Care

View availability, experience & hourly rates! Choose from 287 caregivers near you.
Contact caregivers • Check references
Run background checks
Get Started!
Child Care
Special Needs
Tutoring & Lessons
Senior Care
Pet Care
Housekeeping
Care Gigs
Has own transportation Hourly rate Age Last Login
Non-smoker Full/part-time Language Live in/out
Has own transportation Diagnosis Full/part-time Age
Non-smoker Hourly rate Live in/out Language
In Student's Home In Teacher's Home Subject Area Age Last Login
In a Center Online Hourly rate Language
Full/part-time Services Age
Live in or out Last Login
Has own transportation Service for Hourly rate
Non-smoker Last Login
Provides own supplies Provides own equipment Services Hourly Rate
Comfortable with pets Has own transportation Last Login
Services Last Login
Hourly rate Language
To protect the privacy and security of our care providers we do not place them at their exact address on the map.
Carol C.
 
Photo of Carol C.
Portland, OR
63 years old
7 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour

(1 review)
I have been a teacher's aide in moderate to severe classrooms for the past 6 years. The children I have cared for have autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, Mental Retardation or rarer disabilities. I completed a "Childcare in Education " certificate and also... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities, Developmental...
Response: Replies to 84% of messages.
Last Login: Within a month
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 10 miles of Portland.
Hayley T. New!
 
Photo of Hayley T.
Portland, OR
20 years old
0 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
Autism/Down Syndrome: In my HS (Centennial) I took 3 years of working with students in a class named FLS (Functional Living Skills). This is where I helped the student preform everyday tasks such as reading/writing, cleaning up after themselves, proper communication,... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Deafness, Diabetes, Down Syndrome
Response: Replies to 73% of messages.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 5 miles of Portland.
Warren P. New!
 
Photo of Warren P.
Portland, OR
0 years experience
Part-time
$5-$15/hour
Currently, I am studying toward a future in working with children with special needs. I am very dedicated and extremely motivated, and have had experience in working with children and those with special needs in summer camp settings.
Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Response: Replies to 100% of messages.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Portland.
Lynn W.
 
Photo of Lynn W.
Portland, OR
31 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$15-$30/hour

(1 review)
I have been working with children on the autism spectrum as well as other disorders including Fragile X, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Down Syndrome, ADD/ADHD, and Oppositional Defiant Syndrome for over 12 years. I worked at an exclusively special needs school where... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Celiac, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive...
Response: Replies to 76% of messages.
Last Login: Within a month
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 20 miles of Portland.
Rachel C. New!
 
Photo of Rachel C.
Portland, OR
19 years old
1 year experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I've worked in a summer camp and aided in taking care of a girl on the autism spectrum. I am looking to get more experience with children in this area. I've had years of experience babysitting other children, I am in the process of getting First Aid/CPR certification... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome
Response: Replies to 100% of messages.
Last Login: Yesterday
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Portland.
Angie J.
 
Photo of Angie J.
Portland, OR
26 years old
8 years experience
Full-time
$15-$20/hour
I am eager and compassionate to provide consistent care for humans. My experience has been primary with children and teens with autism. Although I have worked with 0-3-year-old that were at risk of developmental disabilities. As well as teens with social delays,... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Central Auditory Processing Disorder,...
Response: Replies to 100% of messages.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Portland, including Salem, Corvallis and West Linn.
Sheryl L.
 
Photo of Sheryl L.
Portland, OR
10 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour
I have worked in supervisory and direct care positions caring for persons with special needs for over 15 years. I am an energetic and creative person who loves interacting with people of all ages. I have raised my special needs with a granddaughter who is on the... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Celiac, Central Auditory Processing Disorder,...
Response: Replies to 100% of messages.
Last Login: Within 2 weeks
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 35 miles of Portland, including Hillsboro and Lake Oswego.
Angela S.
 
Photo of Angela S.
Portland, OR
22 years old
2 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I've worked in adult foster homes and group homes for two years, and have experience supporting people with intensely challenging behaviors. I love spending time with my residents, and strive to provide quality companionship to the people I serve. It is very important... More>
Experienced with ages: Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy,...
Response: Replies to 63% of messages.
Last Login: Within 2 months
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Portland.
Deborah S.
 
Photo of Deborah S.
Portland, OR
59 years old
0 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I love children! I have two grown children and two grandchildren who I have on the weekends. I give lots of love and hugs and laughter. I get to know them, I listen to them, and become their new friend. I haven't had a lot of experience with special needs, but... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Response: Replies to 37% of messages.
Last Login: Within 2 months
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Portland.
Virginia Ann W.
 
Photo of Virginia Ann W.
Portland, OR
30 years old
10 years experience
Full-time
$10-$15/hour

(1 review)
I've enjoyed working within the special needs community for several years. I began my career 11 years ago as a one on one assistant for a young girl with Hurler syndrome. Over the year that I assisted her, I grew very close with her and her family. She was a truly... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen, Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome,...
Response: Replies to 84% of messages.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 30 miles of Portland.
More Portland Special Needs Caregivers (Portland, OR)
See More in ZIP within
Katelynn K.
 
Photo of Katelynn K.
Portland, OR
27 years old
4 years experience
Part-time
$10-$15/hour
I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease at the age of four. That diagnosis was my intro to special needs. I taught piano and coached basketball to three kids who have Autism. I have worked with two other children with ADD and ADHD in Theatre. People were surprised... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Response: Replies to 88% of messages.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 35 miles of Portland.
Stephanie W. New!
 
Photo of Stephanie W.
Portland, OR
25 years old
4 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
I have been surrounded by special children my entire life and absolutely love being a supportive caregiver. I have worked with a variety of special needs- cerebral palsy, nonverbal, dyspraxia, adhd/add, enteral feeding tubes, sensory processing disorder, and many... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities,...
Response: Promised to reply within 1 day.
Last Login: Yesterday
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 20 miles of Portland.
Mandy I. New!
 
Photo of Mandy I.
Portland, OR
22 years old
2 years experience
Part-time
$10-$20/hour
Hi, my name is Mandy. I have cared for children and adults with physical or developmental disabilities. I volunteered and was employed working with developmentally disabled adults. I volunteered in the community center and was employed with the activities board.... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cognitive Disabilities, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
Response: Promised to reply within 2 days.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 10 miles of Portland.
Mariko H. New!
 
Portland, OR
57 years old
8 years experience
Part-time
$15-$20/hour
I have worked for the public schools as a special education teacher including the summer program. I have a Master's in Special Education. I worked for a summer camp and spent a lot of time working as a volunteer in residential setting in England many years ago.... More>
Experienced with ages: Youth, Teen, Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Central Auditory Processing Disorder,...
Response: Promised to reply within 1 day.
Last Login: Within 2 weeks
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 15 miles of Portland.
Deborah K. New!
 
Portland, OR
63 years old
10 years experience
Part-time
$15-$30/hour
I am a retired speech and language pathologist who is currently interested in working part-time with special needs children and adults. I worked for many years with a team of specialists including nurses, doctors, occupational therapists, physical therapists, respiratory... More>
Experienced with ages: Infant, Youth, Teen, Adult, Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Disabilities,...
Response: Replies to 62% of messages.
Last Login: Today
Safety Verifications:
Can provide special needs care within 10 miles of Portland.
Close
Background check on file
All premium members can request background checks (for free) right from caregiver profiles.
  • You'll need this caregiver's permission to view their background check report
  • We recommend that you send a message to this caregiver before requesting access to their check.
  • A background check includes verification of name and, Social Security number, plus a search of state and local criminal records including sex offender registries.
Close
Background check upon request
All premium members can request background checks (for free) right from caregiver profiles.
  • You'll need this caregiver's permission to view their background check report
  • We recommend that you send a message to this caregiver before requesting access to their check.
  • A background check includes verification of name and, Social Security number, plus a search of state and local criminal records including sex offender registries.
Expand Your Search  |  Oregon Special Needs Caregivers  |  All Portland Services and Jobs
More Portland Special Needs Care
College CaregiversSM

Easily connect with current students from a specific college or university to best fit your family's needs

Learn More >

Company

Popular in Special Needs

Change Country

Discover

Care.com does not employ, recommend or endorse any care provider or care seeker nor is it responsible for the conduct of any care provider or care seeker. Care.com provides information and tools to help care seekers and care providers connect and make informed decisions. However, each individual is solely responsible for selecting an appropriate care provider or care seeker for themselves or their families and for complying with all applicable laws in connection with any employment relationship they establish. Care.com does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment or engage in any conduct that requires a professional license.

Care.com and "There for you" are service marks or registered service marks of Care.com, Inc. © 2007-2013 Care.com, Inc. All rights reserved.