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Madelyn K.

Clackamas, OR

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm Maddy. I'd describe my personality as patient, kind, and willing to adapt. I like caring for people with special needs because they all have such complex and big personalities. They know how to really enjoy life and always remind you to make the most of everything. I'm looking for a job that is challenging but...
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Hannah P.

Babysitter Of 7 Years With Special Needs Experience

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 30, and have been working with children for over a decade now. Most of my experience has been working with neurodivergent children. I have gained a lot of experience through working as a nanny, a behavioral therapist, a classroom aide, and a preschool teacher. I graduated from George Fox University...

Care Member says "Hannah was so great with our kids! She surpassed our expectations with her enthusiasm and reliability looking after several kids and a baby. Fantastic...

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Lori T.

Career Nanny

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
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...

Alisha L. says "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...

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Winston M.

Caregiver Available

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
For over two years I have worked with students with special needs at Portland Public Schools. I have met some of the most tenacious, empathetic, creative and energetic students through this job, and I am committed to providing equitable service and opportunities for people with special needs. I excel at meeting kids where they...
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Olinda R.

Worked As An Assistant

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Sabine P. says "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...

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Ana N.

Special Needs Child Care

Gresham, OR

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Gisselle I'm a care giver and kids lover, in the past 6 years I moved to Bay Area from my country El Salvador were a worked in my sister's Day Care as a teacher and teaches assistant and management for over 9 years, we had many kids with some special need, personally I worked with them and enjoyed them all. yes...
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Gabrielle E.

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Heather M.

Experience with Emotional and Behavioral Challenges

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience
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,...

Gail W. says "Heather is truly an amazing caretaker. She is dependable, sensible, compassionate, kind, intelligent, honest, loyal, and giving. She is easy to communicate...

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Kelly M.

Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've work as a teacher for over 5 years and with children for over 10 years. have experience with individuals ages 5-30 in a range of different needs. I consider myself responsible, professional, creative, and fun! I love to engage with individuals in different ways and settings to truly make sure we all have a great time!...

Emily S. says "I have never met a more creative, PATIENT, and committed individual. I worked along side Ms. Mahoney for a little over 2 years in the special education...

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Erika S.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
My name is Erika and I love taking care of and supporting people. Right now I work in a home supporting 3 individuals with mental conditions and it definitely gets tough sometimes but I can't think of a more rewarding job! I'm looking for new experiences with different people. I've found that I'm great with children and adults.

Christian C. says "She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members."

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Claire S.

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Beverly B.

Available, Experienced, SPED Educator

Portland, OR

3.7(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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,...

Robin F. says "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...

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Diana N.

Caring Professional

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a long time care giver. I specialize in a wide range of activities. Responsibilities are negotiable.
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Alexis C.

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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Eileen O. says "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...

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Shaleena F.

Gresham, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Shaleena. I was a CNA for 8 years and now an LPN for the last 17 years. I would love to assist specially who have with special needs.

Care Member says "Shaleena cared for my bed bound sister. Her knowledge and experience made a big difference in my sister's quality of life. Shaleena liaisoned with the...

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Brooke O.

Respite Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
My oldest brother has Down Syndrome and I have been his caretaker for almost 5 years now. We work on his sign language, verbal communication and hygiene habits. He is a light in my life, and I am so passionate about helping improve his quality of life, along with being a best friend and support. I have worked in the school...

Betsy O. says "Brooke is amazing! She loves working with children and has a heart of gold. She is very reliable and dependable. She has a lot of experience in childcare...

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Kari L.

Care-giver

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Besides raising special needs children I have owned and operated care homes where I have blessed and been blessed in many aspects.
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Cierra M.

Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there. I like to think of myself as more of a "go with the flow" type of Provider. My focus is simply to provide a peaceful and safe environment, whatever that may mean for the individual. I have 8 years of professional experience, 3 years specializing in adult special needs. 5 years specializing in children's special needs....

Erica V. says "Cierra is a welcome addition to our caregiving team for my sister. She is a calm, caring, and reliable person and took the time to understand my sister's...

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Merrie H.

Speech-Pathologist Willing You Give Personalized Tutoring!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hey there! I can not wait to meet you! I love working with children who need a lot of extra attention related to learning! I am very patient and would love the opportunity to work more individually with a family during this odd time. I can not promise how long I'll be available, but if the connection is right, I would be willing...

Jeanne H. says "Merrie did an evaluation of my elderly father who had challenges with swallowing. She was so patient with him and respectful of his need to share stories...

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Amy L.

Child Care And SPECIAL NEEDS TOO

Portland, OR

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked with special needs for 6 years, caregiving overall for 7. I raised my own children, tutored, and babysat children including special needs children. I am a grandmotherly type who just enjoys kids being kids and seeing what we can accomplish in a day, learning, guidance.
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Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Clackamas, OR

Special Needs Child Care in Clackamas, OR are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Hannah P.

Hannah was so great with our kids! She surpassed our expectations with her enthusiasm and reliability looking after several kids and a baby....

- Care member

Lori T.

Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with...

- Alisha L.

Olinda R.

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...

- Sabine P.

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