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Mellenna A.

Part-Time To Full-Time Nanny, Specialize In Special Needs

Eugene, OR

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Something that makes me stand out is my experience with watching children with disabilities. I have experience with watching children who have autism, food allergies, limited mobility, limited speech and seizures. Thank you for seeing if I am the right fit for your family.

Sofia R. says "She was amazing in the interview I loved her thought and her communication skills also she is committed loves her job and want to work which is rare from...

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Retired Nurse Enjoys Working With Special Needs Children And Seniors

Eugene, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 20+ years working as an RN in many areas. My specialty was emergency room and triage, I also worked within an Alzheimer unit. I have vast personal experience with ADD and autistic children. One grandchild is severe on the spectrum. Respite-date night and part time positions only please.

Care Member says "Theresa watched our 10 month old for an evening while we went up to Portland, and she was absolutely wonderful. She made us feel so comfortable and...

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Making Your Lives As Parents Easier!

Eugene, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
A little about me, I grew up as the oldest of seven children; I have always enjoyed taking care of others. Where my experience differs from other caregivers is 15+ years of experience helping those with physical and mental disabilities. I grew up helping my single-parent mom take care of my younger brother who has mental and...

Alicia Y. says "Mellenna is excellent and I am so lucky to have her help. She is very kind, smart, thoughtful and dependable. She is an excellent communicator and keeps...

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Licensed K-12 Teacher

Eugene, OR

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've taught grades 6-12 and all ability levels. I have experience with special needs and am a patient professional.
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CNA - Experience And Dedication

Eugene, OR

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working for 4 years in an Adult Foster Home taking care of 3 adults with special care and a 104-year-old man. I took care of them with a lot of patience, kindness, affection and professionalism. I have very good references from my last employer and from other people who have hired me to care for their loved ones. I...
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Professional HHCW & FORMER HomeSchooling MOM To KID With AUTISM

Eugene, OR

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a 58-year-old, widowed , non smoking , home health care worker certified through Oregon & also as a Personal Support Worker for the Mental Health & ID/DD community. Though my license is not current , I have taken my C. N. A. as well. I have over 17 years experience in the field and excellent references. I'm cheerful, patient...
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Kind Caretaker

Eugene, OR

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
I don't have experience caring for someone with special needs but I am very open to doing so and genuinely helping in anyway possible. Youth and adult, doesn't matter I will try my best and make it a positive atmosphere.
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Eugene, OR

5.0(0)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'm a very rounded healthcare professional of 25 years. My nursing career started within a hospital environment in rehabilitation primarily with spinal cord injuries. The base of care is hands on of which covers every area of assistance. My background and experience for the past 14 years has been working with many families in...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Eugene, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
12 years experience as a Therapeutic Foster Parent for children and adolescents with range of mental health and behavioral challenges. Experience with Cognitive Delays, Autism, ADHD, Eating disorders, Diabetes Management, Oppositional / Defiant Behavior , Anxiety disorders, OCD
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Special Needs Care Provider

Eugene, OR

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$17/hr
I am an extremely outgoing, adventurous person that chooses to live the unconventional life as a Prius dweller. I'm a former DSP and have worked for multiple organizations (Hills and Dales, ARC, Goodwill) dealing with multiple levels of development/abilities. I am patient, kind, understanding, and empathetic to the entire...
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Eugene, OR

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am currently a student in the University of Oregon Special education program. My hope is to be a teacher in a life skills classroom working with the more complex disabilities. I got my start in this field by working in a transition program. My main role there was to take students (age 18-22) into the community to teach them...
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Fun And Patient Sitter

Eugene, OR

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist who has experience with kids at all stages of development and abilities. I have all the patience in the world and love making any activity as fun as possible!
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Eugene, OR

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Emma. I just moved to Eugene to finish my Bachelors Degree, so I'm looking for some new clients in the area. I've been taking care of people with disabilities for a little over a year. I started caring for people with special needs when my boyfriend's aunt needed a bit more help caring for her daughter with Down...
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Part Time Nanny/tutor Available

Eugene, OR

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$15/hr
I don't have all that much experience with children with special needs, but I do have a lot of experience working with children and people of all backgrounds. In the small amount of experience that I have, it has been working at a summer camp on the Oregon Coast. I was in charge of helping them at meals, and through out the week...
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Eugene, OR

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I always loved caring for children of all needs. I have experience working as a 1:1 staff with a child with autism. I have also worked in direct care for teens with metal illness and behavioral needs for several years. I am passionate about working with children and helping them reach their full potential despite their...
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Caring & Empathetic Caregiver!

Eugene, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 28 years old. I will be attending Pacific University for the graduate Social Work program, with an internship in Dialysis care/ medical social work. I have been an instructional assistant in Special Education classrooms within various age groups, predominantly middle school - high school. I hold...
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Mature And Experienced Caregiver Available

Eugene, OR

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 20+ years of experience caring for children of all ages including a variety of special needs. My experience includes babysitting, nannying, residential therapy, teaching, mentoring, running therapeutic group, tutoring and companionship. I love all kids, but am especially fond of the gifts and challenges of special needs!
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DSP With Solin Sanctuary

Eugene, OR

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I just started as a DSP with Solin Sanctuary this year, and I love the focus on building life skills, positive emotional environments, good communication, and increasing autonomy and self-expression. All of the values from Montessori and other experiential learning environments I've had in my life can really shine in this...
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Eugene, OR

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I am an experienced Direct Support Professional with two years of dedicated service working with disabled children, adults, and seniors. Throughout my career, I have provided compassionate care to clients with a range of needs, including those with cerebral palsy, seizure disorders, intellectual disabilities, and autism. My...
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Eugene, OR

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Experienced assisting children with variety of special needs, learning and developmental delays. Also assisting seniors with visual and auditory impairments, dementia and associated anxieties.
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  • 32 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.73/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 4.7

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Eugene, OR

Special Needs Child Care in Eugene, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 32 listed special needs child care

Mellenna A.

She was amazing in the interview I loved her thought and her communication skills also she is committed loves her job and want to work which...

- Sofia R.

Theresa H.

Theresa watched our 10 month old for an evening while we went up to Portland, and she was absolutely wonderful. She made us feel so...

- Care member

Mellenna A.

Mellenna is excellent and I am so lucky to have her help. She is very kind, smart, thoughtful and dependable. She is an excellent...

- Alicia Y.

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