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The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 8 years
Special needs child care in Happy Valley, OR
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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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Hi families!
My name is Alyssa and I am a nursing student at linfield. I have an associates degree and will graduate with my BSN in 2023. I am currently looking for a part time position ( I am available Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Sunday starting in either January or February 2022. I have experience with Ages newborn-preteen,...
Cynthia C S.
Happy Valley, OR
$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Special Education Teacher With My Master's Degree, Reading Endorsement, And A Swim Instructor
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis. I am a special education teacher working with middle school students in a Structured Learning Center. I am able to tutor, teach swimming, and support families with communication/behavior interventions.
Holly Z.
Happy Valley, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm a mother of 5 mostly grown children, have a degree in Speech Language Pahology and have also taught 1st and 2nd grade in a private school setting for over 12 years. I am looking for part time work; I love serving children and families.
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I'm here to expand my 10 year experience with you!
Part of why I do what I do, is being the main caregiver for my brother at a very young age when he was diagnosed with autism. I ensured to be a healthy part of his development when his school system failed him and allowed him to be left behind and not informing us until it was...
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Hi I been a private caregiver for about 12 years . Working whit patients whit Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer , stroke survivors . Patients whit special needs , cooking , light cleaning and keeping my patients very comfortable. Excelente reference, perfect driving record , fully insurance . And keep update on classes from
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Reanna M.
Happy Valley, OR
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I work in the I/DD field for a non-profit and am looking for some extra hours working with children or folks who experience disabilities. I have worked in the I/DD community for over 10 years and have experience providing supports in the community and in home settings.
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Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am sincerely passionate about children's wellbeing and being an engaged and positive influence in child care. I have certifications for First Aid and CPR. I have experience with all ages of children, newborn through teenage, and caring for multiple children at once. I am...
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"Jasmine has been very timely and has helped me greatly with cleaning tasks/and lifting objects up stairs. She's also very compassionate and caring and I've loved that about her!!!"
Reviewed by Peggy P.
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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...
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"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.
Claire S.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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...
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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,...
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"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.
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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,...
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"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.
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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...
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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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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...
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"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.
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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...
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"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.
Ashley G.
Vancouver, WA
$26-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have cared for animals, children and the elderly for many years and worked in a retirement home and in children care facilities. Then worked in peoples homes for personal care. I also grew up with a disabled sister and became a care helper for her growing up.
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"Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says...
Reviewed by Rob W.
Gabrielle E.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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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...
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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...
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"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.
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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,...
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"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.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Happy Valley, OR
Jasmine H.
5.0
Jasmine has been very timely and has helped me greatly with cleaning tasks/and lifting objects up stairs. She's also very compassionate and caring and I've loved that about her!!!
- Peggy P.
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.
Heather M.
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 exceeded all our hopes and expectations as a caretaker and health advocate for our adult child....
- Gail W.
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.
Lori T.
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 with my crazy schedule.
- Alisha L.