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- $25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...
Hey there, my name is Andrea (Annie) and I've been in the special education field for about four years in different school districts as an instructional assistant. In Beaverton, I worked for 2. 5 years in a self-contained behavior classroom for kids with ASD, ADHD, trauma, Emotional Disturbance and many other behavior-related...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity.
I started as a teacher's...
Martha P. says "Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister...
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- $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...
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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- $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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- $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...
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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- $15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have non-consecutive experience with clients with CP, mobility issues, stroke, Autism spectrum, ADHD, hearing impaired, and memory issues.
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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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been working with children with special needs for over 20 years and absolutely love it! I am patient, reliable, nurturing, responsible, energetic and creative. I possess an A. S. In Early Childhood Education, a B. S. in Child Development and an M. S. in Special Education. I have extensive training in working with children...
Debora L. says "Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most...
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- $16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a fun and reliable full-time graduate student that is looking for flexible babysitting opportunities on the weekend. I love hanging with kids and I have 3+ years experience working with children with special needs (especially autism). I am currently working on getting my license in speech-language pathology which keeps...
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.
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I am a passionate early childhood educator with 8 years of experience. I've worked with all ages birth-kindergarten and absolutely love what I do. I believe in the power of play and nature based learning and practice positive discipline. It takes a village and as a nanny I feel privileged to be apart of a young family's...
I have nearly 15 years of experience in working with children of all ages and abilities. I worked in a traditional classroom for three years, and had many special needs students, with disabilities ranging from ADD/ADHD and mild/high-functioning autism, to behavior disorders and severe intellectual and developmental disabilities....
When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special...
During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
I grew up with a brother with Aspergers. This taught me early on how to communicate effectively and that not everyone sees the world in the same way. I have also cared for elderly, those with Alzheimer, and those recovering from surgery.
I enjoyed working with the elderly and hearing their stories. Most recently, I have spent...
Former Behavior Therapist Eager To Help Children And Families With Special Needs
Portland, OR
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- $20/hr
6 years experience
I am a mindful and patient caregiver. I enjoy encouraging creativity and nourishing natural skills. I worked as a job coach in an adult vocational school before becoming a Registered Behavior Therapist serving children with special needs. Yoga and meditation are a part of my daily self care routine.
Hello, I'm Cheryl, I'm 43 years old and have a 12 and 8-year-old. I have been working with children for 7 years. I spent 6 years working with pre-schoolers in a special needs school. I have qualifications in positive behavior support, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and DT (Developmental therapy). My oldest child is on the...
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156 special needs child care are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of August 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 4.8
Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Special Needs Child Care in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 156 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
Stephanie Y.
Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically...
- Martha P.
Merrie H.
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...
- Jeanne H.
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