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Emily N.

West Linn, OR

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$16/hr
Hello, my names Emily. I am studying music education at western Oregon university. I have experience being in a classroom with students with autism. I have helped out in my dads special ed classroom some students having autism. I may not have a ton of experience but I am a fast learner and happy to work to find what's best for...
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Supporting Your Loved One, And Are You Through Your Life Changes.

West Linn, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience
12 years applied mental health experience, in both individual and group settings. My specialty is focusing on short term, solution-focused, behavioral health care and social interaction. I believe in horticultural therapy, holistic health and empowering individuals in the setting that they're in.
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Caring Professional

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)
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$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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Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
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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RN With Over 30 Years Experience.

Tualatin, OR

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired RN. I have worked with medically fragile children and in hospice for years. Since leaving the work force I have pursued becoming a yoga instructor I have been helping people with feeling better in their health through nutrition and exercise. I am needing a change of pace from corporate America working as a nurse...

Deann H. says "I have known Annette for over 30 years and she is an incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate person. She went into nursing because she wanted a caring...

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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$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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Available, Experienced, SPED Educator

Portland, OR

3.7(1)
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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...

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Care-giver

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)
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$28/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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Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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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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20+ Yrs Childcare Pro | Special Needs Exp | CPR/First Aid Certified

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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I bring over 20 years of childcare experience with infants through pre-teens in both private homes and clinical settings. I also served as an Activities Director in a hospital program for children with special needs, designing structured, therapeutic activities tailored to diverse developmental and behavioral needs. My approach...
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Registered Behavioral Technician

Sherwood, OR

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have personal and professional experience with individuals of all ages on the Autism Spectrum as an ABA Therapist. I also have worked in a mental health clinic where I administered treatment to children and adults with mental and physical challenges. I'm very comfortable and familiar with disabilities and love finding ways to...
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Part-time SPED Caregiver

Sherwood, OR

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with special needs children since I was a child myself, and I liked it so much that I decided to turn it into a career. I am starting the new school year as a special education instructional assistant at Edy Ridge Elementary. Before that I was a SPED instructional assistant at Sherwood Middle School for three...
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Special Needs Caregiver | PSW / DSP Experience

Portland, OR

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Brittaney. I'm a caregiver with PSW and DSP experience supporting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I provide calm, patient, and dependable care focused on routines, safety, companionship, and emotional support. I'm comfortable supporting people with developmental differences, sensory...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Beaverton, OR

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
I have worked one on one with campers at Mount Hood Kiwanis Camp, as a camp counselor, which provided me with valuable, hands-on experience in working with individuals with disabilities. I treated the campers with respect and compassion while encouraging their independence to foster their own abilities. I assisted young adults...
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I Care Giver

Lake Oswego, OR

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Special needs available. I care and have beautiful references. I come from a family of 11. We get along beautifully and all are successful and kind. I would love to care for your family member.
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Portland, OR

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher and school counselor. I also raised a diabetic child while working full time. I know and fully appreciate what a huge job parenting is. I am a "senior" and I know that sometimes all we need is a helping hand to do those errands or get transportation to/from an appointment or outing. I am here and would be...
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Part Time Caregiver For Special Need Patients

Portland, OR

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Special Need people are special people for me. Because they are vulnerable, I like working with them to make them feel independent, loved and cared for. It is a very special area that needs a lot of patience/compassion. I have worked with a lot of them and still have some of them as my friends till present even though I no...
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Special Education Instructional Assistant

Tualatin, OR

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$15/hr
I recently got one step closer to my goal of working with children with special needs, I just got a job as a SpEd IA in a high school which means I work with kids with IEPS, other special needs, autism, etc. But I also actively babysit/teach a 4. 5-year-old with autism so my experience varies plenty! My brother grew up with many...
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Full-Time Assistance For Youth With Special Needs

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have been caring for children for 8 years. I have had childcare experience in friends' homes, through the services of Portland Nanny, at Vivian Olum Child Development Center in Eugene, OR, and at a Shelter for abused women and children in Cape Town, South Africa. The majority of my experience is with infants and preschoolers,...
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Oregon City, OR

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I am a former Special Education Teacher, now working as a DSP (Direct Support Professional), supporting a teen with ASD and PDA. I have experience with many other disabilities and am comfortable caring for children and young adults of any age.
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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.

Annette C.

I have known Annette for over 30 years and she is an incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate person. She went into nursing because she...

- Deann H.

Kelly M.

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...

- Emily S.

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