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3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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I am the mother of two girls ages 15 and 21. I currently work in after school program. I previously worked at a local preschool as a teachers aid in the summer of 2020. Prior to that I was a personal support provider for a child with Down syndrome for about 3 years....
Care Member says "Shelagh was a great addition to our family. She played with our 5 yo and took him to the park. She helped us out a lot during a tough time for us. She...
Hi Families, My name is Elizabeth, I'm a Spanish speaker and I have been working with kids for the last 8 years. Last year I finished school and I started working in two different places. 1. It is a company that provides services to autistic children. My youngest client is 2 years old and the oldest is 20 years old. I was a...
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- $16/hr
1 year experience
Hey care. com families! I am a small town mountain girl from Zig Zag, Oregon and I am passionate about snowboarding and spending time in nature. I love to share my zest for life with imaginative young developing brains and ensure holistic health and wellbeing for all under my care. I have been working with young children since...
As a mother of a child with cerebral palsy, I understand each child has specific needs. I taught many students with many different abilities over the years so I have learned a lot as well. I am open to learning about your circumstances and how I can help.
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- $27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi families, I have experience working with children from newborn to 12. I've been working with kids for the past 13 years.
I studied Child Development in the area of special needs. I worked as a Behavior Specialist with autistic children and as a teacher in a movement class. Also, as a Spanish...
Care Member says "Eli has been our nanny for the past 3 years and we are so sad that she’s moving out of town. Eli has been a super star nanny - truly the best we could...
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Natalie, I have been babysitting since I was 13, and have been working in special needs childcare for the past couple of years. I love kids and find that they enjoy my ability to play like a child. I am an artist and will gladly paint with your kiddos for hours if they would like it. I also play the guitar and...
Care Member says "Our kids loved Natalie, she was great with them and most importantly, FUN! She always left the house better than she found it and was willing to do...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mother of 4 and grandmother to 2 sets of twins. I am 64 years old with a great driving record and insurance. I have been working with children of all ages including twins, triplets and special needs for 25 years. My intentions are to help raise children in a warm and nurturing environment where they are free to learn and...
Lora C. says "Cindy has been with our family since the summer of 2021. She joined us when our son was 2 months old and our daughter was 2 yrs. She has been an integral...
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am employed as a preschool teacher/inclusion aid for children with special needs. I began babysitting 6 years ago and have worked with children ranging from age 3 months to 15. Working with children has been my passion since the first time I volunteered at a special needs summer camp, summer of 2009. I also enjoy working with...
Care Member says "Katelyn was amazing! My special needs kiddo loved her and so did I. She was prompt, tidy and helpful beyond the call of duty. Her flexibility led to...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have many years experience babysitting and working with children. I am known for creative crafts and forts! Also being active and always making up silly games. I worked at a daycare during my college years so I am comfortable with a wide range of ages, newborn-early teen. I also was an aid to special need children during...
Catherine M. says "My kids couldn't stop talking about how much fun Alaina was! She has such a great energy and I felt immediately comfortable with her."
I began volunteering at a special needs summer camp in 2009 and fell in love with the special needs community. Since then I began pursuing my degree in special education and I have work with numerous children in the school setting. Also, I have been working as a personal support worker for a young adult with developmental delays...
I have over 9 years of experience working with children with Autism, developmental delay and behavioral challenges as well as 30 years working with kids in general and being a nanny. I am patient, caring, respectful and loving to all. I was a Registered Behavioral Technician in WA state. I love to help families and children in...
Before I moved to San Diego, every summer, I would volunteer at a summer camp for kids with muscular dystrophy. That camp is something that I hold close to my heart. I was able to build relationships that have lasted for years, especially with campers. I have actually had the opportunity to nanny outside of camp. I also have two...
Caring for kids with special needs is one of my absolute passions. One of my close relatives had Down Syndrome and at times, as difficult caring for him may have been it was 100% rewarding. Kids with special needs hold a place in my heart and I want to help them display how bright and beautiful of a person they are. I am also a...
One of my deepest passions, since I was young, probably five or six, had been befriending and helping special needs kids. The idea of making even the smallest part of their day more manageable, brings me so much joy. I understand that the work itself can be hard and frustrating but in the end these kids don't end up getting the...
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- $22/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, nerdy, and kind
I like caring for people with special needs because I find it rewarding. I have been a Direct Support Professional for 6 years and like making a difference in other people's lives.
I'm looking for a job that gives me consistency and allows me to reach my financial...
I am a registered Personal support worker with 6 years of experience working with kids with disabilities. Furthermore, I have an associates degree in Outdoor Leadership and use it to encourage kids to love the outdoors and learn about nature. I am bicultural and I have achieved an exceptional level of proficiency in reading,...
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9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am not currently taking any special needs care requests. Although I have a background in this type of care, I am focusing currently on newborn care. Thank you for understanding
Hello! My name is Kendall. I have been working with kiddos since I was 15. I've helped with special needs at multiple summer camps, swim lessons, and even day care. However in my home life my little brother, is on the autism spectrum, and has ADHD, nonetheless I think he is one of the smartest people I know. I'm currently...
I have been working with children of all ages including twins, triplets and special needs for 19 years. I also have a 16-year-old son who is special needs. My intentions are to help raise children in a warm, nurturing environment where they are free to learn and explore. I'd like to put in more than just babysitting children,...
I am a retired pediatric Occupational Therapist. I worked within a variety of school systems for 25 years. I also earned a teaching credential and taught first and second grades.
I enjoy working with children for their honesty, curiosity, spontaneity, and creativity.
I enjoy anything outdoors, reading, and socializing.
I...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.72/hr as of July 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.4
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Bend, OR
Special Needs Caregivers in Bend, OR are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Shelagh R.
Shelagh was a great addition to our family. She played with our 5 yo and took him to the park. She helped us out a lot during a tough time...
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Elizabeth V.
Eli has been our nanny for the past 3 years and we are so sad that she’s moving out of town. Eli has been a super star nanny - truly the...
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Natalie K.
Our kids loved Natalie, she was great with them and most importantly, FUN! She always left the house better than she found it and was...
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