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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Canby, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Canby, OR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a mom of two and work during the week for our local school district as a SPED IA! I have extensive experience working with special needs and medically fragile children and adults as well and would love to support you and your family member! I currently work full time in special education but...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great job. Super hard working. Many thanks!"
Mary C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For over two years I have worked with students with special needs at Portland Public Schools. I have met some of the most tenacious, empathetic, creative and energetic students through this job, and I am committed to providing equitable service and opportunities for people with special needs. I excel at meeting kids where they...
Michaela M.
Sherwood, OR
$17-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years experience, with 3 years of Registered In-home care experience. I provide care for children, elderly, single individuals, and couples. I am also CPR, BLS, and ACLS certified. I graduate college, majoring in Respiratory Therapy. I have many medical professional references and have a great background history. Some...
Lilyana T.
Beaverton, OR
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 19 years of age, I am a cna. I'm very friendly, respectful, cautious, gentle, caring, etc I can go on. I have experience with people with disabilities, Alzheimer, dementia etc. I take my job very seriously. you become part of these peoples life and they depend on you. You also have to analyze the patient, check for any...
Amanda P.
Portland, OR
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age and special needs children. I can help with other household tasks, pets, driving, etc. -- whatever you need!
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was great with my two boys. She was punctual and very communicative. The boys had a wonderful time with her and we would love to have her back!"
Natalie L.
Courtney C.
Lake Oswego, OR
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Newborn Care Specialist, And Postpartum Doula
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a Family Sleep Coach, Newborn Care Specialist, and Postpartum Doula.
A bit about me:
- 4+ years specializing in newborn care and family sleep coaching
- 10 years nanny experience
- Experienced with RIE, Attachment, and Conscious/Gentle Parenting styles
- Skilled in caring for multiples, preemies, specific/special...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Courtney was a miracle worker. We had struggled to get our girls to sleep through the night. We had a tried several techniques and nothing seemed to worked.
Courtney takes a scientific approach backed by sound research, but is also caring, nurturing and really...
Courtney W.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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,...
5.0
"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!"
Robin F.
Kristina H.
Portland, OR
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient and empathetic 30-year-old who has extensive experience working with kids, mainly between the ages of 6 months- 7 years. I have worked in the infant room at a daycare, as a nanny for two young girls, as a distance-learning teacher, a camp volunteer, and as a Registered Behavioral Technician with youth diagnosed...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Krissy is child-centered, patient, kind, and understanding of all of our families needs. Our boys rave about Krissy and all of the creative activities that they get to do with her."
Desiree C.
Danielle M.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CPR, first aid certified. 6 years experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I studied American Sign Language for 3 years. I am an undergraduate student at PSU majoring in Psychology.
Providing compassionate care and engaging, accessible learning to children is my sacred work. I have learned that being...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Danielle has been an amazing caretaker for our ASD kiddo. She started working with us during Covid and has been a great support to all of us over the past couple of years. She's communicative, kind, flexible, fun, firm when needed, and responsible. You'd be lucky...
Chris S.
4.1
(11)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings.
Home w/animals is OK.
* Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered.
Oregon PSW
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We live in Eugene and Stephanie watched our kids when we came up to Portland for an event and needed a sitter. She kept the kids engaged and did the nighttime routine with them."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am currently waiting to take the last few classes or so to get my Oregon SPED credential. My most recent position was with a local school district as a transition paraprofessional. The students were taught job and life skills and worked to gain independence with their goals. I taught an adapted cooking class during this...
5.0
"Christine has started working with my son, she engages him and treats him with respect. He is quickly warming up to her and looks forward to her visits. I am pleased and looking forward to my son and her forming a great relationship."
Barbara R.
Raechelle B.
Portland, OR
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of 3 (20, 17, 11) looking to supplement my income while continuing my medical degree. I have some experience with special needs as well. Looking forward to providing you and your family with excellent worry free care so you can get back to work:)
Raechelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Raechelle is very reliable and detail oriented. She has a knack for un-cluttering small spaces and being organized. She is great with people and animals."
Ruby T.
Beverly B.
Portland, OR
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available, Experienced, Fun And Caring, Educator And Caregiver
5.0
(8)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny specializing in infant care. I am also a newborn expert. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of Portland, where I studied dance and genetics. A Montessori alum, I enjoy promoting experiential learning, encouraging interaction and observation of a student's surroundings. I enjoy...
Beverly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Beverly was available last minute for a family dinner and took care of my 1 and 3 year old with no issues. She made everyone feel at ease and got a fussy baby to sleep without a nighttime nursing. 10/10 would recommend to anyone and look forward to our next...
Laramie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a long time care giver. I specialize in a wide range of activities. Responsibilities are negotiable.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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....
5.0
"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 goals/interests as well as our family's values.
My sister looks forward to every day they get to spend time...
Erica V.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Aydia and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare experience working with three families as full time nanny's with kids of all ages. I primarily focus on and have the most experience with infants and toddlers, I also have experience working with twins and children with special needs. I am trained...
Aydia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aydia and my 8 year old daughter established rapport right away! they had lots of fun together and Aydia was also great with our dog! Aydia was prompt, responsive, friendly and professional. we definitely look forward to having her babysit for us again!"
Alexis O.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Julia, I'm 22 and a design student at Portland State University. I'm very creative at heart and passionate about making art and music. I'm also very interested in science related studies, and have a passion for writing.
I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old- one of my main past experiences involved caring for...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Julia babysat for our 3 children (ages 3-10) for several years. She's always on time, does a great job with the kids, and was very reliable. We love working with her!"
Kelly S.
5.0
(6)
Hello! I have a wonderful background and experience in childcare. I've been working in child care for 10 years. I have expertise in various age groups 6mos-13 years) and as well as working with special needs community. I am CPR and first aid certified, makes me a highly qualified and caring nanny! I would love to help and become...
Regann can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Regann is very caring and hard working. She is dependable and will go out of her way to make sure her clients are taken care of to the best of her ability."
Nicolas S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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 with Alex. Alex's energy with our child was right on what...
Eileen O.
5.0
(3)
If you're looking for a nanny who truly loves kids, can see what needs to be done, is creative, organized, disciplined, and trustworthy, then look no further because that's me I love being a nanny because I am able to build wonderful relationships with the children, and families! I am fun, energetic, reliable, and love being...
Rebekah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have never before known someone as caring, responsible and good with children as Rebekah is. She is the kind of person you dream of to take care of your child. You would hope to find her type, but rarely do. I cannot recommend her enough or say enough good things...
Jodie F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Canby, OR
Sarah H.
5.0
Great job. Super hard working. Many thanks!
- Mary C.
Amanda P.
5.0
Amanda was great. Punctual, followed all instructions, was flexible when our plans changed, and our two boys loved having her at the house.
- Care member
Courtney C.
5.0
Courtney was a miracle worker. We had struggled to get our girls to sleep through the night. We had a tried several techniques and nothing seemed to worked.
Courtney takes a scientific approach backed by sound research, but is also caring, nurturing and really gets to know the children and...
- Courtney W.
Beverly B.
5.0
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!
- Robin F.
Kristina H.
5.0
Krissy is child-centered, patient, kind, and understanding of all of our families needs. Our boys rave about Krissy and all of the creative activities that they get to do with her.
- Desiree C.
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