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Gisella C.

Dependable, Trustworthy, Patient And Caring Nanny Seeking A Wonderful Family

Lake Oswego, OR

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I adore spending time with children and have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborns, infants, toddlers, school age and even teenagers) and also have experience caring for children with special needs. I am...

Care Member says "We have loved having Gisella care for our children. She is an expert at infant care and does it with ease but is also so so great with our older boys...

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Sarah H.

Need A Date Night, Respite Provider, Or Weekend Care?

Sherwood, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...

Mary C. says "Great job. Super hard working. Many thanks!"

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Winston M.

Caregiver Available

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...
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Lilyana T.

Beaverton, OR

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience
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...
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Amanda P.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
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!

Care Member says "Amanda was great. Punctual, followed all instructions, was flexible when our plans changed, and our two boys loved having her at the house."

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Courtney C.

Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Newborn Care Specialist, And Postpartum Doula

Lake Oswego, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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 W. says "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...

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Beverly B.

Available, Experienced, SPED Educator

Portland, OR

3.7(1)
from
$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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Kristina H.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Desiree C. says "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...

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Stephanie K.

Perfect Nanny!

Portland, OR

4.1(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 32 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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

Care Member says "She was great with our daughter! "

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Christine M.

Special Education , Childcare, And Pet Sitting

Beaverton, OR

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Barbara R. says "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....

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Raechelle B.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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:)

Ruby T. says "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."

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Beverly B.

Available, Experienced, Fun And Caring, Educator And Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "We’ve used Annie several times and she’s great with our kids. We know she can handle it when they’re extra upset to be left behind. "

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Diana N.

Caring Professional

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)
from
$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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Cierra M.

Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$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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Aydia J.

Part-Time Caregiver

Portland, OR

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...

Alia S. says "Aydia was wonderful taking care of my boys, one nonverbal with autism. I highly recommend her."

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Julia S.

About Me

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
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...

Kelly S. says "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...

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Regann B.

Free Thinking Nurturer

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Nicolas S. says "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...

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Alexis C.

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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Eileen O. says "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...

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Rebekah J.

Quality Care Provider

Newberg, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Jodie F. says "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...

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Georgia M.

Part-time Sitter Available

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs. I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...

Care Member says "Georgia is a gift to parents! And children! She is 100% dependable and excellent with children. I never thought I would love a nanny, but I love Georgia...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Canby, OR

Special Needs Caregivers in Canby, OR are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Gisella C.

We have loved having Gisella care for our children. She is an expert at infant care and does it with ease but is also so so great with our...

- Care member

Sarah H.

Great job. Super hard working. Many thanks!

- Mary C.

Amanda P.

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

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