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Heidi L.


Cornelius, OR

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Growing up, my mom took care of children with special needs through tri-county respite care. Because of my upbringing, I feel I especially have compassion with those with special needs. I myself, have a special need called dyslexia and have had many challenges.
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Natalee M.


Beaverton, OR

$37-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Occupational Therapist And Experienced Mom

5.0

(5)

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I am a mom of six who are all in school or out of the house. Prior to being home with the kids I was an Occupational Therapist. I have experience in home care, acute care, and rehab. I have worked with seniors, children, and special needs. I am familiar with traumatic brain injury, CVA, Parkinson's, dementia, and a plethora of...
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Adela J.


Beaverton, OR

$40/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

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I have 2 years of experience with my niece who has special needs and working as a special educational assistant at an elementary school. I can help with Housekeeping, organizing, groceries, and Laundry/Folding! I'm not the best with animals other than cats and dogs (not big big dogs). I'm a very talkative person and am quick...
5.0
"We hired Adela to watch over our 4 and 7 year old while we were date night. The kids had great time with her and are already asking when she would come over again. We are new to the states and our 4 years old...

Reviewed by Care member

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Destiny B.


Beaverton, OR

$24-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiving

5.0

(1)

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Hey families! Thank you for taking time to learn about me and in time I look forward to learning about you! I am a career nanny of 5 years, but have been working in a professional childcare setting for 9 years total. I specialize in infants and toddlers (though I do have experience with children up to 12 yrs old) and my...
5.0
"Punctual, attention to detail, wonderful with reading our babies cues. Went above and beyond to help with this new stage of parenting."

Reviewed by Mariah T.

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Christa K.


Beaverton, OR

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

4.3

(9)

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Hello, My name is Christa, I am located in Beaverton, oregon. I am 34 years old. I have 22 years of combined nanny and babysitting experience with multiple children at the same time, and of all age groups and even special needs. I am CPR and FIRST AID certified. Childcare is my passion, I enjoy being around children more than...
5.0
"Christa was outstanding. I needed some last-minute help when my daycare had to close for a few days. She was fantastic with my daughter and will now be at the top of my list for future help."

Reviewed by Jason R.

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Farah A.


Beaverton, OR

$30/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Enthusiastic childcare-oriented Babysitter, motivated college graduate student and bilingual (Arabic/English) with 10+ years background caring for children of all ages in both home and church environments. Driven to inspire and teach children to be respectful, patient and positive. Enjoys being a team player in a diverse working...
5.0
"In few words Farah was amazing & reliable. My kids really loved her."

Reviewed by Peter M.

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Natalee M.


Beaverton, OR

$37-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Occupational Therapist And Experienced Mom

5.0

(7)

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I am a mom of six who are all in school or out of the house. Prior to being home with the kids I was an Occupational Therapist. I have experience in home care, acute care, and rehab. I have worked with seniors, children, and special needs. I am familiar with traumatic brain injury, CVA, Parkinson's, dementia, and a plethora of...
5.0
"Natalee is thoughtful, caring, a great listener and intuitive to others' needs."

Reviewed by Jessica T.

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Farah A.


Beaverton, OR

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Enthusiastic childcare-oriented Babysitter, motivated college graduate student and bilingual (Arabic/English) with 10+ years background caring for children of all ages in both home and church environments. Driven to inspire and teach children to be respectful, patient and positive. Enjoys being a team player in a diverse working...
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Natalee M.


Beaverton, OR

$32-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Occupational Therapist And Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(6)

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*Thank you for your interest, at this time I am fully booked for recurring jobs.* I am a mom of six who are all in school or out of the house. Prior to being home with the kids I was an Occupational Therapist. I have experience in home care, acute care, and rehab. I have worked with seniors, children, and special needs. I am...
5.0
"She is very trustworthy, talented, resourceful, empathetic, and experienced! I would have no hesitation entrusting family members to her care in the future."

Reviewed by Alina H.

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Andrey M.


Hillsboro, OR

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist Looking For Clients

5.0

(3)

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Hi my name is Andrey, and I just joined the care. com platform. After graduating college in 2016 with B. S. in Psychology I spent a number of years working in ABA therapy with children and adults who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have experience with DTT training, complex skill development, behavioral management, motivation...
5.0
"Andrey has been working with our family for couple months. He comes twice a week for 7 hours a day. It was one of the best decisions to hire him to help with my kids. Both of my sons needed a behavioral...

Reviewed by Nadia M.

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Sofia D.


Hillsboro, OR

$15-28/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Helpful Sitter

5.0

(2)

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I recently graduated with a Bachelors in Social science with a minor in Child Family Studies. I have worked with special needs children and kids with disabilities. I have considerable organization skills, and significant ability to multitask. I am creative and energetic, and your child will always be busy. I work as an executive...
5.0
"Sofia is such a kind and loving person. I was so pleased to find someone I can trust and feel comfortable with in my home and with my kids. She goes above and beyond, my kids have never taken to anyone like...

Reviewed by Araya B.

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Callie D.


Beaverton, OR

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Looking For Jobs Every Once In Awhile Involving Babysitting Or Pet Sitting! Very Experienced

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! My name is Callie and I graduated in June 2021 from the University of Oregon with a BA in Journalism-Advertising and am looking to nanny/babysit while I'm in between jobs. I was recently unfortunately affected by company layoffs along with many others right now, but on the bright side, this means I have more time to...
5.0
"Callie was my nanny/babysitter for many years, looking after my two young kids. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and great with my kids (and my dogs)!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Isabel A.


Beaverton, OR

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

4.7

(13)

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Hi I'm Isabel! I am a college student studying criminal justice and psychology. I am from Hawaii! I have lots of experience caring for kids and infants! I have 3 little brothers so I was the babysitter every time I went to visit. I worked for college nanny's and sitters working with infants to older kids. I have experience...
5.0
"Isabelle is a wonderful person, gentle and calm. she is our daughter's nanny since months. She is an amazing nanny, they developed a bond very fast. She taught her new words and motivates her to walk and play....

Reviewed by Care member

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Hannah P.


Beaverton, OR

$24/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Of 7 Years With Special Needs Experience

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 28, 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...
5.0
"Hannah was so great with our kids! She surpassed our expectations with her enthusiasm and reliability looking after several kids and a baby. Fantastic experience; I would definitely hire Hannah again."

Reviewed by Care member

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Sequoia B.


Beaverton, OR

$22-45/hr10 yrs exp

Amazing Nanny with Awesome References Looking for Awesome Family!

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Highly experienced, fun loving, professional nanny. I've worked as a nanny and house manager for over 10 years in the Portland metro area. I have tons of experience with children of all ages but in particular I've grown with one family with a highly functioning special needs child. At this point I can handle anything! As a...
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Jody L.


Hillsboro, OR

$16-22/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual (Spanish), Loving, Patient, And Fun

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Hi there, I am a mother of three kids ages 13, 18, and 21 years old that we have raised to be bilingual in Spanish. I work full time for WIC (Women, Infants, and Children public health program) and now that my own kids don't need me as much, I am looking for opportunities to supplement my income by caring for children which has...
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Angelica C.


Hillsboro, OR

$26-30/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello there, My name is Angelica C. I've been a caregiver for 5 years now. Prior to caregiving I worked for a couple of different positions (Customer service, Grade school, Hospital) in which I learned a lot from! I then transitioned into a caregiver Full-time, I've found that helping those in need is what I'm meant to do/grow...
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Katherine H.


Hillsboro, OR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! I have about 10 years of experience working with kids, teens, and adults who experience disabilities. I have worked as a Job Coach, Personal Support Worker, ABA Therapist, and in after school programs. I am an attentive caregiver who will make sure to engage with the people I am working with. I love music, art, and the...
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Cheyanne L.


Beaverton, OR

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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I have not had to help a lot of special needs people but I would like to start. I love people and everything about them. I can't wait to see how this goes for me! I know I would be a great caregiver for you because I am a very positive, fun, loving and out going person.
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Lexi C.


Beaverton, OR

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/Postpartum Doula Seeking Babies To Care For Overnight

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Seeking a family to care for and grow with long term. *Possible household management.* Caring for children and supporting families has been my career and joy for almost 15 years. I have many years of experience with newborns, premature babies, multiples, special needs babies and adoptive families. I am well versed in sleep...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cornelius, OR

Adela J.

5.0

We hired Adela to watch over our 4 and 7 year old while we were date night. The kids had great time with her and are already asking when she would come over again. We are new to the states and our 4 years old does not speak English at all and Adela had no problem communicating with her. Adela has a...

- Care member

Destiny B.

5.0

Punctual, attention to detail, wonderful with reading our babies cues. Went above and beyond to help with this new stage of parenting.

- Mariah T.

Christa K.

5.0

Christa was outstanding. I needed some last-minute help when my daycare had to close for a few days. She was fantastic with my daughter and will now be at the top of my list for future help.

- Jason R.

Farah A.

5.0

In few words Farah was amazing & reliable. My kids really loved her.

- Peter M.

Natalee M.

5.0

Natalee is a fantastic person! She is capable and intelligent, as well as blessed with the gift of making anyone in her presence feel important and understood. She is comfortable with anyone. Anyone who has Natalee as a caregiver is fortunate indeed.

- Amy S.

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