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Afkari Z.

Gladstone, OR

from
$17/hr
I'm an open minded person, so I'll be able to learn fast and adapt quickly to the help you guys need I can also help with transportation.
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Courtney C.

Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Newborn Care Specialist, And Postpartum Doula

Lake Oswego, OR

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 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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Kristina H.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 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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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 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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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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Braeden D.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Braeden! I am a care professional who has been providing services privately and via agencies for 10 years. I have experience working in in-home care, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice environments and am comfortable providing care ranging anywhere from companionship to end-of-life...

Care Member says "For 4 years Braeden was a caregiver for my husband who had advanced stage Altzheimers. He has much experience caring for people who have different...

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Amanda P.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 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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Merrie H.

Speech-Pathologist Willing You Give Personalized Tutoring!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hey there! I can not wait to meet you! I love working with children who need a lot of extra attention related to learning! I am very patient and would love the opportunity to work more individually with a family during this odd time. I can not promise how long I'll be available, but if the connection is right, I would be willing...

Jeanne H. says "Merrie did an evaluation of my elderly father who had challenges with swallowing. She was so patient with him and respectful of his need to share stories...

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Kaela M.

Passionate And Kind 4.0 College Student

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Kaela, and I am looking for a part-time or as needed position with a great family. I have 8 years experience nannying, 1 year experience as a Teacher's Aide for an elementary school, and 1 years as a Lead Teacher/Director's Assistant at a preschool. I have worked with ages 6 weeks - high school age and enjoy...
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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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Kelly M.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$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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Monica L.

Lake Oswego, OR

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have worked with children in a care setting for 35 years. My experiences range from nanny, in-home, center based, babysitting, volunteer work and respite care with special needs.

Heidi D. says "Our family has known Monica for almost 4 years and we cannot say enough good things about her. She has been involved with the care of two of our daughters...

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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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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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Andrea S.

Special Needs Nanny For The Summer Or Longer

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Hey there, my name is Andrea (Annie) and I've been in the special education field for about four years in different school districts as an instructional assistant. In Beaverton, I worked for 2. 5 years in a self-contained behavior classroom for kids with ASD, ADHD, trauma, Emotional Disturbance and many other behavior-related...
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Hannah P.

Babysitter Of 7 Years With Special Needs Experience

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 30, 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...

Care Member says "Hannah was so great with our kids! She surpassed our expectations with her enthusiasm and reliability looking after several kids and a baby. Fantastic...

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Willow B.

Kind, Reliable, And Experienced Nanny.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Willow and I'm an experienced caregiver looking for work. I usually work full time as a nurse in long term care but due to low census at my facility my work hours have been temporarily reduced! I have almost full time availability Monday-Friday open through Sep 30th to offer childcare services. I have around...

Phillip L. says "Willow is amazing and everything we had hoped in a nanny for our Son. She is very easy to be around, made a quick connection to our son, and has quickly...

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Olinda R.

Worked As An Assistant

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Worked for TIRR - Texas Institute for Rehabilitation and Research with brain injury, quadriplegic and stroke patients. Did research for the University of Texas Health and Science Center in the Pediatric area for 8 years. Was a CPS Investigator for 12 years and also worked for Adult Protective Services DADS. Up to date with my...

Sabine P. says "She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for...

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Kari L.

Care-giver

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)
from
$23/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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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Gladstone, OR are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Courtney C.

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...

- Courtney W.

Kristina H.

Krissy is child-centered, patient, kind, and understanding of all of our families needs. Our boys rave about Krissy and all of the creative...

- Desiree C.

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

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