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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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Raechelle B.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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Christina V.

Skilled Private Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Experience in caring for patients with different ailments. Very dependable and can provide a resume with references.

Care Member says "Christina cared for my elderly mom with dementia for an extended period of time. She is professional, smart, caring and capable. She understood my mom’s...

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Lori T.

Career Nanny

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Hi, my name is Lori, I have been working with children my whole work- life. I was a preschool teacher for over 10 years. I enjoyed coming up with fun learning crafts and helping them with their learning, potty training, dressing. Becoming a mom myself I wanted a flexible schedule. I opened my nanny/babysitting service. I used...

Alisha L. says "Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with new ideas to...

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Kelly M.

Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Work

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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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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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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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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Regann B.

Free Thinking Nurturer

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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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
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 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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Gabrielle E.

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with persons with medical disabilities. Growing up I helped my mother with her tube feedings, pills, oxygen tanks, and shots. I also worked at a home for older folks and helped with their care. I volunteered while I was in school with special needs classes and I had a chance to interact with a variety of...
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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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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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Amanda P.

Portland, OR

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

Worked As An Assistant

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 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
$22/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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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
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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Georgia M.

Part-time Sitter Available

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Kaela M.

Passionate And Kind 4.0 College Student

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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Kristina H.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 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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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 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

Raechelle B.

Raechelle is very reliable and detail oriented. She has a knack for un-cluttering small spaces and being organized. She is great with people...

- Ruby T.

Christina V.

Christina cared for my elderly mom with dementia for an extended period of time. She is professional, smart, caring and capable. She...

- Care member

Lori T.

Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with...

- Alisha L.

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