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Daniel A.

Private Caregiver

Happy Valley, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as very enthusiastic about the care I provide to People I like caring for people with special needs because they deserve all of our attention I'm looking for a job that I can provide all my caring skills I started caring for people with special needs when I found out they need hands on at all...
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Nylah B.

Loving_Nurturer

Happy Valley, OR

from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am so honored to be considered for helping you provide a safe home space for your young ones. It is my mission to become another outlet for protection, care and attention. I value honoring every child as a unique individual. So I truly intend on connecting and finding the best circumstance possible for each child. I...
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Tabitha W.

Happy Valley, OR

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$25/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! Nice to meet you! My name is Tabitha, and here's a bit about me! I worked on staff as the Early Childhood Coordinator for Church for 7 years. Directed several summer camps and ran the preschool/kindergarten programs, and ran a team of volunteers for 7 years. Have been a babysitter/nanny of all ages for 8+ years. Have...
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Daniel A.

Private Caregiver

Happy Valley, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi been a caregiver for about 12 years . Working whit patients with dementia , special needs , Alzheimer's, cancer . Full insurance and great reference, get along whit all kid of people , Excellent driving record, love to cook and also follow special diets, medications , keep my patients house like I keep my always clean , love...
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Emma D.

Play Pal

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Emma and I recently graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in Environmental Engineering. I now work full-time as a Water Resources Engineer in Portland, but I'm looking for part-time babysitting opportunities because I genuinely love spending time with kids and staying connected to that part of my...

Teah J. says "She is very flexible and understanding! & my oldest son adores her. Always ask where did she go when she leaves."

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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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Eliza S.

Professional & Mindful Nanny With Over 15 Years Experience.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I go by Nyxie (they/them/fae). I have 15+ years of experience caring for children from infancy through the teen years as a nanny, babysitter, ESL teacher, special needs tutor, and preschool program assessor. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, bilingual in English and Spanish, and conversational in French and Mandarin...

Diana V. says "I worked with Elizabeth at an elementary school where I observed her working with small children who were in special education. She is kind, patient, and...

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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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Namrata P.

Responsible Fun Babysitter

Vancouver, WA

4.6(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
My schedule is flexible to cater to your needs and wants! I can work days, nights and holidays. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages and backgrounds. I have younger siblings, so I am very familiar with the things kids love. I am well equipped to properly care for special needs children, as I...

Jennifer L. says "She was awesome with my 12 year old. My daughter has autism and right off the bat Namrata was able to connect with her and have fun! I loved it. She's...

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Chloe C.

Babysitter/Part-Time Nanny Available

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Pediatric Speech-language Pathologist. Not currently open for reccuring positions. May be able to make date nights or occasional sitting work. I have experience with children between birth to 18 years. Significant pediatric experience in both a personal and professional capacity. I have a 7-month-old boy. I have bountiful...
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Monica L.

Lake Oswego, OR

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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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Carina M.

Experienced, Vaccinated, Covid-Cautious Nanny & Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$43/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years of experience caring for children ages 9 months - 13 years as both a babysitter and regular nanny. I have experience with families with up to 4 children, twins, triplets, and children with special needs. I enjoy reading, board games, playing outside, making up games, going for walks, field trips, baking, arts...

Amy I. says "Carina was amazing with my 3 hard-to-win-over school aged kids (and a very easy-to-win-over puppy). I would definitely hire Carina again and recommend her...

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Kristina H.

Portland, OR

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

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, families! Looking for a nanny? I'm a career nanny with 8+ years of professional childcare under my belt searching for my next family. I have experience with special needs, newborn care, daycare, as well as teaching toddler music classes. I love to sing and make arts and crafts, and adore household pets. My approach to...

Care Member says "Audrey was prompt, friendly, and flexible with timing. Our daughter was comfortable with her right away, and we’d hire her again!"

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Stephanie K.

Perfect Nanny!

Portland, OR

4.2(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 49 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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 "Stephanie was incredibly professional. She was right on time, asked appropriate questions and was able to jump right in to care for our sick 2 year old....

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Shaleena F.

Gresham, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Shaleena. I was a CNA for 8 years and now an LPN for the last 17 years. I would love to assist specially who have with special needs.

Care Member says "Shaleena cared for my bed bound sister. Her knowledge and experience made a big difference in my sister's quality of life. Shaleena liaisoned with the...

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Beverly B.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Availability in Fall 2026! 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...

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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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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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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Elena A.

Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!

Portland, OR

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I've nannying for over 15 years and have had the pleasure of working long term for several amazing families, with children ranging from new born to teenagers, as well as a family with special needs. When it comes to child care I have experience with it all and feel incredibly comfortable and competent caring for a child and...

April A. says "We have had Elena as a nanny for our 2 children (Ages 1 and 3) for a year and a half. When Elena first started, my son was just an infant, and we'd...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Happy Valley, OR

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

Emma D.

She is very flexible and understanding! & my oldest son adores her. Always ask where did she go when she leaves.

- Teah J.

Eliza S.

I worked with Elizabeth at an elementary school where I observed her working with small children who were in special education. She is kind,...

- Diana V.

Kelly M.

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...

- Emily S.

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