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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Happy Valley, OR
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Happy Valley, OR
4.3
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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
5.0
"Stephanie is a recurring nanny for my infant daughter (8 months). I am highly protective when it comes to my child and Stephanie is one of only a few childcare specialists that I feel totally comfortable with....
Reviewed by Tanya L.
5.0
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Hello! I'm a multi-media artist here in Portland. I love all kinds of art, karaoke, and building pillow forts. I have experience teaching summer art camps at the Maude Kerns Art Center in Eugene, as well as experience working with special needs teenagers as a Direct Support Professional. I've spent the past 3 years nannying, and...
5.0
"Phoebe was wonderful with my two sons (8 & 12). She helped them with their schoolwork, arts and crafts, and played outside with them a lot! They loved spending time with her. Phoebe was very reliable and...
Reviewed by Susan L.
Audrey P.
Portland, OR
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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My experience within childcare is vast! Roughly 8 years of experience has provided background in nannying, special needs care and light ASL knowledge, newborn care, daycare work, music classes, and more. I have my associates degree as well as pre-nursing education. Singing, creative expression, biology, baking, and being outside...
5.0
"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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Paige M.
Portland, OR
$24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I have a lot of experience working with kids all ages from newborns-middle school, I have a big family with lots of kids around. I have two nephews and one niece ages 3, 5, and 5 I have spent a lot of time caring for them, I've spent nights taking care of them. I have worked with multiple families making sure school work is done...
5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"
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5.0
(3)
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Hello! My name's Payton and I'm looking for a FT position in Portland, OR. I am currently located in Denver but I will be moving to OR in August!
I have been with my Denver family for 2. 5 years, taking care of 2 littles, now 3- and 1-yr-old.
Since high school I have worked date nights for up to 4 littles at a time. In hs I...
5.0
"My husband and I were so impressed with Payton. We had horrible luck with the first 4/6 interviews from the site being no-shows and were relieved when Payton arrived early. She would have been a great fit for...
Reviewed by Amanda S.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Braeden! I am a care professional who has been providing services privately and via agencies for over 7 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...
5.0
"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 needs. He was well liked by myself and other caregivers. He was...
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4.7
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I'm Tracy, a Specialized Nanny/Family Assistant, with 22 years professional experience(42 yrs childcare experience), working with infants through age 14, including children with special needs, and multiples! I'm seeking a new Nanny position ( 4 days per week / 32 hrs minimum ), starting August or September 2024 in SE or NE PDX....
5.0
"I had no trouble handing my 4 month old off to Tracy for the day. She was able to make him feel comfortable and happy with her right away. She's really great with the little ones. He was happy the whole time...
Reviewed by Laura P.
5.0
(1)
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I am currently a nanny to a family of 6 children whom are special needs. I've been nannying for the past 6 years and have been a sitter for 10. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I studied pre-vet for a semester before dropping out and pursuing a career in modeling. I did student teaching for a first grade classroom where I...
5.0
"Kiera is a fantastic care provider. She genuinely loves children and is so incredibly kind to them."
Reviewed by Emily H.
Carina M.
Portland, OR
$43/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Vaccinated, Covid-Cautious Nanny & Care Provider
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Carina has been watching our son for a couple months now for date nights, and she is great with him. He is a toddler, and she does a nice job engaging with him and working to understand his needs. She always...
Reviewed by Breana L.
5.0
(1)
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I have 6 years of experience working as a nanny and 4 years of experience working for a public school in the NE area. I love what I do! I have lots of experience working for children with special needs, I can also help with cleaning, cooking, laundry and more! I enjoy doing creative activities that tie into learning. I take...
5.0
"Rebekah was our daughter's nanny beginning when she was 3 months old. We were incredibly sad to say goodbye to Rebekah now that our daughter is starting daycare. She is kind, thoughtful, attentive, and...
Reviewed by Sarah B.
5.0
(1)
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hello! I have experience in preschool-12 education, and high school SPED assistance. being on the spectrum, I value caring for and providing support to youth who are like me! you can count on me to provide compassionate care and emphasis on self expression without limiting your loved one's behavior to any rules (masking). please...
5.0
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Hello! I am a recent George Fox University graduate with a bachelors in Elementary Education. I have been a nanny for the past five years and I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I also come from a large family, and have plenty of experience with young children. I believe that it is important that children feel loved....
5.0
"If you are reading this, interview Amanda! We wished we had two position open. We hope to work with her some day. "
Reviewed by Victoria C.
5.0
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Hello my name is Gisselle
I'm a care giver and kids lover, in the past 6 years I moved to Bay Area from my country El Salvador were a worked in my sister's Day Care as a teacher and teaches assistant and management for over 9 years, we had many kids with some special need, personally I worked with them and enjoyed them all. yes...
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 distract and engage him. Gets his fave foods, etc. Works...
Reviewed by Alisha L.
5.0
(1)
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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...
5.0
"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 like a pro and in no time our little one was laughing...
Reviewed by Eileen O.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 ability."
Reviewed by Nicolas S.
Ashley G.
Vancouver, WA
$26-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I have cared for animals, children and the elderly for many years and worked in a retirement home and in children care facilities. Then worked in peoples homes for personal care. I also grew up with a disabled sister and became a care helper for her growing up.
5.0
"Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says...
Reviewed by Rob W.
Rylee S.
Vancouver, WA
$14-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Rylee, I am 23 years old and married. I just moved to Fredericksburg from Duluth, Minnesota. My husband is in the US Navy and we have a dog named Lily. I have 5+ years of related experience. I am aCertified Nursing Assistant and first aid trained. I do also have experience taking care of children with special...
5.0
"Rylee was great! She was able to help us out on short notice, & for three days in a row. My kids (1 & 7) absolutely loved her!"
Reviewed by Sonya C.
Gabrielle E.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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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...
5.0
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I've been professionally immersed in the world of child care for 7 years. With 5 years of full-time nannying and 2 years in education, I've cared for children aged 4 months to 18 years. As an Assistant Teacher and a Special Education Paraeducator, my journey has been rich with experiences. Currently, I provide full-time care for...
5.0
"Maddison was one the very best things to happen to our family!
Context: We hired her for 6 months of in home nanny care for out infant while we waited for him to be old enough for his daycare spot. Our little...
Reviewed by Candace K.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Happy Valley, OR
Stephanie K.
5.0
Stephanie is a recurring nanny for my infant daughter (8 months). I am highly protective when it comes to my child and Stephanie is one of only a few childcare specialists that I feel totally comfortable with. Stephanie is totally reliable and timely (never late or flaky) and engages so well with...
- Tanya L.
Phoebe W.
5.0
Phoebe was wonderful with my two sons (8 & 12). She helped them with their schoolwork, arts and crafts, and played outside with them a lot! They loved spending time with her. Phoebe was very reliable and punctual, and followed strict COVID precautions. I am very grateful for Phoebe's help when I...
- Susan L.
Audrey P.
5.0
Audrey was prompt, friendly, and flexible with timing. Our daughter was comfortable with her right away, and we’d hire her again!
- Care member
Paige M.
5.0
She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!
- Care member
Payton Z.
5.0
My husband and I were so impressed with Payton. We had horrible luck with the first 4/6 interviews from the site being no-shows and were relieved when Payton arrived early. She would have been a great fit for our family. Payton was well spoken and you could tell she really cared. Had she been...
- Amanda S.
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