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Cierra M.

Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$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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About Me

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$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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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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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 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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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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Personable And Professional

Sherwood, OR

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
respite care
I've been a wife, mother, and caregiver for over 22 years while raising my 2 children, one of whom has special needs. I was the owner and operator of a house cleaning business for 8 years. I recently served as the Housekeeping Coordinator for a local senior living and memory care facility. I cherished helping and caring for the...
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Portland, OR

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
home modification
mobility assistance
Hello my name is Makeea I am a caring , compassionate , energized care provider, and have been for many years coming from a family of care providers. I am very passionate about caring for the community of all different types of lives. I have been a DSP worker for 5 years and have gotten my CNA , worked special needs units in...
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Portland, OR

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
dementia
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Victoria and I'm a compassionate, reliable, and experienced caregiver. I have a strong background in senior care, special needs support, and housekeeping. I'm dedicated to providing thoughtful, patient care while creating a comfortable and positive environment. Whether it's assisting with daily tasks, mobility,...
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Isa's Bio

Portland, OR

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
I am a Speech Language Pathology graduate student with five years of experience working with children. I would describe myself as patient, creative, and compassionate. I am fluent in both Spanish and English, have experience working with special needs children and have reliable transportation.
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Kind And Experienced Caregiver

Portland, OR

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
20 years experience as a special needs nanny, 4 years experience working with elders in end of life care. Extensive volunteer work with seniors and vulnerable populations. Skilled cook with planned and on the spot meal preparation, strong organizational skills and ability to multitask with housekeeping, love of gardening and...
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Portland, OR

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
First aid and CPR certified, works well with individuals with special needs, flexible schedule, has a masters degree in working with children with disabilities, and going back to school for marriage and family therapy.
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Warm, Experienced Infant & Toddler Nanny!

Beaverton, OR

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello I just recently hit 9 years of childcare experience! Wow! I started in preschool classrooms, expanded to being an au pair in Australia, and settled back in the states as a private nanny. I have continued nannying for many years with multiple families. I specialize with infants and toddlers, but any child 4 and under is...
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Part Time Creative Nanny

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Over 25 years experience in the home and school. Retired elementary school librarian looking to nurture, explore and play with your child. Experience with special needs, severe allergies and type one diabetes.
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Special Needs Life Skills Teacher

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hello, My name is Bella and I have been working with typical and atypical developing children ages newborn-18yrs since 2013. I am CPR and first-aid certified, not a smoker, a great cook, and have my own transportation. I was naturally drawn to your ad because I had so much fun working with a 3-year-old and newborn in Bellevue...
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Portland, OR

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$22/hr
3 years experience
My most recent job I was a behavioral therapist where I worked for 2+ years. I am licensed through the state as a behavior analyst interventionist. I have experience providing ABA therapy, emotional regulation, behavior support, teaching skills, teaching how to communicate using AAC device and ASL, bathroom assistance, toilet...
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Portland, OR

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm looking for occasional babysitting on nights and weekends. Open to caring for 1 or 2 children! I have 10 years of childcare experience, mostly being a nanny and preschool teacher! I am currently a nanny here in Portland! My most recent job was as an Early Interventionist, and have the knowledge that goes...
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Special Education Teacher

Beaverton, OR

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Mes and I've been working with youth for a decade as an educator. For the past four years I've worked as a learning specialist and homebound instructor (tutor) for disabled and/or chronically ill students. Majority of my experience has been working with folks with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia and Intellectual disabilities.
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Loving & Patient Preschool Teacher/College Student

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hello, My name is Kaela. I am a current social work student, and a Certified Nursing Assistant (also CPR/First Aid Certified) at OHSU. I have done private nannying for almost 10 years total, worked as a preschool teacher, and also as a teacher's aide at an elementary school. I have experience nannying for multiple families with...
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Portland, OR

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$20/hr
Live-in home care
transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I have worked a ton with children and with teens and adults with special needs. I would love to have some more experience with seniors. :)
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EC Teaching Assistant

Portland, OR

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I am currently an EC assistant at a public charter school. I care for three children with high needs. I aide them in daily tasks such as feeding, pottying, and using ASL to communicate. I also aide their therapist (OT, PT, and speech)
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.18/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lake Oswego, OR

Special Needs Caregivers in Lake Oswego, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Cierra M.

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...

- Erica V.

Julia S.

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....

- Kelly S.

Emma D.

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

- Teah J.

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