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Stephanie Y.

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity. I started as a teacher's...

Martha P. says "Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister...

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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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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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Erika S.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $16/hr

2 years experience

My name is Erika and I love taking care of and supporting people. Right now I work in a home supporting 3 individuals with mental conditions and it definitely gets tough sometimes but I can't think of a more rewarding job! I'm looking for new experiences with different people. I've found that I'm great with children and adults.

Christian C. says "She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members."

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Farah A.

Portland, OR

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

2 years experience

Enthusiastic childcare-oriented Babysitter, motivated college graduate student and bilingual (Arabic/English) with 10+ years background caring for children of all ages in both home and church environments. Driven to inspire and teach children to be respectful, patient and positive. Enjoys being a team player in a diverse working...

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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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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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Adrienne M.

Caregiver Extraordinaire

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I have been working with children with special needs for over 20 years and absolutely love it! I am patient, reliable, nurturing, responsible, energetic and creative. I possess an A. S. In Early Childhood Education, a B. S. in Child Development and an M. S. in Special Education. I have extensive training in working with children...

Debora L. says "Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most...

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Korina M.

Mature, Reliable And Patient Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have non-consecutive experience with clients with CP, mobility issues, stroke, Autism spectrum, ADHD, hearing impaired, and memory issues.

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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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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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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

craft assistance

swimming supervision

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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Ashbie O.

Flexible And Fun Sitter Hoping To Fit Your Family's Needs!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

craft assistance

Hello! My name is Ashbie and I am from Honolulu, Hawaii. I recently graduated from the University of Portland with my Nursing Degree and will be beginning work as a new-grad nurse very soon! In the meantime, I am part-time nannying and am extremely passionate about working with children. I am looking for a part-time...

Sungmok L. says "I booked her last minute with misunderstanding of what my wife needed. Even though my plan has changed and led to last min cancelling, she was very...

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Heather F.

Ready, Willing And Able...

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

I am an experienced, warm and friendly mother of 3 wonderful children.. I have over 30 years experience working with (19 of these years have been with special needs) children as my identical twin boys are on the Autism Spectrum... I enjoy doing activities such as crafts, puzzles or going to the park. I believe being a caretaker...

Care Member says "Heather was an incredible nanny to our one year old son. She brought so much warmth, joy, and organization to our family every day and our son lit up...

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Faith C.

Portland, OR

4.0(1)

from: $26/hr

12 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

With over a decade of experience caring for children, I bring a calm and patient approach to childcare. My motivation stems from positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and a genuine desire to positively impact young lives by supporting families with reliable care. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of...

Care Member says "Faith is a pro - a parent and advocate. She is wonderful - highly reco!"

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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

craft assistance

swimming supervision

carpooling

+ 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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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

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

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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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

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

meal prep

carpooling

+ 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

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

swimming supervision

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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Rachel U.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

swimming supervision

carpooling

I am a fun, outgoing, compassionate sitter who loves art and playing outside! I have nannied for multiple families long term, with children ranging from 4 months old to 14 years old. Additionally, I grew up caring for my two younger sisters and my two special needs cousins, so I have experience with a wide variety of ages and...

Nick G. says "Rachel cared for our infant son for about 3 months. She was very active and playful with him, always up for taking him on walks to the park. I never saw her...

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262 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.47/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Portland, OR

Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 93 reviews of the 262 listed special needs caregivers

Stephanie Y.

Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically...

- Martha P.

Merrie H.

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...

- Jeanne H.

Erika S.

She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members.

- Christian C.

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