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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Wendy R.

Full Time Nanny

Portland, OR

4.9(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
UPDATE: I accepted a fulltime position for the time being. I am a 1998 graduate of a local nanny service. I have been a nanny for many types of families, with many ages over the past 28 years. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, twins, and school-aged children. I had been a special needs sub for the public school...

Care Member says "Wendy is a wonderful nanny. She is caring, reliable, and honest. She cared for our son like he was her own. She never once called in sick or was late...

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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
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Kristina H.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
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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Kaela M.

Passionate And Kind 4.0 College Student

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 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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Alicia B.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight Babysitting Jobs!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Alicia and I have been working with children of all ages for around 10 years now. I have worked for the local recreation and community centers in Salem/Keizer school district and now most recently the Beaverton school district. I am certified in first aid, CPR, and Epipen. My job position with the school district...

Aliza S. says "She's our current Nanny and Alicia is fantastic! I highly recommend her."

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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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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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
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
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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Paige M.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"

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Michelle C.

Music Instructor/Consultant And Event Management

Portland, OR

4.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
My bio/resume is available upon request. I teach and consult out of my NE Portland studio but I am also willing to commute to your location. I teach private and group piano, guitar and voice lessons. I also provide on-call childcare, respite care and family mentoring and support (with an emphasis on special needs).

John G. says "My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very...

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  • 270 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 80 reviews of the 270 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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