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258 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
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I have 4 years of experience working with kids and animals. I've worked with ages 3months-10years, nannying for multiple families over the years as well as working in an orphanage in Mexico over the summer pre-covid. My passion is childcare and I'm comfortable working with children who need special care and extra patience as I...
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"We hired Alissa for full-time care for our 6-month-old for a few months. We also asked her to take care of his areas which included cleaning, picking up toys, and laundry. She is intelligent, punctual,...
Reviewed by Derik K.
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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
"Payton was absolutely wonderful with our little R. She was always on time (usually a little early). She handled everything that we asked of her. R. loved hanging out with her. She was so sweet and took very...
Reviewed by Jamie E.
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I have been working with kids ever since I can remember! I have five younger siblings- the oldest is 20, and the youngest is about to turn four, so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages. I started as a camp counselor when I was 15, & have since moved up to a leadership position there. I was a gymnastics coach for two...
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"Kayana is wonderful. My son absolutely loves playing with her and she is amazing at dreaming up activities that are fun and educational. She has also taken him out to the beach, to Hoodoo and even to OMSI....
Reviewed by Nikki M.
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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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I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I also have daycare experience as well as Montessori I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I also have daycare experience as well as Montessori training.
I describe myself as a...
4.0
"We hired Morgan last minute and she was able to help. Our son liked her and we would definitely hire again!"
Reviewed by Ashley R.
Fernanda S.
Portland, OR
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I've been working with kids for over 8 years, and I have experience with kids of all ages from infants to teenagers. I also have experience with kids with special needs.
I used to be an au pair, after that, I have worked in a daycare for a year, I needed to move on so I started working for some families and had great...
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"She is a sweetheart girl, very helpful and responsible, she always took good care of my little girl!"
Reviewed by Kristy M.
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Hello! I am a fun, flexible, and patient caregiver who has been working with kids ages 3-18 for the last 8 years. I have worked with youth in a variety of settings such as in schools, group homes, and on wilderness expeditions. I have a wide range of knowledge and love to create learning adventures and fun projects. I also have...
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"Christine is fun, engaging, punctual, and always maintains clear communication. She has been caring for my two young kids for the past year and we are so grateful for her. She has helped us navigate positive...
Reviewed by Mikaela F.
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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...
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"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.
Genna L.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I've babysat for all ages from 4 months and up. I've been babysitting/nannying for 8 years now and am certified in CPR and have had lifeguard training. I've interned at an elementary school as well and have worked with special needs kids and helped with homework. I cook as well and can make the kids food.
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"Genna is amazing! She is reliable and trustworthy and my kids love her. "
Reviewed by Meghan N.
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I've had the privilege of working as a "manny" for three years. I highly value the role of positive male figures in the healthy development of youth and take great pride in my work. My approach is a balance of "fun, firm and fair."
I've also served as an ABA therapist for children living with Autism, a 1-on-1 aid in special...
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"V is a great communicator - always touches base with parents and makes sure everyone is aligned and on the same page. V was excellent at thinking through fun outings and activities. V is great at positive...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
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I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
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"We have hired Georgia to look after our nine year old and dog several times. She is punctual, compassionate, caring and thoughtful in her care. Georgia is highly recommended!!!"
Reviewed by Leslie D.
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Hi there! My name is Aydia and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare experience working with three families as full time nanny's with kids of all ages. I primarily focus on and have the most experience with infants and toddlers, I also have experience working with twins and children with special needs. I am trained...
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"Aydia was wonderful taking care of my boys, one nonverbal with autism. I highly recommend her."
Reviewed by Alia S.
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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...
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"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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During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
Elizabeth M.
Portland, OR
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Paraeducator Looking For Summertime Special Needs Nanny Position
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During the academic year I work as a paraeducator in a Portland public high school. I have experience working with children and youth of all age ranges, from infancy to late teens, and abilities in both an educational and care capacity. I have worked with children and youth with orthopedic, visual, intellectual, genetic,...
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I have worked in direct care for those with both developmental disabilities and with autism. I was trained as a CNA at BOCES Ulster county and did extensive training at my job with a care center for people with Autism.
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I've worked with non-verbal & verbal children along various spectrums categorized as delay, adjusted developmental course, and autism. I believe these children are just like any other kids, and their needs are modified versions of neurotypical needs. They should and deserve to be treated with love, compassion, respect, dignity,...
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I have been caring for children for 8 years. I have had childcare experience in friends' homes, through the services of Portland Nanny, at Vivian Olum Child Development Center in Eugene, OR, and at a Shelter for abused women and children in Cape Town, South Africa. The majority of my experience is with infants and preschoolers,...
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I have worked with students with ASD from ages 5-16 over the last decade. My experience ranges from 1-1 kindergarten classroom aide to high school tutoring/mentoring. I currently work with Sophomores in high school part-time (remotely now!) with a variety of special needs and mental health backgrounds, as a mentor/tutor/advocate...
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I have worked in homes providing ABA therapy and as a caregiver/nanny for children with Autism, CP, Down Syndrome and other genetic disabilities. I've also worked in schools as a special ed teacher, OT/PT assistant and behavior therapist consultant. I'm playful, loving, patient and truly enjoy spending time with children with...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portland, OR
Alissa R.
5.0
We hired Alissa for full-time care for our 6-month-old for a few months. We also asked her to take care of his areas which included cleaning, picking up toys, and laundry. She is intelligent, punctual, diligent, and industrious. One thing we really appreciated is that she is a clear communicator and...
- Derik K.
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.
Kayana F.
5.0
Kayana was so wonderful with my 3 year old. She's engaging and fun. She was a camp counselor for a number of years and my daughter loved learning some camp songs! She's also been a youth gymnastics coach for a number of years, and my daughter was so excited to show me her forward roll after working...
- Lindsey G.
Morgan S.
4.0
We hired Morgan last minute and she was able to help. Our son liked her and we would definitely hire again!
- Ashley R.
Fernanda S.
5.0
She is a sweetheart girl, very helpful and responsible, she always took good care of my little girl!
- Kristy M.
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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 117 reviews of the 258 listed special needs caregivers.