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I have worked for almost a decade with special needs children, for multiple educational service districts in Columbia, Multnomah, and Coos Counties. I also have experience as a foster parent for multiple children needing safety and special care.
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I have multiple years of experience working as an instructional assistant for primarily gradeschool children (some preschool too) -including those with special needs. I assist children with activities of daily living, academics, and physical and occupational therapy exercises. I have also done foster care for children ranging in...
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My availability is negotiable - please ask if you need something different. My experience, expertise, and passion is caring for and assisting individuals with their daily living skills, so that they may live as independently as possible. I have over a decade of experience with special needs children, adults with developmental...
Jesse K.
Saint Helens, OR
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stay At Home Momma With Over 20years Experience Teaching Montessori Preschool
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I have owned and taught in several Montessori schools in Portland. I also teach arts and crafts, yoga, and mindfulness. I have excellent references and have worked with special needs friends as well as school age children. I am looking for a situation in which me and my 16-month-old son will be welcomed into the family. I am...
Jasmine T.
Saint Helens, OR
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have 14 months experience offering direct support to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I've had the privilege of learning to support adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism disorders and cognitive and intellectual disabilities. I spent roughly one year supporting children living in shelter...
Lisa T.
Vancouver, WA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist Available For Senior Care/Special Needs/Childcare
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I am an occupational therapist with over 30 years experience working with seniors(dementia, stroke, hip fractures/replacements, COPD, brain injuries) and children with special needs(autism, adhd, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities). As an OT my job is to help people be as independent as possible in their daily activities. I...
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"Lisa worked for us for 5 months before we had to move my wife into a nursing home. She was amazing! Compassionate, creative, fun. She was amazing helping my wife to be as independent as possible, and in in...
Reviewed by Marlow M.
Adela J.
Beaverton, OR
$40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have 2 years of experience with my niece who has special needs and working as a special educational assistant at an elementary school. I can help with Housekeeping, organizing, groceries, and Laundry/Folding! I'm not the best with animals other than cats and dogs (not big big dogs). I'm a very talkative person and am quick...
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"We hired Adela to watch over our 4 and 7 year old while we were date night. The kids had great time with her and are already asking when she would come over again. We are new to the states and our 4 years old...
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Hi my name is Andrey, and I just joined the care. com platform. After graduating college in 2016 with B. S. in Psychology I spent a number of years working in ABA therapy with children and adults who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have experience with DTT training, complex skill development, behavioral management, motivation...
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"Andrey has been working with our family for couple months. He comes twice a week for 7 hours a day. It was one of the best decisions to hire him to help with my kids.
Both of my sons needed a behavioral...
Reviewed by Nadia M.
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Hey! I'm an extremely experienced Nanny who just moved to Portland last fall for a masters in social work program at PSU! I've also worked for daycares, with kids with special needs, and worked with youth at an OCD and anxiety clinic. I'm looking for some part time work while I work on my degree. I'm looking forward to meeting...
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"We really appreciate Taylor helping us out in a difficult situation, and very professional in handling our household while we were out. "
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I recently graduated with a Bachelors in Social science with a minor in Child Family Studies. I have worked with special needs children and kids with disabilities. I have considerable organization skills, and significant ability to multitask. I am creative and energetic, and your child will always be busy. I work as an executive...
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"Sofia is a very caring, dependable, and responsible caretaker, and she has been a great help to our family. :-) My two boys get along with her very well -- she is great about planning fun activities for them,...
Reviewed by Joe B.
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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 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...
Reviewed by Lindsey G.
Maddi H.
Vancouver, WA
$20-28/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I am an experienced, creative, and active full time nanny. I am looking to provide care for a family in the Vancouver/Portland area. I emphasize child lead activities, plenty of outdoor adventure time, and hands on learning. I am exceptionally patient and excel in communication with children. I work alongside the family and...
Pamela K.
Woodland, WA
$34/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am newly married looking for a full/part time job. I am 22 years old and have several years of experience babysitting my siblings and close friends children, including newborns, special needs children and twins. I have been hired from 4 families off of care. com and loved all the jobs. I am patient, caring, and love...
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"We had Pamela nanny our two children for the summer and she was fantastic. She was dependable and my kids loved her and still talk about her all the time. I can't recommend her enough!"
Reviewed by Danielle P.
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.
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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...
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"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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Hey families!
Thank you for taking time to learn about me and in time I look forward to learning about you!
I am a career nanny of 5 years, but have been working in a professional childcare setting for 9 years total. I specialize in infants and toddlers (though I do have experience with children up to 12 yrs old) and my...
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"Punctual, attention to detail, wonderful with reading our babies cues. Went above and beyond to help with this new stage of parenting."
Reviewed by Mariah T.
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My brother has been a medical mystery since days after he was born. Prone to seizures & a low white blood cell count, it was a lot for 13-year-old me to process. Later on he was diagnosed with ASD. I was the primary caregiver for him my entire teen life. My mom was a single mother who worked full time. I grew up in a small town,...
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"We were so glad to have Leah's help with our daughter! She did a great job of establishing a rapport with our daughter and our daughter had a great time with her :) Leah did a great job of considering our...
Reviewed by Jeffrey H.
5.0
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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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Hello! I am a Portland-native who currently lives in Brisbane, Australia, but is home for the summer! In Australia, I teach primary school and nanny professionally. My most recent charge was a 6-month-old baby who is now nearly 18 months. I currently substitute teach, but prior I was a Year 2 teacher (6-7) year olds. I have also...
5.0
"Laura is the greatest. She is clean and organized and so positive. We love her!"
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Farah A.
Beaverton, OR
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"In few words Farah was amazing & reliable. My kids really loved her."
Reviewed by Peter M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Scappoose, OR
Lisa T.
5.0
Lisa worked for us for 5 months before we had to move my wife into a nursing home. She was amazing! Compassionate, creative, fun. She was amazing helping my wife to be as independent as possible, and in in making adaptations to keep her active and engaged. Would hire again with zero hesitation and...
- Marlow M.
Adela J.
5.0
We hired Adela to watch over our 4 and 7 year old while we were date night. The kids had great time with her and are already asking when she would come over again. We are new to the states and our 4 years old does not speak English at all and Adela had no problem communicating with her. Adela has a...
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Andrey M.
5.0
Andrey has been working with our family for couple months. He comes twice a week for 7 hours a day. It was one of the best decisions to hire him to help with my kids.
Both of my sons needed a behavioral therapist to correct their impulsivity control issues and social skills. After a month we...
- Nadia M.
Taylor R.
5.0
We really appreciate Taylor helping us out in a difficult situation, and very professional in handling our household while we were out.
- Care member
Sofia D.
5.0
Sofia is a very caring, dependable, and responsible caretaker, and she has been a great help to our family. :-) My two boys get along with her very well -- she is great about planning fun activities for them, as well as encouraging them to do their chores and maintain good behavior. Overall, she...
- Joe B.
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