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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,…

Review for Adrienne M. by Debora L.

Lisa is wonderful!! She is gentle, caring and very supportive. Not only did she help keep my dad active, but she also offered support and…

Review for Lisa T. by Care member

I have known Lisa for many years. She is a very kind, caring, and honest person, and has been a great mom to her daughters. She is very…

Review for Lisa S. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Scappoose, OR

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Adrienne M.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Extraordinaire

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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 important occupied so that the other kids and us parents can have respite from the demands of a special needs...

Debora L.

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Brittany H.


Ridgefield, WA

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hey there! I have lots of experience working with all sorts of individuals with intellectual disabilities. I'm also a Para Eductor at a local school so I work with these folks for a living! I also have a vast knowledge of skilled nursing so I'm very comfortable working the hoyer and assisting with more personal needs. Reach...
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Lisa T.


Vancouver, WA

$35-39/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Available For Senior Care/Special Needs/Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Lisa is wonderful!! She is gentle, caring and very supportive. Not only did she help keep my dad active, but she also offered support and advice to my mom. She handled my dad's random anger spats with understanding and grace. We miss hearing about her worldly...

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Lisa S.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr • 20 yrs exp

As a Certified Registered Nurse, my passion for caring for others, especially children, inspired me to become a childcare provider. With two decades of experience and a college degree, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My calm and friendly nature allows me to connect with...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lisa is kind, compassionate and a truly present caregiver. She's got a big heart and a patient personality. I highly recommended her ."

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Hannah M.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

With extensive experience supporting children, elderly individuals, adults with disabilities, and individuals navigating the end-of-life process, I bring a compassionate, gentle, and empathetic approach to caregiving. Over the past five years in California, I have had the privilege of working with adults with disabilities in...
5.0
"Hannah will be truly missed. I will really miss her. She is very thoughtful, creative, musical, encouraging can be playful, energetic Will absolutely connect with any pets you have she's amazing with people of all ages who have Autism Learning Disabilities, other...

Jamie M.

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Laura C.


Woodland, WA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Qualified Childcare.

A mother of 5 grown children. and 5 amazing grandchildren. I spend a lot of time with my grandkids and they spend the night with me often as well as go on adventures with grandma. They keep me young! I'm also a private respite provider for families with disabled children/adults. I was with one family with 17 years and I am...
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Payton Z.


Portland, OR

$30-45/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name's Payton and I'm looking for a FT position in Portland, OR. I am currently located in Denver & I will be moving to OR soon! I have been with my Denver family for 3 years, taking care of 2 littles, now 3. 5 and 1. 5 years old. Since high school I have worked date nights for up to 4 littles at a time. In hs I...
Payton can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...

Amanda S.

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Maddi H.


Vancouver, WA

$20-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
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Jane A.


Beaverton, OR

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a positive, responsible, and fun nanny. Growing up in a family of seven, I helped raise and protect my little sisters. I have over 12 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages, as well as nannying experience in childhood development, working with special needs, daycare, and children's summer camps....
Jane can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Jane will be a wonderful fit for any family. Her smile and energy will help bring up your own and make you feel better. Jane Has also taken amazing care of our 2 daughters who both really like her. She will be an amazing help to any family who is looking for a fun...

Christopher A.

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Jordan B.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Jordan! I am a PSU social work grad student with an undergrad in psychology. I'm currently interning 2 days/wk with teens struggling with mental health in a php/iop clinic. I'm second oldest of 9 children and have extensive experience with children of all ages including newborns. *Im currently doing a nanny share with...
Jordan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My daughter loves her! She's kind, fun and nurturing. So happy we found her."

Haley B.

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Leah G.


Portland, OR

$19-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Looking For LAUGHS

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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,...
5.0
"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 daughter's needs and providing a warm and supportive...

Jeffrey H.

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Rosalin D.


Portland, OR

$33-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/ Babysitter!

Hey there! I have a BS in Child Development and lots of experience working with little ones, including multiples and children with special needs. I am fully vaccinated, comfortable with pets, and have a clean driving record. I would love to chat more about your family's needs.
Rosalin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Linda C.


Hillsboro, OR

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Childcare

Experienced caregiver skilled in nurturing children, development, and creating positive routines. Having also worked with children who have special needs, including my own, I understand the value of patience and individualized care. I am dedicated to supporting every child's unique journey, providing encouragement,...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Tara R N.


Beaverton, OR

$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I have over 20 years of experience working as a CNA/caregiver, both in-home and in various types of facilities, and have 2 years of college completed towards my nursing degree! I managed a hospice house, and also have worked with both kids and adults with special needs. Growing up, my parents built, owned, and operated 8...
Tara R can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Rayna F.


Vancouver, WA

$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a college student studying nursing. I love being around kids and I have lots of experience working with kids in church and camp settings, along with paid babysitting, including caring for triplets! I also am a paid caregiver for my little sister with special needs. I enjoy being outside, playing games, arts and crafts and...
Rayna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Aleesha S.


Kalama, WA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nanny

I am a Certified Professional Nanny and Infant Care Specialist looking for a long-term position with the right family. As a Northwest Nannies Institute graduate, I strive to maintain a safe and encouraging environment as I help young humans build their autonomy and learn about the world around them. I have experience with...
Aleesha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Victoria W.


Ridgefield, WA

$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Victoria I have a strong background in child care from special needs, and infant - school age children. I truly enjoy creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children. I believe in building strong relationships with kids based on trust, respect, and understanding. Whether it's playtime, helping with...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

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Jess B.


Vancouver, WA

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a Mom who has 30 years of experience taking care of children. First as a Nanny then as a preschool teacher. I'm currently looking to take care of babies, toddlers or preschoolers part time. I am available for weekends only. I love spending time with children and come prepared with a nanny bag! I can bring books, games...
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Jodie G.


Beaverton, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Autism/Special Needs Consultant

Hello, I have experience as a PSW/DSP and I'm available for private/direct hire. I am able to provide 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis and help families with behavior strategies. I have assisted many families with infants, toddlers and children diagnosed with Autism and other co-factors. I would prefer to provide behavioral...
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Erika K.


Vancouver, WA

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Erika. I have been working as a CNA for 3 years and currently work at the hospital. I received my bachelors degree in 2020 and am now looking to get my bachelors of science in nursing, while in the meantime working in child care. I am trained in first aid, BLS, and have experience taking care of special needs. I am...
Erika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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