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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Springfield, OR

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Springfield, OR

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Kellyn S.


Eugene, OR

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

DSP With Solin Sanctuary

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I just started as a DSP with Solin Sanctuary this year, and I love the focus on building life skills, positive emotional environments, good communication, and increasing autonomy and self-expression. All of the values from Montessori and other experiential learning environments I've had in my life can really shine in this...
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Kara S.


Eugene, OR

$16/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a senior marine biology major at the University of Oregon. My schedule is very open for afternoon care and later evenings. I have done after school care for house holds with multiple children, including children with special needs. During after school care I was responsible for picking up from the bus stop, helping with...
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sydney H.


Eugene, OR

$15-20/hr

Part Time Nanny/tutor Available

I don't have all that much experience with children with special needs, but I do have a lot of experience working with children and people of all backgrounds. In the small amount of experience that I have, it has been working at a summer camp on the Oregon Coast. I was in charge of helping them at meals, and through out the week...
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Emily S.


Eugene, OR

$20-25/hr

Licensed EI/ECSE Teacher

Hi! I am a recently licensed EI/ECSE teacher in search of temporary work. I love working with young children with special needs and supporting families.
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Devon H.


Eugene, OR

$25/hr • 4 yrs exp

When I was a child, my mom had cancer and I took care of her and my little brother who is special needs. I think that's what made me really have a passion for caregiving. The people I take care of, I treat them like I would my own family. Whoever I work for is entrusting me to take care of their loved ones and I look at that as...
Devon can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emily R.


Eugene, OR

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! My Names Emily And I'll Be A Senior At Santiago High School:)

Hello! My name is Emily. I am a dedicated and dependable individual known for my hardworking nature and diligence in all tasks I undertake. With extensive experience in childcare across various age groups, including specialized care for children with special needs, I bring a deep understanding of nurturing and supporting young...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
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Sophie P.


Eugene, OR

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been babysitting since I was 11. I worked as an educational assistant in a LifeSkills classroom, implementing creative learning strategies and incorporating sign language to teach children with disabilities. I've volunteered for many years with an adaptive art class at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art for children with...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sasha F.


Eugene, OR

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

I've had over 7 years of experience working with children in a volunteer setting. As a member of the National Charity League I had the opportunity to work with children, both with and without special needs. This experience sparked a passion for child care and child development, leading me to studying early education at UO, where...
Sasha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily F.


Eugene, OR

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Emily

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parents! My name is Emily and I am a current Junior at the University of Oregon studying Planning, Public Policy, and Management minoring in Nonprofit Administration! I love working with kids, I have four siblings myself ranging from ages 17 all the way down to 5 (there's a photo of all of us in my profile)! I have...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Bec E.


Eugene, OR

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Bec, a Seattleite turned Chicagoan turned New Yorker. I've been working with kids since I was one myself, babysitting, nannying, and teaching swim lessons. In college my trajectory changed when I began working with a theatre group that created sensory immersive productions for children with autism and other...
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Jocelyn J.


Eugene, OR

$23-25/hr • 11 yrs exp

Jocelyn

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Jo :) I'm 23 years old, I enjoy hiking, music, crafts and games! I'm a kind, compassionate, bubbly person raised in a small town in Nevada with 8 younger siblings. My parents chose to adopt several of their children allowing me to develop my natural care giving abilities. I have 10 plus years of experience that...
Jocelyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Wayne N.


Eugene, OR

$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Integrating Those On The Spectrum

I began in the field years ago both watching and signing in the decline of my grandmother, who eventually transitioned into a facility for care. My professional work began in a memory care facility assisting those with Dementia and Alzheimer's disorder perform activities of daily living. Daily skills ranged from transitioning...
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Bella F.


Eugene, OR

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am attending the University of Oregon where I study environmental studies and business. I am originally from San Jose, California. I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, program coordinator at a summer camp, and camp counselor for five years now. I also have a lot of experience with type one diabetic children and children with...
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Betsy G.


Eugene, OR

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a future Pediatric Occupational Therapist seeking weekend or date night sitting while I study for my board exam. I received my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy May 2020. I have been working with children for over 10 years in various settings! I have worked with children from many different backgrounds with many...
Betsy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Shelby M.


Eugene, OR

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Energetic And Kind Babysitter

I have baby sat on and off through out my life. I have some experience with children just under a year old all the way to 14 years old. I have a good connection with kids of all ages. I have coached a youth track team for four years in high school. I also spent four years helping and coaching special needs children in track and...
Shelby can also help with: Carpooling
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Saige B.


Eugene, OR

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced And Energetic Babysitter

I am 19 years old and a second year collegiate track athlete. I have a lot of experience with children of all ages, special needs and development levels. I worked at a middle school supervising students in classrooms, at lunch and at bus duty. I was a classroom aid for special needs students and a library aid. I've worked as a...
Saige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mikayla C.


Eugene, OR

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hey, my name is Mikayla and I moved to the east valley from Maine in August for grad school. I currently work as a BHT and working on my RBT licensure. I have a teaching license and a B. S. in Early Childhood Education and working on my masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am also CPR/First Aid certified. I hope I get the...
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Nina M.


Eugene, OR

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Very Experienced Nanny

I have 4 years of experience. I have experience with special needs kids as well as babies under 5 months. I would consider myself to be super bubbly and patient. I have a little siblings and love to work with kids
Nina can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Landon M.


Eugene, OR

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have just about a year of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing sports and being outdoors. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and following the parents' lead. I value open communication with parents and provide regular updates about their child's day. I'm...
Landon can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Joselyn K.


Eugene, OR

$17-26/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Josey and I have many years of experience working with special needs children of all ages. I currently work as a Instructional Assistant at a nonprofit school in Eugene. I have experience working with children on all levels of the autism spectrum. I am very outgoing, kind and patient. Please feel free to...

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