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Emily N.

West Linn, OR

from: $16/hr

Hello, my names Emily. I am studying music education at western Oregon university. I have experience being in a classroom with students with autism. I have helped out in my dads special ed classroom some students having autism. I may not have a ton of experience but I am a fast learner and happy to work to find what's best for...

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Michelle H.

Supporting Your Loved One, And Are You Through Your Life Changes.

West Linn, OR

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

12 years applied mental health experience, in both individual and group settings. My specialty is focusing on short term, solution-focused, behavioral health care and social interaction. I believe in horticultural therapy, holistic health and empowering individuals in the setting that they're in.

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Sara G.

West Linn, OR

from: $25/hr

8 years experience

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

Hi! My name is Sara and I am excited to meet you and your family! I am a Registered Nurse with my Masters in Pediatric Nursing. I have just moved back to the Portland area after living abroad in the UK for 4 years. I worked a Pediatric ICU nurse in London and now I work part-time as a nurse in a Pediatricians office. I am...

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Natalie A.

Babysitter/Nanny

West Linn, OR

from: $20/hr

8 years experience

Light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

meal prep

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I started babysitting when I was 14 years old. When I was 15 I was hired working. My job was to work with children and teenagers, some with special needs. I'm majored in human development and family sciences with an option in elementary education because of my passion for working with and helping children. I have worked at...

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Taylor H.

Part-time Nanny Available

West Linn, OR

from: $16/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

Hi! My name is Taylor and I will be a sophomore at Oregon State. I'm from the Portland area, and I have 5 siblings, 3 of which are younger than me. I have a lot of experience with kids, just from my family, and I have also babysat and nannied as my job for the past 3 years. My experience is with kids ranging from newborns to...

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Aislinn R.

West Linn, OR

from: $25/hr

11 years experience

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

Hi my name is Aislinn (said like Ashlyn). I just moved here to West Linn from San Diego. I have over 10 years of paid experience working with children aged 0-12, including babysitting, part-time and full-time nannying, and working for KinderCare Champions after-school program. I have also worked with children with special...

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Rachel U.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

meal prep

swimming supervision

I am a fun, outgoing, compassionate sitter who loves art and playing outside! I have nannied for multiple families long term, with children ranging from 4 months old to 14 years old. Additionally, I grew up caring for my two younger sisters and my two special needs cousins, so I have experience with a wide variety of ages and...

Nick G. says "Rachel cared for our infant son for about 3 months. She was very active and playful with him, always up for taking him on walks to the park. I never saw her...

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Faith C.

Portland, OR

4.0(1)

from: $26/hr

12 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

With over a decade of experience caring for children, I bring a calm and patient approach to childcare. My motivation stems from positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and a genuine desire to positively impact young lives by supporting families with reliable care. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of...

Care Member says "Faith is a pro - a parent and advocate. She is wonderful - highly reco!"

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Willow B.

Kind, Reliable, And Experienced Nanny.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hi there! My name is Willow and I'm an experienced caregiver looking for work. I usually work full time as a nurse in long term care but due to low census at my facility my work hours have been temporarily reduced! I have almost full time availability Monday-Friday open through Sep 30th to offer childcare services. I have around...

Phillip L. says "Willow is amazing and everything we had hoped in a nanny for our Son. She is very easy to be around, made a quick connection to our son, and has quickly...

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Heather F.

Ready, Willing And Able...

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $23/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

swimming supervision

travel

I am an experienced, warm and friendly mother of 3 wonderful children.. I have over 30 years experience working with (19 of these years have been with special needs) children as my identical twin boys are on the Autism Spectrum... I enjoy doing activities such as crafts, puzzles or going to the park. I believe being a caretaker...

Care Member says "Heather was an incredible nanny to our one year old son. She brought so much warmth, joy, and organization to our family every day and our son lit up...

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Diana N.

Caring Professional

Oregon City, OR

5.0(0)

from: $45/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am a long time care giver. I specialize in a wide range of activities. Responsibilities are negotiable.

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Beverly B.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 12 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

meal prep

+ 1 more

Availability in January 2026! I am an experienced nanny specializing in infant care. I am also a newborn expert. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of Portland, where I studied dance and genetics. A Montessori alum, I enjoy promoting experiential learning, encouraging interaction and observation of a...

Care Member says "We’ve used Annie several times and she’s great with our kids. We know she can handle it when they’re extra upset to be left behind. "

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Alina J.

Beaverton, OR

5.0(1)

from: $19/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

meal prep

+ 1 more

I've always had a passion for helping children. I've worked at a Co-op school for children with a variety of special needs such as Cereal palsy, multiple sclerosis & Autism. While working at this Co-op I received training on seizures, lifting and transferring children, feeding and diapering (I'm CPR, CPI & 1st Aid Certified)...

Naomi H. says "Alina is the best. She is very communicative and we are thankful to have found her. Our daughter has special needs and has an abundance of patience and...

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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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Annette C.

RN With Over 30 Years Experience.

Tualatin, OR

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

I am a retired RN. I have worked with medically fragile children and in hospice for years. Since leaving the work force I have pursued becoming a yoga instructor I have been helping people with feeling better in their health through nutrition and exercise. I am needing a change of pace from corporate America working as a nurse...

Deann H. says "I have known Annette for over 30 years and she is an incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate person. She went into nursing because she wanted a caring...

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Gisella C.

Dependable, Trustworthy, Patient And Caring Nanny Seeking A Wonderful Family

Lake Oswego, OR

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 19 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

craft assistance

travel

meal prep

+ 1 more

I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I adore spending time with children and have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborns, infants, toddlers, school age and even teenagers) and also have experience caring for children with special needs. I am...

Care Member says "We have loved having Gisella care for our children. She is an expert at infant care and does it with ease but is also so so great with our older boys...

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Michaela M.

Sherwood, OR

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have 4 years experience, with 3 years of Registered In-home care experience. I provide care for children, elderly, single individuals, and couples. I am also CPR, BLS, and ACLS certified. I graduate college, majoring in Respiratory Therapy. I have many medical professional references and have a great background history. Some...

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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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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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Alexis C.

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Portland, OR

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My early experience in childcare prepared and enabled me to work not only with the child but their family and medical team in a way that sparked my love for helping all types of families. I have also worked very closely with adults and the elderly with the same or similar conditions and medical needs in order to better provide...

Eileen O. says "We were fortunate to have Alex watch our 13 month old child who takes a while to warm up to people and has a fit when we leave the room. Alex handled it...

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Rachel U.

Rachel cared for our infant son for about 3 months. She was very active and playful with him, always up for taking him on walks to the park....

- Nick G.

Faith C.

Faith is a pro - a parent and advocate. She is wonderful - highly reco!

- Care member

Willow B.

Willow is amazing and everything we had hoped in a nanny for our Son. She is very easy to be around, made a quick connection to our son,...

- Phillip L.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in West Linn, OR

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Emily N.

Michelle H.

Supporting Your Loved One, And Are You Through Your Life Changes.

Sara G.

Natalie A.

Babysitter/Nanny

Taylor H.

Part-time Nanny Available

Aislinn R.

Rachel U.

Faith C.

Willow B.

Kind, Reliable, And Experienced Nanny.

Heather F.

Ready, Willing And Able...

Diana N.

Caring Professional

Beverly B.

Alina J.

Stephanie Y.

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Annette C.

RN With Over 30 Years Experience.

Gisella C.

Dependable, Trustworthy, Patient And Caring Nanny Seeking A Wonderful Family

Michaela M.

Kelly M.

Beverly B.

Available, Experienced, SPED Educator

Alexis C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in West Linn, OR

Rachel U.

Faith C.

Willow B.

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