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Christine D.


Portland, OR

$15-19/hr

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Hello, I am a positive, energetic caregiver of 30 years. Would Love to spend time with children of special needs . I am open minded and willing to learn. I believe connection and routine is key to success! I would love to talk more and see if we click .
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Betzabell C.


Beaverton, OR

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Adventurist And Fun Sitter, Lets Explore Together

hello, my name is Betzabell and I have a little over 15 years of experience caring for kiddos. Some of my educational training I have are; 2 years as a kindergarten teacher assistant and 2 years as a pre-school teacher assistant. I also have experience with special needs kids as I did an internship with medically fragile...
Betzabell can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maggie B.


Portland, OR

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Caregiver Available!

Hello! I'm a 28-year-old part-time student, currently working on my prerequisites to get a Masters or accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I'm hoping to work part-time while I attend school. :) I have over 15 years of childcare experience for a range of ages, from babies to teenagers-- including experience with...
Maggie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda H.


Sherwood, OR

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time SPED Caregiver

I have worked with special needs children since I was a child myself, and I liked it so much that I decided to turn it into a career. I am starting the new school year as a special education instructional assistant at Edy Ridge Elementary. Before that I was a SPED instructional assistant at Sherwood Middle School for three...
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Kylee T.


Portland, OR

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am an experienced babysitter and pet sitter. I am 19years old . CPR certified and have a certificate/card. I am skilled in taking care of children with special needs, and I am comfortable with pets of all sizes and temperaments. I am reliable, have a strong work ethic, and am committed to providing the best possible care. I am...
Kylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kristina H.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-Time Assistance For Youth With Special Needs

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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Marguerita E.


Lake Oswego, OR

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Care Giver

Special needs available. I care and have beautiful references. I come from a family of 11. We get along beautifully and all are successful and kind. I would love to care for your family member.
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Angel S.


Beaverton, OR

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Right out of high school I started caregiving, I ventured off and went to school, I have an associates degree, then went back to caregiving. My main goal is to make sure people are comfortable, everyone has different expectations and experiences through life and that means care will look different for different people....
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Mollee O.


Portland, OR

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I cared for special needs children and citizens while working in my church's nursery, at the daycare/preschool I worked at, and at the assisted living home. I am very patient and kind, and know how to treat special needs children and adults with respect, care, and guidance.
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Katelyn L.


Lake Oswego, OR

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I've been in healthcare since I was 18 working in rehabilitation long term care, memory care, behavioral specialist mentor for clients on the spectrum and in acute care neurosurgery unit at Providence. I'm very comfortable, confident and passionate about the care in able to provide. My care style is individualized based on your...
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Aliyah L.


Portland, OR

$19-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Aliyah, and I'm a passionate and dedicated babysitter with over 10 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to preteens. With 5 years of paid babysitting experience and an additional 5 years of tutoring, I specialize in providing care and support for children with special needs. I take...
Aliyah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I'm an open minded person, so I'll be able to learn fast and adapt quickly to the help you guys need I can also help with transportation.
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Katie C.


Tualatin, OR

$18-32/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare And Mother Of Two

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and positively impacting their lives. With four years of experience, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor allow me to connect...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Joy G.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First aid and CPR certified, works well with individuals with special needs, flexible schedule, has a masters degree in working with children with disabilities, and going back to school for marriage and family therapy.
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Laura C.


Sherwood, OR

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked both in classroom settings and in home settings alike for over 20 years. I hold current Adult/child/infant First-Aid and CPR/AED certification. I attended and graduated from Portland Public Schools, Portland Community College and PSU. In 2021 I voluntarily left the classroom after 15 years and moved to working in...
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Danielle T.


Lake Oswego, OR

$16-29/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Danielle but I go by Dani! I am almost 20 years old, and enjoy writing poetry, short stories, and drawing in my free time. I have slightly over six months of experience nannying two grade-school kids. I was also a Pacific Northwest Outdoor School counselor for sixth graders in my senior year of high school. During...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maryellen E.


Portland, OR

$16-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher and school counselor. I also raised a diabetic child while working full time. I know and fully appreciate what a huge job parenting is. I am a "senior" and I know that sometimes all we need is a helping hand to do those errands or get transportation to/from an appointment or outing. I am here and would be...
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Adrienne C.


Tualatin, OR

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a very experienced caregiver with all different age groups and different disabilities I have worked in hospitals as a patient sitter, in home caregiver, and a direct care worker in group homes with adults and children. I have experience with personal care, transfers with Hoyers and gait belts, feeding, companionship and...
I have many years experience working as a caregiver. I have taken care of hospice patients, seniors and people with special needs . I love to cook! Caregiving gives me so much joy!
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
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Bella A.


Portland, OR

$30-45/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Life Skills Teacher

Hello, My name is Bella and I have been working with typical and atypical developing children ages newborn-18yrs since 2013. I am CPR and first-aid certified, not a smoker, a great cook, and have my own transportation. I was naturally drawn to your ad because I had so much fun working with a 3-year-old and newborn in Bellevue...

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