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254 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
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5.0
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I have 4 years of experience working with kids and animals. I've worked with ages 3months-10years, nannying for multiple families over the years as well as working in an orphanage in Mexico over the summer pre-covid. My passion is childcare and I'm comfortable working with children who need special care and extra patience as I...
5.0
"We hired Alissa for full-time care for our 6-month-old for a few months. We also asked her to take care of his areas which included cleaning, picking up toys, and laundry. She is intelligent, punctual,...
Reviewed by Derik K.
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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...
5.0
"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.
4.1
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Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings.
Home w/animals is OK.
* Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered.
Oregon PSW
3.0
"Stephanie was very kind, patient with our kids, and seemed like she had a lot of experience. Our older son liked playing with her and was excited to see her on the second day.
Unfortunately we tried to hire...
Reviewed by Warren R.
Fernanda S.
Portland, OR
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.0
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I've been working with kids for over 8 years, and I have experience with kids of all ages from infants to teenagers. I also have experience with kids with special needs.
I used to be an au pair, after that, I have worked in a daycare for a year, I needed to move on so I started working for some families and had great...
5.0
"She is a sweetheart girl, very helpful and responsible, she always took good care of my little girl!"
Reviewed by Kristy M.
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I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
5.0
"We can't say enough positive things about Georgia. She was thoughtful, respectful, and I know that she really cared about our kids. Lots of time outside, baking, arts and crafts, and helping with virtual...
Reviewed by Emily H.
4.7
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Hi there! My name is Aydia and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare experience working with three families as full time nanny's with kids of all ages. I primarily focus on and have the most experience with infants and toddlers, I also have experience working with twins and children with special needs. I am trained...
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"Aydia and my 8 year old daughter established rapport right away! they had lots of fun together and Aydia was also great with our dog! Aydia was prompt, responsive, friendly and professional. we definitely look...
Reviewed by Alexis O.
Genna L.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I've babysat for all ages from 4 months and up. I've been babysitting/nannying for 8 years now and am certified in CPR and have had lifeguard training. I've interned at an elementary school as well and have worked with special needs kids and helped with homework. I cook as well and can make the kids food.
5.0
"Genna helped us out for a few months with childcare and pet sitting. She was very trustworthy and handled my kids and their moods well. Would definitely recommend her!"
Reviewed by Danielle T.
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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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I've been professionally immersed in the world of child care for 7 years. With 5 years of full-time nannying and 2 years in education, I've cared for children aged 4 months to 18 years. As an Assistant Teacher and a Special Education Paraeducator, my journey has been rich with experiences. Currently, I provide full-time care for...
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"Maddison was wonderful with our 2 boys, so much so that my 2 year old's first words the next morning were "play with Maddison". She was available on short notice, on time every morning and very flexible with...
Reviewed by Krista E.
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Hello! I am a fun, flexible, and patient caregiver who has been working with kids ages 3-18 for the last 8 years. I have worked with youth in a variety of settings such as in schools, group homes, and on wilderness expeditions. I have a wide range of knowledge and love to create learning adventures and fun projects. I also have...
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"Christine is fun, engaging, punctual, and always maintains clear communication. She has been caring for my two young kids for the past year and we are so grateful for her. She has helped us navigate positive...
Reviewed by Mikaela F.
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I've had the privilege of working as a "manny" for three years. I highly value the role of positive male figures in the healthy development of youth and take great pride in my work. My approach is a balance of "fun, firm and fair."
I've also served as an ABA therapist for children living with Autism, a 1-on-1 aid in special...
5.0
""V" was a wonderful addition to our family and we now consider him part of our extended care network. He is a skilled communicator, patient, empathetic and creative. He really invested in getting to know our...
Reviewed by Angela G.
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I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I also have daycare experience as well as Montessori I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages as well as special needs children. I also have daycare experience as well as Montessori training.
I describe myself as a...
4.0
"We hired Morgan last minute and she was able to help. Our son liked her and we would definitely hire again!"
Reviewed by Ashley R.
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Hello, my name is Braeden! I am a care professional who has been providing services privately and via agencies for over 7 years. I have experience working in in-home care, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice environments and am comfortable providing care ranging anywhere...
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"For 4 years Braeden was a caregiver for my husband who had advanced stage Altzheimers. He has much experience caring for people who have different needs. He was well liked by myself and other caregivers. He was...
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I've worked with non-verbal & verbal children along various spectrums categorized as delay, adjusted developmental course, and autism. I believe these children are just like any other kids, and their needs are modified versions of neurotypical needs. They should and deserve to be treated with love, compassion, respect, dignity,...
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I have worked in direct care for those with both developmental disabilities and with autism. I was trained as a CNA at BOCES Ulster county and did extensive training at my job with a care center for people with Autism.
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I have a passion for teaching and helping kids explore the world around them. Children should have the opportunity to develop life skills through play from day one. I have worked with children for 10+ years, facilitating learning experiences. I have experience with kids from infancy to middle school, as well as children with...
Elizabeth M.
Portland, OR
$10-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Paraeducator Looking For Summertime Special Needs Nanny Position
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During the academic year I work as a paraeducator in a Portland public high school. I have experience working with children and youth of all age ranges, from infancy to late teens, and abilities in both an educational and care capacity. I have worked with children and youth with orthopedic, visual, intellectual, genetic,...
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During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
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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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I have worked with students with ASD from ages 5-16 over the last decade. My experience ranges from 1-1 kindergarten classroom aide to high school tutoring/mentoring. I currently work with Sophomores in high school part-time (remotely now!) with a variety of special needs and mental health backgrounds, as a mentor/tutor/advocate...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portland, OR
Alissa R.
5.0
We hired Alissa for full-time care for our 6-month-old for a few months. We also asked her to take care of his areas which included cleaning, picking up toys, and laundry. She is intelligent, punctual, diligent, and industrious. One thing we really appreciated is that she is a clear communicator and...
- Derik K.
Kayana F.
5.0
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 number of years, and my daughter was so excited to show me her forward roll after working...
- Lindsey G.
Stephanie K.
3.0
Stephanie was very kind, patient with our kids, and seemed like she had a lot of experience. Our older son liked playing with her and was excited to see her on the second day.
Unfortunately we tried to hire Stephanie for a fixed 3 day period (which was agreed to in writing) and on the second day...
- Warren R.
Fernanda S.
5.0
She is a sweetheart girl, very helpful and responsible, she always took good care of my little girl!
- Kristy M.
Georgia M.
5.0
We can't say enough positive things about Georgia. She was thoughtful, respectful, and I know that she really cared about our kids. Lots of time outside, baking, arts and crafts, and helping with virtual learning. She did it all. I would hire her again in a heartbeat:)
- Emily H.
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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 117 reviews of the 254 listed special needs caregivers.