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251 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Portland, OR
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Hello my name is Cory I've been an aid for going on 9 years, in high school I joint the special needs class which was always something I wanted to do. Challenging but I thought it would help me later in life if ever I needed to learn for my own children or In general learn to help others. I don't have professional background...
Gabby E.
Portland, OR
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Provided extra help to the boy that was diagnosed with Intellectual disability at the age of 3 years old. Had to teach him in a way that he would be able to understand and not also would not get bored right away about the subject he is learning.
Savannah S.
Portland, OR
$21-26/hr
Compassionate And Creative Individual Looking To Work With Children Or Adults
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Hey I'm Savannah, I'm excited to meet you! Some things to know about me, I am light-hearted, compassionate, and attentive. I have years of experience working with people and caring for animals. It is important to me to work in environments that center around interpersonal relationships and that focus on building community. I am...
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I have 5 years experience, certified in Oregon and Washington states. I am Compassionate, patient, professionalism and integrity are key to me.
Thank you!
Mary Jane S.
Portland, OR
$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have over 10 years experience in working with a vast range of clients with special needs.
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Hello, my name is Gina. I'm 23 years old and I'm a behavior therapist for children ages 2-8 with autism. I've been working at MEBE here in North County for a year now. I will be starting my MA in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy starting on April 6th. (The only time I am unavailable is Tuesday...
Andrea W.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr
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I have an adult daughter with Down Syndrome. Needless to say, working with children with special needs is very close to my heart.
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Growing up, my mom has always been a special education teacher. This has given me ample experience with cognitive, physical, and developmental disabilities. In addition, I have 4 years of one on one care with a teenager with severe cerebral palsy who is also nonverbal.
Allison E.
Portland, OR
$24-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have always been comfortable and made friends naturally with those that have physical or mental diversities. My mother was in a wheelchair for over 12 years of my life and had to have reconstructive pelvic/hip surgery and two hip replacements. I was raised by her and my grandmother who had cancer 3 times and was on hospice...
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Hi there! I'm Ailish. I'm so excited to be a part of your care team! I have combined 5 years experience with caregiving. I have worked with epileptic children, autistic children, and blind/visually impaired. I have done adult caregiving for clients with advanced MS, and dementia. I have also worked in residential counseling for...
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I offer in-depth sensitivity to the needs of individuals of varying emotional and health requirements with compassion, warmth, caring, serenity, approachability, attentiveness, dependability, support and presence. Holistic health and well-being are encouraged through compassionate understanding, focused observation & supportive...
Lana M.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I started my healthcare career in 2002 at 16 years old when I became a Certified Nursing Assistant. I worked at a nursing home and at Kalispell Regional Medical Center before moving to Portland in 2005. When I had my son in 2007, I was blessed to be a stay at home mother for 5 years. My son has autism, which has taught me, and...
Sula W.
Portland, OR
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver, Life Skills Instructor, Art Teacher, Tutor
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My background is in home-based early intervention therapy, I worked in private practice using an integrated model including OT, SLP, Social Thinking and ABA methods. I have worked as a Special Educator in both elementary and high school classrooms, teaching a variety of life and academic skills. I currently work as a Transition...
Jordan W.
Portland, OR
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a 24 years old student at PSU this year pursuing a second bachelors and will start a masters program fall 2022. My first BA was at Eastern Washington University in Children Studies with a focus on child and family support. My favorite activities to do with kids is arts and crafts as well as reading. I am CPR and first aid...
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I am passionate about providing care to all individuals of all abilities.
-6 years of professional experience with special needs.
-Bachelors degree in Psychology from Hamilton College 2015
-Camp counselor at Pine Tree Camp in Rome, Maine working with individuals ages 7-75 with physical, developmental, and emotional special...
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I have six years experience working with many fabulous people with unique care needs. The people I have worked with have been in the age ranges of 10-75 and have often needed physical and emotional support. While I'm working with someone it is my intention to provide present care and build a solid understanding of that...
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Hi! My name is Graham G. and I am from Stowe, VT. I am moving to Portland, OR sometime mid-September and am actively seeking a full time nannying position. Beginning in high school, I have been actively involved in both babysitting and adult/child personal care assistance. For adult care, I have experience working for a...
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With my many opportunities of working in and out of the Stanford Hospital and surrounding satellite clinics, I have quite a bit of experience in patient care. I have also assisted individuals with disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, ASD, and muscle dystrophy which requires a bit more attention and many more steps in daily...
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Hello! I am a fun, flexible, and patient caregiver who has been working with kids ages 1-18 for the last 9 years. I have worked with youth in a variety of settings such as in schools, nannying, group homes, and on wilderness expeditions. I encourage outside time and learning through play. I am a Master of Social Work student who...
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Hi! My childcare experience began with a few younger brothers (oldest sibling should be a resumé bullet point) and it's the field I've dedicated many professional years to now! Special Education is my niche and guides how I work. Some of my most memorable experiences have been private nannying (:
I am a STRONG advocate for...
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Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 101 reviews of the 251 listed special needs caregivers.