Find Trusted Down Syndrome Care Near Me in Hillsboro, OR
We have 21 Down syndrome care in Hillsboro, OR! Compare and hire the best Down syndrome care to fit your needs.
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Find Down syndrome care in Hillsboro, OR that you’ll love
21 Down syndrome care are listed in Hillsboro, OR
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby Down syndrome care is 6 years
Down syndrome care in Hillsboro, OR
Kara S.
Hillsboro, OR
$29/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kara and I would describe my personality as optimistic, driven and warm.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent, working for a kind family where we can find mutual values and respect.
I started working with kids when I was fresh out of college. I was a nanny for 5 years for the same family, children aged birth to 5....
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am CPR and First Aid Certified. In addition, I have 50 hours of infant training. I have experience working with special needs children (autism, Down syndrome, multiples, and drug addicted children).
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariah is an angel. She is very skilled with infants, and comes into our home quiet as a mouse and does magical things here for us. She's organized, sweet and fun! Our baby smiles all day with her. You would want her for your nanny, but I'm not sure she'll ever be...
Jan B.
Makinzie B.
Hillsboro, OR
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
I strongly believe that all children and adults should be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of age, race, background, gender, or sexual orientation. I have worked with kids for about 10 years with ages ranging from 3 months - 11 years old. I am experienced with dialectical behavior therapy and emotion regulation...
Makinzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Britni O.
Hillsboro, OR
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have many years of teaching, nannying, babysitting, caregiving and childcare experience. CPR, first aid and AED for infants and adults, food handlers card, I'm a mandatory reporter and have early childhood development continuing education hours, OIS certified and have tons of experience working with those on the autism...
Makinzie B.
Hillsboro, OR
$20-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
My name is Makinzie
I live in Hillsboro with my 4-year-old dog. In my free time, I study osteology and graphic design.
I strongly believe that all children and adults should be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of age, race, background, gender, or sexual orientation. I have worked with kids for about 10 years with...
Makinzie can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training, administration of medicine
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
My oldest brother has Down Syndrome and I have been his caretaker for almost 5 years now. We work on his sign language, verbal communication and hygiene habits. He is a light in my life, and I am so passionate about helping improve his quality of life, along with being a best friend and support. I have worked in the school...
5.0
"Brooke is amazing! She loves working with children and has a heart of gold. She is very reliable and dependable. She has a lot of experience in childcare and even with working with special needs children."
Betsy O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children with special needs for over 20 years and absolutely love it! I am patient, reliable, nurturing, responsible, energetic and creative. I possess an A. S. In Early Childhood Education, a B. S. in Child Development and an M. S. in Special Education. I have extensive training in working with children...
5.0
"Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most important occupied so that the other kids and us parents can have respite from the demands of a special needs...
Debora L.
Claire S.
Portland, OR
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have a BA in Psychology and I believe my education has really helped me understand several physical and mental disabilities really well. I am also a naturally empathetic, compassionate, and patient person. I am vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19.
I have family members with autism, mental illness, diabetes, and...
Merrie H.
Portland, OR
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Speech-Pathologist Willing You Give Personalized Tutoring!
5.0
(2)
Hey there! I can not wait to meet you! I love working with children who need a lot of extra attention related to learning! I am very patient and would love the opportunity to work more individually with a family during this odd time. I can not promise how long I'll be available, but if the connection is right, I would be willing...
5.0
"Merrie did an evaluation of my elderly father who had challenges with swallowing. She was so patient with him and respectful of his need to share stories about his life. I was very impressed with her assessment skills which combined effortlessly with her...
Jeanne H.
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,...
When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special...
I have worked with children with reactive attachment disorder, fetal alcohol syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I worked at a boarding school for girls with reactive attachment disorder, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism I was direct care provider at this job. I watched over the girls made sure they were following...
I have 10+ years of experience working with kids (0-18) and adults with adaptive needs. I believe in learning through play and my goal when working with all individuals with physical or cognitive needs is to help them be as independent as possible. I have experience as a peer mentor/buddy, swim instructor, adaptive physical...
I have over five years experience working with children who have Down Syndrome at various age, and from higher to lower functioning children. I have one year paid experience as a Personal Support Worker (through Multnomah County, however I can be transferred between counties). My experience is mostly with children who have DS. I...
Hello, my name is Marquita. I have been a nanny since 2010, working with beautiful children some with special needs and some without. I have great patience and sincerity. I do have experience with ADHD, down syndrome, autism and behavioral issues. I would love for you to join me to your team I am happy to help Anywhere needed. I...
Madeline L.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Looking For Families To Support
Hello! I am a special education teacher of children with moderate-severe disabilities and a licensed learning behavior specialist. I am looking for a family to support on an occasional/part time basis while I save some money. I have experience working with people with autism, down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and...
Hailey W.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Hailey! I am 18 and a college student, and I am majoring in child psychology. I have around 2 years of experience working with kids who have autism and down syndrome, and I have six years of experience babysitting and nannying. Just recently I worked for a family with a 4-year-old kid who has down syndrome. I...
Hi, I'm Lavender! I've spent most of my life around friends and family who are struggling with either mental or physical health challenges. As a result, I am educated about a variety of health issues and sensitive to the myriad of challenges that come with them. I believe that compassion and education are the foundation for...
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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Hillsboro, OR
Mariah D.
5.0
Mariah is an angel. She is very skilled with infants, and comes into our home quiet as a mouse and does magical things here for us. She's organized, sweet and fun! Our baby smiles all day with her. You would want her for your nanny, but I'm not sure she'll ever be available again ;-)
- Jan B.
Brooke O.
5.0
Brooke is amazing! She loves working with children and has a heart of gold. She is very reliable and dependable. She has a lot of experience in childcare and even with working with special needs children.
- Betsy O.
Adrienne M.
5.0
Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most important occupied so that the other kids and us parents can have respite from the demands of a special needs child. Adrienne is smart, fun for my...
- Debora L.
Merrie H.
5.0
Merrie did an evaluation of my elderly father who had challenges with swallowing. She was so patient with him and respectful of his need to share stories about his life. I was very impressed with her assessment skills which combined effortlessly with her compassion.
- Jeanne H.