Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in Independence, OR

I have 12 years experience working with children who are differently-abled. I have recently received my certified nursing assistance certification. I am registered with the state as a care provider, have done my fingerprint and background checks.

My name is Elsie, I'm 22 years old, and I'm from Salem, OR. I may be young, but I have 10 years of experience in various childcare settings, including: before/after school programs, summer camps, in home childcare, daycares, preschools, and elementary schools. I am have been employed with Salem-Keizer School District since I... show more

Patient and kind. I can provide assistance to a wide range of needs. Hard worker, fast learner. Empath. Thoughtful and respectful.

I'm a compassionate provider with professional & personnel experience. I have 3 kiddos of my own who are neurodivergent and/or have special needs & challenges they face. I love working with kids or individuals but those who have extra challenges my heart loves to help the most. I'd love to support you & yours.

I've been providing childcare for most of my life, from babysitting my little brothers to caring for my friend's kiddos. My brother has Asperger's, and my son has ASD. I've worked as an ABA Therapist, as well as a Direct Support Professional for adults with disabilities. As a mom of a kiddo with disabilities, I know how much of... show more

Hi there! I'm Sarah! I have 2 & 1/2 years of experience with professional caregiving & have been interested in working with individuals with disabilities for many years before. I am an extroverted, engaging, and enthusiastic caregiver who is dedicated to encouraging a positive & creative environment. I have recently finished my... show more

I have a great passion for working with children and adults with special needs. I have experience working with many types of disabilities and varying abilities. It is so exciting for me to see them succeed in something. The look of pride my students get on their faces makes all the hard times worthwhile. I am currently (for the... show more

I am very experienced with children of all ages (0-12). I have references available upon request. I have a lot of experience w/ special needs. I coach special needs individuals (ages 5-42) with varying disabilities and have worked one-on-one with a 3-year-old child with Batten disease (mental impairment, seizures, progressive... show more

Hi there! I am an RN but mostly retired. I have many years RN&care-giving experience with a wide variety of the special needs population. I am very adaptable, give highly personalized care, and have blended quickly and easily with a wide variety of families over the years. I'm also an excellent advocate. My favorite years as a... show more

I have worked almost a year at a company that aided to a helping families with children who have a wide variety of special needs including but not limited to those on the autism spectrum, cerebral palsy, ADHD/ADD, and Down syndrome.

Hi! My name is Abby and I have worked with kiddos pretty much my whole life. I've tutored and babysat mainly but would be open to caring for your loved one. Let me know what your schedule is that you're needing and I will get in touch with you!

I was a special needs teacher for a year and also have experience in a group home with special needs children.

Hi there! My name is Kelsie B., I am 22 years old and I just graduated from OSU with a degree in Kinesiology! I am beyond excited to head over to George Fox University next year for grad school among their Physical Therapy program! For the past three years I have spent my days either in my research lab, dog training with... show more

I have cared for a lot of special need children and young teens all through out my life. I am really passionate about taking care of people and love and enjoy doing so.

Since child hood I have helped care for family with developmental delays, more recently as I moved back from alaska I started a career of supporting those on the spectrum , I since have worked with various different medical/behavioral needs, as well as many different mobility's/ speech patterns, and have very select ASL... show more

I started with special needs at Fairview training center when I was 18. Although I do not agree with any of their practices I do have the experience. I also work at a care home in Portland for about 5 years where I was honored to work with high level special needs which is one of my favorite positions I've ever had.

I have been work with intellectual or developmental disabilities for over 4 years. In regards to ages I started working with adults and navigated my way towards youth and teens. What I strive to do is make effort in creating meaningful impact that can help anyone grow within their lives and daily habits. Interpersonal... show more

As for babysitting/nannying, I have cared for children from the ages of 3 months - 16 years old over the past 10 years. I have worked for families as a personal assistant helping with things such as dishes, laundry, school pick up and drop offs, homework and behavioral help as well mostly for youth on the spectrum with behavior... show more

Hi there! I have experience working with children with autism as a caregiver and also a behavior technician. I also have a few years experience caring for adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. I love being able to care for others while being in a positive environment.

I was a camp counselor for five years and I dealt with kids of all types. Children who had ADD and ADHD. Behavior issues, such as listening, outbursts/tantrums etc. I also babysat a young boy for about a year with behavior issues and anger management. My experience with special needs is not as great as my other experiences, but... show more