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

I have done CNA training and was formerly licensed with the state of Oregon (didnt renew due to staying home with my children). I know CPR and first aid. I've worked in skilled rehab centers and homes that cater to people with developmental delays and mental illness. I also have two special needs children myself (autism/adhd)... show more

My main experience with special needs individuals is from year 7-12 I volunteered in the special needs classroom at my school. I found it external rewarding and had a lot of fun. The main diagnosis I worked with were Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome. I would be open to assisting other ones as well I just would need more... show more

I am a fun-loving person. I really love what I do. I am CPR certified. I've been trained to deal with behaviors. I have CNA experience and I have good references.

While teaching Kindergarten and preschool, I had several students in my classroom who were on the spectrum. While their needs were minor, and all were able to be fully inclusive in my classroom, I learned a tremendous amount from those students. As any parent will tell you, patience and kindness are the greatest virtues gained... show more

I have a psychology degree and great compassion to help others. After being a case manager for at risk teens, I was a youth coordinator for the blind and have three teen girls of my own. I have been both nanny and elderly caregiver to many families over the years and assisted my best friend through her palliative cancer care in... show more

I have 16 years of experience working with children and teens that are affected by ASD, ADHD AND SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDERS. I have raised a child with these special needs and I'm aware of what's involved. I am extremely attentive, kind and understanding and I take direction well. I would love the opportunity to meet and talk... show more

I am a homeschooling mom with 2 kids. One is dyslexic and has some issues regulating big emotions. The other has articulation issues and higher energy. I have cared for a teen with down syndrome with some language issues.

I have worked with children on the spectrum in ABA therapy, worked at a school in the special needs room, done private care for kids/adults as well as worked in a caregiving home for elders. I am very comfortable in new settings and although I do have a lot of experience, I am continuously learning new things. I like to ask... show more

I have worked as a one-on-one preschool teacher for children with varying exceptionalities. My students have diagnoses such as battens disease, cerebral palsy, and autism. For the student who was terminally ill with battens disease I also provided respite care while he was on hospice. I also have the privilege of coaching... show more

I am extremely passionate about special needs individuals. I have experience caring for them for 6 years and have enjoyed my encounters with those people thoroughly. I have the patience, loving nature, and sense of humor that I believe helps me connect with special needs individuals. I am going to college to become an elementary... show more

I was a caregiver/med-aid in Woodburn Or, worked Alzheimer's and dementia patients.