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

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... show more

Hello. I am available to work with individuals who have special needs, as a nanny, tutor, or care assistant. I have 5 years of experience in public school Special Education, 2 years in a private Montessori setting, and 4 as a live-in nanny. I particularly worked as a one on one support for 2 girls with down syndrome for 5 years.... show more

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... show more

I studied Graduate level Music Therapy in Ohio, and worked with children with various special needs during my pre-clinical session. I am very interested in caring for children with Autism/Aspergers, in particular. My father and nephew have both been diagnosed with AS. Using music as a way to ease transitions is a strength. If... show more

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,... show more

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... show more

I love children. I think any child can be fun to work with. I work as a behavior therapist with an organization for children with autism and related disorders. I always look forward to my job.

I have been a volunteer for a down syndrome organization since 2019! One of the best decisions and experiences of my life, it gave me the opportunity to learn more about special needs, how to take care of them, the beautiful journey of sharing your life with them! I don't see them like an extra hard job, I use to feel like they... show more

I am a mindful and patient caregiver. I enjoy encouraging creativity and nourishing natural skills. I worked as a job coach in an adult vocational school before becoming a Registered Behavior Therapist serving children with special needs. Yoga and meditation are a part of my daily self care routine.

Hello, My name is Bella and I have been working with typical and atypical developing children ages newborn-18yrs since 2013. I am CPR and first-aid certified, not a smoker, a great cook, and have my own transportation. I was naturally drawn to your ad because I had so much fun working with a 3-year-old and newborn in Bellevue... show more

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... show more

Hey there! I'm currently available with date nights and one or two reccuring nights a week! With over two years of rocking it as a respite care worker and 18 years personal experience with my brother with Autism, I've got the experience and the heart to make every moment count. From wrangling energetic kiddos with ADHD to... show more

Hello, I'm Cheryl, I'm 43 years old and have a 12 and 8-year-old. I have been working with children for 7 years. I spent 6 years working with pre-schoolers in a special needs school. I have qualifications in positive behavior support, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and DT (Developmental therapy). My oldest child is on the... show more

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... show more

I work currently as an instructional assistant in a non-profit private special education school. Prior to that I worked as a substitute special education assistant in an elementary school. I love working with neurodivergent kids! I'm particularly good with kids who have adhd and/or autism.

My name is Brian, and I'm a Special Education and Elementary Education Teacher (Dual Licensure) Candidate. I'm passionate about helping those challenged by adversity, especially children. I've spent the last year working as a Skills Trainer at Oak Grove Academy (day therapeutic treatment school) and the prior year working in a... show more

I have been a caretaker for the past 12 years. I have worked with many different types of people and settings. For the last 5 years I have been working as a BSF at Wheatley School. My position there required me to assist many students with significant support needs and disabilities, mental and physical.

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... show more

I am a former Special Education teacher looking for work in the Portland Area. I have 5 years experience teaching kindergarten through second grade students with significant disabilities.

I am a certified Special Education Teacher, and worked in that capacity at the high school level for 10 years. Additionally, I have over 20 years experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. I am comfortable with individuals of all ability levels, including behavior challenges and welcome new opportunities.