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60 special needs child care are listed in Ridgefield, WA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 4 years

Special needs child care in Ridgefield, WA

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Heather M.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience with Emotional and Behavioral Challenges

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I have personal and professional experience working with children who have mild to severe behaior and emotional challenges. I am trained and experienced in diffusing negative behavior and redirecting children to make good choices. I have a good knowledge base on ADHD, ADD, Sensory Integration Disorder, Autism, Aspergers,...
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"Heather is truly an amazing caretaker. She is dependable, sensible, compassionate, kind, intelligent, honest, loyal, and giving. She is easy to communicate with. She has amazingly good judgment. She has exceeded all our hopes and expectations as a caretaker and...

Gail W.

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Sally S.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter/Nanny

Hello, besides raising 4 of my own kids I have worked in schools for 12 years now- 11 of those in autism rooms. I have helped in the Life Skills and the Star programs as well as working as a certified RBT. I mostly have been in Elementary schools working in Intermediate Autism, I have worked with ages 3 to 23 years old in the...
5.0
"Ms. Sally has been like part of our family for over 10 years. She started out as my son's aide in his Autism class for 3 years, occasionally, she would sit for my son and daughter over the years, even taking care of my 3 dogs when we went out of town. Ms. Sally...

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Brooke O.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Respite Provider

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.

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Hannah M.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

With extensive experience supporting children, elderly individuals, adults with disabilities, and individuals navigating the end-of-life process, I bring a compassionate, gentle, and empathetic approach to caregiving. Over the past five years in California, I have had the privilege of working with adults with disabilities in...
5.0
"Hannah has always shown an extremely sensitive and kind heart towards those she cares for. She is a valued co-worker and friend of mine, and we are sorry to see her leave, but we know whoever receives care from her will be in the best of hands."

Heidi W.

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Leah G.


Portland, OR

$19-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Looking For LAUGHS

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My brother has been a medical mystery since days after he was born. Prone to seizures & a low white blood cell count, it was a lot for 13-year-old me to process. Later on he was diagnosed with ASD. I was the primary caregiver for him my entire teen life. My mom was a single mother who worked full time. I grew up in a small town,...
5.0
"We were so glad to have Leah's help with our daughter! She did a great job of establishing a rapport with our daughter and our daughter had a great time with her :) Leah did a great job of considering our daughter's needs and providing a warm and supportive...

Jeffrey H.

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Maddi H.


Vancouver, WA

$20-28/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced, creative, and active full time nanny. I am looking to provide care for a family in the Vancouver/Portland area. I emphasize child lead activities, plenty of outdoor adventure time, and hands on learning. I am exceptionally patient and excel in communication with children. I work alongside the family and...
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Ashley G.


Vancouver, WA

$26-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for animals, children and the elderly for many years and worked in a retirement home and in children care facilities. Then worked in peoples homes for personal care. I also grew up with a disabled sister and became a care helper for her growing up.
5.0
"Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says she's capable of! Great personality, trustworthy and a...

Rob W.

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Erika S.


Portland, OR

$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

My name is Erika and I love taking care of and supporting people. Right now I work in a home supporting 3 individuals with mental conditions and it definitely gets tough sometimes but I can't think of a more rewarding job! I'm looking for new experiences with different people. I've found that I'm great with children and adults.
5.0
"She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members."

Christian C.

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Laura C.


Woodland, WA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Qualified Childcare.

A mother of 5 grown children. and 5 amazing grandchildren. I spend a lot of time with my grandkids and they spend the night with me often as well as go on adventures with grandma. They keep me young! I'm also a private respite provider for families with disabled children/adults. I was with one family with 17 years and I am...
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Monica A.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Former Behavior Therapist Eager To Help Children And Families With Special Needs

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.
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Idalina V.


Portland, OR

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

I am compassionate, kind, energetic, and responsible with 9 years of childcare experience. I have taken care of children from 6 months to 10 years old, and everything in between, with up to five children under my supervision at one time. I am excellent at multitasking, with patience and consideration for any challenging...
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Maryanne B.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I have always had a passion for working with children, which is why I love being a babysitter. There's something incredibly rewarding about being a part of a child's growth and development, and I cherish the opportunity to create positive, lasting memories with the families I work with. With over 10 years of experience as a...
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Claire S.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

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...
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Kyle R.


Portland, OR

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Mental Health Specialist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a mental health specialist at several hospitals for Children's Unit 1 inpatient psychiatric wing for over a year. There I have worked with patients with a variety of mental health issues, including behavioral disorders and children on the autism spectrum. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, and...
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Sophia S.


Portland, OR

$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

School Teacher

I graduated in May of 2020 from the University of Vermont, where I received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Minor in Special Education. Since graduation, I have been working as a long term substitute teacher in a third grade classroom at Hiawatha Elementary School in Essex, Vermont, followed by teaching a...
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Jasmine T.


Saint Helens, OR

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have 14 months experience offering direct support to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I've had the privilege of learning to support adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism disorders and cognitive and intellectual disabilities. I spent roughly one year supporting children living in shelter...
Hello! I have been a caregiver for the most of my life. I received a professional caregiver training from Oregon and Washington states. I love to help others and bring comfort, relief and joy in their lives. Please, contact me for more details!
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Daniella G.


Portland, OR

$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! My name is Daniella. I have had a little over 1 year of experience in home healthcare and caregiving. I genuinely love helping others and would describe myself as empathetic, responsible, patient, and reliable. My sole intention is to provide care in the most efficient and beneficial ways for each individual, as each and...
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Christine H.


Portland, OR

$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced In Child Care And Creating Fun

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Rachael M.


Portland, OR

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Flexible Personal Care Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I recently graduated from University with a degree in Sociology and Disability Studies, and have just now relocated to Portland. I have worked in respite care and habilitation for years, so I have a lot of experience with kids with disabilities and am very comfortable with them. I also have a lot of experience with other kids;...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Ridgefield, WA

Heather M.

5.0

Heather is truly an amazing caretaker. She is dependable, sensible, compassionate, kind, intelligent, honest, loyal, and giving. She is easy to communicate with. She has amazingly good judgment. She has exceeded all our hopes and expectations as a caretaker and health advocate for our adult child....

- Gail W.

Sally S.

5.0

Ms. Sally has been like part of our family for over 10 years. She started out as my son's aide in his Autism class for 3 years, occasionally, she would sit for my son and daughter over the years, even taking care of my 3 dogs when we went out of town. Ms. Sally is very reliable and dependable and...

- Care member

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.

Hannah M.

5.0

Hannah has always shown an extremely sensitive and kind heart towards those she cares for. She is a valued co-worker and friend of mine, and we are sorry to see her leave, but we know whoever receives care from her will be in the best of hands.

- Heidi W.

Leah G.

5.0

We were so glad to have Leah's help with our daughter! She did a great job of establishing a rapport with our daughter and our daughter had a great time with her :) Leah did a great job of considering our daughter's needs and providing a warm and supportive environment. Highly recommended!

- Jeffrey H.

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