Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in Ridgefield, WA

I'm Kristina, I'm a COTA (certified occupational therapy assistant). I decided working in healthcare isn't for me, and would much rather work for a local family. In addition to my OT education, I've also have 2 years of experience as a teacher's assistant working primarily with students with intellectual disabilities. I'm... show more

Hello! I have about 10 years of experience working with kids, teens, and adults who experience disabilities. I have worked as a Job Coach, Personal Support Worker, ABA Therapist, and in after school programs. I am an attentive caregiver who will make sure to engage with the people I am working with. I love music, art, and the... show more

Hello. I am available as a nanny or tutor. I have 5 years of experience in public school Special Education, 2 years in a private Montessori setting, and 3 as a tutor. The skills I practice most are listening, empathy, patience, flexibility, positivity, and communication. I enjoy getting to know each child and how they learn, and... show more

I have 10 years of care taking experience. I formally worked as a in home ABA teacher under a Behavioral Therapist. I previously directed a group of specialized Autism specific group homes. I have worked with care teams to create Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans for different individuals. I have my own... show more

Hi! My name is Graham G. and I am from Stowe, VT. I am moving to Portland, OR sometime mid-September and am actively seeking a full time nannying position. Beginning in high school, I have been actively involved in both babysitting and adult/child personal care assistance. For adult care, I have experience working for a... show more

Hi there my names Lena! I'm hoping to find a weekend or evening nanny position. I love working with and spend g kids which is unfortunately not something I get to do anymore as I have transition more into working with adults. I have a ton of energy to run around and play, but also love getting to come up with fun imaginative... show more

I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I worked as a special education assistant for the local school district as well as a special education substitute. I was also buddy club president of my high school. We participated in the polar plunge, special ed softball, dances, and field trips.

Hello! I am a volunteer Crisis Counselor for NAMI. I am certified by the Oregon Health Authority as a Traditional Health Worker/Peer Wellness Specialist, with advanced training as a Youth & Young Adult Peer Mentor. I am also finishing up the Yoga Calm Instructor certification. It is a secular program designed for youth, with... show more

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... show more

Pediatric RN for over 30 years. Mom of a special needs child, autistic child, and adhd child. My passion is caring for children in their home.

I have 5+ years experience working with children of all ages. I also have 3 years experience working with special needs children of all ages and all abilities. I've worked in both school and home environments. I have knowledge off many different teaching styles and philosophies.

Hi there! My name is Izabella and I adore being around children. I was a high school teacher and a counselor for 10+ years. I am hard of hearing and I am fluent in American Sign Language. I love to be goofy, I am very patience, trustworthy, positive and have passion to teach and learn from kids I am around with. I look... show more

I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Repositioning if needed. I have lots of experience.. My brother has autism and I have nannied a girl with special needs and worked in a school setting with children with special needs. I love their sweet spirits and being around them and helping out where I can brings me lots of joy!

Hi there! My name is Cassidy! I have worked with individuals with special needs on and off for 5 years. I love doing crafts, providing activities, getting outside, and learning about your special interests! I have experience with Down syndrome, CP, fragile x, autism, and spinal cord injury. I am always happy to learn about you... show more

About 7 years ago I got started working with children with special needs. I was the regular babysitter for a family that had a child with Down Syndrome. This instilled a passion in me to continue this work. Throughout my college experience, I worked for College Nannies and Tutors in San Diego. My job title for this company was a... show more

Hi! My name is Jessica and I have been working with individuals of all ages, different cultural backgrounds, and varying types of disabilities for 8 years. Helping others is why I get up in the morning, things don't seem right if I don't. My biggest passion of all is teaching kiddos and adults on the spectrum new functional... show more

I have 20+ years experience mentoring, instructing, and providing respite care for special needs individuals. Ages range from pre-K through adults.

I have had two children with special needs that I have cared for in the past. I have a big heart and am very understanding and patient. I have 2 teenage girls, so I have experience with different ages of children. Would love to hear about your needs.

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

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