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Find special needs child care in Vancouver, WA that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Vancouver, WA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Vancouver, WA

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Lauren A.


Portland, OR

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Kind And Experienced Care-Giver

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a CNA & professional care-giver with over 10 years experience working with individuals with a variety of care needs, from infant to elderly.
5.0
"Lauren was a wonderful sitter. She is calm and easy going and gets along great with all ages of kids. My kids loved playing games with her and hanging out just talking. She is very responsible and dependable and always punctual. She was flexible with our schedule...

Zoe P.

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Brittany H.


Ridgefield, WA

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hey there! I have lots of experience working with all sorts of individuals with intellectual disabilities. I'm also a Para Eductor at a local school so I work with these folks for a living! I also have a vast knowledge of skilled nursing so I'm very comfortable working the hoyer and assisting with more personal needs. Reach...
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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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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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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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Lena F.


Portland, OR

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

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...
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Bethany D.


Portland, OR

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny And Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

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...
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Sophia D.


Portland, OR

$20-28/hr

More Than 4 Years Providing Love And Patience To Special Needs

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...
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Katie P.


Portland, OR

$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter/Caregiver

Being a student nurse I have a lot of skills with working with feeding tubes, ambulation, changing diapers, giving medications, etc. Also, I have a lot of experience volunteering at camps for kids and young adults with physical and mental disabilities. Those are some of my most treasured memories!
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Rebecca Q.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Here ;)

Hello! My name is Rebecca, I am 36 years old. I have over 13+ years of experience working with elderly and disabled. I have worked in memory care, nursing homes, in-home care agency's, assisted living and hospitals. Experienced with about everything you can think of; Alzheimer's & Dementia, diabetes, medication prep, CHF,...
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Cassidy R.


Portland, OR

$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Personal Support Worker

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...
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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Owen B.


Portland, OR

$23-28/hr

Caregiver Available To Neurodivergent People And Diabetics

I'm a nonbinary individual, looking for a position to help a family with special needs. I can help in the home, including with light chores and age-appropriate activities. My ideal position would be 10-15 hrs/wk, preferably MWF. I can be flexible with scheduling, though. I've had experience in a church's daycare, facilitating...
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Kristina P.


Portland, OR

$18-26/hr • 2 yrs exp

Education In OT, Ready To Help :)

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...
I have more that 4 years of caregiving experience, have worked in rehabs, assisted living homes, hospitals and in homes for private care.
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Grace S.


Portland, OR

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

I am a current Behavioral Technician using Applied Behavior Analysis to help children with autism- in my extra time, I'm looking for nannying positions. In the past, I've taught or assisted at elementary and high schools, as well as head start and outdoor programs. Through this experience, I have gained the confidence to care...
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Katy J.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Senior And Dementia Care Partner

I have over 12 years experience caring for family members living with dementia, one senior individual and one with younger-onset Alzheimer's. However, I consider myself a well-rounded care provider that is not limited to caring for those with dementia - my experience includes companionship, personal care assistance, help staying...
Hello! I would love to help out your family! My background is in childcare as well as mental health. Throughout high school and college I babysat and nannied kids a variety of ages. Throughout this time I also volunteered, a day shelter for women, children and gender non-conforming people. In 2020, I graduated with a degree in...
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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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Rachel L.


Portland, OR

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I was a peer tutor in high school for a couple of years and have the training to become a behavior technician. I have knowledge of ABA therapy and how to work with special needs children. I am extremely passionate about children with special needs. I believe that they are some of the most talented and amazing children. I often...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Vancouver, WA

Lauren A.

5.0

Lauren was a wonderful sitter. She is calm and easy going and gets along great with all ages of kids. My kids loved playing games with her and hanging out just talking. She is very responsible and dependable and always punctual. She was flexible with our schedule as well. We miss her!!

- Zoe P.

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.

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

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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Ratings for Vancouver, WA special needs child care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.2 / 5

Special Needs Child Care in Vancouver, WA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care.