Find Trusted Special Needs Nannies Near Me in Happy Valley, OR
We have 59 special needs nannies in Happy Valley, OR! Compare and hire the best special needs nanny to fit your needs.
​
How it works
Share details about your special needs nanny needs
Match with highly rated local special needs nannies near you
Compare special needs nanny options and choose the best fit
Special needs nannies in Happy Valley, OR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Hailey, and I am the third of nine children in my family.
I am looking to be a full time nanny. I have many years experience as well as with kiddos with special needs, including autism, anger management, and drug abuse.
A few things about me. I have ALWAYS loved babies!! Since I was 2 years old I helped my...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Sadie G B.
Happy Valley, OR
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Creative, Easy Going Nanny With Child Development Focused Education
History: I have worked as a nanny for many years as well as a Licensed Massage Therapist. I recently went back to school and finished my Bachelor's degree in psychology with a focus on child development. I am planning to pursue a Master's in Art Therapy in fall of 2025. I currently work in a therapeutic school as an...
Sadie G can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lori, I have been working with children my whole work- life.
I was a preschool teacher for over 10 years. I enjoyed coming up with fun learning crafts and helping them with their learning, potty training, dressing.
Becoming a mom myself I wanted a flexible schedule. I opened my nanny/babysitting service. I used...
5.0
"Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with new ideas to distract and engage him. Gets his fave foods, etc. Works with my crazy schedule."
Alisha L.
5.0
(1)
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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Willow and I'm an experienced caregiver looking for work. I usually work full time as a nurse in long term care but due to low census at my facility my work hours have been temporarily reduced! I have almost full time availability Monday-Friday open through Sep 30th to offer childcare services. I have around...
Willow can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Willow to care for our first son when he was 4 months old. She has been with our family since that time (almost 2.5 years). Working full time and never missing a day! Willow is dependable, clear with communication and wonderfully loving and caring with our...
Sarah L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience working with kids and animals. I've worked with ages 3months-10years, nannying for multiple families over the years as well as working in an orphanage in Mexico over the summer pre-covid. My passion is childcare and I'm comfortable working with children who need special care and extra patience as I...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Alissa for full-time care for our 6-month-old for a few months. We also asked her to take care of his areas which included cleaning, picking up toys, and laundry. She is intelligent, punctual, diligent, and industrious. One thing we really appreciated is...
Derik K.
4.3
(9)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings.
Home w/animals is OK.
* Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered.
Oregon PSW
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We live in Eugene and Stephanie watched our kids when we came up to Portland for an event and needed a sitter. She kept the kids engaged and did the nighttime routine with them."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a multi-media artist here in Portland. I love all kinds of art, karaoke, and building pillow forts. I have experience teaching summer art camps at the Maude Kerns Art Center in Eugene, as well as experience working with special needs teenagers as a Direct Support Professional. I've spent the past 3 years nannying, and...
Phoebe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Phoebe was wonderful with my two sons (8 & 12). She helped them with their schoolwork, arts and crafts, and played outside with them a lot! They loved spending time with her. Phoebe was very reliable and punctual, and followed strict COVID precautions. I am very...
Susan L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Pediatric Speech-language Pathologist. Not currently open for reccuring positions. May be able to make date nights or occasional sitting work. I have experience with children between birth to 18 years. Significant pediatric experience in both a personal and professional capacity. I have a 7-month-old boy. I have bountiful...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been professionally immersed in the world of child care for 7 years. With 5 years of full-time nannying and 2 years in education, I've cared for children aged 4 months to 18 years. As an Assistant Teacher and a Special Education Paraeducator, my journey has been rich with experiences. Currently, I provide full-time care for...
Maddison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very reliable and has always put taking care of others in front of herself. She is a blessing to any family she is welcomed into"
Linnea D.
Elena A.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!
4.9
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've nannying for over 15 years and have had the pleasure of working long term for several amazing families, with children ranging from new born to teenagers, as well as a family with special needs. When it comes to child care I have experience with it all and feel incredibly comfortable and competent caring for a child and...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Elena has been nannying for my 9 and 11 year old daughters since Fall of 2020 and has been amazing! She engages and interacts with the girls and they absolutely love her. She is super dependable and honest which I really appreciate. She has also helped with...
Jana H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a recent George Fox University graduate with a bachelors in Elementary Education. I have been a nanny for the past five years and I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I also come from a large family, and have plenty of experience with young children. I believe that it is important that children feel loved....
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"If you are reading this, interview Amanda! We wished we had two position open. We hope to work with her some day. "
Victoria C.
Hi. My name is Rochel (rah-shell) & I have Master's in Occupational therapy (I graduated Summa Cum Laude from LIU in 2013). I have experience working with individuals of all ages with varying physical, mental, emotional, social, & psychological disabilities.
I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals (inpatient...
My name is Fiona. I have experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder in a clinical setting. I was a behavioral therapist and implemented applied behavioral analysis. In addition, I have experience working with children with cognitive delays and learning differences in an educational setting. I feel very...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of one, an amazing 9-year-old! I've worked with agencies like Nanny, but would love to meet new families and find a more consistent schedule. I have experience with special needs children as well as with administering insulin to type one diabetic children. I have weekday and weekend availability!
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Preferred name: Phoenix
Pronouns: they/them
I babysat children on and off after college. I took that a step up when I adopted a special needs pug, who became my entire life. I love caring for people and animals. I'm empathetic and affectionate.
I was a teacher and librarian in underserved communities. It was different than...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Recently retired and looking for comfortable family in need of P/T nanny in Southeast Portland. My experience include working with babies in newborn nurseries, infant development centers and older children in schools for children with disabilities as well as one on one relationships with children in their homes.
I believe in...
Laurel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Outgoing and fun 24-year-old with 12 years of experience caring for children and babies of all ages. I have nannied since 11 years old, and coached swim team/taught swim lessons since I was 15 years old. I was a summer camp counselor from age 13 to 20. Not only do I have experience caring for babies and children of all ages &...
Gwen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have spent the good portion of my life caring for children in some sort of professional manner.
I have a degree in developmental psychology from the University of Oregon. And spent much of my professional career as a nanny working with special needs children.
I look forward to working with you and learning more about your...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Showing 1 - 20 of 59
Recent special needs nanny reviews in Happy Valley, OR
Lori T.
5.0
Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with new ideas to distract and engage him. Gets his fave foods, etc. Works with my crazy schedule.
- Alisha L.
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
Willow B.
5.0
Willow is amazing and everything we had hoped in a nanny for our Son. She is very easy to be around, made a quick connection to our son, and has quickly made herself a huge asset.
- Phillip L.
Alissa R.
5.0
We hired Alissa for full-time care for our 6-month-old for a few months. We also asked her to take care of his areas which included cleaning, picking up toys, and laundry. She is intelligent, punctual, diligent, and industrious. One thing we really appreciated is that she is a clear communicator and...
- Derik K.
Stephanie K.
5.0
Stephanie is a recurring nanny for my infant daughter (8 months). I am highly protective when it comes to my child and Stephanie is one of only a few childcare specialists that I feel totally comfortable with. Stephanie is totally reliable and timely (never late or flaky) and engages so well with...
- Tanya L.