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Find special needs nannies in Portland, OR that you’ll love

55 special needs nannies are listed in Portland, OR

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

The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 7 years

Special needs nannies in Portland, OR

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Sally S.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter/Nanny

5.0

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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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Bethany D.


Portland, OR

$20/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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Katrina D.


Portland, OR

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Passionate And Caring Nanny Ready To Nurture Your Little Ones!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am actively seeking an opportunity to work with a wonderful family as a nanny. I've dedicated 15 years to the rewarding role of childcare provider. My passion for childcare was nurtured from a young age, growing up with a mother who specialized in early childhood development and special needs care. I have not...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Katrina!! She took amazing care of my daughter. She has the best heart and just loves kids. Katrina is very flexible and does anything she can to help! Finding the right childcare was so important to me and I feel so lucky to...

Taleya H.

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Marquita P.


Portland, OR

$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Nanny

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...
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Stephanie K.


Portland, OR

$28-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Perfect Nanny!

4.3

(9)

Hired by 30 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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...

Tanya L.

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Samantha T.


Portland, OR

$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Creative Nanny

Over 25 years experience in the home and school. Retired elementary school librarian looking to nurture, explore and play with your child. Experience with special needs, severe allergies and type one diabetes.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Rosalin D.


Portland, OR

$33-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/ Babysitter!

Hey there! I have a BS in Child Development and lots of experience working with little ones, including multiples and children with special needs. I am fully vaccinated, comfortable with pets, and have a clean driving record. I would love to chat more about your family's needs.
Rosalin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Isabella L.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Passionate Nanny And Sitter

Experienced Nanny & Special Needs Caregiver | CPR Certified | $30-$35/hr Hi, I'm Isabella! I have years of experience caring for children from 3 months to 15 years old, including twins and up to five kids at a time. I've worked as a private nanny, in preschools and daycares, and with children in foster care or those who have...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cheryl W.


Portland, OR

$24-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello, I'm Cheryl, I have been working with children aged new born to 12 for 15 years. I have been a career nanny for the last few years. I am also a Personal support worker (PSW) for children and adults with disabilities. I spent 6 years working with pre-schoolers in a special needs school. I have qualifications in positive...
Cheryl can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Rochel K.


Portland, OR

$35-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny

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...
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Wendy R.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

UPDATE: I accepted a fulltime position for the time being. I am a 1998 graduate of a local nanny service. I have been a nanny for many types of families, with many ages over the past 26 years. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, twins, and school-aged children. I had been a special needs sub for the public school...
Wendy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wendy was extremely reliable, hard working, and genuinely cared for our child’s safety and development. In the year she worked for us, she never inappropriately called in sick or showed up late (and she started at 6:30am everyday with us). We truly appreciated this...

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Laurel W.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny For Infants And Young Children

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Courtney L.


Portland, OR

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Nanny With Tutoring Skills

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Courtney is incredible! We hired her to take care of our soon to be 2 year old daughter whom took to Courtney very quickly. This was our first time leaving our daughters care to someone that wasn't Mommy or Daddy so we were naturally super stressed. Courtney has...

Josh W.

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Danielle J.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Cleaning Lady / Nanny/Elderly Help

I have experience working with people of all ages and background, however I specialize in memory loss care. Like so many people, I've been affected by Alzheimer's. Taking care of my grandmother is what inspired me to become a CNA and pursue a degree in nursing! I have experience with the following--- -in-home hospice care -house...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Lori T.


Portland, OR

$17-25/hr

Career Nanny

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.

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Chloe C.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Part-Time Nanny Available

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Stella M.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Work In Corvallis!

Hello! I am currently finishing a degree in Human Development and Family Sciences and looking forward to working with children in my future career! I have 7+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. For the past 2 years, I have been working as a full-time nanny for a single family. I have had experience with twins, special...
Stella can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katie P.


Portland, OR

$16-20/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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Madison R.


Portland, OR

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hi my name is Madison, I am living in SW Portland and am looking for a full time nanny job. I have worked with children my entire life. ~Growing up with a grandma who owned a daycare daycare I was always helping. ~My junior summer I was a nanny for brother's; a 5-year-old boy and an 8-year-old boy. ~My senior year I was a main...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

4.0
"I was Madison's supervisor while she spent a few months volunteering in orphanages in Ecuador. Madison is very enthusiastic and desires to do a good job. She has shown some lack of flexibility when working in teams and does not always share her view and opinion in...

Sasha S.

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Amanda N.


Portland, OR

$16/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time PSW/Nanny

I have over five years experience working with children who have Down Syndrome at various age, and from higher to lower functioning children. I have one year paid experience as a Personal Support Worker (through Multnomah County, however I can be transferred between counties). My experience is mostly with children who have DS. I...

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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Portland, OR

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...

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Katrina D.

5.0

I cannot say enough good things about Katrina!! She took amazing care of my daughter. She has the best heart and just loves kids. Katrina is very flexible and does anything she can to help! Finding the right childcare was so important to me and I feel so lucky to have such a great person to leave...

- Taleya H.

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.

Wendy R.

5.0

Wendy is a wonderful nanny. She is caring, reliable, and honest. She cared for our son like he was her own. She never once called in sick or was late for work despite often not feeling well herself. She even made it to work during one of the crazy snow storms. She has been a huge asset to our...

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Courtney L.

5.0

Courtney is incredible! We hired her to take care of our soon to be 2 year old daughter whom took to Courtney very quickly. This was our first time leaving our daughters care to someone that wasn't Mommy or Daddy so we were naturally super stressed. Courtney has done so incredible at reassuring us...

- Josh W.

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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs nannies listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Nannies in Portland, OR are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 55 listed special needs nannies.