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55 special needs caregivers are listed in Bend, OR

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Bend, OR

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Shelagh R.


Bend, OR

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver/Nanny-Special Needs Experience

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am the mother of two girls ages 15 and 21. I currently work in after school program. I previously worked at a local preschool as a teachers aid in the summer of 2020. Prior to that I was a personal support provider for a child with Down syndrome for about 3 years....
5.0
"Shelagh was a great addition to our family. She played with our 5 yo and took him to the park. She helped us out a lot during a tough time for us. She helped us out with dog walking, folding laundry, and cooking dinner. She was always willing to help out with...

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Elizabeth V.


Bend, OR

$26-42/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi Families, My name is Elizabeth, I'm a Spanish speaker and I have been working with kids for the last 8 years. Last year I finished school and I started working in two different places. 1. It is a company that provides services to autistic children. My youngest client is 2 years old and the oldest is 20 years old. I was a...
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Sarah G.


Bend, OR

$16-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Child Caregiver With Engaging Personality And Flexible Schedule

Hey care. com families! I am a small town mountain girl from Zig Zag, Oregon and I am passionate about snowboarding and spending time in nature. I love to share my zest for life with imaginative young developing brains and ensure holistic health and wellbeing for all under my care. I have been working with young children since...
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Melissa S.


Bend, OR

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Mama

As a mother of a child with cerebral palsy, I understand each child has specific needs. I taught many students with many different abilities over the years so I have learned a lot as well. I am open to learning about your circumstances and how I can help.
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Elizabeth V.


Bend, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible And Fun Sitter With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

AVAILABLE ONLY FOR DATE NIGHTS I have experience working with children from newborn to 12 years old. I studied Child Development in the area of special needs. I worked as a nanny for 2 years with a newborn, as a Behavior Specialist with autistic children, and as a teacher in a movement class. I worked as a Spanish tutor helping...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ellie is so wonderful with our very active 18 month old boy. He loves time with her and we feel completely comfortable knowing that he is in excellent hands. Will continue to work with Ellie for date nights going forward! Would highly recommend :)"

Julia A.

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Natalie K.


Bend, OR

$15-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalie, I have been babysitting since I was 13, and have been working in special needs childcare for the past couple of years. I love kids and find that they enjoy my ability to play like a child. I am an artist and will gladly paint with your kiddos for hours if they would like it. I also play the guitar and...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our 2 year old daughter loves Natalie or as she calls her "Nat". We have really appreciated how communicative and sensitive to our needs Natalie is as well as reliable and responsible. She always arrives with positivity and is up to help out whether it be preparing...

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Cindy T.


Bend, OR

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated To Children

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 4 and grandmother to 2 sets of twins. I am 64 years old with a great driving record and insurance. I have been working with children of all ages including twins, triplets and special needs for 25 years. My intentions are to help raise children in a warm and nurturing environment where they are free to learn and...
Cindy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cindy has been an amazing Nanny for my infant twins. She began working with me as a "Mother Helper" when my babies were 2 months old and was a life saver for me! My babies had acid re-flux and colic so were not the easiest babies to care for and I also have a 2 1/2...

Rebecca N.

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Katelyn B.


Bend, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am employed as a preschool teacher/inclusion aid for children with special needs. I began babysitting 6 years ago and have worked with children ranging from age 3 months to 15. Working with children has been my passion since the first time I volunteered at a special needs summer camp, summer of 2009. I also enjoy working with...
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We hired Katelyn to watch our 9 month old son on a full time basis, and we are so glad we did. She excelled in her role - I wish she could stay longer! A few characteristics to highlight about Katelyn: - Easy to onboard: She is quick to pick up on routines,...

Cecily N.

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Alaina H.


Bend, OR

$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creative Crafty Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years experience babysitting and working with children. I am known for creative crafts and forts! Also being active and always making up silly games. I worked at a daycare during my college years so I am comfortable with a wide range of ages, newborn-early teen. I also was an aid to special need children during...
Alaina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids couldn't stop talking about how much fun Alaina was! She has such a great energy and I felt immediately comfortable with her."

Catherine M.

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Katelyn B.


Bend, OR

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I began volunteering at a special needs summer camp in 2009 and fell in love with the special needs community. Since then I began pursuing my degree in special education and I have work with numerous children in the school setting. Also, I have been working as a personal support worker for a young adult with developmental delays...
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Renee V.


Bend, OR

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider-Autism

I have over 9 years of experience working with children with Autism, developmental delay and behavioral challenges as well as 30 years working with kids in general and being a nanny. I am patient, caring, respectful and loving to all. I was a Registered Behavioral Technician in WA state. I love to help families and children in...
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Camille C.


Bend, OR

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Before I moved to San Diego, every summer, I would volunteer at a summer camp for kids with muscular dystrophy. That camp is something that I hold close to my heart. I was able to build relationships that have lasted for years, especially with campers. I have actually had the opportunity to nanny outside of camp. I also have two...
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Natalie K.


Bend, OR

$28/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Pet Sitter, House Sitter

One of my deepest passions, since I was young, probably five or six, had been befriending and helping special needs kids. The idea of making even the smallest part of their day more manageable, brings me so much joy. I understand that the work itself can be hard and frustrating but in the end these kids don't end up getting the...
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Emily M.


Bend, OR

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Care-giving, Dog Walking, Errand-running, You Name It!

1.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am not currently taking any special needs care requests. Although I have a background in this type of care, I am focusing currently on newborn care. Thank you for understanding
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Cindy T.


Bend, OR

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Nanny

I have been working with children of all ages including twins, triplets and special needs for 19 years. I also have a 16-year-old son who is special needs. My intentions are to help raise children in a warm, nurturing environment where they are free to learn and explore. I'd like to put in more than just babysitting children,...
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Kendall C.


Bend, OR

$15-17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Amazing Mind Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kendall. I have been working with kiddos since I was 15. I've helped with special needs at multiple summer camps, swim lessons, and even day care. However in my home life my little brother, is on the autism spectrum, and has ADHD, nonetheless I think he is one of the smartest people I know. I'm currently...
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Janessa R.


Bend, OR

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Personal Support Worker

I am a registered Personal support worker with 6 years of experience working with kids with disabilities. Furthermore, I have an associates degree in Outdoor Leadership and use it to encourage kids to love the outdoors and learn about nature. I am bicultural and I have achieved an exceptional level of proficiency in reading,...
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Marie H.


Bend, OR

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a retired pediatric Occupational Therapist. I worked within a variety of school systems for 25 years. I also earned a teaching credential and taught first and second grades. I enjoy working with children for their honesty, curiosity, spontaneity, and creativity. I enjoy anything outdoors, reading, and socializing. I...
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Colleen M.


Bend, OR

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Let's Make Lemonade!

I recently moved to the area after raising my 4 children in Bend, OR. I left behind a job that I loved dearly as an educational assistant in an ABA program for autistic children. I also taught private swimming lessons out of my home for several years. I am currently substitute teaching here and there. I have volunteered in many...
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Deann C.


Bend, OR

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Deann's Bio

I have my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Services with a focus on child development. I also earned a certificate as a speech and language pathologist assistant. I have worked in schools/centers caring for children from a variety of backgrounds. I have also served families in their homes.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bend, OR

Shelagh R.

5.0

Shelagh was a great addition to our family. She played with our 5 yo and took him to the park. She helped us out a lot during a tough time for us. She helped us out with dog walking, folding laundry, and cooking dinner. She was always willing to help out with whatever we needed support on. She was...

- Care member

Elizabeth V.

5.0

Ellie is so wonderful with our very active 18 month old boy. He loves time with her and we feel completely comfortable knowing that he is in excellent hands. Will continue to work with Ellie for date nights going forward! Would highly recommend :)

- Julia A.

Natalie K.

5.0

Our 2 year old daughter loves Natalie or as she calls her "Nat". We have really appreciated how communicative and sensitive to our needs Natalie is as well as reliable and responsible. She always arrives with positivity and is up to help out whether it be preparing food, keeping up with our potty...

- Care member

Cindy T.

5.0

Cindy has been with our family since the summer of 2021. She joined us when our son was 2 months old and our daughter was 2 yrs. She has been an integral part of our family. Cindy is reliable, prompt, extremely clean and cautious. For over two years she has cared for our babies, taken them on...

- Lora C.

Katelyn B.

5.0

Katelyn was amazing! My special needs kiddo loved her and so did I. She was prompt, tidy and helpful beyond the call of duty. Her flexibility led to music making, artwork and splash therapy - all enjoyed by my little guy in her presence. Rolling with the temperament of a less verbal individual can...

- Care member

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Ratings for Bend, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Bend, OR are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 55 listed special needs caregivers.