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Special needs caregivers in Fairview, OR

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Frank A.


Fairview, OR

$22-50/hr1 yrs exp

A Decent, Patient, And Empathetic Care Provider With Respectful, Friendly And Professional Attitude.

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I am readily available and happy to provide exceptional care and support to my client. I am a graduate student studying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), gaining knowledge in principles and experience in working with and for people with special needs. I like caring for people because I feel fulfilled helping others to meet...
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Hannah P.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Of 7 Years With Special Needs Experience

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 30, and have been working with children for over a decade now. Most of my experience has been working with neurodivergent children. I have gained a lot of experience through working as a nanny, a behavioral therapist, a classroom aide, and a preschool teacher. I graduated from George Fox University...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"This was an indispensable service during our brother's destination wedding weekend. Fantastic results. "

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Ashley G.


Vancouver, WA

$26-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for animals, children and the elderly for many years and worked in a retirement home and in children care facilities. Then worked in peoples homes for personal care. I also grew up with a disabled sister and became a care helper for her growing up.
5.0
"Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says she's capable of! Great personality, trustworthy and a...

Rob W.

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Michelle C.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Music Instructor/Consultant And Event Management

4.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My bio/resume is available upon request. I teach and consult out of my NE Portland studio but I am also willing to commute to your location. I teach private and group piano, guitar and voice lessons. I also provide on-call childcare, respite care and family mentoring and support (with an emphasis on special needs).
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very professional with excellent communication."

John G.

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Paige M.


Portland, OR

$24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with kids all ages from newborns-middle school, I have a big family with lots of kids around. I have two nephews and one niece ages 3, 5, and 5 I have spent a lot of time caring for them, I've spent nights taking care of them. I have worked with multiple families making sure school work is done...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"

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Erika S.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Erika and I love taking care of and supporting people. Right now I work in a home supporting 3 individuals with mental conditions and it definitely gets tough sometimes but I can't think of a more rewarding job! I'm looking for new experiences with different people. I've found that I'm great with children and adults.
5.0
"She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members."

Christian C.

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Brooke O.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Respite Provider

My oldest brother has Down Syndrome and I have been his caretaker for almost 5 years now. We work on his sign language, verbal communication and hygiene habits. He is a light in my life, and I am so passionate about helping improve his quality of life, along with being a best friend and support. I have worked in the school...
5.0
"Brooke is amazing! She loves working with children and has a heart of gold. She is very reliable and dependable. She has a lot of experience in childcare and even with working with special needs children."

Betsy O.

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Olinda R.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Worked As An Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Worked for TIRR - Texas Institute for Rehabilitation and Research with brain injury, quadriplegic and stroke patients. Did research for the University of Texas Health and Science Center in the Pediatric area for 8 years. Was a CPS Investigator for 12 years and also worked for Adult Protective Services DADS. Up to date with my...
5.0
"She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for transportation which reduces unexpected surprises."

Sabine P.

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Monica R.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi caregivers! I'm a child development professional with 10+ years experience. My experience: I've been a caregiver and have professionally worked with children for 10+ years, mainly with toddlers/elementary aged kids, including kids diagnosed with Autism and other special needs. I am experienced in teaching important skills...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Monica was a nanny to our two children (ages 5 and 1.5) for almost three months. She was absolutely AMAZING with both kids. Her education in early childhood development and her vast experience as a play-based therapist made her an ideal nanny. She is kind,...

Stefanie S.

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Elena A.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Elena is great with our kids; playful, creative, engaged. She primarily cared for our 1 year old, and occasionally watched our 6 year old as well."

Leslie H.

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Ana N.


Gresham, OR

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

Hello my name is Gisselle I'm a care giver and kids lover, in the past 6 years I moved to Bay Area from my country El Salvador were a worked in my sister's Day Care as a teacher and teaches assistant and management for over 9 years, we had many kids with some special need, personally I worked with them and enjoyed them all. yes...
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Regann B.


Portland, OR

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Free Thinking Nurturer

Hello! I have a wonderful background and experience in childcare. I've been working in child care for 10 years. I have expertise in various age groups 6mos-13 years) and as well as working with special needs community. I am CPR and first aid certified, makes me a highly qualified and caring nanny! I would love to help and become...
Regann can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Regann is very compassionate about working with her clients. She is always up for the challenge if her client is having a hard day and behaviors set in. She is patient, caring, and trustworthy. Everything I look for in a caregiver."

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Willow B.


Portland, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Reliable, And Experienced Nanny.

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

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Gabrielle F.


Camas, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly-Experienced, Compassionate Nanny In Search Of Full-time Work

I have been providing childcare for 15 years, directly after obtaining my babysitting certification and first aid training. I nannied for 2 families in Kirkland for a year prior to my leaving for college at WSU, then continued to care for them during breaks and throughout the summer for 3 years following my enrollment. Since...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gabby has been our nanny for the last 2 years to our now 4 year old. We will be very sad to see her go. She has poured her heart into raising our son into a kind, empathetic and confident kid. She brainstorms with us if any issues arise and is very punctual and...

Carina T.

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Mandy B.


Vancouver, WA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

I am an active Grams with 7 Grandkids. Raised 4 children. Have worked with special needs children in the Evergreen school district. Over the years I have worked in church nurseries and volunteered in countless classrooms.
Mandy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mandy has watched both of my children over the years as well as taken care of an assortment of our pets while we have been on vacation!"

Halee B.

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Heather M.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience with Emotional and Behavioral Challenges

I have personal and professional experience working with children who have mild to severe behaior and emotional challenges. I am trained and experienced in diffusing negative behavior and redirecting children to make good choices. I have a good knowledge base on ADHD, ADD, Sensory Integration Disorder, Autism, Aspergers,...
5.0
"Heather is truly an amazing caretaker. She is dependable, sensible, compassionate, kind, intelligent, honest, loyal, and giving. She is easy to communicate with. She has amazingly good judgment. She has exceeded all our hopes and expectations as a caretaker and...

Gail W.

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Gabrielle E.


Portland, OR

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with persons with medical disabilities. Growing up I helped my mother with her tube feedings, pills, oxygen tanks, and shots. I also worked at a home for older folks and helped with their care. I volunteered while I was in school with special needs classes and I had a chance to interact with a variety of...
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Amanda P.


Portland, OR

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age and special needs children. I can help with other household tasks, pets, driving, etc. -- whatever you need!
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda was great with my two boys. She was punctual and very communicative. The boys had a wonderful time with her and we would love to have her back!"

Natalie L.

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Allie R.


Gresham, OR

$22-50/hr2 yrs exp

HELLO!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Allie. A little about me; I am an advocate for LGBTQ+ as well as a believer in rights for everyone. I am a college student studying forensic psychology in order to make the steps to help today's at-risk and incarcerated youth. I have experience in PSW work as well as autistic youth in all age ranges (3-19) and youth...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Allie is the child whisperer! My 4yo was terrified to have a babysitter. Full on trembling and near tears. After 30 minutes with Allie, she was happy to be left alone and is begging to have Allie back again asap! 11/10 would recommend for nervous kiddos"

Alexandra V.

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Kelly M.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've work as a teacher for over 5 years and with children for over 10 years. have experience with individuals ages 5-30 in a range of different needs. I consider myself responsible, professional, creative, and fun! I love to engage with individuals in different ways and settings to truly make sure we all have a great time!...
5.0
"I have never met a more creative, PATIENT, and committed individual. I worked along side Ms. Mahoney for a little over 2 years in the special education department of a neighborhood school. In that time I have seen her compassionately hold a high bar for all her...

Emily S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairview, OR

Hannah P.

5.0

Hannah was so great with our kids! She surpassed our expectations with her enthusiasm and reliability looking after several kids and a baby. Fantastic experience; I would definitely hire Hannah again.

- Care member

Ashley G.

5.0

Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says she's capable of! Great personality, trustworthy and a joy to work with!

- Rob W.

Michelle C.

5.0

My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very professional with excellent communication.

- John G.

Paige M.

5.0

She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!

- Care member

Erika S.

5.0

She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members.

- Christian C.

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