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Elliot P.


Gresham, OR

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

*Moving to Oregon - Start date 6/9/2025* I'd describe my personality as compassionate, goofy, and honest. I like caring for people with special needs because their uniqueness brings joy into the lives of those around them. I find that even a small role in each success story is an accomplishment itself! My journey started as...
5.0
"Mars (Elliot) has been a blessing for our family! The level of dedication, patience, pediatric behavioral knowledge, flexibility to our schedule needs, adaptability, zest for kiddo fun/crafts/energy, and overall love and kindness shown to our 3.5 year old twins has...

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Allie R.


Gresham, OR

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

HELLO!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Allie. A little about me; I am an advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves 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...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 9 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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Claire S.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have a BA in Psychology and I believe my education has really helped me understand several physical and mental disabilities really well. I am also a naturally empathetic, compassionate, and patient person. I am vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19. I have family members with autism, mental illness, diabetes, and...
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Namrata P.


Vancouver, WA

$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible Fun Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My schedule is flexible to cater to your needs and wants! I can work days, nights and holidays. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages and backgrounds. I have younger siblings, so I am very familiar with the things kids love. I am well equipped to properly care for special needs children, as I...
Namrata can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"My daughter is super shy and scared to stay home alone but Namrata made her warm up so quickly. They read books, played games, and went to the park. She prepped meals and made sure she ate. I've always come home to a happy face whenever she comes by. She is a...

Katie L.

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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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Patricia W.


Vancouver, WA

$19-28/hr • 7 yrs exp

Mature Caregiver - Compasssionate, Reliable & Honest

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great with the elderly, children and dogs (allergic to cats). I can provide evening and weekend care, and also overnight care for children (once in a while), the elderly, light housekeeping, meals, or dog sit. I have an adult son and two grandsons. BABYSITTING EXPERIENCE: I have experience with infants to young teens. I adore...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Patty has been great with my one year old son. She is very punctual and reliable. She always gets back to me quickly. She is great!"

Amanda W.

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Sarah S.


Portland, OR

$16/hr • 6 yrs exp

I'm New To This Website But I Can Assure You I Love What I Do And I Am Reliable.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of varying experience with people of all ages and all walks of life. I use to watch two kids three days a week with special needs. Kids touch my heart and they are smart and funny and I can understand them on a good level and that's what makes me a fantastic babysitter, I don't plop them in front of the television....
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Shaleena F.


Gresham, OR

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Shaleena. I was a CNA for 8 years and now an LPN for the last 17 years. I would love to assist specially who have with special needs.
5.0
"Shaleena cared for my bed bound sister. Her knowledge and experience made a big difference in my sister's quality of life. Shaleena liaisoned with the medical staff, tenderly cared for all my sister's needs, and was an invaluable part of the home care team. I...

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Amanda N.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Future Elementary Teacher Seeking Part-time Nanny Job

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

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Julie N.


Vancouver, WA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 12 years experience as an in-home caregiver, housekeeper, and personal assistant; serving clients by helping them with any personal assistance (bathing, wound care, Peri-care, incontinence, tube feedings, etc), scheduling appointments, companionship, transportation, transfers, banking, grocery shopping, cleaning,...
5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Julie! Julie helped me after my hip replacement surgery with care giving , housekeeping, and meals. She is a very caring and pleasant person and was always happy to do whatever I needed help with. Julie also drove me...

Alisa C.

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Charlotte J.


Gresham, OR

$35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Exceptional HHA And Caregiver

I have tones of experience under my belt both in home care and working in facilities. I love to put a smile on people's faces and always go over and beyond. I am proficient with ADLS, dementia care, special needs, transfers, companionship to name but a few. I would be more than happy to be your next caregiver!
Charlotte can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Amy L.


Portland, OR

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care And SPECIAL NEEDS TOO

I have worked with special needs for 6 years, caregiving overall for 7. I raised my own children, tutored, and babysat children including special needs children. I am a grandmotherly type who just enjoys kids being kids and seeing what we can accomplish in a day, learning, guidance.
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Mary Jane S.


Portland, OR

$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I come from a large family. I have 15 nieces and nephews that are always over at my house. I specialize in elderly care but have child care experience as well. I also have a vast experience in working with special needs clients.
Mary Jane can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Avery A.


Vancouver, WA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Avery and I have been working with kids for over 5 years now in an ABA clinic. I enjoy working with all children, and have experience working with special needs and behaviors as well. I understand how difficult it can be for some parents with autistic children to find care, and that's why I wanted to lend me...
Avery can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Lana M.


Portland, OR

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I started my healthcare career in 2002 at 16 years old when I became a Certified Nursing Assistant. I worked at a nursing home and at Kalispell Regional Medical Center before moving to Portland in 2005. When I had my son in 2007, I was blessed to be a stay at home mother for 5 years. My son has autism, which has taught me, and...
Lana can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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Lily N.


Portland, OR

$32-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

One thing you should know about me as a caregiver "I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 16 years of experience in providing high-quality care for elderly individuals/seniors and those with special needs. My primary focus is to ensure the safety, well-being, and comfort of your loved ones. I have a strong...
Lily can also help with: Errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
I've been around and have worked with children since I was about 10 years old. I would help around my church with the younger kids, and I was Red Cross babysitting certified for a few years. I babysat for some families after school in middle school and high school. All from the ages of 6 months to 15 years old. In high school, I...
Gabrielle Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a former teacher, secular homeschool mom of 3with personal experience with special needs (my middle child has Down Syndrome). You can find me updating my goodreads reading goal, trying a new recipe, or planning my next visit to a national park. I would love to join your family and make your life easier.
Lexa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairview, OR

Elliot P.

5.0

Mars (Elliot) has been a blessing for our family! The level of dedication, patience, pediatric behavioral knowledge, flexibility to our schedule needs, adaptability, zest for kiddo fun/crafts/energy, and overall love and kindness shown to our 3.5 year old twins has been exemplary!! Mars has guided...

- Care member

Allie R.

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.

Kelly M.

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 students while tirelessly working to...

- Emily S.

Namrata P.

5.0

She was awesome with my 12 year old. My daughter has autism and right off the bat Namrata was able to connect with her and have fun! I loved it. She's an excellent nanny.

- Jennifer L.

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.

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