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Melinda J.


Portland, OR

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver/Respite Caretaker

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About 7 years ago I got started working with children with special needs. I was the regular babysitter for a family that had a child with Down Syndrome. This instilled a passion in me to continue this work. Throughout my college experience, I worked for College Nannies and Tutors in San Diego. My job title for this company was a...
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Harriette K.


Portland, OR

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have worked in direct care for those with both developmental disabilities and with autism. I was trained as a CNA at BOCES Ulster county and did extensive training at my job with a care center for people with Autism.
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Amy G.


Happy Valley, OR

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Amy

Hi! My name is Amy. I am a 51-year-old mother to my beautiful 21-year-old son, Frank. I am an animal and nature lover. As a young person I took care of children, including ones with special needs. I owned and operated my own salon. Most recently, I cared for a 94-year-old lady. I helped her with all aspects of her day to day...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hanna P.


Portland, OR

$5-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher Available For Tutoring

I am a former Special Education teacher looking for work in the Portland Area. I have 5 years experience teaching kindergarten through second grade students with significant disabilities.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of babysitting experience and a year and a half of nanny experience. Some of my interests are; singing, travel, cooking, and music. I'm also a mom of a 2-year-old! I have experience with special needs kids. Please feel free to message me with any questions you might have :)
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"The kids had a great time with Stephanie and she communicated well with me. I would hire her again in a heartbeat :)"

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Katherine S.


Vancouver, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I am a teacher on summer break and I would love to fill my time by hanging out with your kiddo! Happy to provide care for short notice situations, date nights or daytime care for working families. I have a degree from the University of Oregon in Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education and have been working as a...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Nyssa H.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Doula And Helper

Babysitter for 3 years. Autism spectrum experience. CPR/BLS Certified. Birth and Postpartum Doula. I am seeking stable babysitting or nanny work in the Portland, Gresham, Beaverton and Tualatin areas.
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Amanda S.


Portland, OR

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Tutoring Support

I am an executive functioning and ADHD tutoring specialist for grades K-12 & young adults. I'm looking forward to supporting your family! Thank you.
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Savanna D.


Vancouver, WA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hi Parents! My name is Savanna, I am 18 years old and live in Vancouver Washington. I recently got my CNA certification last November as well as CPR, First Aid, and AED. I can cook savory meals, clean, wash (dry, hang and fold) clothes, help with homework and prepare school lunches. I have experience with children from all ages,...
Savanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Gwen E.


Portland, OR

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Vivian T.


Camas, WA

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher

Hello, I am a certified teacher looking for a summer job. I have experience caring for infants - 12 years of age. I have experience working with working with children with special needs specifically Autism. I love being around children and enjoy them. I am currently available until August 19 couldn't be later depending on the...
Vivian can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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Stella M.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr7 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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Michelle C.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Music Specialist

Comfortable providing companion/supervision/transportation, simple meal preparation. My degree is in music education and I have had 30+ years experience with private voice, piano, guitar and choral leadership. I'm also comfortable with special needs individuals of all ages. I've done extensive research on the benefits of music...
Michelle can also help with: Companionship, dementia, respite care, mobility assistance
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Aimee B.


Gresham, OR

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

I've been taking care of children my whole life and I just love kids so much! I have worked for the Hood River Valley school district as an educational assistant so I would be very comfortable with assisting children in learning. I also have a heart with working with special needs kiddos in a school setting and after school...
Aimee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Cheryl W.


Portland, OR

$24-35/hr8 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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sarah! I am a 22-year-old who just graduated college. I live in a big family of 9, we have a dog and a cat. We spend our days going to the gym, getting coffee, and working towards our goals. As the eldest daughter I grew up looking after my younger siblings, cousins, neighbor's kids, and now spend time at...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brianna T.


Vancouver, WA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator.

I'm a nationally certified and credentialed medical assistant specializing in pediatrics. I am CPR/first aid trained and have my BLS. I love working with children. I am available to provide care. I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, patient. I started working with kids through Oregon Pediatrics and Providence....
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Sophia S.


Portland, OR

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

School Teacher

I graduated in May of 2020 from the University of Vermont, where I received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Minor in Special Education. Since graduation, I have been working as a long term substitute teacher in a third grade classroom at Hiawatha Elementary School in Essex, Vermont, followed by teaching a...
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Nylah B.


Happy Valley, OR

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Loving_Nurturer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am so honored to be considered for helping you provide a safe home space for your young ones. It is my mission to become another outlet for protection, care and attention. I value honoring every child as a unique individual. So I truly intend on connecting and finding the best circumstance possible for each child. I...
Nylah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Valerie T.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

I am a case manager for children who experience disability with Mulnomah County. I have over 9 years experience supporting people with all types of disability. I am kind, energetic and fun to be around!

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