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Special needs caregivers in Gladstone, OR
Afkari Z.
Gladstone, OR
$17-22/hr
I'm an open minded person, so I'll be able to learn fast and adapt quickly to the help you guys need I can also help with transportation.
Raechelle B.
Portland, OR
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of 3 (20, 17, 11) looking to supplement my income while continuing my medical degree. I have some experience with special needs as well. Looking forward to providing you and your family with excellent worry free care so you can get back to work:)
Raechelle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Raechelle is very reliable and detail oriented. She has a knack for un-cluttering small spaces and being organized. She is great with people and animals."
Ruby T.
5.0
(1)
Experience in caring for patients with different ailments. Very dependable and can provide a resume with references.
5.0
"Christina cared for my elderly mom with dementia for an extended period of time. She is professional, smart, caring and capable. She understood my mom’s needs, as well as my needs as I was living with my mom, and always provided the most compassionate and competent...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(5)
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.
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Regann is very caring and hard working. She is dependable and will go out of her way to make sure her clients are taken care of to the best of her ability."
Nicolas S.
Gisella C.
Lake Oswego, OR
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Trustworthy, Patient And Caring Nanny Seeking A Wonderful Family
5.0
(33)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I adore spending time with children and have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborns, infants, toddlers, school age and even teenagers) and also have experience caring for children with special needs. I am...
Gisella can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our whole family adores Gisella and the warm spirit and wonderful energy she brings to our home. She is honest, responsible, communicative, intelligent, organized, caring, energetic and tender hearted… with a great sense of humor to boot! Our toddler daughter...
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Gabrielle E.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(3)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
Amanda P.
Portland, OR
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was great. Punctual, followed all instructions, was flexible when our plans changed, and our two boys loved having her at the house."
Care member
Sarah S.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm New To This Website But I Can Assure You I Love What I Do And I Am Reliable.
5.0
(1)
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....
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed SPED teacher with a PK-12 endorsement. I really enjoy working with "tricky" children who may need a little extra support with behavior. I tend to focus on social and emotional growth as key part of my job and helping children navigate their world and self awareness. I firmly believer in using positive behavior...
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(2)
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, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Willow is amazing and everything we had hoped in a nanny for our Son. She is very easy to be around, made a quick connection to our son, and has quickly made herself a huge asset."
Phillip L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, warm and friendly mother of 3 wonderful children.. I have over 30 years experience working with
(19 of these years have been with special needs) children as my identical twin boys are on the Autism Spectrum... I enjoy doing activities such as crafts, puzzles or going to the park. I believe being a caretaker...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heather was wonderful and the kiddos loved having her be their "Nan"! She was always very punctual, super creative and would often do art project with the kids which they loved. She would help with numerous housekeeping items. We have an old dog and she even helped...
Lindsay G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
Georgia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have hired Georgia to look after our nine year old and dog several times. She is punctual, compassionate, caring and thoughtful in her care. Georgia is highly recommended!!!"
Leslie D.
Danielle M.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CPR, first aid certified. 6 years experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I studied American Sign Language for 3 years. I am an undergraduate student at PSU majoring in Psychology.
Providing compassionate care and engaging, accessible learning to children is my sacred work. I have learned that being...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle has been an amazing caretaker for our ASD kiddo. She started working with us during Covid and has been a great support to all of us over the past couple of years. She's communicative, kind, flexible, fun, firm when needed, and responsible. You'd be lucky...
Chris S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a long time care giver. I specialize in a wide range of activities. Responsibilities are negotiable.
Danielle M.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CPR, first aid and safety care certified. 3 years experience with ASD.
Providing compassionate care and engaging, accessible learning to children is my sacred work and how I care for my community and myself. In my experience working with children, I have learned that being mindful and tuning in to the needs of every child...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been professionally immersed in the world of child care for 7 years. With 5 years of full-time nannying and 2 years in education, I've cared for children aged 4 months to 18 years. As an Assistant Teacher and a Special Education Paraeducator, my journey has been rich with experiences. Currently, I provide full-time care for...
Maddison can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very reliable and has always put taking care of others in front of herself. She is a blessing to any family she is welcomed into"
Linnea D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gladstone, OR
Raechelle B.
5.0
Raechelle is very reliable and detail oriented. She has a knack for un-cluttering small spaces and being organized. She is great with people and animals.
- Ruby T.
Christina V.
5.0
Christina cared for my elderly mom with dementia for an extended period of time. She is professional, smart, caring and capable. She understood my mom’s needs, as well as my needs as I was living with my mom, and always provided the most compassionate and competent care. She adjusted to my moms...
- Care member
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.
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.
Regann B.
5.0
Regann is very caring and hard working. She is dependable and will go out of her way to make sure her clients are taken care of to the best of her ability.
- Nicolas S.
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