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Danielle M.


Portland, OR

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Diana N.


Oregon City, OR

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Professional

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.
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Danielle M.


Portland, OR

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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...
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Maddison D.


Portland, OR

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
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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Hannah P.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Of 7 Years With Special Needs Experience

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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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."

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Judith K.


Lake Oswego, OR

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Care Provider

I have a certificate in gerontology and I truly enjoy working with seniors. I also have been working as a Paraeducator working one on one with special needs students. I enjoy engaging others in creative and educational activities.
Judith can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, visiting physician
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Natalie A.


West Linn, OR

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I started babysitting when I was 14 years old. When I was 15 I was hired working. My job was to work with children and teenagers, some with special needs. I'm majored in human development and family sciences with an option in elementary education because of my passion for working with and helping children. I have worked at...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Daniel A.


Happy Valley, OR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

Hi been a caregiver for about 12 years . Working whit patients with dementia , special needs , Alzheimer's, cancer . Full insurance and great reference, get along whit all kid of people , Excellent driving record, love to cook and also follow special diets, medications , keep my patients house like I keep my always clean , love...
Daniel can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Sarah R.


Portland, OR

$18-21/hr5 yrs exp

I've been babysitting around my neighborhood since 8th grade! Throughout my junior summer I worked with a family Monday-Friday and helped out picking up their kids from summer camps and babysitting them throughout the evening. I have volunteered at multiple summer camps also including summer camps for special needs kids and...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

I have taken care of my grandchildren. We have enjoyed playing. walks in the park, making lunches, bath time, movie time. I have also been a Nanny for a family with a special needs child. Taught baby sign language, Physical Therapy and Speech Therapy, cooking and light cleaning. Laundry, diaper changes. Bathing, dressing,...
Virginia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Avery W.


Happy Valley, OR

$26-34/hr4 yrs exp

Aba Therapist

Caring ABA Therapist dedicated to autism care. Responsible self-starter with strong communication skills and passion for improving wellbeing of clients. Driven to help others overcome personal obstacles. Comfortable working autonomously or in a team-based setting.

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

I am an experienced babysitter and pet sitter. I am 18 years old . CPR certified and have a certificate/card. I am skilled in taking care of children with special needs, and I am comfortable with pets of all sizes and temperaments. I am reliable, have a strong work ethic, and am committed to providing the best possible care. I...
Kylee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Shelby A.


Tualatin, OR

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Growing up I went to a private school,kindergarten through eighth grade and all nine years I connected with the kids with special needs at my school. A feeling of joy and happiness and fulfillment would fill up my heart when they wanted/needed to see me and remembered my name and I loved just hugging them and playing with them...
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Emma O.


Portland, OR

$30-45/hr1 yrs exp

Licensed Behavioral Interventionist

I currently work as a Licensed Behavioral Interventionist doing early intervention ABA Therapy with children with ASD.
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Talia K.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I've Cared For People For Many Years

I am a 44-year-old mother who is just getting back into the workforce after being home with my daughter for 10 years. I have over 20 years of caregiving, nannying and special needs work. I miss caring for others and enjoy developing relationships/ friendships with the people I work with. I have remained close to almost all of...
Talia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, respite care, transportation, light cleaning
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Angel M.


Oregon City, OR

$20-48/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant

I am a 43-year-old with over 10 years experience working with elderly and special needs individuals. I also am a graduated medical assistant. I prefer to be one on one with individuals to insure a more quality of care be delivered to the people I am supporting. I am dependable, honest, reliable, and eager to learn new things. I...
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Jacob O.


Portland, OR

$16-26/hr2 yrs exp

Over the last two years I've worked as a Job Developer & Coach, aiding adults with special needs acquire & sustain employment. Prior to that I worked as a student teacher with various ages groups. Ranging from 1st Grade - Freshman. Over the next year I will be applying to graduate school to acquire a Masters In Teaching. I'm...
Jacob can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maggie B.


Portland, OR

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Experienced Caregiver Available!

Hello! I'm a 28-year-old part-time student, currently working on my prerequisites to get a Masters or accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I'm hoping to work part-time while I attend school. :) I have over 15 years of childcare experience for a range of ages, from babies to teenagers-- including experience with...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Koreda M.


Oregon City, OR

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have six years of experience working with special needs ages two through end of life care. I have taken NCI classes, CNA classes, and have worked in various school districts. I have my AA in Child and Adolescent Development, and I am working on a BA in educational studies.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gladstone, OR

Danielle M.

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 to have her!

- Chris S.

Maddison D.

5.0

Maddison was one the very best things to happen to our family! Context: We hired her for 6 months of in home nanny care for out infant while we waited for him to be old enough for his daycare spot. Our little one was 6-12 months while she worked for us. Maddison is a capable, intuitive and...

- Candace K.

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

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