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Special needs caregivers in Gladstone, OR

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

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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, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Dennique W.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Dennique. I'm Bilingual English & Spanish, willing to help with light housekeeping, meal preps if needed, walks to the park, etc. I have about 2-4 yrs experience with babysitting/caregiving including special needs/autism, I have my own transportation & clean record, I am totally comfortable with pets (dog lover),...
Dennique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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: Dementia, respite care, visiting physician, personal care
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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
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.
Hello, I'm Brittany! With over a decade of experience in child development and education, I bring a well-rounded and compassionate approach to childcare. My experience includes assisting my mother in raising my younger brothers and volunteering in Sunday school for 3 to 5-year-olds. Professionally, I have served as a medical...
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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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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...
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, respite care
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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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