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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gresham, OR
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Gresham, OR
Paige M.
Portland, OR
$24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience working with kids all ages from newborns-middle school, I have a big family with lots of kids around. I have two nephews and one niece ages 3, 5, and 5 I have spent a lot of time caring for them, I've spent nights taking care of them. I have worked with multiple families making sure school work is done...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have been working as a caretaker since I received a babysitting certification at 11 years old. In middle and high school I babysat for a multitude of families in my hometown as their regular sitter. Throughout my high school and college summers I worked as a full time nanny. One of the families I regularly worked for...
Melinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mindy babysat for our two young daughters for several years every Saturday night. She has also babysat for us for long weekends. Mindy set the bar for all future babysitters for being kind, clean, on time, and helpful. Our oldest daughter has Down syndrome and...
Evelyn W.
Claire S.
Portland, OR
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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...
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, 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.
Ashley G.
Vancouver, WA
$26-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for animals, children and the elderly for many years and worked in a retirement home and in children care facilities. Then worked in peoples homes for personal care. I also grew up with a disabled sister and became a care helper for her growing up.
5.0
"Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says she's capable of! Great personality, trustworthy and a...
Rob W.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & 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.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Besides raising special needs children I have owned and operated care homes where I have blessed and been blessed in many aspects.
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....
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, 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
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
(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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
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.
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...
Erika S.
Portland, OR
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Erika and I love taking care of and supporting people. Right now I work in a home supporting 3 individuals with mental conditions and it definitely gets tough sometimes but I can't think of a more rewarding job! I'm looking for new experiences with different people. I've found that I'm great with children and adults.
5.0
"She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members."
Christian C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi caregivers! I'm a child development professional with 10+ years experience.
My experience: I've been a caregiver and have professionally worked with children for 10+ years, mainly with toddlers/elementary aged kids, including kids diagnosed with Autism and other special needs. I am experienced in teaching important skills...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Monica was a nanny to our two children (ages 5 and 1.5) for almost three months. She was absolutely AMAZING with both kids. Her education in early childhood development and her vast experience as a play-based therapist made her an ideal nanny. She is kind,...
Stefanie S.
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
(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.
Gabrielle F.
Camas, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly-Experienced, Compassionate Nanny In Search Of Full-time Work
5.0
(2)
I have been providing childcare for 15 years, directly after obtaining my babysitting certification and first aid training. I nannied for 2 families in Kirkland for a year prior to my leaving for college at WSU, then continued to care for them during breaks and throughout the summer for 3 years following my enrollment. Since...
Gabrielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gabby has been our nanny for the last 2 years to our now 4 year old. We will be very sad to see her go. She has poured her heart into raising our son into a kind, empathetic and confident kid. She brainstorms with us if any issues arise and is very punctual and...
Carina T.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a senior at WSU. I'm looking for full time babysitting, or nanny work. I have almost 8 years experience as a nanny. I earned my babysitter's certification through Girl Scouts when I was 12. I also am CPR and first aid certified. I had 2 semesters of child psyche classes in high school and earned my STARS certificate. I am...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gresham, OR
Paige M.
5.0
She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!
- Care member
Melinda J.
5.0
Mindy babysat for our two young daughters for several years every Saturday night. She has also babysat for us for long weekends. Mindy set the bar for all future babysitters for being kind, clean, on time, and helpful. Our oldest daughter has Down syndrome and Mindy's approach with her and her...
- Evelyn W.
Amanda N.
5.0
Amanda is amazing! She took care of our newborn daughter for 3 months. She sang, read and played with her everyday and truly loved working with her. I would absolutely recommend Amanda to take of your baby without hesitation. I don't think you can ask for anyone more reliable, kind, gentle or...
- Jennifer D.
Ashley G.
5.0
Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says she's capable of! Great personality, trustworthy and a joy to work with!
- Rob W.
Patricia W.
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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