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Find special needs caregivers in Gresham, OR that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gresham, OR

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Gresham, OR

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Iana C.


Portland, OR

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Iana, I am a 23-year-old caregiver who moved to Oregon from Utah. As the oldest of five children and with experience caring for my family, I've always had a natural instinct for caregiving. I genuinely enjoy spending time with seniors, whether it's accompanying them on walks, engaging in creative activities,...
Iana can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
I am former teacher, secular homeschool mom of 3 (8, 5, 2) with personal experience with special needs (my middle child has Down Syndrome). You can find me updating my goodreads reading goal, trying a new recipe, or planning my next visit to a national park. I would love to join your family and make your life easier.
Lexa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Savannah S.


Portland, OR

$21-27/hr

Compassionate And Creative Individual Looking To Work With Children Or Adults

Hi I'm Savannah, excited to meet you! I am light-hearted, compassionate, and patient with a propensity to help in all areas of my life. I have years of experience working with people and caring for animals. I value working in environments that center around interpersonal relationships and focus on building community. I am...
I am also interested in working with children or young adults who have disabilities or may require different care, and am open to learning and adapting my abilities to better assist any needs.
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Diana G.


Camas, WA

$18-23/hr

Energetic And Compassionate Caregiver

I have 10 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked as a para educator and have worked with children ranging from preschool to adulthood. I love to do fun activities that are specific to each child that I care for.
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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: Mobility assistance, companionship, respite care, dementia

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is V. Terese! My current nanny contract started May 2021, but will be coming to an end this fall. Before moving here and working with my current family, I had spent the previous 4 years nannying various families in Iowa. I have worked with all genders, and ages ranging from 5 months to 16 years old! I've spent time...
V. Terese can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erica S.


Vancouver, WA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver

I have many years of experience ranging from in-home intensive services, bathing, feeding, changing, transferring, etc... I also have experience with high functioning individuals that just need a bit of a helping hand to do things as independent as possible. I'm currently looking to become a regular part of someone's team!
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Drew P.


Portland, OR

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs/Any Need Caregiver

When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special...
Hi my name is Allyssa. I am 18 years old and I have an older brother with special needs that I care for regularly. I have experience with kids ages 3-12. I am very creative and kind. I am a full time college student but my hours can be flexible, just as long as it doesn't interfere with my classes. Feel free to message me about...
Allyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Lana M.


Portland, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I started my healthcare career in 2002 at 16 years old when I became a Certified Nursing Assistant. I worked at a nursing home and at Kalispell Regional Medical Center before moving to Portland in 2005. When I had my son in 2007, I was blessed to be a stay at home mother for 5 years. My son has autism, which has taught me, and...
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Aivy N.


Portland, OR

$10-30/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
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Chelsea D.


Vancouver, WA

$22-26/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of one, an amazing 9-year-old! I've worked with agencies like Nanny, but would love to meet new families and find a more consistent schedule. I have experience with special needs children as well as with administering insulin to type one diabetic children. I have weekday and weekend availability!
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Joy G.


Portland, OR

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First aid and CPR certified, works well with individuals with special needs, flexible schedule, has a masters degree in working with children with disabilities, and going back to school for marriage and family therapy.
Joy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Wislande P.


Portland, OR

$26-31/hr6 yrs exp

I'm A CNA I Love My Job And I Like Taking Care Of People

I worked for almost 7 years like caregivers taker I have my license in CNA. I'm a lovely a caring person. I have Medical Assistant experience. I do my best for safety and security for my clients. Personal care aides assist people with chronic diseases, physical disabilities and mental ailments by helping them prepare meals, get...
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Lalia M.


Portland, OR

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Go By Lalia; Teacher/Mentor/AId

I have worked with kids on the autism spectrum through Multnomah county DDS and those with challenges in the classroom teaching and tutoring through PPS. I have developed techniques and an attitude through all my experience in theater that has served me well. I am currently directing The Girls Empowerment Project ; supporting...
Hi! My name is Wren, and I am a young woman living in Portland, Oregon. I am a recent graduate from PSU. I received my BA in Liberal Studies with a focus in Gender Studies. After graduating, I am excited to invest myself in my community and cultivate joy in my day-to-day life. I am compassionate, have a fun-loving attitude, and...
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Brenna B.


Portland, OR

$15-25/hr

Special Needs Caregiver & School Mentor

I have worked with students with ASD from ages 5-16 over the last decade. My experience ranges from 1-1 kindergarten classroom aide to high school tutoring/mentoring. I currently work with Sophomores in high school part-time (remotely now!) with a variety of special needs and mental health backgrounds, as a mentor/tutor/advocate...
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Tricia C.


Camas, WA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as calm, patient and creative Working with kids is the best! I love watching them experience and learn new things. Everything is an adventure to them, sometimes great, sometimes not lol. But either way, it's amazing to get to go along for the ride. I started working with kids when I was 11 yrs old...
Tricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Frank A.


Fairview, OR

$22-50/hr1 yrs exp

A Decent, Patient, And Empathetic Care Provider With Respectful, Friendly And Professional Attitude.

I am readily available and happy to provide exceptional care and support to my client. I am a graduate student studying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), gaining knowledge in principles and experience in working with and for people with special needs. I like caring for people because I feel fulfilled helping others to meet...

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