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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With 6 years of experience as a nanny and 4 years working in a public school in North East Portland, I am passionate about childcare and education. My background includes working with children with special needs in a public school setting, as well as caring for infants and school-aged children as a nanny. I excel at managing...
Rebekah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Rebekah was our daughter's nanny beginning when she was 3 months old. We were incredibly sad to say goodbye to Rebekah now that our daughter is starting daycare. She is kind, thoughtful, attentive, and interactive with our daughter and was reliable and...
Sarah B.
Danielle M.
Portland, OR
$16-20/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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(2)
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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."
Care member
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.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My schedule is flexible to cater to your needs and wants! I can work days, nights and holidays. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages and backgrounds. I have younger siblings, so I am very familiar with the things kids love. I am well equipped to properly care for special needs children, as I...
Namrata can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"My daughter is super shy and scared to stay home alone but Namrata made her warm up so quickly. They read books, played games, and went to the park. She prepped meals and made sure she ate. I've always come home to a happy face whenever she comes by. She is a...
Katie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Allie. A little about me;
I am an advocate for LGBTQ+ as well as a believer in rights for everyone. I am a college student studying forensic psychology in order to make the steps to help today's at-risk and incarcerated youth. I have experience in PSW work as well as autistic youth in all age ranges (3-19) and youth...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie is the child whisperer!
My 4yo was terrified to have a babysitter. Full on trembling and near tears. After 30 minutes with Allie, she was happy to be left alone and is begging to have Allie back again asap!
11/10 would recommend for nervous kiddos"
Alexandra V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My brother has been a medical mystery since days after he was born. Prone to seizures & a low white blood cell count, it was a lot for 13-year-old me to process. Later on he was diagnosed with ASD. I was the primary caregiver for him my entire teen life. My mom was a single mother who worked full time. I grew up in a small town,...
5.0
"We were so glad to have Leah's help with our daughter! She did a great job of establishing a rapport with our daughter and our daughter had a great time with her :) Leah did a great job of considering our daughter's needs and providing a warm and supportive...
Jeffrey H.
5.0
(1)
Hello, besides raising 4 of my own kids I have worked in schools for 12 years now- 11 of those in autism rooms. I have helped in the Life Skills and the Star programs as well as working as a certified RBT. I mostly have been in Elementary schools working in Intermediate Autism, I have worked with ages 3 to 23 years old in the...
5.0
"Ms. Sally has been like part of our family for over 10 years. She started out as my son's aide in his Autism class for 3 years, occasionally, she would sit for my son and daughter over the years, even taking care of my 3 dogs when we went out of town.
Ms. Sally...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working with children from Best Summer Camp for 4 years. I have also had experience working with special needs children for 4 years. Along with those things, I have had experience working with children during basketball camps!
Daejah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Genna L.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've babysat for all ages from 4 months and up. I've been babysitting/nannying for 8 years now and am certified in CPR and have had lifeguard training. I've interned at an elementary school as well and have worked with special needs kids and helped with homework. I cook as well and can make the kids food.
Genna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Genna is amazing! She is reliable and trustworthy and my kids love her. "
Meghan N.
4.3
(9)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings.
Home w/animals is OK.
* Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered.
Oregon PSW
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
3.0
"Stephanie was very kind, patient with our kids, and seemed like she had a lot of experience. Our older son liked playing with her and was excited to see her on the second day.
Unfortunately we tried to hire Stephanie for a fixed 3 day period (which was agreed to...
Warren R.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My bio/resume is available upon request. I teach and consult out of my NE Portland studio but I am also willing to commute to your location. I teach private and group piano, guitar and voice lessons. I also provide on-call childcare, respite care and family mentoring and support (with an emphasis on special needs).
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very professional with excellent communication."
John G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Pediatric Speech-language Pathologist. Not currently open for reccuring positions. May be able to make date nights or occasional sitting work. I have experience with children between birth to 18 years. Significant pediatric experience in both a personal and professional capacity. I have a 7-month-old boy. I have bountiful...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have over 12 years experience as an in-home caregiver, housekeeper, and personal assistant; serving clients by helping them with any personal assistance (bathing, wound care, Peri-care, incontinence, tube feedings, etc), scheduling appointments, companionship, transportation, transfers, banking, grocery shopping, cleaning,...
5.0
"Julie came and cleaned my bathroom and kitchen; she did an AMAZING job - everything sparkled - and was very kind, personable, and thorough. I'm 100% hiring her again and I highly recommend her!"
Rachel O.
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun, flexible, and patient caregiver who has been working with kids ages 3-18 for the last 8 years. I have worked with youth in a variety of settings such as in schools, group homes, and on wilderness expeditions. I have a wide range of knowledge and love to create learning adventures and fun projects. I also have...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Christine is fun, engaging, punctual, and always maintains clear communication. She has been caring for my two young kids for the past year and we are so grateful for her. She has helped us navigate positive behavioral changes and always communicates with our kids...
Mikaela F.
5.0
(1)
My oldest brother has Down Syndrome and I have been his caretaker for almost 5 years now. We work on his sign language, verbal communication and hygiene habits. He is a light in my life, and I am so passionate about helping improve his quality of life, along with being a best friend and support. I have worked in the school...
5.0
"Brooke is amazing! She loves working with children and has a heart of gold. She is very reliable and dependable. She has a lot of experience in childcare and even with working with special needs children."
Betsy O.
Elena A.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!
4.9
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I've nannying for over 15 years and have had the pleasure of working long term for several amazing families, with children ranging from new born to teenagers, as well as a family with special needs. When it comes to child care I have experience with it all and feel incredibly comfortable and competent caring for a child and...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Elena has been nannying for my 9 and 11 year old daughters since Fall of 2020 and has been amazing! She engages and interacts with the girls and they absolutely love her. She is super dependable and honest which I really appreciate. She has also helped with...
Jana H.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Happy Valley, OR
Paige M.
5.0
She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!
- Care member
Rebekah L.
5.0
Rebekah was our daughter's nanny beginning when she was 3 months old. We were incredibly sad to say goodbye to Rebekah now that our daughter is starting daycare. She is kind, thoughtful, attentive, and interactive with our daughter and was reliable and communicative with us. Any family would be...
- Sarah B.
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.
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
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.
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