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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake Oswego, OR

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake Oswego, OR

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Willow B.


Portland, OR

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Reliable, And Experienced Nanny.

5.0

(2)

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

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Gabrielle E.


Portland, OR

$16/hr • 1 yrs exp

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...
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Amanda N.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Future Elementary Teacher Seeking Part-time Nanny Job

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & 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.

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Lori T.


Portland, OR

$17-25/hr

Career Nanny

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.

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Georgia M.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr • 12 yrs exp

Part-time Sitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs. I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
Georgia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We can't say enough positive things about Georgia. She was thoughtful, respectful, and I know that she really cared about our kids. Lots of time outside, baking, arts and crafts, and helping with virtual learning. She did it all. I would hire her again in a...

Emily H.

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Claire S.


Portland, OR

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

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...
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Erika S.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

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.

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Kaela M.


Portland, OR

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Passionate And Kind 4.0 College Student

Hello, My name is Kaela, and I am looking for a part-time or as needed position with a great family. I have 8 years experience nannying, 1 year experience as a Teacher's Aide for an elementary school, and 1 years as a Lead Teacher/Director's Assistant at a preschool. I have worked with ages 6 weeks - high school age and enjoy...
Kaela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda P.


Portland, OR

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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

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Courtney L.


Portland, OR

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Nanny With Tutoring Skills

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Preferred name: Phoenix Pronouns: they/them I babysat children on and off after college. I took that a step up when I adopted a special needs pug, who became my entire life. I love caring for people and animals. I'm empathetic and affectionate. I was a teacher and librarian in underserved communities. It was different than...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney is incredible! We hired her to take care of our soon to be 2 year old daughter whom took to Courtney very quickly. This was our first time leaving our daughters care to someone that wasn't Mommy or Daddy so we were naturally super stressed. Courtney has...

Josh W.

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Stephanie K.


Portland, OR

$28-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Perfect Nanny!

4.1

(11)

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie is a recurring nanny for my infant daughter (8 months). I am highly protective when it comes to my child and Stephanie is one of only a few childcare specialists that I feel totally comfortable with. Stephanie is totally reliable and timely (never late...

Tanya L.

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Brooke O.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Respite Provider

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.

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Rebekah L.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child care provider!

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, meal prep, light cleaning, 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.

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Madison V.


Beaverton, OR

$25/hr

Hello There! Here's A Little About Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madison. I currently work as a para educator with high needs students! I am a licensed K-12 art teacher and love working with young artists! I have a dog and cat that I adore and am happy to help take care of your animal friends! I'd describe my personality as warm and inviting. I like working with kids...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"I highly recommend Maddie. Any family looking for a responsible, trustworthy, and loving caregiver. Look no further! She is attentive to the needs and wants of your children. "

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Regann B.


Portland, OR

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Free Thinking Nurturer

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, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Aydia J.


Portland, OR

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Aydia and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare experience working with three families as full time nanny's with kids of all ages. I primarily focus on and have the most experience with infants and toddlers, I also have experience working with twins and children with special needs. I am trained...
Aydia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Aydia and my 8 year old daughter established rapport right away! they had lots of fun together and Aydia was also great with our dog! Aydia was prompt, responsive, friendly and professional. we definitely look forward to having her babysit for us again!"

Alexis O.

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Lilyana T.


Beaverton, OR

$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am 19 years of age, I am a cna. I'm very friendly, respectful, cautious, gentle, caring, etc I can go on. I have experience with people with disabilities, Alzheimer, dementia etc. I take my job very seriously. you become part of these peoples life and they depend on you. You also have to analyze the patient, check for any...
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Madison R.


Portland, OR

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hi my name is Madison, I am living in SW Portland and am looking for a full time nanny job. I have worked with children my entire life. ~Growing up with a grandma who owned a daycare daycare I was always helping. ~My junior summer I was a nanny for brother's; a 5-year-old boy and an 8-year-old boy. ~My senior year I was a main...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Works well with kids and parents. Hard worker"

Patti N.

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Diana N.


Oregon City, OR

$45-50/hr • 10 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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Alicia B.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight Babysitting Jobs!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alicia and I have been working with children of all ages for around 10 years now. I have worked for the local recreation and community centers in Salem/Keizer school district and now most recently the Beaverton school district. I am certified in first aid, CPR, and Epipen. My job position with the school district...
Alicia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's our current Nanny and Alicia is fantastic! I highly recommend her."

Aliza S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Oswego, OR

Willow B.

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.

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.

Lori T.

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.

Georgia M.

5.0

Georgia is a gift to parents! And children! She is 100% dependable and excellent with children. I never thought I would love a nanny, but I love Georgia as our nanny and so do our kids! Georgia Nannied for us for 18 months for kids aged 4-6 and 18 months to 3 yo. If you have the chance to have...

- Care member

Erika S.

5.0

She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members.

- Christian C.

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Ratings for Lake Oswego, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lake Oswego, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.