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Special needs caregivers in North Plains, OR

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Linda G.


North Plains, OR

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I am a mama of 4 who's looking to help a family who needs a help with their kids or elderly family members.
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Jodie G.


Beaverton, OR

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Also ! Experienced Infant And Childcare Provider

5.0

(1)

Hello, I'm "Miss Jodie" to many of my families.. I'm a former k-12 teacher. I have extensive infant and child care experience. I often assist families with special needs children. In addition to typically developing children, I can also assist with sensory issues, non-compliance or behavioral issues, toileting issues and...
Jodie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Miss Jodie is an amazing support for parents with ASD kids. She's a special needs parent herself, is trained to work with autistic kids, and does an amazing job. She's very dependable, flexible, and understanding. She goes above and beyond to support her fellow...

Kaitlin L.

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Adrienne M.


Portland, OR

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Extraordinaire

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children with special needs for over 20 years and absolutely love it! I am patient, reliable, nurturing, responsible, energetic and creative. I possess an A. S. In Early Childhood Education, a B. S. in Child Development and an M. S. in Special Education. I have extensive training in working with children...
5.0
"Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most important occupied so that the other kids and us parents can have respite from the demands of a special needs...

Debora L.

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Sydnie C.


Portland, OR

$20-21/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I started working with kids when I was in 7th grade, babysitting younger neighborhood children ranging from 4 to 10. I've had experience caring for children with special needs as well. I became a mom at a young age and now currently have two sons, 6 and 13. In my spare time, I like to read and take the kids to the park to...
Sydnie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Sydnie had no problem managing our twins for several hours. She even managed to tidy up in their room. I would definitely recommend her."

Rachel M.

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Destiny B.


Beaverton, OR

$24-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiving

Hey families! Thank you for taking time to learn about me and in time I look forward to learning about you! I am a career nanny of 5 years, but have been working in a professional childcare setting for 9 years total. I specialize in infants and toddlers (though I do have experience with children up to 12 yrs old) and my...
5.0
"Punctual, attention to detail, wonderful with reading our babies cues. Went above and beyond to help with this new stage of parenting."

Mariah T.

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Lisa S.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr20 yrs exp

As a Certified Registered Nurse, my passion for caring for others, especially children, inspired me to become a childcare provider. With two decades of experience and a college degree, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My calm and friendly nature allows me to connect with...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have known Lisa for many years. She is a very kind, caring, and honest person, and has been a great mom to her daughters. She is very responsible and trustworthy. "

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Jane A.


Beaverton, OR

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a positive, responsible, and fun nanny. Growing up in a family of seven, I helped raise and protect my little sisters. I have over 12 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages, as well as nannying experience in childhood development, working with special needs, daycare, and children's summer camps....
Jane can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Jane will be a wonderful fit for any family. Her smile and energy will help bring up your own and make you feel better. Jane Has also taken amazing care of our 2 daughters who both really like her. She will be an amazing help to any family who is looking for a fun...

Christopher A.

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Tara H.


Hillsboro, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello fellow parents! I recently had to say goodbye to a beautiful family that I worked with for almost 5 years. I'm looking for a full-time, long term position with a new family, and hoping to make connections and build strong bonds. I've been in childcare for 25 years, and a parent myself for almost 18. I'm experienced and...
Tara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Tara is amazing! She's always on time, always willing to help with anything I need done around the house and she is so great with my 18 month old and pets!"

Candace J.

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Christa K.


Beaverton, OR

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mother And Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

4.4

(10)

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Christa, I am located in tigard, oregon. I am 35 years old. I have 23 years of combined nanny and babysitting experience with multiple children at the same time, and of all age groups and even special needs. I am CPR and FIRST AID certified. Childcare is my passion, I enjoy being around children more than...
Christa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christa helped us out when we needed last minute help. She covered some long days when I had early/late meetings and I was able to go into work feeling like my two young kids were in safe hands. She was very patient and helped baby find a bottle/cup he would use,...

Deni M.

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Laura D.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Australian Teacher, Sitting For The Summer!

Hello! I am a Portland-native who currently lives in Brisbane, Australia, but is home for the summer! In Australia, I teach primary school and nanny professionally. My most recent charge was a 6-month-old baby who is now nearly 18 months. I currently substitute teach, but prior I was a Year 2 teacher (6-7) year olds. I have also...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laura is the greatest. She is clean and organized and so positive. We love her!"

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Drym D.


Beaverton, OR

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny/Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over nine years of experience working as a caregiver and personal assistant for people of all ages. Volunteered for two years with an organization, The Arc of San Diego, which provided a number of opportunities for people of all ages with special needs. I was an Inclusion Assistant for Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation...
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Linda C.


Hillsboro, OR

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare

Experienced caregiver skilled in nurturing children, development, and creating positive routines. Having also worked with children who have special needs, including my own, I understand the value of patience and individualized care. I am dedicated to supporting every child's unique journey, providing encouragement,...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hannah K.


Hillsboro, OR

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse (Peds/HomeHealth)

I am a registered pediatric nurse looking to help out some kiddos who are in need of special care & higher levels of care!
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Brian K W.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Opportunities To Help During Summer

My name is Brian, and I'm a Special Education and Elementary Education Teacher (Dual Licensure) Candidate. I'm passionate about helping those challenged by adversity, especially children. I've spent the last year working as a Skills Trainer at Oak Grove Academy (day therapeutic treatment school) and the prior year working in a...
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Jacqueline L.


Portland, OR

$16/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

My experience in care giving is primarily with special needs adults, but I would love to start expanding my experiences to working with seniors as well. I am currently a Early childhood/Elementary Special Education major at the University of Portland. My classes are in the morning, therefore I am looking to provide care in the...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, respite care, transportation
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Whitney E.


Hillsboro, OR

$23-28/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have worked with special needs children and adults for about two years. I absolutely love what I do and love getting more experience as I am in nursing school. I would love to get to know a new family as I just moved back to my hometown from Kentucky!
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Tara R N.


Beaverton, OR

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have over 20 years of experience working as a CNA/caregiver, both in-home and in various types of facilities, and have 2 years of college completed towards my nursing degree! I managed a hospice house, and also have worked with both kids and adults with special needs. Growing up, my parents built, owned, and operated 8...
Tara R can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kelsie M.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Kelsie I'm employed as a cardiac nurse but I'm hoping to work a few extra hours per week as a caregiver. I have spent much of my life caregiving in some capacity from babysitting, providing respite care, and being a nurses aide. I'd love to talk and see if I might be a good fit for your family.
I have been working with children, non and special needs/disabled, for over 8 years and love every minute of it! I have a 6-month-old and she would need to be with me as I don't have care for her. She is very easy going and happy! I worked for the state taking care of special needs children for over 2 years. Before that I have...
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Genevieve D.


Beaverton, OR

$24/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm an energetic and happy caregiver with 5 years of experience caregivering. I am able to babysit kids of any age I can help with middle of the day care. I work as a Direct Support Professional for about 5 years now. I have experience volunteering as a buddy to special needs children monthly through a program. Located in...
Genevieve can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Plains, OR

Jodie G.

5.0

Miss Jodie is an amazing support for parents with ASD kids. She's a special needs parent herself, is trained to work with autistic kids, and does an amazing job. She's very dependable, flexible, and understanding. She goes above and beyond to support her fellow single moms. An activist in the ASD...

- Kaitlin L.

Adrienne M.

5.0

Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most important occupied so that the other kids and us parents can have respite from the demands of a special needs child. Adrienne is smart, fun for my...

- Debora L.

Sydnie C.

5.0

Sydnie had no problem managing our twins for several hours. She even managed to tidy up in their room. I would definitely recommend her.

- Rachel M.

Destiny B.

5.0

Punctual, attention to detail, wonderful with reading our babies cues. Went above and beyond to help with this new stage of parenting.

- Mariah T.

Lisa S.

5.0

I have known Lisa for many years. She is a very kind, caring, and honest person, and has been a great mom to her daughters. She is very responsible and trustworthy.

- Care member

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