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Special needs caregivers in North Plains, OR

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Linda G.


North Plains, OR

$17-22/hr • 2 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/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Also ! Experienced Infant And Childcare Provider

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Wendy R.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

UPDATE: I accepted a fulltime position for the time being. I am a 1998 graduate of a local nanny service. I have been a nanny for many types of families, with many ages over the past 26 years. I have experience with newborns, toddlers, twins, and school-aged children. I had been a special needs sub for the public school...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We've been fortunate to have Wendy with us for two years - caring for our 2 boys (later elementary and middle school age). Wendy has been totally reliable and efficient. She works hard and is always finding more to do around the house when kids are busy. She is...

Rose A.

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Sydnie C.


Portland, OR

$20-21/hr • 3 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
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/hr • 9 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/hr • 20 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:

First Aid

CPR

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/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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/hr • 10 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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Tara is absolutely fantastic. She has been our "go-to" caregiver for our 3 year old and 10 month for this last year and I could not be happier. She is always on time and ready to jump in to assist with the chaos as my husband and I get out the door. The kids adore...

Nadia P.

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Christa K.


Beaverton, OR

$16-25/hr • 10 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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christa provided part-time care for my 10 year old daughter for 1 year. Her duties included picking her up from school, homework help, meal prep, supervising chores, and bedtime. Christa is punctual, honest, flexible, and a great communicator. She has a lot of...

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Laura D.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr • 10 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: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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/hr • 9 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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Melissa R.


Hillsboro, OR

$16-29/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Experienced Nanny And Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello future families! May/June start. I am an experienced loving reliable nanny, waiting to meet my next family! I'm very patient, nurturing, health and safety conscious. I strive to care for children and their families in the utmost collaborative way and value. I love to turn every opportunity into an educational moment at...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Melisa was the head teacher of my daughters toddler class. My daughter has improved a lot in terms of discipline, counting, phonics and, interaction with other kids. When we go to pick her up in the evening, she is hesitant to come, that much she liked being at...

Prathap K.

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Hannah K.


Hillsboro, OR

$20-40/hr • 2 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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Angelica C.


Hillsboro, OR

$26-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello there, My name is Angelica C. I've been a caregiver for 5 years now. Prior to caregiving I worked for a couple of different positions (Customer service, Grade school, Hospital) in which I learned a lot from! I then transitioned into a caregiver Full-time, I've found that helping those in need is what I'm meant to do/grow...
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Brian K W.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr • 10 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/hr • 1 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: Transportation, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, respite care
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Whitney E.


Hillsboro, OR

$23-28/hr • 2 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/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kelsie M.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr • 2 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.
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Aubrey G.


Portland, OR

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

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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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.

Wendy R.

5.0

Wendy is a wonderful nanny. She is caring, reliable, and honest. She cared for our son like he was her own. She never once called in sick or was late for work despite often not feeling well herself. She even made it to work during one of the crazy snow storms. She has been a huge asset to our...

- Care member

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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