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267 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Portland, OR
Jacob O.
Portland, OR
$16-26/hr • 2 yrs exp
Over the last two years I've worked as a Job Developer & Coach, aiding adults with special needs acquire & sustain employment. Prior to that I worked as a student teacher with various ages groups. Ranging from 1st Grade - Freshman. Over the next year I will be applying to graduate school to acquire a Masters In Teaching. I'm...
Jacob can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recently retired and looking for comfortable family in need of P/T nanny in Southeast Portland. My experience include working with babies in newborn nurseries, infant development centers and older children in schools for children with disabilities as well as one on one relationships with children in their homes.
I believe in...
Laurel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Joy G.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 10 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
In 2018 I retired from a wonderful career as a Health Unit Coordinator at Providence Portland ER. I have enjoyed the break from ambulances and triage and am now looking forward to the opportunity to work with children. I previously worked in a group home with special needs children, and I raised my amazing 33-year-old daughter...
Beverly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and kids with special needs. I have experience with ABA therapy and I love working with kids!
Arwen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Jackson W.
Portland, OR
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Reliable, Affordable, Enthusiastic Babysitter And Child Care Specialist!
Hi there! My name is Jackson, I am a junior college student at Lewis and Clark College who has exceptional experience and passion in the world of babysitting and childcare
I worked for over 4 years at an after school program and summer camp Tree Frog Treks in San Francisco. I loved engaging with the campers, and specialized in...
Jackson can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Elaina H.
Portland, OR
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elaina. I have cared for children with ages ranging between 3-10, and I have had experience with children with special needs counseling for a Special Olympics tennis camp. I am currently a graduation coach at a high school. I was a Spanish major in college, so I speak Spanish! I love playing games and going...
Elaina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, my name is Joelle and I have 17 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs children. I was a preschool teacher for 7 years, have been a nanny for 10 and was a service coordinator at a group home for 2.
I enjoy children of all ages and it's so rewarding being a part of their daily growth....
Joelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kerry. I've been taking care of children since I was 13. I've worked in a daycare, but most of my experience is in the home. I have a lot of skills that are handy both on and off the job. I love art and have a BFA in Book Arts. One of my favorite things to do with kids is teach them to make a book from one sheet of...
Kerry can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
Special Needs Care
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and humorous.
I like working with kids because I've worked in special needs for 11 years. :)
I'm looking for a job that has consistent scheduling and pay.
I started working with kids when my nephews were born
In my spare time, I like to do photography, run, do voiceover...
Brandon can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jade! I am a highly experienced childcare provider. I am currently a preschool teacher at a NAEYC accredited center. I am comfortable and happy to work with all ages and large groups of children. My background includes extensive private and professional childcare with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and K-12...
Jade can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jade did a wonderful job watching our two year old! Our daughter warmed up very quickly and easily to Jade upon meeting her. Jade has an in depth knowledge of child development and is a natural with kids. In addition to being great with children, she was very...
Zenka W.
Full transparency: I have a full time job as a phlebotomist at OHSU. I nannied a lot as a teenager for family and friends and am wanting to get back into it for some extra money as I am getting married and am in the market to buy my first home, so the extra money would be amazing. I have experience with all ages including...
Ariana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Beverly B.
Portland, OR
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available, Experienced, Fun And Caring, Educator And Caregiver
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny specializing in infant care. I am also a newborn expert. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of Portland, where I studied dance and genetics. A Montessori alum, I enjoy promoting experiential learning, encouraging interaction and observation of a student's surroundings. I enjoy...
Beverly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Anna P.
Portland, OR
$25-35/hr
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Children are the most precious gifts that life gives us. I am willing to do my best caring for them and accommodate all your special needs and requests. Your child's comfort, safety and joy are my priority. I always aim to go above and beyond to make sure that your family stays happy. Please, contact me for an interview!
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Lana M.
Portland, OR
$25-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lana. I live in NE Portland with my spouse and our 17-year-old daughter and son, 2 dogs, and a bunny. Outside of raising our 2 amazing children, one of whom has autism, I have had the pleasure of caring for 12 other infants/toddlers/ children throughout the years. Three of which also had developmental...
Lana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
Experienced Nanny & Special Needs Caregiver | CPR Certified | $30-$35/hr
Hi, I'm Isabella! I have years of experience caring for children from 3 months to 15 years old, including twins and up to five kids at a time. I've worked as a private nanny, in preschools and daycares, and with children in foster care or those who have...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm a 28-year-old part-time student, currently working on my prerequisites to get a Masters or accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I'm hoping to work part-time while I attend school. :)
I have over 15 years of childcare experience for a range of ages, from babies to teenagers-- including experience with...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kristina H.
Portland, OR
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a patient and empathetic 30-year-old who has extensive experience working with kids, mainly between the ages of 6 months- 7 years. I have worked in the infant room at a daycare, as a nanny for two young girls, as a distance-learning teacher, a camp volunteer, and as a Registered Behavioral Technician with youth diagnosed...
Kristina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Krissy is child-centered, patient, kind, and understanding of all of our families needs. Our boys rave about Krissy and all of the creative activities that they get to do with her."
Desiree C.
Senait A.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a cheerful, positive, dependable and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I am someone who loves the outdoors and believe that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their...
Senait can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah G.
Portland, OR
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm looking for occasional babysitting on nights and weekends. Open to caring for 1 or 2 children! I have 10 years of childcare experience, mostly being a nanny and preschool teacher! I am currently a nanny here in Portland! My most recent job was as an Early Interventionist, and have the knowledge that goes...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 108 reviews of the 267 listed special needs caregivers.