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253 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Portland, OR
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
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: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mariah R.
Portland, OR
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I communicate effectively with parents through written daily reports, verbal communication at pickup, and regular updates via text or phone calls. I'm confident in my ability to care for up to three children, aged 0 to 11, and I have a car to ensure convenient transportation. I also have experience with pets and am a...
Hi, my name is Joelle and I have 15 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Lana M.
Portland, OR
$30/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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
$10-15/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:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have a passion for teaching and helping kids explore the world around them. Children should have the opportunity to develop life skills through play from day one. I have worked with children for 10 years, facilitating learning experiences. I have experience with kids from infancy to middle school, as well as children with...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Samana, I'm 23 years old and I have 5+ years of experience in babysitting.
I am a UH alumni, I graduated in fall of 2022 with a major in psychology and minor in sociology.
I am currently going to graduate school to obtain my masters in clinical psychology.
I can start immediately and have a very flexible schedule. I...
Samana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Isabelle D.
Portland, OR
$18-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bella! I have lots of childcare experience from taking care of my own siblings, to babysitting in others' homes, to tutoring and teaching children of all ages. I have some experience with a variety of special needs, and I am always happy to learn more! I am reliable, fun loving, and creative, and I am excited to learn...
Isabelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been working with children of all ages for over 10 years. I was a nanny to two girls aged 7 and 9 for two years. I then went back to school to become a pediatric medical assistant. While in school, I was a caretaker for children with special needs and the elderly! Once graduated, I worked as a pediatric medical assistant...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Imagination and playtime are my specialty. I have a wide spectrum of experience. I have cared for infants from 2 months to 16 years old with special needs. I have experience caring for multiple children at once. I am flexible and I am looking for a part-time job. I am currently in school working on my nursing degree and I am...
Torie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Dakota S.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm a college graduate that loves kids! I graduated in 2020 with my degree in architecture & design. In my off time I lead an active lifestyle, constantly hiking, camping or yoga! I also enjoy reading books, watching new movies and hanging out with my friends and family. I've been taking care of kids for many years ranging from...
Dakota can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 104 reviews of the 253 listed special needs caregivers.