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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

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Callie P.


Portland, OR

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny Available For Occasional Care

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Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

*Rate: $30/hr *Currently seeking part-time work, available 20-30 hrs/week As a career nanny, I love kids and would love to play a role in your kiddo's growth and exploration of the world! I have over 10 years of childcare experience in both in-home and daycare settings. In these environments, I have had experience with children...
Callie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Olivia S.


Portland, OR

$20-24/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi there! My name is Olivia. I am 21 years of age. With my extensive experience at Durham Learning Tree and taking child education courses at Tigard High School, I believe that I am the right babysitter to take care of your child/children. I believe that a babysitter plays a very important role in a child's life. Therefore, I...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is V. Terese! My current nanny contract started May 2021, but will be coming to an end this fall. Before moving here and working with my current family, I had spent the previous 4 years nannying various families in Iowa. I have worked with all genders, and ages ranging from 5 months to 16 years old! I've spent time...
V. Terese can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Madeline D.


Portland, OR

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

I am a sophomore at Colorado State University home for the summer! I currently have a part-time, event-based job with a flexible schedule. I love kids, and I have prior babysitting experience, as well as experience working with children that have special-needs.
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Stella M.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Work In Corvallis!

Hello! I am currently finishing a degree in Human Development and Family Sciences and looking forward to working with children in my future career! I have 7+ years of nannying/babysitting experience. For the past 2 years, I have been working as a full-time nanny for a single family. I have had experience with twins, special...
Stella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Robin R.


Portland, OR

$14/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Games Cook

I have three (now grown) children of my own and two grandchildren. My nieces and nephews all call me Aunt Gamer. Taught kids cooking classes for 5 years. Worked as a full time-nanny in Florida for 2 years. Worked with special needs children in a middle school for 4 years. Have had CPR and first aid training, though those have...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Aubrey G.


Portland, OR

$15-20/hr2 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...
Aubrey can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Julia S.


Portland, OR

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

Hi! I'm Julia, I'm 22 and a design student at Portland State University. I'm very creative at heart and passionate about making art and music. I'm also very interested in science related studies, and have a passion for writing. I have been babysitting since I was 16 years old- one of my main past experiences involved caring for...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance
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Evan K.


Portland, OR

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have recently relocated to Portland from Jenner, California. I spent this last year working as a nanny for a family in SW Portland. I'm looking for a family in need of part-time or full-time care for their children. I am a college graduate with a B. A. in Jazz Studies. I love teaching music to children of all ages and skill...
Evan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Maggie Y.


Portland, OR

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Elementary Teacher And Mother

Hello, my name is Maggie. I am a teacher, tutor, and mother with 19 years of experience caring for children. My many years as an educator and parent have made me a calm, patient, and respectful caretaker. I love the energy and creativity that young people exude, both in academic and home settings. Throughout my long history of...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Drew P.


Portland, OR

$5-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time and Last Minute Childcare Available

As one of six children, I learned quickly how to entertain and interact with a variety of children at varying levels, under all kinds of circumstances. I've always loved working with children, and have had the opportunity to do so through 5 years working in classrooms (special ed, general ed, and preschool.) Also 2 years...
Drew can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sandra L.


Portland, OR

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

I have 4 kiddos my self and 2 of them are special needs. I did daycare out of my home for about 7 years and I absolutely loved it. Gave me the chance to stay home and raise my kiddos. I have now been a caregiver for seniors and kids with disabilities for the last 5 years. I have a lot of experience from all age kiddos and would...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am an experienced babysitter and pet sitter. I am 18 years old . CPR certified and have a certificate/card. I am skilled in taking care of children with special needs, and I am comfortable with pets of all sizes and temperaments. I am reliable, have a strong work ethic, and am committed to providing the best possible care. I...
Kylee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mary W.


Portland, OR

$20-37/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I'm newly graduated college student and wish to expand my work time with kids and pets. I have two year of experience with a range of ages (1-10) as well as special needs and infants. I am open to babysitting any age range. I believe it is important to allow each and every child to grow and expand their creativity within...
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lauren M.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare And Education Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Lauren, and I am a nanny operating as an independent contractor out of Portland. In addition to a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, I have taken professional development training courses on managing child behavior, inquiry-based teaching, child psychology and development, and am ELCCT certified. I have been...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! My name is Kassidy. I'm currently searching for a part-time caregiving opportunity. My experience in assisting seniors and children with care needs has shown me sincere patience, loving kindness, and genuine companionship. I continue to carry these traits with such a high value when it comes to my everyday life. I believe...
Kassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ella A.


Portland, OR

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a caring childcare provider with years of experience working with children of all ages. I've worked as a babysitter, nanny, gymnastics coach, and camp counselor, where I developed skills in creating safe, fun, and nurturing environments for kids. I'm skilled in organizing creative activities, helping with homework,...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jacqueline L.


Portland, OR

$10-15/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: Transportation, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, meal prep
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Kassidy V.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kassidy. I'm currently searching for a part-time caregiving opportunity. My experience in assisting seniors and children with care needs has shown me sincere patience, loving kindness, and genuine companionship. I continue to carry these traits with such a high value when it comes to my everyday life. I believe...
Kassidy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
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Daniella G.


Portland, OR

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! My name is Daniella. I have had about 2 years of experience in home healthcare and caregiving. I genuinely love helping others and would describe myself as empathetic, responsible, patient, and reliable. My sole intention is to provide care in the most efficient and beneficial ways for each individual, as each and every...
Daniella can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
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"Daniella is a very caring and patient person. She is responsible and can be counted on. She took great care of my mother. "

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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.