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267 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Portland, OR

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Lana M.


Portland, OR

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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I started my healthcare career in 2002 at 16 years old when I became a Certified Nursing Assistant. I worked at a nursing home and at Kalispell Regional Medical Center before moving to Portland in 2005. When I had my son in 2007, I was blessed to be a stay at home mother for 5 years. My son has autism, which has taught me, and...
Lana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Aliyah L.


Portland, OR

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who's Reliable And Professional

Hello! My name is Aliyah, and I'm a passionate and dedicated babysitter with over 10 years of experience working with children ranging from infants to preteens. With 5 years of paid babysitting experience and an additional 5 years of tutoring, I specialize in providing care and support for children with special needs. I take...
Aliyah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care
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Drew P.


Portland, OR

$16-19/hr

Part-time Companion/Valet/Chauffeur/Butler/Errand-Runner

When I began college, my goal was to work with children with disabilities and special needs, and that was all. By the time I'd graduated from college however, I'd become aware of the vast spectrum of people who could use assistance, regardless of specific disabilities or age. My own grandparents had become less mobile as time...
Drew can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Meera H.


Portland, OR

$19-37/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Experienced Caregiver

20 years experience as a special needs nanny, 4 years experience working with elders in end of life care. Extensive volunteer work with seniors and vulnerable populations. Skilled cook with planned and on the spot meal preparation, strong organizational skills and ability to multitask with housekeeping, love of gardening and...
Meera can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

I have worked a ton with children and with teens and adults with special needs. I would love to have some more experience with seniors. :)
Amy can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
I am a licensed caregiver with nearly a year of experience working with individuals with special needs. I am physically strong and can assist with moving clients safely and comfortably. I am skilled in changing ostomy bags and diapers, and I can also help with light cleaning tasks like washing dishes and mopping. I'm currently...
Gurami can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
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Cassidy R.


Portland, OR

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello! I have been a caregiver for children and people with special needs for 9 years and for elderly individuals off and on for two years in the past. I am looking to get back into caring for elderly individuals as I took a break after caring for my grandmother. I love being there for elderly individuals as a companion &...
Cassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands
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Jasmine H.


Portland, OR

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Autism/Special Needs Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am sincerely passionate about children's wellbeing and being an engaged and positive influence in child care. I have certifications for First Aid and CPR. I have experience with all ages of children, newborn through teenage, and caring for multiple children at once. I am...
5.0
"Jasmine has been very timely and has helped me greatly with cleaning tasks/and lifting objects up stairs. She's also very compassionate and caring and I've loved that about her!!!"

Peggy P.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I recently left my job as an ABA therapist to focus on school full time. I'm looking to fill my newly available hours spending time with special needs and kiddos again.I love working with kids & while I cannot provide professional ABA therapy (as I no longer am licensed) I am more than happy to apply the knowledge,...
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Carina M.


Portland, OR

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Vaccinated, Covid-Cautious Nanny & Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience caring for children ages 9 months - 13 years as both a babysitter and regular nanny. I have experience with families with up to 4 children, twins, triplets, and children with special needs. I enjoy reading, board games, playing outside, making up games, going for walks, field trips, baking, arts...
Carina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Carina has been watching our son for a couple months now for date nights, and she is great with him. He is a toddler, and she does a nice job engaging with him and working to understand his needs. She always comes to the job with a positive attitude, and ready to...

Breana L.

Audrey P.


Portland, OR

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, families! Looking for a nanny? I'm a career nanny with 8+ years of professional childcare under my belt searching for my next family. I have experience with special needs, newborn care, daycare, as well as teaching toddler music classes. I love to sing and make arts and crafts, and adore household pets. My approach to...
Audrey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Audrey was prompt, friendly, and flexible with timing. Our daughter was comfortable with her right away, and we’d hire her again!"

Care member

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Jasmine H.


Portland, OR

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Personal Assistant/House Manager

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I absolutely love spending time with children. I have over a decade of experience caring for youth, especially infants and toddlers. My background is in working with special needs children and studying behavioral therapy. I am also a mother and have CPR, first Aid and Child Safety training. Please feel free to reach out and...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amazing mother! Jasmine is a loving mother to her child and our baby. She gave me the trust I needed to focus on my meetings while she took care of my child."

Niejah W.

Jeralene B.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

30 years experience. Have worked at PPS with children on spectrum in all levels! I am caring, an avacate with teachers for homework understanding and work load. I understand struggles they might have. I get to know each individual to best motivate your child. I make exercises fun, like a game. I do roll play to teach your child...

Claudia P.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

Children Keep Me Young And Happy

My name is Claudia. I was a professional nanny for 15 years. I worked full time for 2 families and I also did part time work for dozens of family's through out my nanny work experience. I became a mother to 5 beautiful special needs foster children 7 years ago. I am excited and happy to say all my children are so well adjusted...

Amanda P.


Portland, OR

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, most of my professional career I have focused on supporting people with significant physical and mental needs or people that have special needs. In my personal life I am a painter and love working with my hands on creative projects. Cooking and meal prep has become a fun activity. I love long walks with my dog and a good...

Rebekah C.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr

Compassionate Caregiver

Hello, My name is Rebekah I am a professional who is autistic and looking to support others in need! I have years of experience working with children, but would like to expand that experience to adults. I work planning events for adults with autism as well. I will treat who ever I'm supporting with respect and kindness. Hope...

Kiera L.


Portland, OR

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Evening & Weekend Caregiver Available

I have been caring for medically fragile and special needs children for over 7 years. I have experience caring for trach, g/j tubes, medication, high needs behaviorally, autism, adhd, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, etc. I specialize in always treating every child with the most respect in all situations.

Kimberly L.


Portland, OR

$16-30/hr

Part Time Caregiver Looking For Work

Hey there, I'm Kimberly! I am a certified nursing assistant. I have worked in both Long term care settings and hospital settings. I am enthusiastic, helpful, compassionate, patient, and a fast learner. I'm currently looking for part-time work. Let's connect :)

Aaron H.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

A Little Extra Care

As one of five kids I was given the responsibility to care for my siblings very early in my life. This inspired my focus for early education in Child Development. My family has always been incredibly diverse. I learned to care for a variety of special needs through the necessity to care for my family and those around me. I have...

Diana B.


Portland, OR

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Parent Of 5/ESD 5yr/Literacy/Mindfulness/Exercise

Parented twins SMART reading trainer/encouaging lieracy Violinist encouraging fun practice on instruments Mindfulness relaxation practices Kids exercise 5 years ESD work with special needs preschoolers Of course I Iove children!
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portland, OR

Jasmine H.

5.0

Jasmine has been very timely and has helped me greatly with cleaning tasks/and lifting objects up stairs. She's also very compassionate and caring and I've loved that about her!!!

- Peggy P.

Carina M.

5.0

Carina was amazing with my 3 hard-to-win-over school aged kids (and a very easy-to-win-over puppy). I would definitely hire Carina again and recommend her highly!

- Amy I.

Audrey P.

5.0

Audrey was prompt, friendly, and flexible with timing. Our daughter was comfortable with her right away, and we’d hire her again!

- Care member

Jasmine H.

5.0

Amazing mother! Jasmine is a loving mother to her child and our baby. She gave me the trust I needed to focus on my meetings while she took care of my child.

- Niejah W.

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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 100 reviews of the 267 listed special needs caregivers.