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260 special needs caregivers are listed in Portland, OR

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Portland, OR

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Jasmine H.


Portland, OR

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Personal Assistant/House Manager

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is amazing. Very trustworthy in every way. She is very caring and very loving with my kids. We have been working with her since they were babies and they are now 5 and 4. They adore her. I highly recommend her. Keep doing a great job"

Sonia G.

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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!"

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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...

Kiera L.


Portland, OR

$10-15/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.

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...

Jessica F.


Portland, OR

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Career Nanny Looking For New Position.

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene. Lots of experience with ADHD, autism etc.

Kimberly L.


Portland, OR

$15-30/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

$15/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, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Aaron H.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

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...
Aaron can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Molly M.


Portland, OR

$28-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Molly! I am a positive, motivated individual that thrives in an environment where community, communication and well being are a priority. I have always held a special place in my heart for children and love watching and helping them learn and discover this beautiful world around us. I am trustworthy, responsible,...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Margot S.


Portland, OR

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences International Nanny, Babysitter, Mothers Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my degree in Early Childhood education with a specialization in Montessori learning and special needs children. Over the past 5 years I have spent two years as a full time in home nanny in both Australia and France. I have 10 years of experience caring for children ages 0-12. Beyond this I have 3 years of experience...
Margot can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Sherry F.


Portland, OR

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/director/Pediatric Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sherry. I am a pediatric nurse and Early Childhood teacher. I have had many years of experience caring for and teaching children of all ages, from infants through school-agers. I enjoy reading to young children and engaging them in developmentally appropriate activities, such as art, music, and dramatic play. I...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a new first time mom to a precious baby boy, and have two bonus boys I get the pleasure of helping raise! I would love to explain my situation more if you're interested in an interview. I have about 6 years paid nanny experience along with a couple more years helping take care of my nieces and nephews. I have taken...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Coco N.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

Hi! I am a 21-year-old student at Lewis and Clark College. I recently moved back to PDX from Los Angeles. I love working with kids, and have 6 years experience in tutoring, nannying, and "mother's helper" work. I have formal babysitting experience with kids 1-9, and have held jobs that spanned many years where I was able to...
Coco can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling

Amanda P.


Portland, OR

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hi

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...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Jessica F.


Portland, OR

$15-36/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Parent Of Special Needs Child Looking For Work While Children Are In School.

I am Jessica, Mother of 3 children 11, 8, and 15. I am the outgoing pta president and am the incoming pta president at the elementary school where my children attend. I have quite a long history in working with children and adults of different needs. I have worked with children with ASD, ADHD, CP , feeding tubes, Down Syndrome...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, errands & more
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...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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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 107 reviews of the 260 listed special needs caregivers.