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29 special needs caregivers are listed in Rainier, OR

The average posted rate is $26/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rainier, OR

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Kayana F.


Rainier, OR

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Play And Loving Limits

5.0

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I'm Kayana, and I have been working with kids ever since I can remember. I have five younger siblings- the oldest is 23, and the youngest is seven, so I have lots of experience with kids of all ages. I started as a camp counselor when I was 15, & have since moved up to a leadership position there. I was a gymnastics coach for...
Kayana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kayana is very responsive to the needs of all children and works hard to have good relationships with those she works with. She is energetic, caring, and has an innate understanding of people. I highly recommend Kayana for any position she is being considered for!"

Akari A.

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Teresa C.


Rainier, OR

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have 5 years of Senior care experience. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation and I like animals and I can work Flexible hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. I do have experience with special needs. And I'm available now. And I have experience in dementia and I would like to work in the night.
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
5.0
"We’ve had Teresa multiple times and she was wonderful. She made meals for my mom and took very good care of her. I would highly recommend her. "

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Aleesha S.


Kalama, WA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nanny

I am a Certified Professional Nanny and Infant Care Specialist looking for a long-term position with the right family. As a Northwest Nannies Institute graduate, I strive to maintain a safe and encouraging environment as I help young humans build their autonomy and learn about the world around them. I have experience with...
Aleesha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Laura C.


Woodland, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Qualified Childcare.

A mother of 5 grown children. and 5 amazing grandchildren. I spend a lot of time with my grandkids and they spend the night with me often as well as go on adventures with grandma. They keep me young! I'm also a private respite provider for families with disabled children/adults. I was with one family with 17 years and I am...
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Angela W.


Kelso, WA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Experience with watching special need kids.. specialty in autism and mental illness.. not available Saturdays as I go to church.
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Carrie I.


Longview, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

What Can I Help You With?

46-year-old Mom of 3. 28, 25, and 19 years old. 19-year-old has Autism and Asthma. (now high functioning) 28-year-old had adhd. New to Washington 4 years ago. Looking for a new purpose and helping families in need.
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Ashley R.


Longview, WA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Crafty Sitter

My names Ashley I am a mother of two and look for work that would allow me to bring my infant son with me. I also have a 6-year-old daughter that attends school I am available during school hours and could be available after school as long as my children were welcome to come along. I have a car that seats 3 in the backseat I am...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth G.


Castle Rock, WA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Ready For Anything :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years experience with special needs children as my younger sister was special needs and required %100 supervision. I have helped raise her since a very young age and doing so has given me a lot of learning experience. Once moved out of my home I volunteered for several months at an Elementary school. I attended...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Christine V.


Saint Helens, OR

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Anytime After 4pm. I Love Kids And Animals

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have dealt with kids with special needs and children of all ages. I love to watch and play with kids. I have never had a child hate me, I make sure that your child is taken care of and entertained. I love to dance and exercise, hang out with friends and family. I am also going to school to be a Medical Assistant! I know how to...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have 14 months experience offering direct support to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I've had the privilege of learning to support adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism disorders and cognitive and intellectual disabilities. I spent roughly one year supporting children living in shelter...
Hi! I'm Julia I have 5 years of caregiving with development and disability working with Schizophrenia, autism, non verbal clients and love making a change in someone's life !
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Holly C.


Clatskanie, OR

$19-30/hr4 yrs exp

I have a lifetime of experience with all the ins of outs of cerebral palsy due to a siblings diagnosis. Vast experience with AAC, G Tubes etc.
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Teresa B.


Saint Helens, OR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Upbeat Nanny!

I am a cheerful, positive 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 imagination is...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Laura B.


Clatskanie, OR

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Love Kids, Love Pets!

I have 5 years of professional experience, but babysat since I was 12. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am an avid believer in Montessori and respectful childcare. I have experience with kids with special needs, and am confident in my ability to handle different medical needs in children. I love...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Erika B.


Castle Rock, WA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Lover Of Jesus, People, And God's World

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have around 4 years of experience. I spent a total of 9 1/2 months helping my sister postpartum, which included managing the house & keeping it running, cooking, cleaning, playing and taking care of the children, as well as babysitting occasionally and weekly for various families. This included mealtimes, helping them get...
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rebekah C.


Scappoose, OR

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

In-Home Support Professional

I am very passionate about working with individuals with special needs and want to pursue it as a career someday. I'd love to be a life skills or special education teacher. I have my BS in Human Development and Family Science with an emphasis in Human Services. I worked at HomeLife (in Corvallis) that supported young adults with...
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Alexandra D.


Woodland, WA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

EMT Student

I have experience with children aged 6-17 in a variety of settings including overnight summer camp and local K-12 schools. I’ve worked with special needs kiddos and kids with behavioral issues in professional settings (schools). I am a reliable, fun-loving, active, patient professional transitioning from the 9-5 space to a...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Having lived and cared for my grandmother myself who was blind and partially deaf and caring for my special needs sister most of my childhood, I can assure you that I am ready for anything! I have a calm and friendly attitude I am patient and have outstanding listening skills! I would love to help the elderly in an way I can!
Elizabeth can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting nurse, live-in home care
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Mckenzie H.


Longview, WA

$17-40/hr3 yrs exp

I have experience with children of special needs, example: autism, non verbal, cerebral palsy. I have worked in a preschool before becoming a stay at home wife and love to work with children! I am very positive and mother like nurturing. :)
Mckenzie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have grown up with disabilities in my family, my cousin has Autism and my niece has Down syndrome. When I was in 8th grade until my sophomore year in high school I helped out with Special Olympics and taught them that even though they are a little different doesnt mean they cant have fun and be themselves. I am a medical...

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