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49 special needs caregivers are listed in Salem, OR

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Salem, OR

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Rachel H.


Salem, OR

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

CPR Certified, Good References, Fun, Loving, Christian Woman

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun-loving person. I really love what I do. I am CPR certified. I've been trained to deal with behaviors. I have CNA experience and I have good references.
5.0
"Rachel is very reliable and good with our two babies. Our kids really liked her and would get excited when she arrived for an appointment. "

Debbie W.

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Mckenna K.


Salem, OR

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available And Very Experienced With Clients With Special Needs

I am very experienced with children of all ages (0-12). I have references available upon request. I have a lot of experience w/ special needs. I coach special needs individuals (ages 5-42) with varying disabilities and have worked one-on-one with a 3-year-old child with Batten disease (mental impairment, seizures, progressive...
Mckenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"McKenna is a very dependable person, she is always on time no matter if it's school, work or personal activities. She is a hard worker and very trustworthy. She's has a lot of patients around kids and has a love for them you don't see very often in someone her...

Trish K.

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Tristan W.


Salem, OR

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tristan and I have been caring for children consistently since 2016 when I started online school. I have experience with ages 4 months to 12 years, including children with special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified along with having my food handlers card. I am very patient and flexible. I can't wait to...
Tristan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tristan is reliable, responsive, and very thoughtful. She cared for our 4 year old son regularly and occasionally our older two children. She was excellent in caring for our 4 year old while managing our boxer puppy who wanted just as much attention. We hope to...

Jasmine K.

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Sydny S.


Salem, OR

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Friendly And Responsible Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aloha! My name is Sydny and I love working with children of all ages. I've had lots of experiences with babysitting and nannying for over 8 years. I've worked in early learning centers, programs for children with special needs, and am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm responsible, creative, empathetic, safe, and fun!
Sydny can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sydny took care of our 9 month old son while we were vacationing on Oahu. She arrived full of energy and eager to have fun with our son. We really appreciated all the updates we received from her throughout the evening and night. We know our son was well cared by...

Lauren P.

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Veronica C.


Salem, OR

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My schedule is flexible for a permanent, part time, one time or occasional date night. I am patient, responsible, energetic and bilingual. I have known from a very young age I wanted to work with kids for a living. I have experience with kids of all ages from babies to teenagers and special needs as well. I no longer have any...
Veronica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Veronica is very warm and friendly and had both structured and unstructured playtime for my daughter. It was so nice of her to open her home for my family."

Beth R.

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Brianna S.


Salem, OR

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child Care

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with 3 years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. Being a mother myself, I understand the importance of attentive and responsible care. I am known for my patient and friendly demeanor, which helps me connect easily with children. I believe...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna is a very nurturing, loving care giver. She puts other's needs ahead of her own. She is creative and especially good with little ones and the elderly and has experience with both."

Sandy E.

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Bethany R.


Salem, OR

$30-36/hr • 4 yrs exp

Patient, Dedicated, And Mature Former Teacher Available For Caregiving

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a patient, dedicated, empathetic and mature female. I love children, value our senior citizens, enjoy pets, and embrace diversity of all kinds. I was a pre-med science student, and have a degree in Biology, so I am able to understand medical information. I taught CPR and First Aid at the Red Cross for 6 years. I was a...
Bethany can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Bethany was hired and joined a team of homecare providers for my parents just 2-3 months before they passed. Her gentle spirit and caring nature was such a comfort. Even though she was with my family for a short time, I have a deep appreciation for her caregiving...

Sandra H.

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Cindy V.


Salem, OR

$27-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lots Of Energy And My Passion Is To Make People Happy In Any Circumstance.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have certified caregiver for over 15 years. I am also certified as a peer support specialist. I have specialized training in brain diseases, daily medication management, transportation, grocery shopping, cooking, companion care, light housekeeping, laundry or anything else needed. I am first aide/CPR trained. I have been...
Cindy can also help with: Companionship, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cindy puts the "care" in caregiver. Highly recommend."

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Alesha C.


Salem, OR

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have over two years of experience working with adults with special needs. It was such an honor and privilege to work along side such amazing people. One of my gifting is helping others. I have such a big heart for those with special needs.
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Vanessa R.


Salem, OR

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver And Children's Nanny/Family Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As for babysitting/nannying, I have cared for children from the ages of 3 months - 16 years old over the past 10 years. I have worked for families as a personal assistant helping with things such as dishes, laundry, school pick up and drop offs, homework and behavioral help as well mostly for youth on the spectrum with behavior...
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Tabitha F.


Salem, OR

$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Little About Me..

I've been providing childcare for most of my life, from babysitting my little brothers to caring for my friend's kiddos. My brother has Asperger's, and my son has ASD. I've worked as an ABA Therapist, as well as a Direct Support Professional for adults with disabilities. As a mom of a kiddo with disabilities, I know how much of...
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Grace F.


Salem, OR

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Part-time

I am passionate about providing people with proper care and ensuring they have a healthy and happy life. Most of my experience lies in mental health care and in-home senior care (specifically with individuals who are experiencing Alzheimer's and dementia). I am a very organized, positive and understanding person. I am able to do...
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Kathy M.


Salem, OR

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 16 years of experience working with children and teens that are affected by ASD, ADHD AND SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDERS. I have raised a child with these special needs and I'm aware of what's involved. I am extremely attentive, kind and understanding and I take direction well. I would love the opportunity to meet and talk...
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Sarah G.


Salem, OR

$21-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hi there! I'm Sarah! I have 2 & 1/2 years of experience with professional caregiving & have been interested in working with individuals with disabilities for many years before. I am an extroverted, engaging, and enthusiastic caregiver who is dedicated to encouraging a positive & creative environment. I have recently finished my...
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Jennifer T.


Salem, OR

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have cared for a lot of special need children and young teens all through out my life. I am really passionate about taking care of people and love and enjoy doing so.
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Michelle H.


Salem, OR

$18-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with children on the spectrum in ABA therapy, worked at a school in the special needs room, done private care for kids/adults as well as worked in a caregiving home for elders. I am very comfortable in new settings and although I do have a lot of experience, I am continuously learning new things. I like to ask...
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Anissa L.


Salem, OR

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi there! I have experience working with children with autism as a caregiver and also a behavior technician. I also have a few years experience caring for adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. I love being able to care for others while being in a positive environment.
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Erin S.


Salem, OR

$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Attentive And Compassionate

I have done CNA training and was formerly licensed with the state of Oregon (didnt renew due to staying home with my children). I know CPR and first aid. I've worked in skilled rehab centers and homes that cater to people with developmental delays and mental illness. I also have two special needs children myself (autism/adhd)...
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Jennifer O.


Salem, OR

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Patient and kind. I can provide assistance to a wide range of needs. Hard worker, fast learner. Empath. Thoughtful and respectful.
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Jennifer V.


Salem, OR

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a homeschooling mom with 2 kids. One is dyslexic and has some issues regulating big emotions. The other has articulation issues and higher energy. I have cared for a teen with down syndrome with some language issues.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salem, OR

Rachel H.

5.0

Rachel is very reliable and good with our two babies. Our kids really liked her and would get excited when she arrived for an appointment.

- Debbie W.

Mckenna K.

5.0

McKenna is a very dependable person, she is always on time no matter if it's school, work or personal activities. She is a hard worker and very trustworthy. She's has a lot of patients around kids and has a love for them you don't see very often in someone her age.

- Trish K.

Tristan W.

5.0

Tristan is reliable, responsive, and very thoughtful. She cared for our 4 year old son regularly and occasionally our older two children. She was excellent in caring for our 4 year old while managing our boxer puppy who wanted just as much attention. We hope to continue to have Tristan care for our...

- Jasmine K.

Sydny S.

5.0

Sydny was amazing with our baby. We were thrilled to have someone we could trust while we played golf in Hawaii. She played with our baby, took him to do so many fun things. and he was so comfortable with her. He loved her and so did we! Wish we were here more to use her services. She kept us...

- Megan B.

Veronica C.

5.0

Veronica is absolutely amazing!! She took such great care of our 2 month old and he loved her!! She is very kind, patient, calm, and reliable. I could go on and on about how great she is! We would have used her longer but she will be having a baby of her own.

- Tina M.

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

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Salem, OR are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 49 listed special needs caregivers.