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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
Melissa C.
Salem, OR
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with many different families and have not had one experience that was negative. Caring for children is absolutely what I love to do. Children need consistency, and I love to provide that. I worked for the school district with individuals with special needs for several years before I quit to pursue foster parenting...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
I've worked intensely with children for 8+ years. I love working with all ages! I have been a caregiver professionally for one year, caring for individuals with special needs. This field has helped me build so much patience, and has helped me learn how to interact with those that I care for.
I love working with children! I've...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tessa B.
Woodburn, OR
$22-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have 7 years of experience with in home caregiving for medically fragile kiddos. I'm very comfortable with all aspects of high needs care. I am an EMT as well. It makes me happy to jump in and help give families some respite.
I have 12 years experience working with children who are differently-abled. I have recently received my certified nursing assistance certification. I am registered with the state as a care provider, have done my fingerprint and background checks.
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Aja C.
Woodburn, OR
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Aja. I was born and raised in Juneau Alaska. I moved to Portland to attend Aveda Institute and got my Esthetician license in Feb 2021. I slowly start loving Oregon and couldn't imagine not living here! I started working with kids at the age of 14. I was a student intern at an after school program/daycare, RALLY working...
Aja can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Aja was so incredible with our daughter! She is engaged, kind, responsible, and very communicative. We would 100% hire her again! "
Care member
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to school aged, as well as special needs and medically complex children. I am currently helping with caretaking for my medically complex nephew. With me, your children will receive appropriate...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello, my name is Jonalinn. I have 5 years of experience in care, I have done facility care, and I have done in home care, I have worked through ages 6 and up. I have always enjoyed caregiving and hope to find a long-term job, I enjoy bonding and making that connection with people and helping make their day the best I possibly...
I have worked a few jobs within child care. During Middle school I obtained my babysitter license through the American Red Cross. I went on to participate in library events assisting the youth program director in the summer reading program from middle school into Highschool. I then worked as an in home Nanny for a family with 5...
Nathan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Jillian V.
Hubbard, OR
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
21 Year Old Mom Of One Looking For A Couple Sweet Kids To Watch In The Meantime.
I'm a mom of a beautiful baby girl and I absolutely love being with kids. I currently am a daycare provider at a local gym from 9am-11 a.m. I'm a country girl at heart so being outside rather then watching TV or tablets is best for me. I grew up around kids and I'm even good with special needs kiddos as well. I've had many jobs...
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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.