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My experience includes a year as Behavior Tech and I am currently a Special Education Paraprofessional. I love working with kids and have experience with Autism, ADHD, and Downs Syndrome.
Adrienne C.
Tualatin, OR
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a very experienced caregiver with all different age groups and different disabilities I have worked in hospitals as a patient sitter, in home caregiver, and a direct care worker in group homes with adults and children. I have experience with personal care, transfers with Hoyers and gait belts, feeding, companionship and...
Shelby A.
Tualatin, OR
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Growing up I went to a private school,kindergarten through eighth grade and all nine years I connected with the kids with special needs at my school. A feeling of joy and happiness and fulfillment would fill up my heart when they wanted/needed to see me and remembered my name and I loved just hugging them and playing with them...
I am a Montessorian caregiver with 15 yrs of experience in a home & classroom setting. I have a Masters in infant/toddler Montessori studies, as well as a fundamental cert in primary studies & a CDA. I have worked with children postpartum through 16 yrs, specialized in ECE & High Profile Families. I have extensive experience...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a licensed SPED teacher with a PK-12 endorsement. I really enjoy working with "tricky" children who may need a little extra support with behavior. I tend to focus on social and emotional growth as key part of my job and helping children navigate their world and self awareness. I firmly believer in using positive behavior...
Raechelle B.
Portland, OR
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a mother of 3 (20, 17, 11) looking to supplement my income while continuing my medical degree. I have some experience with special needs as well. Looking forward to providing you and your family with excellent worry free care so you can get back to work:)
Raechelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Raechelle is very reliable and detail oriented. She has a knack for un-cluttering small spaces and being organized. She is great with people and animals."
Ruby T.
Danielle M.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CPR, first aid and safety care certified. 3 years experience with ASD.
Providing compassionate care and engaging, accessible learning to children is my sacred work and how I care for my community and myself. In my experience working with children, I have learned that being mindful and tuning in to the needs of every child...
4.3
(9)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings.
Home w/animals is OK.
* Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered.
Oregon PSW
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is a recurring nanny for my infant daughter (8 months). I am highly protective when it comes to my child and Stephanie is one of only a few childcare specialists that I feel totally comfortable with. Stephanie is totally reliable and timely (never late...
Tanya L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been professionally immersed in the world of child care for 7 years. With 5 years of full-time nannying and 2 years in education, I've cared for children aged 4 months to 18 years. As an Assistant Teacher and a Special Education Paraeducator, my journey has been rich with experiences. Currently, I provide full-time care for...
Maddison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddison was one the very best things to happen to our family!
Context: We hired her for 6 months of in home nanny care for out infant while we waited for him to be old enough for his daycare spot. Our little one was 6-12 months while she worked for us.
Maddison...
Candace K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
Georgia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have hired Georgia to look after our nine year old and dog several times. She is punctual, compassionate, caring and thoughtful in her care. Georgia is highly recommended!!!"
Leslie D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison. I currently work as a para educator with high needs students! I am a licensed K-12 art teacher and love working with young artists!
I have a dog and cat that I adore and am happy to help take care of your animal friends!
I'd describe my personality as warm and inviting.
I like working with kids...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I highly recommend Maddie. Any family looking for a responsible, trustworthy, and loving caregiver. Look no further! She is attentive to the needs and wants of your children. "
Care member
Danielle M.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
CPR, first aid certified. 6 years experience with children of all ages and with special needs. I studied American Sign Language for 3 years. I am an undergraduate student at PSU majoring in Psychology.
Providing compassionate care and engaging, accessible learning to children is my sacred work. I have learned that being...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Danielle has been an amazing caretaker for our ASD kiddo. She started working with us during Covid and has been a great support to all of us over the past couple of years. She's communicative, kind, flexible, fun, firm when needed, and responsible. You'd be lucky...
Chris S.
5.0
(1)
Experience in caring for patients with different ailments. Very dependable and can provide a resume with references.
5.0
"Christina cared for my elderly mom with dementia for an extended period of time. She is professional, smart, caring and capable. She understood my mom’s needs, as well as my needs as I was living with my mom, and always provided the most compassionate and competent...
Care member
Alicia B.
Portland, OR
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight Babysitting Jobs!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alicia and I have been working with children of all ages for around 10 years now. I have worked for the local recreation and community centers in Salem/Keizer school district and now most recently the Beaverton school district. I am certified in first aid, CPR, and Epipen. My job position with the school district...
Alicia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's our current Nanny and Alicia is fantastic! I highly recommend her."
Aliza S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced, warm and friendly mother of 3 wonderful children.. I have over 30 years experience working with
(19 of these years have been with special needs) children as my identical twin boys are on the Autism Spectrum... I enjoy doing activities such as crafts, puzzles or going to the park. I believe being a caretaker...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heather was wonderful and the kiddos loved having her be their "Nan"! She was always very punctual, super creative and would often do art project with the kids which they loved. She would help with numerous housekeeping items. We have an old dog and she even helped...
Lindsay G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a mom of two and work during the week for our local school district as a SPED IA! I have extensive experience working with special needs and medically fragile children and adults as well and would love to support you and your family member! I currently work full time in special education but...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great job. Super hard working. Many thanks!"
Mary C.
Gisella C.
Lake Oswego, OR
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Trustworthy, Patient And Caring Nanny Seeking A Wonderful Family
5.0
(33)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I adore spending time with children and have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborns, infants, toddlers, school age and even teenagers) and also have experience caring for children with special needs. I am...
Gisella can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gisella is absolutely amazing and is adored by the entire family. She is kind, patient, and great with our little wild things. If she was available for full-time care we would be jumping at the chance. Genuinely, we cannot say enough good things about her. "
Lani B.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Aydia and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare experience working with three families as full time nanny's with kids of all ages. I primarily focus on and have the most experience with infants and toddlers, I also have experience working with twins and children with special needs. I am trained...
Aydia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aydia was wonderful taking care of my boys, one nonverbal with autism. I highly recommend her."
Alia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am currently waiting to take the last few classes or so to get my Oregon SPED credential. My most recent position was with a local school district as a transition paraprofessional. The students were taught job and life skills and worked to gain independence with their goals. I taught an adapted cooking class during this...
5.0
"Christine has started working with my son, she engages him and treats him with respect. He is quickly warming up to her and looks forward to her visits. I am pleased and looking forward to my son and her forming a great relationship."
Barbara R.
Christine D.
Beaverton, OR
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a dedicated caregiver with over three years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Washington. I am certified in CPR and First Aid through the Red Cross. With a strong focus on elderly and adult care, I have developed expertise in hospice care, memory care, and supporting individuals with special needs....
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tualatin, OR
Raechelle B.
5.0
Raechelle is very reliable and detail oriented. She has a knack for un-cluttering small spaces and being organized. She is great with people and animals.
- Ruby T.
Stephanie K.
5.0
Stephanie is a recurring nanny for my infant daughter (8 months). I am highly protective when it comes to my child and Stephanie is one of only a few childcare specialists that I feel totally comfortable with. Stephanie is totally reliable and timely (never late or flaky) and engages so well with...
- Tanya L.
Maddison D.
5.0
Maddison was one the very best things to happen to our family!
Context: We hired her for 6 months of in home nanny care for out infant while we waited for him to be old enough for his daycare spot. Our little one was 6-12 months while she worked for us.
Maddison is a capable, intuitive and...
- Candace K.
Georgia M.
5.0
We can't say enough positive things about Georgia. She was thoughtful, respectful, and I know that she really cared about our kids. Lots of time outside, baking, arts and crafts, and helping with virtual learning. She did it all. I would hire her again in a heartbeat:)
- Emily H.
Madison V.
5.0
I highly recommend Maddie. Any family looking for a responsible, trustworthy, and loving caregiver. Look no further! She is attentive to the needs and wants of your children.
- Care member
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