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Find special needs caregivers in Washougal, WA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Washougal, WA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Washougal, WA

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Julie N.


Vancouver, WA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

(3)

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 12 years experience as an in-home caregiver, housekeeper, and personal assistant; serving clients by helping them with any personal assistance (bathing, wound care, Peri-care, incontinence, tube feedings, etc), scheduling appointments, companionship, transportation, transfers, banking, grocery shopping, cleaning,...
5.0
"Julie came and cleaned my bathroom and kitchen; she did an AMAZING job - everything sparkled - and was very kind, personable, and thorough. I'm 100% hiring her again and I highly recommend her!"

Rachel O.

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Patricia W.


Vancouver, WA

$19-28/hr7 yrs exp

Mature Caregiver - Compasssionate, Reliable & Honest

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great with the elderly, children and dogs (allergic to cats). I can provide evening and weekend care, and also overnight care for children (once in a while), the elderly, light housekeeping, meals, or dog sit. I have an adult son and two grandsons. BABYSITTING EXPERIENCE: I have experience with infants to young teens. I adore...
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Patty has been great with my one year old son. She is very punctual and reliable. She always gets back to me quickly. She is great!"

Amanda W.

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Nicole A.


Vancouver, WA

$25-75/hr6 yrs exp

Adventurous Dependable Nanny

4.4

(7)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I'm a substitute teacher and have availability on school breaks. I'm able to be flexible if your needs overlap with the school schedule. I have 6 years of teaching and nanny experience along with 8 years of babysitting experience as an adult. I love to take children I'm caring for on outings such as going out to parks and...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nicole was an energetic, nurturing, and patient caregiver for our near-three year old, who really enjoyed being with her. She selected books and learning activities that provided great enrichment. I'd definitely recommend working with her."

Matthew Y.

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Mandy B.


Vancouver, WA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

I am an active Grams with 7 Grandkids. Raised 4 children. Have worked with special needs children in the Evergreen school district. Over the years I have worked in church nurseries and volunteered in countless classrooms.
Mandy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Mandy has watched both of my children over the years as well as taken care of an assortment of our pets while we have been on vacation!"

Halee B.

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Michelle C.


Portland, OR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Music Instructor/Consultant And Event Management

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My bio/resume is available upon request. I teach and consult out of my NE Portland studio but I am also willing to commute to your location. I teach private and group piano, guitar and voice lessons. I also provide on-call childcare, respite care and family mentoring and support (with an emphasis on special needs).
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Not reliable. Canceled more nanny / babysitting sessions than she showed up for. She is helpful and good with kids, when she shows up but unfortunately you cannot rely on her to do so."

Amanda B.

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Elena A.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've nannying for over 15 years and have had the pleasure of working long term for several amazing families, with children ranging from new born to teenagers, as well as a family with special needs. When it comes to child care I have experience with it all and feel incredibly comfortable and competent caring for a child and...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elena has been nannying for my 9 and 11 year old daughters since Fall of 2020 and has been amazing! She engages and interacts with the girls and they absolutely love her. She is super dependable and honest which I really appreciate. She has also helped with...

Jana H.

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Ana N.


Gresham, OR

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care

Hello my name is Gisselle I'm a care giver and kids lover, in the past 6 years I moved to Bay Area from my country El Salvador were a worked in my sister's Day Care as a teacher and teaches assistant and management for over 9 years, we had many kids with some special need, personally I worked with them and enjoyed them all. yes...
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Olinda R.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Worked As An Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Worked for TIRR - Texas Institute for Rehabilitation and Research with brain injury, quadriplegic and stroke patients. Did research for the University of Texas Health and Science Center in the Pediatric area for 8 years. Was a CPS Investigator for 12 years and also worked for Adult Protective Services DADS. Up to date with my...
5.0
"She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for transportation which reduces unexpected surprises."

Sabine P.

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Allie R.


Gresham, OR

$22-50/hr2 yrs exp

HELLO!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Allie. A little about me; I am an advocate for LGBTQ+ as well as a believer in rights for everyone. I am a college student studying forensic psychology in order to make the steps to help today's at-risk and incarcerated youth. I have experience in PSW work as well as autistic youth in all age ranges (3-19) and youth...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Allie is the child whisperer! My 4yo was terrified to have a babysitter. Full on trembling and near tears. After 30 minutes with Allie, she was happy to be left alone and is begging to have Allie back again asap! 11/10 would recommend for nervous kiddos"

Alexandra V.

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Hannah P.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter Of 7 Years With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 30, and have been working with children for over a decade now. Most of my experience has been working with neurodivergent children. I have gained a lot of experience through working as a nanny, a behavioral therapist, a classroom aide, and a preschool teacher. I graduated from George Fox University...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"This was an indispensable service during our brother's destination wedding weekend. Fantastic results. "

Care member

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Ashley G.


Vancouver, WA

$26-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for animals, children and the elderly for many years and worked in a retirement home and in children care facilities. Then worked in peoples homes for personal care. I also grew up with a disabled sister and became a care helper for her growing up.
5.0
"Ashley did an amazing job cleaning my home! Got right in and powered through things that usually take me too much time and made everything sparkle! I would highly recommend her for cleaning or anything she says she's capable of! Great personality, trustworthy and a...

Rob W.

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Paige M.


Portland, OR

$24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with kids all ages from newborns-middle school, I have a big family with lots of kids around. I have two nephews and one niece ages 3, 5, and 5 I have spent a lot of time caring for them, I've spent nights taking care of them. I have worked with multiple families making sure school work is done...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"

Care member

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Heather M.


Portland, OR

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience with Emotional and Behavioral Challenges

I have personal and professional experience working with children who have mild to severe behaior and emotional challenges. I am trained and experienced in diffusing negative behavior and redirecting children to make good choices. I have a good knowledge base on ADHD, ADD, Sensory Integration Disorder, Autism, Aspergers,...
5.0
"Heather is truly an amazing caretaker. She is dependable, sensible, compassionate, kind, intelligent, honest, loyal, and giving. She is easy to communicate with. She has amazingly good judgment. She has exceeded all our hopes and expectations as a caretaker and...

Gail W.

I'm a hardworking 31-year-old female with 1 year experience in caregiving and working with special needs adults. Friendly with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Knowledge can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care
5.0
"Knowledge is very professional and I highly recommend her"

Joshua S.

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Christina C.


Brush Prairie, WA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny !!

I have over 7 years of experience with childcare of all ages. I also have experience with infants, twins, and children with special needs. I am looking for a family that I can serve well and have fun with!
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Senait A.


Portland, OR

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I am a cheerful, positive, dependable 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...
Senait can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kristen N.


Vancouver, WA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I helped raise personal family and I've driven school bus for the special needs. I have over 10+ years experience! Child Care available.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"Kristen is super friendly and so caring. My child loved hanging out with you!"

Care member

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Chelsey G.


Vancouver, WA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Chelsey!

I have 10 years of care taking experience. I formally worked as a in home ABA teacher under a Behavioral Therapist. I previously directed a group of specialized Autism specific group homes. I have worked with care teams to create Individual Support Plans and Behavior Support Plans for different individuals. I have my own...
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Oyuki M.


Vancouver, WA

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Patient, Caring And Flexible

I have mainly worked with seniors but would like to transition to special needs children. I have experience with feeding tubes, transfers, hygiene tasks, regulating harmful stimming, non-verbal communication. I have worked with Rett's Syndrome and non-verbal children. I enjoy playing with children and listening to special...
I have an older brother with autism, I've taken care him almost my whole life with meal preparation, personal care, bathing,

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Washougal, WA

Julie N.

5.0

Julie came and cleaned my bathroom and kitchen; she did an AMAZING job - everything sparkled - and was very kind, personable, and thorough. I'm 100% hiring her again and I highly recommend her!

- Rachel O.

Patricia W.

5.0

Patty has been great with my one year old son. She is very punctual and reliable. She always gets back to me quickly. She is great!

- Amanda W.

Nicole A.

5.0

With a 5 year old of her own, Nicole understands the nuisances of children. I would have her watch my (2.5yo) again if ever needed. Thank you Nicole, we appreciated you :)

- Care member

Mandy B.

5.0

Mandy is an incredible mom. She has cared for my kids and now grandkids as needed. Do not hesitate to hire Mandy, you will love her!!

- Care member

Michelle C.

5.0

My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very professional with excellent communication.

- John G.

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