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Special needs caregivers in West Linn, OR

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Michelle H.


West Linn, OR

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Supporting Your Loved One, And Are You Through Your Life Changes.

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12 years applied mental health experience, in both individual and group settings. My specialty is focusing on short term, solution-focused, behavioral health care and social interaction. I believe in horticultural therapy, holistic health and empowering individuals in the setting that they're in.
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Natalie A.


West Linn, OR

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I started babysitting when I was 14 years old. When I was 15 I was hired working. My job was to work with children and teenagers, some with special needs. I'm majored in human development and family sciences with an option in elementary education because of my passion for working with and helping children. I have worked at...
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Taylor H.


West Linn, OR

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Taylor and I will be a sophomore at Oregon State. I'm from the Portland area, and I have 5 siblings, 3 of which are younger than me. I have a lot of experience with kids, just from my family, and I have also babysat and nannied as my job for the past 3 years. My experience is with kids ranging from newborns to...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ren F.


West Linn, OR

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Therapist For A Caregiver

I started caring for special needs kids and adults as a college undergrad. I worked for in home senior care as well. I work part time as a mental health therapist. I don't work more than 30 hours a week because I don't want to burn out. Therefore, I am seeking other part time gigs to pay down that student loan. I have a...
Ren can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia, meal prep & more
Hello, my names Emily. I am studying music education at western Oregon university. I have experience being in a classroom with students with autism. I have helped out in my dads special ed classroom some students having autism. I may not have a ton of experience but I am a fast learner and happy to work to find what's best for...
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Amanda P.


Portland, OR

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age and special needs children. I can help with other household tasks, pets, driving, etc. -- whatever you need!
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda was great with my two boys. She was punctual and very communicative. The boys had a wonderful time with her and we would love to have her back!"

Natalie L.

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Lori T.


Portland, OR

$17-25/hr

Career Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lori, I have been working with children my whole work- life. I was a preschool teacher for over 10 years. I enjoyed coming up with fun learning crafts and helping them with their learning, potty training, dressing. Becoming a mom myself I wanted a flexible schedule. I opened my nanny/babysitting service. I used...
5.0
"Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with new ideas to distract and engage him. Gets his fave foods, etc. Works with my crazy schedule."

Alisha L.

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Danielle M.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Courtney C.


Lake Oswego, OR

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Newborn Care Specialist, And Postpartum Doula

Hello! I'm a Family Sleep Coach, Newborn Care Specialist, and Postpartum Doula. A bit about me: - 4+ years specializing in newborn care and family sleep coaching - 10 years nanny experience - Experienced with RIE, Attachment, and Conscious/Gentle Parenting styles - Skilled in caring for multiples, preemies, specific/special...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney was a miracle worker. We had struggled to get our girls to sleep through the night. We had a tried several techniques and nothing seemed to worked. Courtney takes a scientific approach backed by sound research, but is also caring, nurturing and really...

Courtney W.

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Kari L.


Oregon City, OR

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Care-giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Besides raising special needs children I have owned and operated care homes where I have blessed and been blessed in many aspects.
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Alexis C.


Portland, OR

$21-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My early experience in childcare prepared and enabled me to work not only with the child but their family and medical team in a way that sparked my love for helping all types of families. I have also worked very closely with adults and the elderly with the same or similar conditions and medical needs in order to better provide...
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Alex watch our 13 month old child who takes a while to warm up to people and has a fit when we leave the room. Alex handled it like a pro and in no time our little one was laughing with Alex. Alex's energy with our child was right on what...

Eileen O.

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Danielle M.


Portland, OR

$16/hr3 yrs exp

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...
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Sarah H.


Sherwood, OR

$35-55/hr10 yrs exp

Need A Date Night, Respite Provider, Or Weekend Care?

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.

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Beverly B.


Portland, OR

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Available, Experienced, SPED Educator

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am an experienced SPED educator and engaging caregiver! I specialize in the care and education of students with ADHD, autism, or other sensory or learning challenges. I have always had an innate ability to connect with children by meeting them where they are at while I work with them. I utilize dance, art, music,...
5.0
"Annie was amazing with my 2 month old. She was able to come by early in the morning and watch him while my husband and I went to a gym class. She was very punctual and we will definitely be hiring her again!"

Robin F.

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Georgia M.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr12 yrs exp

Part-time Sitter Available

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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.

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Regann B.


Portland, OR

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Free Thinking Nurturer

Hello! I have a wonderful background and experience in childcare. I've been working in child care for 10 years. I have expertise in various age groups 6mos-13 years) and as well as working with special needs community. I am CPR and first aid certified, makes me a highly qualified and caring nanny! I would love to help and become...
Regann can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Regann is very compassionate about working with her clients. She is always up for the challenge if her client is having a hard day and behaviors set in. She is patient, caring, and trustworthy. Everything I look for in a caregiver."

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Raechelle B.


Portland, OR

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & 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.

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Sarah M.


Canby, OR

$16-22/hr5 yrs exp

Young, Fun, Energetic Woman Looking To Help You Out!

I have worked with children from ages 0-12 since 2013. The last four years I have specialized in taking care of children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. My most previous job I was a behavioral technician for children with autism. My skills range from strong communication tendencies to my compassion and...
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Christina V.


Portland, OR

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Skilled Private Caregiver

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

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Sarah S.


Portland, OR

$16/hr6 yrs exp

I'm New To This Website But I Can Assure You I Love What I Do And I Am Reliable.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of varying experience with people of all ages and all walks of life. I use to watch two kids three days a week with special needs. Kids touch my heart and they are smart and funny and I can understand them on a good level and that's what makes me a fantastic babysitter, I don't plop them in front of the television....

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Linn, OR

Amanda P.

5.0

Amanda was great. Punctual, followed all instructions, was flexible when our plans changed, and our two boys loved having her at the house.

- Care member

Lori T.

5.0

Amazing personality, really cares about my son. He struggles with the transition of my leaving she does a great job always coming up with new ideas to distract and engage him. Gets his fave foods, etc. Works with my crazy schedule.

- Alisha L.

Danielle M.

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 to have her!

- Chris S.

Courtney C.

5.0

Courtney was a miracle worker. We had struggled to get our girls to sleep through the night. We had a tried several techniques and nothing seemed to worked. Courtney takes a scientific approach backed by sound research, but is also caring, nurturing and really gets to know the children and...

- Courtney W.

Alexis C.

5.0

We were fortunate to have Alex watch our 13 month old child who takes a while to warm up to people and has a fit when we leave the room. Alex handled it like a pro and in no time our little one was laughing with Alex. Alex's energy with our child was right on what they needed - silly when they were...

- Eileen O.

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