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Nanny Magen
Nanny Magen
Portland, OR
$20/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi families,
I graduated from college with a bachelors degree in Psychology in 2017 and have 6+ years of professional childcare experience. I love to stay active through dancing, daily walks, eat insanely healthy (I know! boring), read anything philosophical, get involved in my community, attend local live music gigs, morning mediation etc. You could say I have a very calm demeanor
I graduated from college with a bachelors degree in Psychology in 2017 and have 6+ years of professional childcare experience. I love to stay active through dancing, daily walks, eat insanely healthy (I know! boring), read anything philosophical, get involved in my community, attend local live music gigs, morning mediation etc. You could say I have a very calm demeanor
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certification
CPR
Nanny Kylee
Nanny Kylee
Portland, OR
$20/hr
Full-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello, my name is Kylee, and I am 20 years old. I am an experienced, professional nanny and preschool teacher with current CPR certification (card available). I have a strong background caring for children of various ages, including those with special needs, and I am dedicated to providing attentive, high-quality care tailored to each child’s needs.
As a preschool teacher, I create structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities that support early learning, social skills, and emotional growth. I foster a calm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and encouraged to thrive.
I hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and can assist with transportation, school routines, and activities. I am reliable, detail-oriented, and happy to help with light household tasks to keep your home running smoothly.
I would love the opportunity to support your family
As a preschool teacher, I create structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities that support early learning, social skills, and emotional growth. I foster a calm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and encouraged to thrive.
I hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and can assist with transportation, school routines, and activities. I am reliable, detail-oriented, and happy to help with light household tasks to keep your home running smoothly.
I would love the opportunity to support your family
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Maelle Claire
Nanny Maelle Claire
Portland, OR
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
I am a junior in high school at Milwaukie Academy of the Arts and i love kids. I enjoy cleaning and organizing. I love animals, baking, and making new connections. I am an art student and love to do art.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Maria
Nanny Maria
Portland, OR
$17/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello my name is Maria. I am a recent graduate from the University of Oregon. I have various experience with children ranging from the ages of 1-14. I have many nieces and nephews I've taken care of, and love working with kids. I have been a summer school cadet that included elementary and middle schoolers. I have also been a senior counselor for a youth college program that included 7th-11th grade students. I also helped my mom in her Sunday school classroom for about three years. She taught first graders. I am a very patient person and communicate well with others as well.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Nanny Haley
Nanny Haley
Portland, OR
$20/hr
Part-time
6 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi, my name is Haley and I have been working with children and families for over twenty years. I have a master's degree in social work and spent 6 years as a birth to three teacher at the Nike Child Development Center before transitioning into child welfare and now adoption work. I am looking to help families with part time babysitting jobs on evenings and weekends. I love children of all ages and am happy to provide parents with a night out or a weekend away as needed. I look forward to meeting you.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Lolli
Nanny Lolli
Portland, OR
$16/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi my name is Lolli and I’m a 17 year old high school student looking to earn a little extra income and help out families in need of a break from their kids.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
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Nanny Mack
Portland, OR
$20/hr
Part-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello,
My name is Mack and here is a little bit about me. My pronouns are they/them. I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. I am a Senior graduating in December from Reed College with a major in Religion. I have hopes to receive my PhD someday. I’ve technically worked with children since I was a young child, due to the fact that I have three younger siblings, two of which who have varying disabilities. I am Oregon Central Background certified, as my job is at a daycare! I work mostly with smaller children but I do have experience with older kiddos. I cook and clean. My hobbies include listening to music, dancing, drawing, and exploring nature and the city alone. My method for engaging with children is meeting them where they are at. Constant communication, in my experience, has always helped address difficult situations. If you are looking for someone who can balance fun and practicality, I am the person for you. I will make sure your kid has fun, feels safe, feels heard and is safe!
My name is Mack and here is a little bit about me. My pronouns are they/them. I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. I am a Senior graduating in December from Reed College with a major in Religion. I have hopes to receive my PhD someday. I’ve technically worked with children since I was a young child, due to the fact that I have three younger siblings, two of which who have varying disabilities. I am Oregon Central Background certified, as my job is at a daycare! I work mostly with smaller children but I do have experience with older kiddos. I cook and clean. My hobbies include listening to music, dancing, drawing, and exploring nature and the city alone. My method for engaging with children is meeting them where they are at. Constant communication, in my experience, has always helped address difficult situations. If you are looking for someone who can balance fun and practicality, I am the person for you. I will make sure your kid has fun, feels safe, feels heard and is safe!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Dock
Nanny Dock
Portland, OR
$25/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
I am excellent with children and have a lot to offer and teach them. Also I am a great cook and very understanding, patient and respectful of the child aswell as their needs. I will do what I can to support the child or children in the most compassionate and honest, along with fair dealings. I will be both a friend , caregiver and protector to and for the child. All interest will be maintained for a proper development of our little person. The little person will be taught a variety of things that I have knowledge of and whatever is asked of me will be wholely applied. I offer alot onto the little people and their family.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Tottianna
Nanny Tottianna
Portland, OR
$18/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi I’m tottianna I’m 19 years old I love kids & helping people. I love learning new things, out doors & staying busy.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
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Nanny Elfina
"Elfina has been helping our family with childcare for almost four years. She is absolutely wonderful and our daughter adores her. Elfina is reliable, caring and very creative. She is always coming up with fun projects to do with our child. Whenever Elfina is over, we feel confident our daughter will be very well cared for!"
- Stephanie
Nanny Bethany
"Bethany is very kind, my daughter loved her and still asks about her, she would keep my daughter on schedule for her naps and feeding. All around just a great person to have with you child"
- Aubryn
Nanny Lili
"Lili is a loving, collaborative person, she helped me a lot with my daughter's development, she is responsible and punctual. Since Sofie was little she was interested in doing activities for her motor development and that was a great help, she read to her a lot and asked her opinion when she finished reading her favorite stories, I recommend her 100%"
- Carolina
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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Portland,OR
First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, a hiring agent, and nanny payroll.
Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Portland,OR
The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.
Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Portland,OR
As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:
- What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
- How comfortable are you with following a routine?
- Have you taken any special training?
- Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?
At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.
Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Portland,OR
Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.