Hire a special needs nanny in Portland, OR
Nanny Amberly
Nanny Amberly
Portland, OR
$18/hr
Part-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
I’m 23 and am a full time student looking to fill my summer schedule up! I love kids of all ages and have been babysitting as long as I can remember. I also worked as a full time Behavior Technician for adults with special needs for over a year. I retain my CPR and First Aid certifications from that. I look forward to meeting the family!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Tanna
Nanny Tanna
Portland, OR
$24/hr
Part-time
8 years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Tanna, I have many years of in-home experience working with children and families on the autism spectrum.
In 2017 I started working with my first family helping their non-verbal 8 year old explore community outside the home. The family expressed some difficulty in two major areas, the grocery store and the park. After allowing the child to feel safe and comfortable with me and understand their non-verbal cues, we began overcoming some of the challenges the family expressed.
I started by taking the child to the park early in the morning to beat the crowds, also for less overstimulation. This makes it easier for me to interact with the child independently and really get to know them.
My goal is to find not only where the child and families are striving but how we can overcome fears, respect boundaries, create independence, all while having fun!
Since 2017, I have worked with over 10 different families and stay with a family for a minimum of 6 months and up to 4+ years.
In 2017 I started working with my first family helping their non-verbal 8 year old explore community outside the home. The family expressed some difficulty in two major areas, the grocery store and the park. After allowing the child to feel safe and comfortable with me and understand their non-verbal cues, we began overcoming some of the challenges the family expressed.
I started by taking the child to the park early in the morning to beat the crowds, also for less overstimulation. This makes it easier for me to interact with the child independently and really get to know them.
My goal is to find not only where the child and families are striving but how we can overcome fears, respect boundaries, create independence, all while having fun!
Since 2017, I have worked with over 10 different families and stay with a family for a minimum of 6 months and up to 4+ years.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Ashlee
Nanny Ashlee
Portland, OR
$35/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Nanny with 14 years experience. Looking for full time career work as a family assistant or nanny! I love working with children. I have experience will all ages. I also have a lot of overnight and travel nannying experience. I am very creative and always up for an adventure!
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Nicole
Nanny Nicole
Portland, OR
$27/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
I'm new to Portland and moved to be closer to family and to be able to spend more time outdoors. I'm a lifelong student and continuously expand my professional knowledge and add to my skill set through professional development and college courses.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Peris
Nanny Peris
Portland, OR
$19/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name Peris and I have worked closely with children for the past 2 years and have always had a passion for them. I worked at a daycare in the infant room for those two years and gave exceptional love and care for the children along with providing effective communication stills with parents. I was very trusted and was offered to fill in for the directors when they were gone. Along with that I babysat for multiple families there. I specialize in working with toddlers and infants and help them progress during their first stages of life. I have taken multiple psychology and child development classes and understand the importance of having a strong, supportive and encouraging nanny. I work on emotional regulation, reaching developmental milestones, problem solving skills, and more. I invest and build strong relationships in the families I help.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Miriam
Nanny Miriam
Portland, OR
$20/hr
Part-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi there, my name is Miriam and I am a highly experienced nanny with extensive knowledge of developmental phycology. I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Naropa University and have 8 years of experience working with children. My work experience has been in a variety of settings, from infant centers to Montessori Kindergartens. I currently teach the kindergarten/1st-grade program at Gabriel's Art Kids. If we get connected I can send references, proof of education, and complete the background check.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
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Nanny Grace
Portland, OR
$17/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I'm Grace.
I have worked as a nanny, a preschool teacher, a special education para-educator, and an after-school teacher.
I currently help with childcare for my nephew.
Working with children is one of my many passions. I love the presence and awareness that children have. I aim to foster their natural curiosity and excitement about the world. I want to find a family whose parenting style aligns with my values.
I am in school for interior design.
In my free time, I am learning to play piano. I also write creative nonfiction and poetry.
I look forward to connecting with you!
I have worked as a nanny, a preschool teacher, a special education para-educator, and an after-school teacher.
I currently help with childcare for my nephew.
Working with children is one of my many passions. I love the presence and awareness that children have. I aim to foster their natural curiosity and excitement about the world. I want to find a family whose parenting style aligns with my values.
I am in school for interior design.
In my free time, I am learning to play piano. I also write creative nonfiction and poetry.
I look forward to connecting with you!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Janice
Nanny Janice
Portland, OR
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello, My name is Ja'Nice Farias I'm 17 years old and still attend high school .I have two sisters and one brother that I love dearly! I've grown up with two parents who work so very hard yet still sometimes struggle. But one big thing about me is, I love working with kids, I have a couple nephews and one niece. I live to play basketball & work with special needs children. I'm looking for work to save money and hopefully help my parents out a bit.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Nanny Alesha
Nanny Alesha
Portland, OR
$26/hr
Full-time
7 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Alesha, I have worked consistently in childcare for the past 6 years. I have experience from infant-11 years old. I am just moving to Portland and looking for both a full time position and occasional babysitting.
Have experience working with
Infants
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.