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Nanny Akiyah
Nanny Akiyah
Portland, OR
$22/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name is A’kiyah, currently a CNA in nursing school. I come from a family of 8 and I’m the second oldest! I love being active, doing arts and crafts, and anything that involves baking sweet treats!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Katerina
Nanny Katerina
Portland, OR
$40/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Over 15 years of experience working with children. Passionate about child development and creating safe and nurturing space for kids of all ages.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Anduin
Nanny Anduin
Portland, OR
$20/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! I’m a young adult with a few years official childcare experience, and nearly a decade of volunteer work with children of all ages! I love arts & crafts, sports, and the outdoors, and all in all have very varied interests. I’d love to work as a part-time or full-time nanny, and am open to live in work as well. I plan to go back to school to work on a linguistics degree in the next few years, and I have basic conversation skills in both Spanish and Japanese (and I’m more than willing to try to pick up another language)! I love working with kids and I’m excited to hopefully work with you!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Evie
Nanny Evie
Portland, OR
$19.70/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Isis
Nanny Isis
Portland, OR
$25/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
I am open minded and easy going! I think of myself as a creative who has a background in many forms of arts and crafts. I am logical in my problem solving skills but also keep in mind the physical and emotional needs of my clients.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Tait
Nanny Tait
Portland, OR
$30/hr
Full-time
7 years experience
A little bit about me
With over 7 years of childcare experience and a passion for caring for kids, I’m a fun-loving caregiver who loves helping children learn and grow. I have worked in daycare settings caring for little ones from infants to middle schoolers. I’ve also worked as a Registered Behavior Technician, supporting children with autism, so patience and creativity come naturally to me! I am CPR, First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid Youth certified, ensuring your child’s safety and well-being are always a top priority. Whether it’s helping with homework, prepping meals, or creating fun, educational activities, I’m dedicated to supporting your family’s needs and creating a fun and supportive environment.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
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Nanny Cyric
Portland, OR
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
My name is Cyric (rhymes with lyric). I have 11 years child care experience. From starting out as a summer camp counselor to managing 6 after school programs and being in charge of 25 adult staff and 200 kids, I have a wealth of child development skills.
My interest include outdoor recreation like hiking, Archery and swimming. Some of my indoor interest are games! I love D&D, board games video games, word games , really all the games.
I would describe myself as caring, creative and silly. I believe that compassion, patiences and a growth mindset are essential to supporting youth into the people they want to become.
I am looking for a job that is stable (for as long as possible), considerate of my personal life (i have a wife and 2 dogs) and is welcoming.
My interest include outdoor recreation like hiking, Archery and swimming. Some of my indoor interest are games! I love D&D, board games video games, word games , really all the games.
I would describe myself as caring, creative and silly. I believe that compassion, patiences and a growth mindset are essential to supporting youth into the people they want to become.
I am looking for a job that is stable (for as long as possible), considerate of my personal life (i have a wife and 2 dogs) and is welcoming.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Sasha
Nanny Sasha
Portland, OR
$25/hr
Full-time
1 year experience
A little bit about me
Hello! Although I don’t have extensive paid childcare experience, I’ve been taking care of my nieces and nephews for over a decade as well as working in an after school program and and an extracurricular school of performing arts. I hope to carry a strong emotional intelligence in my daily life, empathy and continued learning. I value clear communication to connect with both the children and parents. I love to be creative and adaptable and am always excited to shift into the next adventure while sticking to our valuable routines. I truly look forward to connecting!
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Ema
Nanny Ema
Portland, OR
$18/hr
Full-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi! My name’s Ema. Throughout high school, I enrolled in a class where I worked in the Tigard High School daycare as well as at Durham Elementary, where I worked with 3 classes of 1st graders. I was also involved in a group called Everybody Athletics (EBA) where I worked with intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals in all-inclusive workout programs. While I babysat previously to this my love for working with children really began then. I started Nannying as well for the past 3 summers with a 5 and 7 year old. I grew up with 3 sisters and several different kinds of animals ranging from dogs and cats to pigs and snakes! So I developed a very nurturing, caring, and playful personality. It’s also why I’ve been pursuing a career in behavioral therapy specifically targeted towards adolescents. I love working with children and I’m really looking forward to beginning nannying and babysitting again now that I’m back home for summer!
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Infants
Special Needs
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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.