Hire a special needs nanny in Northeast Portland, Portland, OR
Nanny Elfina
Nanny Elfina
Foster - Powell
$25/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hi!
I am currently looking for a new family to help. I have to sadly say goodbye to my current lovely kiddo who is headed to preschool. I have done a mix of gardening, motherhood and a nanny for 20+ years.
I enjoy doing art, music, and connecting with nature. I have had personal and professional caregiving experience with children of all ages. I am also comfortable working with special needs kids and have references to show experience with this. I am confident going on adventures around town such as story times, Omsi, zoo,plays etc.
I will provide a safe, structured, kind space for them. I am CPR/First Aid certified and fully vaccinated. I have 2 daughters age 13 and 20 and hope to find a good fit so I can still help pick up from school. My happy place is when I'm with children, and I am hoping to meet my next best buddies.
I am currently looking for a new family to help. I have to sadly say goodbye to my current lovely kiddo who is headed to preschool. I have done a mix of gardening, motherhood and a nanny for 20+ years.
I enjoy doing art, music, and connecting with nature. I have had personal and professional caregiving experience with children of all ages. I am also comfortable working with special needs kids and have references to show experience with this. I am confident going on adventures around town such as story times, Omsi, zoo,plays etc.
I will provide a safe, structured, kind space for them. I am CPR/First Aid certified and fully vaccinated. I have 2 daughters age 13 and 20 and hope to find a good fit so I can still help pick up from school. My happy place is when I'm with children, and I am hoping to meet my next best buddies.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Recent reference
"Elfina is absolutely who you want watching your child. She’s watched our little one for almost 2 years now, and he always has the best time with her, while we have complete peace of mind. Elfina is gentle, knowledgeable, playful, and creative. Sometimes we’ve come home to cookies, and one time we realized Elfina had taught our son how to get down from a tall bed safely! Many times Elfina has taught our son something new. It’s clear Elfina loves children. We feel really lucky to have found her and I couldn’t recommend her more."
- Brea
Nanny Tyrah
Nanny Tyrah
Northeast Portland
$19/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hi!
I love working with kids. I think it’s what I’m best at. I’m currently studying to be a middle school social studies teacher! I’ve babysat for family, neighbors, and even my own teachers kids! I often volunteer for Outdoor school during the fall and in the summer so i’ve experienced being in charge of multiple kids at a time. I have experience with kids on the spectrum as well. I have my own transportation. I hope you consider me!
I love working with kids. I think it’s what I’m best at. I’m currently studying to be a middle school social studies teacher! I’ve babysat for family, neighbors, and even my own teachers kids! I often volunteer for Outdoor school during the fall and in the summer so i’ve experienced being in charge of multiple kids at a time. I have experience with kids on the spectrum as well. I have my own transportation. I hope you consider me!
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Molly
Nanny Molly
Northeast Portland
$30/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Molly Elyse or M.E. for short. I have been working with children for eleven years. First I was a babysitter, then I opened my own care agency, and after college I went to school to become a special education teacher.
In my free time I love to hike, read, cook, and craft. My sister is a chef and owns her restaurant in Austin, Texas so it’s cool to learn new skills from her in the kitchen. I also recently took up lifting and have made it part of my routine.
I studied anthropology and computer science for my bachelors then I got a dual Masters in Teaching and Special Education. I love the combination of my education because it allows me to see things from different cultural perspectives.
I am looking forward to meeting you and your families.
All the best!
In my free time I love to hike, read, cook, and craft. My sister is a chef and owns her restaurant in Austin, Texas so it’s cool to learn new skills from her in the kitchen. I also recently took up lifting and have made it part of my routine.
I studied anthropology and computer science for my bachelors then I got a dual Masters in Teaching and Special Education. I love the combination of my education because it allows me to see things from different cultural perspectives.
I am looking forward to meeting you and your families.
All the best!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Sandra
Nanny Sandra
Northeast Portland
$28/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hi my name is Sandra originally from California move to Portland about 3 years ago . I am on the oregon registry and have my Criminal background check, first aid and cpr I am at a step 6 at the moment and moving on to more steps as soon as possible I am continuing education and enjoy working with kids. I have worked in childcare aswell as in public schools.i am fluent in both English and Spanish. I enjoy doing arts and crafts , reading, singing ,playing and dancing with the children.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Samayiah
Nanny Samayiah
Northeast Portland
$19.06/hr
Full-time
3 years experience
A little bit about me
I love to participate in arts & crafts and i feel like all kids should be allowed to also. It’s a way of showing emotion and having fun at the same time, while growing their imagination which is an important part of children’s development. I love to explore nature, and view parts of our world that are so beautiful. Even if it’s just playing in the grass🌳🌈 I am a very easy going person, full of love and laughter. I am a high school student, but i do want to work with children in my future, and continue nannying through my college years. I feel i am a reliable, respectful, on time, and a flexible supportive person.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny McKinley
Nanny McKinley
Northeast Portland
$18/hr
Full-time
2 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is McKinley and I am a passionate and creative teacher and Nanny! I had the pleasure of being the lead teacher for a play-based preschool program at The Children's Gym for 3 years. I have a background in early childhood education, Montessori, and arts education for elementary and middle school-aged kiddos. In addition to teaching, I have been a trusted nanny and child sitter for 4 years in Portland OR. I practice positive behavior support and utilize a calm and empathetic approach with all of the children I work with.
I am happy to provide references from past employers and families I have worked with.
I am happy to provide references from past employers and families I have worked with.
Have experience working with
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
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Nanny Annika
Portland, OR
$27/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Annika, and I would love to work with you and your family. I grew up working with kids, my mom was a teacher and I was always by her side watching her interact with kids, and learning so much from her. I continued to go onto becoming an swim instructor for 4 years and got many opportunities to work with kids through that, which include nannying, babysitting, and becoming parts of families that I am still in contact with today. I really look forward to working with you.
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Brandi
Nanny Brandi
Montavilla
$20 - $25/hr
Part-time
5 years experience
A little bit about me
Hello! My name is Brandi Gonzalez, and I’m from the PNW. I love spending time with my husband, cooking and baking, enjoying good coffee, and taking walks around the neighborhood.
I’m passionate about working with young people and currently work part-time at a nonprofit serving middle and high school students.
I’m hoping to find a part-time nannying position, around 20–30 hours a week, and would love to support your family in whatever ways I can. I’m also happy to help with household tasks for an additional rate, depending on the task and time involved.
I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family and see how I can be a caring, dependable addition to your home!
I’m passionate about working with young people and currently work part-time at a nonprofit serving middle and high school students.
I’m hoping to find a part-time nannying position, around 20–30 hours a week, and would love to support your family in whatever ways I can. I’m also happy to help with household tasks for an additional rate, depending on the task and time involved.
I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family and see how I can be a caring, dependable addition to your home!
Have experience working with
Infants
Special Needs
Certifications
CPR
First Aid
Nanny Kim Mai
Nanny Kim Mai
Northeast Portland
$20/hr
Part-time
4 years experience
A little bit about me
I am pretty active, I playing tennis, snowboarding, hiking, and I love long walk. I am a crafty person, I occasionally make pottery and do ceramics. I have taken 6 AP classes and great at math. I’ve been babysitting for my family and their friends since 2020. I am a senior in high school about to head off to college in September looking for a seasonal job :)
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Have experience working with
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 Elfina
"Elfina is wonderful with kids. She is a parent herself and is incredibly kind and thoughtful and creative and caring. I would always hire her as a nanny if I could."
- kyle
Nanny Elfina
"Elfina was a wonderful nanny for our son. She was thoughtful and kept him engaged during their days together. She was also very helpful around the house when she saw something that we needed to be done."
- Erin
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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.