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Leah W.

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Portland, OR 97211

from $20 per hour

5 years of experience

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About Leah

Experience: 5 yrs

I'm currently completing my internship year as a Marriage and Family Therapist in training and looking for some part time work. I currently do therapy with kids between 3 and 14 and their families. I have many years of experience nannying for families, with kids ranging from 4 months to 12 years old. I'm comfortable preparing meals, changing diapers, putting down for naps and bedtime, driving kids to activities, playing games, interactive and playful teaching subjects. I also have five years experience working as a cabin counselor at summer camps through YMCA and AHA, with kids ages 8-14. In 2014, I'm very educated in childhood development, interpersonal neurobiology, personality types, learning styles, positive reinforcement and creative/ experiential learning. I'm a huge fan of childcare approaches that encourage integrity, independence, leadership, creativity, problem solving, engaged learning, and free expression.

Most recent review

I've known Leah for over a decade; I was first her middle school teacher and later her high school director. At those small schools, we got to know our students very well and Leah has always been a standout. As she's continued her education through college, we have kept in touch. Leah is kind, intelligent, responsible and brings the highest standards to whatever work she undertakes. I would trust her with my child, my house, the keys to my car, etc. She's creative and thoughtful, a good listener, resourceful, dedicated and fun. I recommend Leah most highly!

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Amanda M.

1/14/2014

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs

Rates

Recurring jobs

$20-30/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$27/hr

2 children

$30/hr

3 children

$33/hr

4 children

$36/hr

Can help with

Carpooling

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Packing/moving

Swimming supervision

Travel

Qualifications

Education

Arizona State University - Tempe

Bachelor degree

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker

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mon

8:00 AM–5:00 PM

tue

8:00 AM–5:00 PM

wed

8:00 AM–5:00 PM

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