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Cindy Z.

Independence, OR

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Ive worked with individual families for two years and am currently working with a company for a year and a few months now 3 days a week as a care giver. Ive been assistant manager in this curent company before and love working with kids as I have an 8-year-old myself . Feel free to call or face time if you would like to get to...
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Child Care

Independence, OR

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. My calm, patient, creative nature allows me to foster a safe and engaging environment for children to feel safe and thrive. With previous experience as a babysitter and 10 years experience as a pediatric occupational therapist, I...
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Child Care Services

Independence, OR

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have worked a few jobs within child care. During Middle school I obtained my babysitter license through the American Red Cross. I went on to participate in library events assisting the youth program director in the summer reading program from middle school into Highschool. I then worked as an in home Nanny for a family with 5...
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Childcare

Salem, OR

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
They call me Miss Aimee, and I love it! I have many years experience as a childcare provider. Started with helping my sister run an in-home daycare for almost 10 years, then became a Nanny for two infant twin girls and took care of them until they were off to preschool. I have been a respite care provider for military families...

Alika Y. says "We were very fortunate to find Aimee and hire her as a full-time nanny to care for our infant twin daughters. We trusted her to tandem bottle feed, keep...

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Child Care

Salem, OR

4.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a nurturing caregiver with 3 years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing reliable childcare solutions. Being a mother myself, I understand the importance of attentive and responsible care. I am known for my patient and friendly demeanor, which helps me connect easily with children. I believe...

Kylee M. says "Brianna was very sweet. As her profile stated, she brought her 1year old. she was welcome to bring her child, and my kids (ages 4 & 6) love other...

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Salem, OR

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I am a stay at home mom of a 9-year-old and a 5-year-old. I have experience qith childcare, housekpeeing, senior care inside and outside a facility, and have worked with adults and children of all ages with special needs. I am friendly, outgoing, and very adaptive where I'm needed.
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Direct Support Professional

Salem, OR

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! I'm Sarah! I have 2 & 1/2 years of experience with professional caregiving & have been interested in working with individuals with disabilities for many years before. I am an extroverted, engaging, and enthusiastic caregiver who is dedicated to encouraging a positive & creative environment. I have recently finished my...
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Salem, OR

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Fuelled by a passion for children's growth, I bring 10 years of experience to your family. Previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I care for children aged 0-11 and am comfortable with up to four children. I follow the parents' lead when...
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Monmouth, OR

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am CPR and AED certified. I worked for two summers as a sleep-away camp counselor for the YMCA working with kids from all different backgrounds, ranging in age from 6-17. I also volunteered for the YMCA for four years in the infant and toddler rooms. During my time at the YMCA I worked with kids with that had a variety of...
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Jefferson, OR

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have experience caring for: -Wide variety of neurodivergencies -Severe back injury -Eating Disorders and Allergies -Arthritis/Mobility limitations
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Caffeine Warrior

Monmouth, OR

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
A little about me: My Bachelor's is in Business and my minor is in Social Sciences, but my real passion is education and exploration. I grew up surrounded by animals and nature... And lots of books! There's always something to appreciate in being active and engaged in the present. I have my (Infant - Child - Adult) CPR / AED /...
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College Student Interested In Childcare And Child Development!

Salem, OR

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am a 23-year-old, online college student, looking to help/ work with children! I have a passion for working with kids and developing their skills as they get older. I value being able to assist with taking care of children and being able to be welcomed into a family and their routine. I have been caregiving/ nannying...
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Salem, OR

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Patient and kind. I can provide assistance to a wide range of needs. Hard worker, fast learner. Empath. Thoughtful and respectful.
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Salem, OR

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have a great passion for working with children and adults with special needs. I have experience working with many types of disabilities and varying abilities. It is so exciting for me to see them succeed in something. The look of pride my students get on their faces makes all the hard times worthwhile. I am currently (for the...
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Salem, OR

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked with many different families and have not had one experience that was negative. Caring for children is absolutely what I love to do. Children need consistency, and I love to provide that. I worked for the school district with individuals with special needs for several years before I quit to pursue foster parenting...
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Salem, OR

4.5(1)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, My name is Tristan and I have been caring for children consistently since 2016 when I started online school. I have experience with ages 4 months to 12 years, including children with special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified along with having my food handlers card. I am very patient and flexible. I can't wait to...

Jasmine K. says "Tristan is reliable, responsive, and very thoughtful. She cared for our 4 year old son regularly and occasionally our older two children. She was...

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Happy Soul

Salem, OR

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm a compassionate and experienced caregiver with over 5 years of hands-on experience supporting clients of all ages, including seniors and individuals with special needs. I'm certified in CPR, First Aid, and Food Handling, and I bring a strong foundation in nursing care (non-licensed) to everything I do. I've...

Venis J. says "Teresia is a really hard working person, great at communication and a problem solving."

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Experienced & Qualified Babysitter

Corvallis, OR

4.6(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Gillian! Here's a little about me and my experience: I enjoy working with children as it allows me to form meaningful connections and positively influence their lives through engaging and safe activities. Building strong bonds with both the children and their families is essential to me, as I highly value...

Read C. says "Punctual and professional! Gillian was great, very experienced "

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Friendly And Responsible Sitter

Salem, OR

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Aloha! My name is Sydny and I love working with children of all ages. I've had lots of experiences with babysitting and nannying for over 8 years. I've worked in early learning centers, programs for children with special needs, and am CPR and First Aid certified. I'm responsible, creative, empathetic, safe, and fun!

Megan B. says "Sydny was amazing with our baby. We were thrilled to have someone we could trust while we played golf in Hawaii. She played with our baby, took him to do...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.75/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Independence, OR

Special Needs Caregivers in Independence, OR are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Aimee M.

We were very fortunate to find Aimee and hire her as a full-time nanny to care for our infant twin daughters. We trusted her to tandem...

- Alika Y.

Brianna S.

Brianna was very sweet. As her profile stated, she brought her 1year old. she was welcome to bring her child, and my kids (ages 4 & 6)...

- Kylee M.

Tristan W.

Tristan is reliable, responsive, and very thoughtful. She cared for our 4 year old son regularly and occasionally our older two children....

- Jasmine K.

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