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Gillian D.

Experienced & Qualified Babysitter

Corvallis, OR

4.6(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 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...

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Nanny For All Ages/Postpartum And New Family Support

Salem, OR

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Specializing in postpartum and new family support, mothers and children alike are well cared for with me. I cook and am able to accommodate allergies and special needs. I am happy to run errands and help out with household chores when appropriate.
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Albany, OR

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) college graduate. I work a 8-5 job as Computer Engineer. I have significant experience, having work as a nanny for 10-month-old to 2-year-old boy and his nearly 4-6-year-old sister, and a family throughout their pre-k through 5th grade years. I have worked as an after school ceramics teacher at...
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Experienced Kind Caregiver

Salem, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
respite care
I have worked with those in their older age with dementia and parkinsons. I have worked for families as a personal assistant helping with things such as dishes, laundry, school pick up and drop offs, homework and behavioral help as well mostly for youth on the spectrum with behavior plans. I have worked in homes as well as doing...
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Corvallis, OR

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Breanna and I am currently a senior at university. I am studying elementary education and currently am teaching 2nd grade. My experience includes I babysitting, being a camp Counselor. I spent most of my summers being a Counselor and working with all age groups. I counseled day camps and overnight. I have...
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About Me

Albany, OR

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Aliyah. I have been babysitting/caregiving since I was in high school. I am currently in nursing school finishing up my last year. As soon as I turned 18 I got certified as a personal support worker for kids with special needs. At the same time, I also got my license as a certified nursing assistant. I have...
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Albany, OR

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
Hello, I have worked doing in home care for almost 5 years now and I love it. I have been a CNA for about 8 years, and I recently just graduated nursing school. I have worked doing many different cases (hospice, specials needs, dementia). Skills include ADLs, medication management, house cleaning, errands, meal preparation and...
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Albany, OR

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have worked almost a year at a company that aided to a helping families with children who have a wide variety of special needs including but not limited to those on the autism spectrum, cerebral palsy, ADHD/ADD, and Down syndrome.
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Salem, OR

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Maddie and I am currently working as a bilingual kindergarten teacher (English/Spanish). I am looking for a job during the summer and absolutely love kids! I studied at Biola University in Southern California where I received a degree both in Spanish and Education. I also currently work as a private swim instructor on...
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Experienced Reliable "Older Sister" For Your Kids

Corvallis, OR

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Being the oldest I've been babysitting and taking care of the littles since they were born. I am naturally very caring but I understand the importance of boundaries. I have been officially babysitting children out side of my family since I was 11 and certified by Red Cross. My junior year of high school I graduated early and I...
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Salem, OR

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$18/hr
Hello! I recently got my teaching credential. I've babysat since I was 15 and I've substitute taught in five districts and one private school for nearly two years. I've worked with kids who both neurotypical and neurodivergent/special needs. I've worked in both general education and special education settings. I'm equipped to...
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Happy Soul

Salem, OR

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 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...
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Salem, OR

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for a lot of special need children and young teens all through out my life. I am really passionate about taking care of people and love and enjoy doing so.
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Hello, It's Nice To Meet You!

Albany, OR

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$22/hr
7 years experience
I've had the privilege of working alongside some truly remarkable individuals in my time. The experiences have been filled with both challenges and triumphs, shaping my perspective in countless ways. Building trust and understanding their unique communication styles is essential, requiring patience and empathy. Witnessing their...
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I Am Eager To Help And Create A Difference In Your Childs Life!

Salem, OR

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with years of experience as both a special-needs and in-home nanny. Over the years, I have built a strong, trusting relationships with families, providing personalized care that is rooted in empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Whether working privately or...
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Salem, OR

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I recently got my teaching credential. I've babysat since I was 15 and I've substitute taught in five districts and one private school for nearly two years. I've worked with kids who both neurotypical and neurodivergent/special needs. I've worked in both general education and special education settings. I'm equipped to...
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Part Time-Full Time Babysitter

Albany, OR

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$15/hr
Hello, my name is Talisha. I'm 25 years old. I recently finished nursing school and hope to some day work in pediatrics. I did a rotation on labor and delivery and loved my experience. I spend a lot of my spare time with my friends kids. I love children and would love to help care for yours. As a CNA I took care of multiple...
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Purposeful Connections

Albany, OR

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$24/hr
4 years experience
I have been work with intellectual or developmental disabilities for over 4 years. In regards to ages I started working with adults and navigated my way towards youth and teens. What I strive to do is make effort in creating meaningful impact that can help anyone grow within their lives and daily habits. Interpersonal...
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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver And Children's Nanny/Family Personal Assistant

Salem, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As for babysitting/nannying, I have cared for children from the ages of 3 months - 16 years old over the past 10 years. I have worked for families as a personal assistant helping with things such as dishes, laundry, school pick up and drop offs, homework and behavioral help as well mostly for youth on the spectrum with behavior...
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Salem, OR

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! I have experience working with children with autism as a caregiver and also a behavior technician. I also have a few years experience caring for adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. I love being able to care for others while being in a positive environment.
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