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Talisha S.

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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Corvallis, OR

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Raina, a fourth year human development & family sciences major at OSU. I will be graduating next spring. I have lots of experience working with kids of all ages including kids with special needs. I love anything Disney, sports, and video games!
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Attentive And Compassionate

Salem, OR

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I have done CNA training and was formerly licensed with the state of Oregon (didnt renew due to staying home with my children). I know CPR and first aid. I've worked in skilled rehab centers and homes that cater to people with developmental delays and mental illness. I also have two special needs children myself (autism/adhd)...
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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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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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Corvallis, OR

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Olivia I have been a classroom teacher for almost 10 years and now am ready to have a different connection with children and families outside of a classroom. When I'm not in the classroom I enjoy hiking with my partner, being at home with my cats or doing a cozy activity like coloring, gardening or making...
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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·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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 babysitter

Salem, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working with children of all ages for many years. I have a daughter who is 17 who has special needs and a 9-year-old son and an 11-year-old son who is autistic.
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Personal Care Assistant Available Part-time

Salem, OR

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I am passionate about providing people with proper care and ensuring they have a healthy and happy life. Most of my experience lies in mental health care and in-home senior care (specifically with individuals who are experiencing Alzheimer's and dementia). I am a very organized, positive and understanding person. I am able to do...
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Purposeful Connections

Albany, OR

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$25/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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Salem, OR

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$35/hr
15 years experience
I have 25 years of experience in the health care industry. I have been a CNA for 12 years working with seniors with every possible diagnosis and situation. Including nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, acute care facilities, Alzheimer's units, and in-home care. I have worked with the I/DD population in group home settings,...
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Trusted, Hands-on Babysitter For All Ages With Nature, Games And Giggles ;)

Corvallis, OR

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi, I'm Alli! I've been caring for children since I was 11 years old, from infants to school-age kids; I also have experience supporting a child with special needs. I've cared for groups as large as six children at a time, and I love creating fun, safe, and engaging environments for everyone. I believe in keeping kids active...
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Summer Nanny

Salem, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 20-year-old looking for a nanny job. I am from Grandville, Michigan. I have my own car, am willing to help out with cooking and cleaning around the house, and am able to transport your kiddos wherever needed! I have an 18-year-old brother who has Down syndrome. I have babysat for many kids with special needs in the past...
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Part-full Time Caregiver

Corvallis, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have a psychology degree and great compassion to help others. After being a case manager for at risk teens, I was a youth coordinator for the blind and have three teen girls of my own. I have been both nanny and elderly caregiver to many families over the years and assisted my best friend through her palliative cancer care in...
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Salem, OR

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Ellie. I have been teaching in daycares since about 2017. I have led my own classrooms since 2018. Before working in daycares I babysat for about Eight years. I specialize in infant and toddler care, but I have cared for children from newborns to about 15/16. I also have experience with children with seizures and...
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Salem, OR

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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
My goal is to help people live at home as healthily, happily, and independetly as they can. I am a patient, dedicated, empathetic and mature female. I love children, value our senior citizens, enjoy pets, and embrace diversity of all kinds. I was a pre-med science student, and have a degree in Biology, so I am able to...
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Salem, OR

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Nurturing young minds is my passion! For seven years, I've had the joy of fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, creative, and love making a positive impact on little lives. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages and happy to provide updates via text, phone, or your preferred method. I'm...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Salem, OR

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Ellie. I have nearly 10 years experience in the care field. Most of it as an early childhood educator but I also have about two years of experience as a Direct Supoort Professional for children, teens and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have experience with seizures and other medical...
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Caring With Experience In Special Needs

Salem, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have a Masters degree in Special education. I am also an Early Literacy Specialist focused on working with young ones attaining reading and writing skills. I realize that everyone learns in different ways, and look to find what techniques make the learning most enjoyable. I have experience in special needs education, working...
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