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Dayana C.

Albany, OR

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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 And Educated Nanny And Preschool Teacher

Salem, OR

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$23/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have had both experienced being a private nanny for a household and teaching at a preschool and infant/toddler center. I love children and watching them discover, grow and learn. I have a passion for art and love to incorporate that into their learning. Personally I do beading, like to paint, listen to music, garden and go to...
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Committed To Providing Your Children The Best Care

Salem, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I will combine my love of children with my education and background working with special needs children to provide your children the best care possible
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Albany, OR

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Respite care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
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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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
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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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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Salem, OR

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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Albany, OR

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, patient, and understanding I'm looking for a job that helps busy parents In my spare time, I like to play guitar and sing One thing you should know about me is ive worked one on one with families and in nurseries, with special needs and active children. im adaptable to whatever your...
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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
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 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
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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