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27 special needs caregivers are listed in Medford, OR
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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Hi, I'm Emily! Babysitting was my very first job and I haven't looked back since. I last worked at a full time nanny in 2020 until covid paused the world. I am currently a nanny M-F in Ashland. I am keeping this page open for the occasional vacation, weekend, and date night. I have experience with ages 3months up to 15, and...
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"Emily did an excellent job providing care for my son and his friend in a nanny share. She navigated his special needs with patience, kindness, and love. Emily has always felt like a member of the family!"
Reviewed by Liz M.
Opal S.
Medford, OR
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Opal and I have about eight years experience of babysitting kids of all age ranges a lot of them being foster kids. I have been working as a full time nanny for the past three years and have greatly enjoyed it. I am a child of a single mother so I have been babysitting my siblings for as long as I can remember....
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"Opal was very loving and caring to our boys. She has been with us for over a year. She is very attentive to them and observant. My boys love her. She is truly a natural with newborns too. The best thing about...
Reviewed by Sharon J.
Mary C.
Medford, OR
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Mary and I'm currently a pediatric speech therapist that works with children 3-5 years old. I have professional experience working with children with special needs as well as babysitting experience for children of all ages. I can help with errands, meal prep, and light house keeping. Just let me know what you...
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"Mary is a delight ! I trust her completely and recommend her to my friends! She is super nice and great with kids! I'm a nurse and when Mary is working I don't worry about being late for work because she is...
Reviewed by Katrina C.
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My name is Jess, I have 20+ years experience working with children of all different ages with a main focus on preschool. Recently was a live in nanny to a 6-month-old boy. I have 6 units in child development and have taken several seminars on first aide and preschool education. In addition I have 3 years experience as a personal...
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"Jessa was amazing!! my daughter has special needs and I was nervous to hire outside help, but Jessa exceeded my expectations! She was so sweet and connected very easily with my daughter. My daughter loved when...
Reviewed by Lauren L.
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As a nurse assistant and state certified Healthcare worker, I have extensive experience working with patients in various life situations. It was an honor to be my grandma's end of life caregiver. I am patient, kind and really enjoy assisting people who need some help around the house, outside or whatever they need. I have...
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I've supported developmentally disabled adults in their homes for over 6 years, in addition to elderly care. I have training in person centered thinking and love to support individuals to learn and grow, and find their passions in which others can support them. I am experienced in overnight shifts (more like 4 days on, 3 days...
Cierra C.
Medford, OR
$16/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Cierra, I am 25 years old, I am a momma to one sweet baby boy, and fur momma to 2 dogs, 1 three legged kitty and a horse! Located in Medford.
I have special interest in working with more holistically minded families. I have experience baby wearing, cloth diapering, breastfeeding, baby led weaning, alternative...
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I started working in child care in the sixth grade. Throughout my high school years, I would make extra money as a babysitter for military wives whose husbands were on deployment.
I am now an experienced educator with a master's degree and special needs experience. I can provide my full CV upon request.
I am currently employed...
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I've always been told I have a natural calling for caregiving, with keen motherly instincts, and who knows how to create a special bond with all the children in my care.
My daughter and I love to be outside and staying active! I will provide a healthy, active environment for your child!
I have experience working as a teachers...
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"Savannah is a very responsible young woman. She is detail oriented and has a great work ethic. The kids love her and she has a great relationship with them. If she were still in our area, we would love to...
Reviewed by Christina R.
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I moved into a paraprofessional job at the request of a friend and never left. I retired from the school system after 35 years. Spend the last years as a caregiver. And am HCA license by the Wa. state. Just finished my Developmental Disabilities certificate. And am background checked and fingerprinted by DSHS.
There have been...
Shayla P.
Talent, OR
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I began my healthcare journey at the beginning of the pandemic as a CNA in the hospital. I soon decided that the hospital wasnt the right fit for me, so I then became a CCMA working at a clinic in Ashland. I have decided to step away from the clinic and hospital environment and do more direct care for patients.
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Hello! My name is Amelia and I am a 26-year-old young professional. I am local, and grew up in Ashland. I previously worked for a non-profit in which I worked with children of a variety of ages ( 5-18yrs.) and instilled art education through a workshop setting. I've worked with children in five different countries teaching, as...
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"Amelia was a lifesaver for our family! She was very engaged and playful with our sometimes challenging 8 year old boy with some special needs. She took him on fun outings and found fun projects to do at home...
Reviewed by Leslie B.
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Hello - I have been a paraprofessional for over 10 years. I worked in the public school system mostly with special education, preschool through high school levels, with children on different levels of the spectrum. Since Covid I have been nannying for a family with three children. Two of the children are on the autism spectrum....
Samantha M.
Ashland, OR
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Sam, and I'm a freshman at SOU in Ashland, OR looking for nannying and babysitting jobs!
Current availability: Most weekday evenings and every Fri, Sat and Sun all day.
Some things about me:
I'm super kind and flexible!
I've been working as a paid babysitter since I was 12 years old.
I have experience with infants and...
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"Sam is wonderful!! She is reliable, communicative, and our kids love her. So glad we found her!"
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My name is Brooke and I am a 25 years old and I am currently living in Tigard, Oregon. I have been babysitting for about 8 years on and off I absolutely love kids! I have experience with children of all ages and I also have had experience working with some special needs children. I am currently working full time but...
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Hello! I am looking for a family who's values are in alignment with mine. I take a gentle parenting/ Waldorf approach to nannying and appreciate an easy going family that allows me autonomy within in the family structure. I see nannying as being a very intimate job and love watching family grow. I am currently open to working...
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"Nicole has been an instrumental part of our family. She was incredibly patient, flexible, and caring as our family went through many big transitions. She was a stable and comforting influence for our kids, but...
Reviewed by Jessica C.
Brooke R.
Ashland, OR
$19-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10 years of experience. Ive spent the last 6 years working in the education field, primary k-5 classrooms. I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs
Hannah T.
Ashland, OR
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello! I am looking for part-time childcare work in Ashland. I love caring for kids, building relationships and fully showing up for the people around me. I am dependable, dedicated and a person who truly lives from my heart.
I am a Registered Nurse and Integrative Health Coach with 4+ years of childcare experience for two...
Mckayla C.
Ashland, OR
$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is McKayla I'm 24. I have many years of experience taking care of children ranging from premature to preteen. I've officially been nannying since I was 15 and before that I was taking care of my two younger siblings. I've been a caregiver in nursing homes since 17. A certified nursing assistant working in hospital since...
Alyssa A.
Eagle Point, OR
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I volunteered in an early intervention classroom for children with cognitive impairments this past Spring, and it was so fun to be able to watch the children grow, learn, and interact with their surroundings.
I also worked at a camp from kids with autism last summer, from June to August. I worked one-on-one with a different...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medford, OR
Emily R.
5.0
Emily nannied our then 16 month old daughter for 2-3 months, and also helped out with our son after TK. Post nannying, she is my first go to for asking if she is available to watch my kids when I need a sitter. She is so sweet, patient, and nurturing with the kids. She spends time reading, and...
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Opal S.
5.0
Opal was very loving and caring to our boys. She has been with us for over a year. She is very attentive to them and observant. My boys love her. She is truly a natural with newborns too. The best thing about Opal is that she is patient and flexible. We have to part ways due to relocating across the...
- Sharon J.
Mary C.
5.0
Mary is a delight ! I trust her completely and recommend her to my friends! She is super nice and great with kids! I'm a nurse and when Mary is working I don't worry about being late for work because she is always on time ! :) I give her ten stars !
- Katrina C.
Jessa A.
5.0
Jessa was amazing!! my daughter has special needs and I was nervous to hire outside help, but Jessa exceeded my expectations! She was so sweet and connected very easily with my daughter. My daughter loved when Jessa was watching her, and they were constantly doing fun activities. I highly recommend...
- Lauren L.
Savannah C.
5.0
Savannah is a very responsible young woman. She is detail oriented and has a great work ethic. The kids love her and she has a great relationship with them. If she were still in our area, we would love to have her work with us again.
- Christina R.
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Ratings for Medford, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Medford, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 27 listed special needs caregivers.