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Nicole J.


Central Point, OR

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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I've worked for 10+ years in social services, helping families in various stages of their journey, as well as skills coaching for children and adolescents with special needs. I have completed my AAOT & AS degrees, and am wrapping up my bachelors in psychology, with a special interest in child/adolescent development. I am well...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Opal S.


Medford, OR

$20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Opal and I have about 10 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. I...
Opal can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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...

Sharon J.

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Jamie C.


Medford, OR

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Momma And Former Nanny

I've been a Nanny for a family of 5. I have 3 kiddos and a special needs son so I have experience with special needs also. I'm COR certified and First aid certified.
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abigail A.


Medford, OR

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

Working With Kids Is Kind Of In My Blood. My Mom Has Been A Kindergarten Teacher For 26 Years

I have always worked with kids due to my mom and grandma both being teachers. I also have experience working with special needs children. I worked as a day camp counselor and cared for children ages 3 to 11.
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Christine P.


Medford, OR

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Preschool Teacher

Mother and Grandmother still young at heart with compassion, dedication and loyalty looking to help families with childcare. Previous experience and education in Childhood Development, Speech, ASL, American Red Cross Instructor certification, Criminal background check available, provide transportation, pet friendly, non-smoker....
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Jamie F.


Medford, OR

$20-30/hr

Kind Professional Caregiver

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...
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Andrea G.


Phoenix, OR

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of Five And Grandmother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 28 years of childcare experience. I have five children and two grandchildren. I have a Master's degree in Education and have worked as a teacher for the past 8 years. I specialize in special needs children.
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Andrea brought a lot to the table and was able to hold the proper space for what my family needed."

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Emily R.


Medford, OR

$28-34/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Energetic Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Emily, a Medford local and experienced nanny with over 15 years of childcare expertise and 10 years as a nanny and Family Assistant. Experience: - Ages 3 months to 15 years - Multiples - Special needs - Baby Sign and some ASL - Basic Spanish I'm passionate about creating a fun, imaginative, and nurturing environment...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We recently moved to a new area and were in search of a babysitter to watch our daughter (21 months). I stumbled upon Emily's profile and she seemed very experienced, so I reached out. We had an intro call and it was apparent how much Emily loves children and that...

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Takota S.


White City, OR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter

I have a big passion for children. I have been a Nanny for several years. I graduated college at Southern Oregon University, receiving my Bachelor's in Elementary Education. Thus, I have a lot of experience with children, newborn to teen. I also have a lot of experience with babies as I have been volunteering and caring for...
Takota can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Sydney S.


White City, OR

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a large family with six siblings, which gave me a natural ability to care for and support others. During my sophomore year of high school, I started babysitting on and off, gaining valuable experience in child care. In the first semester of college, I worked at an elementary school, where I had the opportunity to...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Alyssa M.


Rogue River, OR

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Sitter And All The Smiles

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have lots of little siblings and have always babysat for them over the years and loved it! Also all my cousins from babies to 13! I also worked part time babysitting in highschool for my school counselor for her two children with special needs. I am...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Ashley M.


Shady Cove, OR

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny/Personal Assistant I'm very passionate about making a positive and meaningful impact on anyone receiving my care, as well as their loved ones. I strongly advocate children's growth and development, in all aspects! I have over 10 years of experience as a trusted caregiver/nanny and am a mother myself! Integrity...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mary A.


Medford, OR

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Giggle Generator.

I'd describe my personality as passionate, enthusiastic and dependable. Working with kids has always been a love of mine. I would like to find a family with young ones who are looking for someone long-term. I am looking for a family to support and grow with. I have worked with children since I was about 10 with babysitting...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Cindy K.


Medford, OR

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Special Ed Teacher

I am a retired Special Ed teacher. I'm looking for part time work in the education / child care sector. I have experience teaching a variety of special needs and have an Authorization in Autism. I've taught all grade levels k-12 but specialized in k-7th. I'd be happy to interview with you any time. Hope to hear back from...
Cindy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brandi N.


Rogue River, OR

$15/hr

Part Time Care Provider

I had a brother with special needs, and volunteered at Pocollo School on Foothill in Reno. I have had experience with feeding tubes, apnea monitors, oxygen administration, and children in wheelchairs.
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Michelle N.


Phoenix, OR

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You Support Your Special Needs Child

I have been a program specialist as well as a developmental training specialist and recently spent about three years supporting a child with autism. I do not look at my clients as having disabilities, I look at their abilities first and strive to help them strengthen the ones they have and to build new ones as they desire to.
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Melinda T.


White City, OR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

18 years experience working with people with various health care needs. I worked with a little boy with spastic Cerebral Palsy for over 6 years . After he passed I started working for a level 3 Adult Foster home. My experience includes medication management, mobility, feeding, bathing, incontinent care. I've worked with feeding...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Central Point, OR

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.

Andrea G.

5.0

Athena provides excellent service when it comes to caring for our son Zachary. She is very knowledgeable in her line of work and keeps a high level of professionalism. I like how she encourages hands-on or outdoor activities rather than television or tablets. Zachary really enjoys his time with...

- Care member

Emily R.

5.0

Emily is an absolute joy. She has worked with our family for over a year caring for three children ages 5 and younger. She is extremely reliable. She is conscientious, energetic, and a strong communicator. She has fit seamlessly into our home to meet the needs of our children as they have changed...

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