Taiya Knight - Hiring in Medford

Live-In Part-Time Nanny Available in Medford, OR: Taiya K.

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$20/hr
10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I’m a reliable caregiver with over a decade of experience working with children from infants to teens. I began babysitting and volunteering in my community at a young age, gaining hands-on experience with nursery, toddler, and youth programs. Over the years, I’ve also taken on leadership roles supporting older kids and teens.

I’m currently the Assistant Learn-to-Skate Director at our rink, where I teach classes and private lessons for ages 3–19. This work has strengthened my skills in communication, patience, and adapting to each child’s needs. I also have experience as a patient care technician and hold current CPR and American Heart Association BLS certifications.

I’m earning my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and have experience supporting children on the autism spectrum and those managing anxiety, stress, or difficulty focusing. I aim to create safe, encouraging environments where kids feel supported, confident, and free to learn and explore.

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Mon 8:00AM - 2:00PM
Thu 9:00AM - 8:00PM
Fri 9:00AM - 2:00PM

Age Groups

Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License
CPR
First Aid

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

I have over a decade of experience caring for children from infants to teens. I started working with families in my community at a young age and spent many years volunteering in church programs, supporting nursery, toddlers, elementary-aged kids, and teens.

I currently work as the Assistant Learn-to-Skate Director, teaching classes and private lessons for ages 3–19. This role strengthened my communication, patience, and ability to adapt to each child’s needs. I also worked as a patient care technician, giving me valuable hospital experience and strong attentive-care skills.

I’m earning my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and have experience supporting children on the autism spectrum and those managing anxiety, stress, or difficulty focusing.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I love to go on walks or play on playgrounds. I like to play sports like soccer basketball etc. When I am indoors I love to draw/color or read kid's stories.

The most important part about being a nanny...

I believe the most important part of being a nanny is creating a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where children feel understood, encouraged, and comfortable being themselves. Children grow best when they feel valued, so I focus on building strong, positive connections and meeting them at their individual developmental level.

It is equally important to build trust with parents. A strong relationship relies on open, consistent communication and working together as a team. I make sure parents feel informed, supported, and confident in the care their child is receiving.

When the child, parents, and caregiver all feel connected and supported, it creates the kind of environment where children can truly thrive emotionally, socially, and developmentally.

My experience with special needs children...

I have experience working with children who have special needs through both my early volunteer work and my current childcare roles. In the youth programs I volunteered with, I was often assigned to children who needed extra support, including those on the autism spectrum or who experienced anxiety, stress, or difficulty focusing.

I currently work with several children who benefit from individualized attention, and our time together varies depending on their needs each day. We’ve done homework support, visits to parks, educational board games, sensory-friendly activities, and occasional outings like trampoline parks. I focus on creating a calm, encouraging environment and adjusting activities to match their comfort level, energy, and interests.

The most important part about being a nanny...

I cannot choose one favorite nanny moment because every child brings something special to the experience. Some of the moments I value most are the small but meaningful ones, like seeing a child master a new skill, watching their confidence grow, or hearing them laugh during an activity we both enjoy. I also love when a child becomes comfortable enough to share their thoughts or excitement about their day. Those everyday connections are what make this work so rewarding for me.

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