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Alexis Banda

Alexis Banda
Eugene, OR

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2026

Experienced, reliable babysitter with childcare training and a passion for creating safe, positive experiences for children.

Hi! My name is Alexis, and I am a Sophomore at South Eugene High School and caring for children has been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. My babysitting journey began with helping raise my younger sister from her newborn years to the energetic 6-year-old she is today, and along the way I discovered how much I enjoy working with children. Through years of hands-on experience caring for my sister and younger nieces, I’ve developed strong childcare skills, patience, and a commitment to creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and feel comfortable while parents have peace of mind.

Dog walking $15 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Pet sitting $16 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet training

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter $17/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Intellectual disabilities
    • Dyslexia
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Visual impairments
    • Sleep disorders

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • Reading writing
    • Art lessons
    • Music lessons
      • Guitar lessons

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Eugene for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

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Day

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Arvo

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Eve.

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Nite

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I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 6 years experience working with children
    • Babysitting course complete
    • CPR training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish

I am a responsible, patient, and caring babysitter with several years of hands-on childcare experience. My first experience caring for children began with my younger sister, who is now 6 years old. I helped care for her from her newborn stage through her toddler and childhood years, which provided me with valuable experience and helped build the skills I use today. Because my parents worked during the day, I was often responsible for babysitting her for up to six hours after school. This taught me how to adapt to different situations, solve problems independently, and learn important childcare skills over time.

Through this experience, I discovered that I genuinely enjoy working with children and would like to continue pursuing babysitting opportunities. In addition to caring for my sister, I have also occasionally babysat my nieces, who are 2 and 7 years old, giving me experience working with children of different ages and developmental stages.

My childcare experience includes changing diapers, preparing meals and snacks, maintaining routines, helping with basic hygiene, supervising playtime, creating fun and age-appropriate activities, and providing a safe and positive environment for children. I understand the importance of keeping children engaged, entertained, and cared for while also maintaining structure and responsibility.

As a Sophomore in high school, I completed Health and Child Development courses, where I learned about child growth, development, safety, and caregiving practices. I am familiar with safety precautions and appropriate responses in emergency situations, including recognizing and responding to choking incidents. I am highly aware of my surroundings and always prioritize the safety, well-being, and care of the children I supervise.

Overall, my years of hands-on experience, education, and genuine passion for childcare have prepared me to be a dependable and attentive babysitter for families.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Riley Blaszczyk

Riley Blaszczyk
Eugene, OR

Activity summary

Member since: May 2026

CPR & First Aid Trained Babysitter & Pet Caregiver in Eugene

Hi! Thanks for visiting my profile. I’m a responsible and caring babysitter with experience working with children of all ages, from infants to teens. I focus on creating a safe, positive, and comfortable environment while also keeping things fun and engaging for kids.

I’m happy to help with homework, meals, bedtime routines, activities, and pet care, and I’m used to adapting to different family needs. I take my responsibilities seriously, and families can count on me to be dependable and attentive. I look forward to connecting with you!

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Medical injections
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
  • Pet training
  • Pet grooming

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Care for sick children
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Dyslexia
    • Epilepsy / tics
    • Sleep disorders

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring
    • Primary school tutoring
    • High school tutoring
    • Test / exam prep
    • Reading writing
    • Maths tutoring
    • Science tutoring
    • Cooking lessons
    • Art lessons

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Eugene for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 17 years old
    • Driver's license
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hi! I’m a junior at South Eugene High School with several years of babysitting experience caring for children from infants to teens. Most of my experience comes from babysitting for family, friends, and neighbors, along with volunteering at a daycare where I worked with toddlers.

I am CPR and first aid trained, I prioritize safety, responsibility, and making sure kids feel comfortable and cared for. I play volleyball on my school team and serve as the wrestling team manager, I also workout at the YMCA every weekday morning before school, which has helped me stay organized, dependable, and responsible with my time.

I enjoy working with kids of all ages and am happy to help with homework, meals, bedtime routines, activities, pet care, and housekeeping when needed. After graduating, I plan to attend Oregon State University to study animal science and eventually continue on to veterinary school.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Animals
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Riley For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Shaylee Johnson
Cottage Grove, OR

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Last seen: 4 hours ago Member since: Oct 2026

Hi welcome this is Shaylee Johnson

Hi welcome to my profile page contact me if you need a babysitter or a dog walker

Dog walking $20 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)

Dog sitting $20 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on dogs)

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Parent helper $16/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 1 child at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Bottle feeding

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Cottage Grove for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- ✓ - - ✓ - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • 3 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 24 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English

I worked at a daycare until 2025 of April

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Animals

Contact Shaylee For Free

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Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Dog Walking Pay Rates Cottage Grove, OR, United States (Updated 1 Oct 2026)

Cottage Grove dog walkers are paid an average of $16.50 per hour as of October 2026, which is 1.7% lower than the Oregon average of $16.79, and 8% higher than the United States average of $15.28. A fair pay rate depends on dog walker credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for dog walking services in Cottage Grove.
Location Avg Rate/Hour
Cottage Grove $16.50
Oregon $16.79
United States $15.28

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Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Dog Walker

Follow these handy tips for hiring a dog walker so you know your pup is in safe, reliable hands.

1. Check experience

Look for walkers who have worked with dogs of similar size, breed, and temperament.

2. Verify credentials

Ask about pet first aid/CPR certification and whether they’re insured and bonded.

3. Request references

Speak to past or current clients for honest feedback.

4. Meet in person

Arrange a meet-and-greet to see how your dog responds to them.

5. Discuss routines

Ensure they can stick to your dog’s feeding, walking, and medication schedule.

6. Ask about group walks

Clarify whether they walk multiple dogs at once or provide solo walks.

7. Check reliability

Confirm their backup plan in case they’re sick or unavailable.

8. Look for communication

Choose someone who provides updates, photos, or reports after walks.

9. Test with a trial walk

Start with a short session to assess how your dog and the walker get along.

10. Clarify policies

Go over payment, cancellations, keys/access to your home, and emergency procedures.


Dog Walker Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing dog walker candidates to narrow down your list.

Experience & Background

  • How long have you been walking dogs professionally?
  • Do you have experience with my dog’s breed, size, or temperament?
  • Are you trained in pet first aid and CPR?
  • Are you insured and bonded?

Services & Routines

  • Do you walk dogs individually or in groups?
  • How long are your standard walks?
  • Will you stick to my dog’s usual feeding, medication, or potty schedule?
  • Do you offer additional services (feeding, playtime, grooming visits)?

Safety & Emergencies

  • What would you do if my dog gets injured or sick during a walk?
  • How do you handle aggressive dogs or unexpected encounters?
  • Do you carry water, treats, or a first aid kit?
  • What’s your policy if bad weather occurs?

Reliability & Communication

  • What happens if you’re unavailable—do you have a backup plan?
  • How will you access my home securely?
  • Do you provide updates (texts, photos, walk reports)?
  • What’s your cancellation and refund policy?

Trial & Fit

  • Can we schedule a trial walk to see how my dog responds?
  • Are you comfortable with my dog’s specific quirks or needs?
  • Can I speak to a couple of your current or recent clients?