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60 after school babysitters are listed in Happy Valley, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Happy Valley, OR
Casadie K.
Portland, OR
$21-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Casadie! I have four years of experience in childcare and have worked most recently in daycares for the ages 6 months to 11yrs, and at a sleep-away summer camp for ages 6yrs - 16yrs.
Working in childcare and creating safe, fun, and happy environments for kids is one of my biggest passions in life. Getting on...
Casadie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Casadie as our first ever sitter, and everything went great. She watched our 5-month old for the entire day while I worked from home. She was clearly a natural with kids, and the day went very smoothly. We will definitely hire again!"
Walker H.
Elizabeth S.
Portland, OR
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for kids of all ages. I've been working at summer camps since I was 14 years old and have continued to nanny and babysit ever since. I coach youth and high school sports during the Spring and love spending what ever time I can around kids. My Food Handlers permit, as well as CPR/AED/First Aid...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"My kiddos loved Elizabeth! She was easy going and played with them all day. My daughter asked when she could come back again. I look forward to hiring her again! She was great!"
Leigh G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am experienced, gentle, and creative. I have been a nanny, au pair, worked in day care, and in after school care, and I loved all of it. I am a graduate student in mental health counseling and I need a part time job while I finish school (1. 5 years to go). Right now my only classes are online, so my availability is pretty...
Kai can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kiddo loved Kai! He was very communicative with us, and kept my kiddo entertained and happy. Will definitely hire again!"
Jan H.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My goal is to provide consistent, loving, disciplined care for children. Being a single mother, I am all too familiar with the difficult choices we have to make with our children. Leaving them with someone else is one of the toughest. I want to give back to those who helped me during those times by allowing parents to find...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Susan provided day childcare for my 7 year old boy for several years. She created a structured and balanced environment where my son felt safe and encouraged, but held firm to the restrictions I placed on the engagement. I am happy to say that though my son no...
Corey J.
Cordelia K.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Cordelia! I currently teach at Montessori/Play Based preschool in NE Portland and I love what I do. I spend my spare time directing children's plays and teaching after school workshops. Because of my strong theater background, I love making up stories with children as well as celebrating all forms of creative...
Cordelia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Cordilia is dependable, great with my son and super easy to communicate with. I highly recommend her!"
Heather S.
Emily N.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently am in Portland State University's M. S. in Speech Language Pathology Program. I have worked as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant with autistic individuals for the past year. For the past three years I have worked in the field of ABA therapy ( behavioral therapy) as a Registered Behavioral Technician. I also...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily was wonderful! She is full of energy, very sweet and fun. My kids are 2 and 5, she kept them entertained and engaged the whole time. They always ask when she is coming back. "
Kristy B.
Marily D.
Portland, OR
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
19 Years Of Age, A Sophomore In College Finishing My AA Degree.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring, and hard working!
I like working with kids because I love caring for them, making them feel happy and being a great example to them. I have two siblings and I grew up taking care of them at a very young age.
I'm looking for a job that gives me a consistent schedule and is willing...
5.0
"Marily is a great nanny due to the following reasons.
Attentive
Personable with the children
Responsible
Honest
Listens to the parents instructions
I recommend Marily to anyone who wants a dedicated and loving person to watch their children."
Care member
4.6
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My schedule is flexible to cater to your needs and wants! I can work days, nights and holidays. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages and backgrounds. I have younger siblings, so I am very familiar with the things kids love. I am well equipped to properly care for special needs children, as I...
Namrata can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"My daughter is super shy and scared to stay home alone but Namrata made her warm up so quickly. They read books, played games, and went to the park. She prepped meals and made sure she ate. I've always come home to a happy face whenever she comes by. She is a...
Katie L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I know how important it is to have reliable care. It was only a few years ago I was using this site to find sitters and tutors for my kids. Now, here I am with my youngest nearly grown and looking to earn some extra cash to go visit family out of state on a regular basis (I can't get enough of my parents, sister and niece) and...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Polite, responsive and caring with our kids"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I would love to help! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I am a very responsible & outgoing person. I have been babysitting my family and friends' families for years because I have always had a passion for children and animals. I love watching them solve problems in their own ways as well as...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Savy was very helpful in helping deal with a last minute need for a sitter."
Matt B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been caring for children for almost 20 years. I love working with children. I have my Bachelors degree in Family and Human Services from the University of Oregon. I worked in a childcare center from 2015 to 2023. Since leaving the center, I am getting back into babysitting/nannying again. I have studied child development...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel has been absolutely amazing with our little girl and our pets! She has watched our daughter since she was just about 7 weeks old and now she's just over 6 months old. She genuinely loved hanging out with our daughter and caring for her. She's very...
Kim B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a momma of 4 children... they aren't kids anymore and have all grown up and starting to move out. I was working full time and taking care of kids with sports and appts until just recently when my youngest baby turned 18. Right now, I am considered the "neighborhood babysitter" all the kids on my street come to my...
Stacey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stacey still works for me part time, I just wanted to say that Stacey is truly the best at anything you hire her for. She goes above and way beyond every single day, and always puts her clients first. She is a God sent and we love her as our own family. Thank you...
Tiffany D.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi all,
My name is Nga /Nyah/. I am 34 years old. I am currently working as:
- a part time sitter on Care. com, etc.
- a Substitute Teaching Assistant in Montessori and Jewish classrooms.
- an experienced Foreign Language Teacher for children aged 5-15yo (+12 yrs)
I am also a part-time learner in Early Childhood Education....
Nga can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I am so relieved I found Nga. I would love for her to watch my son any time. She cares for all children like they are her own and creates a safe, wholesome environment for them. Nga is very mindful of parents' concerns and offers services like sending regular...
Abby P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working with children from Best Summer Camp for 4 years. I have also had experience working with special needs children for 4 years. Along with those things, I have had experience working with children during basketball camps!
Daejah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Alexandra M.
Portland, OR
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I grew up in South Florida and recently graduated college at Washington University in St. Louis where I studied biology. I am currently back home looking for nanny and babysitting positions before going to medical school next year. I have been working with kids for over 3 years and specifically worked as a behavioral health...
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Awesome sitter! Our kids adored her and she went the extra mile to meet our family's needs"
Charlie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a mom of six children and the oldest daughter of 10 children, I have 30+ years of child care experience. I enjoy reading to children and involving them in crafts and activities. Aside from nannying, I have experience working as a lunch room assistant and monitor at a private school. In the last eight years, I have worked as a...
Mihaela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mihaela has cared for my daughter from age 10 weeks to 6 years. I’m very sad that with our child headed to kindergarten it will be time for her to work for another family. Mihaela truly became a member of our family. She is so very loving, kind and thoughtful, not...
Julie Ann S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lizzy. I'm 32 years old. I have 9+ years of experience in full/part time nanny work, weekend babysitting, assistance in daycare as well as volunteering. I've worked with youth ages 6 months-17 years old and everything in between!
I graduated from Oregon College of Art and Craft with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz was wonderful with my children (both under 3 years old). She was friendly, loving, and yet had great discipline strategies she used with the children. She always followed my directions and asked questions to clarify if she needed to. She went above and beyond...
Sharon J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Part-time Babysitter Available
Hi, My name is Alyssa. I am a passionate caregiver, 3rd-year law student specializing in juvenile defense work, and experienced in supporting children with disabilities. Former high school teacher and basketball coach with a high-energy approach. Eager to contribute a compassionate touch to...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Alyssa has been an occasional afternoon/evening sitter for our family for almost a year now. She is a great communicator with regards to scheduling, is always punctual and dependable, and arrives with a smile (which given her busy schedule is amazing). My kids...
Shami R.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Samantha. I am 29 years old I have been babysitting children since I was about 13 years old. I am currently looking for a few part time jobs. I have watched children from ages newborn to 16. I enjoy watching them grow and watching their skills develop. When I work, I ensure we engage in indoor and outdoor...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha truly loves children. She is efficient, hard working, flexible and does a great job communicating with parents. She loves to engage the kids and help them grow. If our needs hadn't changed she would still be working for us. "
Greg E.
Emma V.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an adventure seeker and fun haver! I have worked in preschool settings and nanny positions over the years with experience at all different ages. I love reading, music, nature, working out, gardening and playing with kiddos!
Emma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had an immediate need for a short term assignment. When she came out to the house to interview, I immediately felt at ease with her. She engaged with the girls immediately. Emma is a really sweet and responsible young lady. She is great with kids and gets them...
Mandy R.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Happy Valley, OR
Casadie K.
5.0
Casadie had been great with our 1 year old daughter! She was kind and caring and we loved having her with our daughter! Definitely recommend her.
- Care member
Elizabeth S.
5.0
My kiddos loved Elizabeth! She was easy going and played with them all day. My daughter asked when she could come back again. I look forward to hiring her again! She was great!
- Leigh G.
Kai F.
5.0
My kiddo loved Kai! He was very communicative with us, and kept my kiddo entertained and happy. Will definitely hire again!
- Jan H.
Susan P.
5.0
Susan is really confident about what she does. She assures me what I tell her about baby's behavior or development. She sure knows about child development and this makes me feel good about seeing her again and again. It's hard to leave a baby to go do what we've got to do at times. Susan supports me...
- Yoriko H.
Cordelia K.
5.0
Cordelia is great! She is so pleasant, so sweet, thoughtful and dependable. Our kids really enjoyed being cared for by Cordelia, and she is really easy to work with. She did a great job keeping the kids entertained, and she is awesome at cleaning up after any activity and tidying up which I...
- Elizabeth O.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Happy Valley, OR
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Happy Valley, OR?
You can review 20 after school babysitter profiles near you in Happy Valley, OR to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Happy Valley, OR?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Happy Valley, OR is $21.60. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Happy Valley, OR?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Happy Valley, OR on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Happy Valley, OR to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Happy Valley, OR can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Happy Valley, OR?
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Ratings for Happy Valley, OR after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Babysitters in Happy Valley, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters.