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384 after school babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Portland, OR
Jessica W.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 13 years of experience, mostly babysitting for families in my neighborhood. I'm certified in first aid and CPR by the American Heart Association. I've cared for children of all ages and multiple children at a time. I am a responsible, reliable, excellent babysitter/nanny and a punctual, focused, dedicated person. I truly...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kiana D.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been nannying for 5+ years and have had the opportunity to work with children from newborns to 8 years old. I specialize in infant and toddler care and love getting to develop a long lasting relationship where I can help foster a child's growth.
I love to read, spend time outside, set up arts and crafts, and engage in...
Meredith R.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Adventurous, Respectful, And Patient Caregiver With 6 Years Of Babysitting/nannying Experience!
Hi! My name is Meredith, I recently graduated from PSU with my BA in Community Development. I have nannied and worked with kids all throughout my high school and college careers and have loved every second of it! I enjoy art projects, reading, and outdoor activities.
I'd describe my personality as thoughtful, humorous, and...
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
I first started caring for children in my teens with babysitting, to eventually working at an in-home daycare for children aged 6 months to 5 years after graduating high school. I then transitioned to working independently as a nanny for 2 children aged 2-3. In my time working with children, I have come to understand that they...
Ayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Hi! I'm Hannah. I am a 25-year-old from the East Coast. I grew up babysitting and have been nannying for families since I was 16. I absolutely love to do craft projects, spend days outside in the parks, read, bake yummy goodies, and take amazing care of your kids! I nannied for a family during the summer of 2020 and am...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Ellee N.
Portland, OR
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have extensive babysitting experience with children and infants of all ages! I am currently a licensed physical therapist who is working part time due to COVID-19. I am looking for a part time babysitting job until I am able to work full time again!
Ellee can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have experience caring for/living with autistic younger brother, from minor daily care (preparing food, cleaning up after, general assistance0 to extensive extended care during (week-long care; bathing, preparing all meals, dressing for the day/sleep0, I have given pretty much seen it all.
Also have done paid babysitting...
Robert can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am a post-doctoral researcher specializing in the hydrodynamics of urbanized estuaries. Funding being a bit short at the moment, I'm looking to supplement my income with some part-time work. Outside of my life as a professional science geek, I love reading, playing ultimate Frisbee, knitting, cooking, and DIY projects. As the...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Nyssa H.
Portland, OR
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Part time babysitter available, with 3 years of young child experience. I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula, and can provide new infant care for families.
Nyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Carly J.
Portland, OR
$35/hr
I Am A New Student Looking For A Steady Schedule With A Family I Can Grow With.
My name is Carly, I am a 25-year-old student at PCC in school Tuesdays and Thursdays until 3 p.m. I have been hired by many family and friends for childcare help- most recently I spent 2 weeks with my cousin and his husband to help nanny for their two daughters aged 1. 5 years and 3. 5 years while their nanny recovered from...
Skills:
CPR
Hi Everyone!
I'm excited to be seeking nanny work again. I have worked with kids a wide range of ages, from infants to middle school. I love developing ongoing relationships with families and their kiddos.
I currently work part time at a coffee shop, so I am available all afternoons and evenings for school pick up or date...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi, my name is Lily!
I'm looking for a nanny/babysitting job that is short term while I am visiting my grandparents in attempts to make some money before I go to southern california for my camp counselor job. Other people have described my personality as ambitious, bubbly, and caring. I truly love working with children because...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amber! I'm a 23-year-old college graduate with a B. A in Linguistics and an extensive TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate. I'm seeking a recurring part-time position as a nanny/babysitter.
In terms of my qualifications for childcare, I have 9 years of experience working with children of all ages in...
Amber can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
4.0
"Amber did such a great job working with us. She was dependable and responsible.
Thank you for such a great job!"
Amanda C.
I'm a former nanny and graduate with my Master's in Education and a BA in Theatre, and am seeking part-time work! I'm relocating to Portland as of mid-August for my next big adventure.
I babysat throughout middle/high school, and with the training for my degrees I've spent more than two years working with students ages 2-18. I...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jessica M.
Portland, OR
$28-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 21 years of experience nannying, 9 of which have been with twins, I've worked with all ages from infants to teens. I am very adaptable to the style of parenting that the families request. I practice using very clear communication with children. A typical day with me would include nature walks, park adventures, arts...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I started helping my mom care for my infant twin sisters at 8 and have loved doing so ever since! I babysat for 10+ families in my hometown of Chicago from age until I went to college.
I studied abroad in France and occasionally cared for my host family's children (7 and 10) and dog.
The summer after college I nannied two...
Rachael can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Hello!
Thanks for visiting my profile. I just moved to Portland about 2 months ago - I am a very active, flexible, spiritual, and kind person. I love to play sports, spend time outside, make art, garden, and I am currently attempting to teach myself bass guitar. :) I have 10+ years of childcare experience, most specifically...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
I have many years of experience babysitting and working as a nanny. I started babysitting when I was 12 and took care of most of the neighborhood kids as well as my younger sister and her friends. I love being with kids and am very comfortable caring for all ages. I have experience with children ranging from infants to teens.
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Marily D.
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
Amber R.
4.0
Amber did such a great job working with us. She was dependable and responsible.
Thank you for such a great job!
- Amanda C.
Christine E.
5.0
Christine was absolutely phenomenal! She came to watch our 10-month-old, who is currently not a fan of strangers AND she’s teething. Before we left, they were already playing and having fun. Christine left notes with times they did everything, and we came home to a happy and SLEEPING baby! It was an...
- Rebecca J.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Portland, OR
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Portland, OR?
You can review 384 after school babysitter profiles near you in Portland, 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 Portland, OR?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Portland, OR is $20.00. 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 Portland, 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 Portland, OR on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Portland, 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 Portland, OR can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Portland, OR?
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Ratings for Portland, OR after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 143 reviews of the 384 listed after school babysitters.