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849 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
5.0
(6)
I have loved working with children and generally being a caregiver for my whole life. I started at the age of 12 by babysitting for the families in my neighborhood. I have a lot of experience working with children with physical and developmental disabilities as I worked at an institute for developmentally disabled children for 3...
Mikiko can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"I was Mikiko's instructor in nursing school, so I spent a lot of time watching her interact with classmates, staff, and clients. She is compassionate, energetic, flexible, and caring. She enjoys working with persons from diverse backgrounds and perspectives."
Kinara F.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm looking for part-time babysitting gigs, like date nights or partial days (can include pickup and/or dropoff). Open to recurring gigs if the fit is right, as well as pet sitting. I am taking a hiatus from teaching full time to be home with my 1yo while my husband works full time. Because of this, I'm looking more...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is an absolute delight. My family and I warmed up to her and her sweet daughter right away. She is genuinely friendly and kind and is a great communicator. She has been a wonderful nanny to our toddler. I love that she is a mother herself; it makes trusting...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Rosabelle, a recent college graduate living in Northeast Portland. If you're looking for an extra sitter or occasional help, I'd love to be considered. I absolutely adore children and have had the pleasure of babysitting for the past nine years (ages 6 months -- 12 years.) I find this work to be exceptionally rewarding,...
Rosabelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"My almost 3 year old boy loves Rosabelle. He was so sad when it was time for her to go. She read him lots of books and they did art together. We'll definitely be using Rosabelle again. "
Holly P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a reliable, college-educated nanny dedicated to working closely with families to provide top quality care to children of all ages. I enjoy planning engaging and developmentally appropriate activities and outings that target all areas of child development. Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches inspire me to guide children...
Mckenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"McKenzie is a babysitter who respects the job and our time and has never showed up late. She is always prepared to have fun with the kids. Whether it is nice out or cold, she always has crafting ideas, goes on walks outside or has something creative for them to...
Lacie S.
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
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of kids since I was 14 whether that be, babysitting, camps, or coaching. I am willing to do light house keeping, transportation and meal prep! Hoping to connect with you soon!
Nanny Experience:
(2020-present)
1 child: 12 yrs
2 children: 6 & 9 yrs
2 children: 8 & 10 yrs
Babysitting Experience:
3...
Journie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Journie was very responsive with emails and calls and arrived right on time for the job. My girls loved her have already asked if we can have her back. Wouldn't hesitate to work with her again, or to recommend to others!"
Mandy W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sadie and I am recent graduate from the University of New Hampshire. I have spent the last 8 years working in various forms of childcare (babysitting, camp counselor, nanny, rec director) and I've loved every minute! I love to bake, craft, and go on outdoor adventures with the kiddos I have had the pleasure to...
Sadie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sadie is the ideal sitter. She arrived early and immediately engaged with our toddler. He had the best time and keeps asking us when Sadie is coming back. You can clearly see after meeting Sadie that she has lots of experience with children. Highly recommend!"
Care member
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:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Annelise C.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Around 10 years of paid, experience nannying and babysitting! I graduated from OSU in 2019 and am transitioning back to life in Portland! Utilizing my Sociology degree, I am currently working as a Case manager for transition aged youth for a local Behavioral Health Non-profit. I enjoy being outdoors and being active in my free...
Annelise can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nannies do not get better than Annelise! She is, without a doubt, the best. She gave 110% for the entire time she was my nanny. Some of the ways she was exceptional:
1) Was never late once (She was our nanny March 2015 to Sept 2015)
2) Cleaned the house without...
Kali K.
Nadia B.
Portland, OR
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Nadia! I have been babysitting for 10 years. I know CPR. I have experience nannying toddlers, infants and tweens. I have my own car!
I'm smoke free and pet friendly. I don't mind doing cleaning duties while nannying as well. I am previous a RBT therapist, Dance teacher and elementary school dance teacher. I have...
Nadia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We LOVE Nadia! She was a part-time nanny for my son from around 16 months old - 2 years old. She worked with my son on his milestones and ASL. She is attentive, nurturing, and fun. She always leaves the house cleaner than she found it (lol). My son LOVES her. We...
Casey S.
4.8
(9)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am 19 and go to Lewis and Clark college in Portland, with a goal of getting a degree in child psychology. I am CPR and First aide certified, and took a human development class for three years. I have been babysitting for over six years, though if you count helping taking care of my little brothers, I have been doing it all my...
Hailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Hired 6 days before care was needed for 3 hours but unfortunately Hailey cancelled 5 hours before care was needed."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 children, ages 12-30. I have a lot of experience looking after kids. I have done babysitting for kids of all ages, from 1 month after birth and on. My first language is Spanish, and I speak a bit of English (enough to communicate slowly). I can help tutor in Spanish if that's something you'd like.
I'm looking...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brianna P.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, parents! I'm Brianna, but you can call me Bri. Originally from Reno, Nevada, I relocated to Portland, OR in 2020. I've been in child care since 2018 with extensive babysitting experience and classroom work. I have over four years of Montessori experience, mainly in the Primary Classroom, and hold an Associate's in Early...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Brianna, has cared for my 2-year-old daughter a few times. She has a wonderful personality, is very trustworthy and super engaged with children. I feel that my child is very safe and cared for with her and that is such a gift."
Kerri T.
Saher K.
Portland, OR
$19-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun, Young Spirited Sitter That Can Make Something Out Of Nothing
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
"Hello families! I'm Saher, a compassionate and experienced babysitter with a heart full of love for little ones. With years of dedicated childcare expertise, I'm here to create a safe, nurturing, and fun-filled environment for your precious children. From imaginative play to educational activities, I tailor my approach to each...
Saher can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Saher was great with the kids, would hire again!"
Care member
Lauren H.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Lauren, I'm 24 years old. I started babysitting when I was 15 until I was 17 and then I was an assistant teacher at kinder care for over a year. I have experience with all ages from newborns to 10years old. As a nanny I like to do different things throughout the day such as going on walks, reading books,...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Lauren was kind, communicative, and punctual while she worked for us but she did not give us much notice of when her last day would be."
Makenna H.
Genna L.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've babysat for all ages from 4 months and up. I've been babysitting/nannying for 8 years now and am certified in CPR and have had lifeguard training. I've interned at an elementary school as well and have worked with special needs kids and helped with homework. I cook as well and can make the kids food.
Genna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Genna is amazing! She is reliable and trustworthy and my kids love her. "
Meghan N.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Leticia and I am a full time grad-school student. I've been babysitting on and off for about 10 years, but the majority of my experience is with youth 4-18 in a mental health care setting. I enjoy engaging in art activities and other creative outlets, but am really open to whatever it is that engages their...
Leticia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leticia is super friendly and very involved! Have booked with her a few times and my son loves doing fun activities with her. She is very punctual and reliable!"
Alexis B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved to San Diego to work as a nurse.
I only work three days a week, so I am often available for a couple days during the week and every other weekend.
I have degrees in Nursing, Biology and Psychology. I've
I have nannied for families and am still close with those families today. I love to do crafts, play...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
Georgia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have hired Georgia to look after our nine year old and dog several times. She is punctual, compassionate, caring and thoughtful in her care. Georgia is highly recommended!!!"
Leslie D.
Sophia R.
Portland, OR
$50-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Please see tutoring profile. Due to high tutoring demand, I am not available for nannying/babysitting.
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have three very high energy children 4, 8, and 10. I had the pleasure of having Sophie babysit my children on multiple occasions. My children consider her as part of our family and they relate well. She offers a great balance of discipline and fun for the kids. I...
Rain J.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Mikiko S.
5.0
I was Mikiko's instructor in nursing school, so I spent a lot of time watching her interact with classmates, staff, and clients. She is compassionate, energetic, flexible, and caring. She enjoys working with persons from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Kinara F.
Melanie T.
5.0
Melanie is an absolute delight. My family and I warmed up to her and her sweet daughter right away. She is genuinely friendly and kind and is a great communicator. She has been a wonderful nanny to our toddler. I love that she is a mother herself; it makes trusting her with our kiddo that much...
- Care member
Rosabelle H.
5.0
My almost 3 year old boy loves Rosabelle. He was so sad when it was time for her to go. She read him lots of books and they did art together. We'll definitely be using Rosabelle again.
- Holly P.
Mckenzie A.
5.0
Mckenzie was an incredible child care provider. Very responsible and trustworthy. I always felt so comfortable knowing she was with our 3 kids. Instead of just sitting around with them, she always had fun ideas and things planned. My kids were always so bummed at the end of the summer when she was...
- John M.
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
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portland, OR:
How can I find a Portland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portland, OR can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 849 babysitters in Portland, OR on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Portland, OR?
The average rate for Portland, OR babysitters on Care.com is $20.49 per hour as of January 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Portland, OR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, OR through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Portland, OR babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 342 reviews of the 849 listed babysitters.