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832 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Lexie B.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lexie and I offer child care and have been babysitting off and on for about two years! I am comfortable with pets and have cats of my own! I have the most experience with children 3-10 but I am super willing to learn and care for infants and toddlers! I have a car and have had my license since November 2021.
I am happy...
Lexie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lexie was wonderful with our kids. She watched them while my husband worked from home. Kids are 3 and 6 and both told me how much they liked her. We would definitely have her back. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Maddy, I'm living and working
I've been working in childcare for 10 years and have had lots of experience babysitting all different aged kids and working at summer camps and afterschool programs. I have a reliable car and a Wilderness First Responder certification that covers advanced first aid and CPR. I love...
Maddy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with my son and he loved her"
Kristin B.
Ashley S.
Portland, OR
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
***Availability Closed Until Further Notice***
I'm the oldest of four, and have always had a motherly nature towards all living things. My purpose on earth is to make sure all children feel safe, loved, supported, and are given equitable chances at success in life.
I have eight+ years of experience working as a...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ashley is probably the hardest worker I know. She always has an amazing attitude and is willing to go out of her way to help others. Ashley is just so good!"
Sarah P.
Makena D.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Makena, I am a 19-year-old incoming sophomore at Lewis and Clark college in Portland. I am back in Reno for the summer and I am hoping to find some babysitting jobs while I am back! I have experience with ages 2-14 and I am CPR/First-aide certified. I have been babysitting for two years now and can provide...
5.0
"We love Makena, she has been with us for a few weeks and my kids just love her. She is fantastic with the kids and her daily duties. She is a wonderful young lady and we wish we could keep her always! "
Lea C.
Hannah S.
Portland, OR
$26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter since age 12 and have worked with a wide-age range of children, varying from 10 months to 13 years old. I experience in environmental education and have worked professionally in the childcare industry at The Resort at the Mountain by providing babysitting services to guests and also worked as a...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is a friendly, positive, dependable and engaging care provider. Our boys (12 and 11, one with special needs) like her and look forward to their time together. Highly recommend Hannah! "
Lisa A.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a Portland-native who currently lives in Brisbane, Australia, but is home for the summer! In Australia, I teach primary school and nanny professionally. My most recent charge was a 6-month-old baby who is now nearly 18 months. I currently substitute teach, but prior I was a Year 2 teacher (6-7) year olds. I have also...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is the greatest. She is clean and organized and so positive. We love her!"
Care member
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Mikiko is wonderful! I have worked along side Mikiko though our nursing education and can confidently say that she is one of the most kindhearted and trustworthy individuals I know. I was always able to depend on her to give the best care possible to her clients...
Sophia W.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling
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
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently looking for part-time babysitting and pet-sitting gigs. I am taking a hiatus from teaching full time to be home with my 1yo while my husband works full time. I am also working a seasonal part-time remote job during the day (through July), so I'm really only looking for a day or two per week of providing...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is one of the most caring and kind people I’ve met. She’s capable and a mother herself so I fully trust that my little guy is in good hands. Love her!"
Care member
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is amazing with our kids, my friend's daughter asked if we could keep her and they are always so excited to hear she is coming!!!"
Melissa E.
Jay E.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
I enjoy taking care of kids and watching them grow and learn. I have experience with multiple mental health issues, newborns through teens, twins, distance learning, and giving medications. I am comfortable with driving kids, taking them swimming, any pets, bedtime routines, cooking easy meals for the kids, and helping to clean...
Jay can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jay was amazing with our 5 month old son. He was our at home nanny for a month before we moved.
Jay was caring and calm. He worked with our son on tummy time, rolling over, introducing solids, and kept us going with our cloth diapering.
If you are looking for...
Care member
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
Annelise C.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
Brianna P.
Portland, OR
$20-24/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: Carpooling, light cleaning, 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.
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
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
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a babysitter/nanny, tutor, chauffeur, lifeguard, summer camp leader, personal assistant, and more! Since joining Care. com, I've successfully maintained happy clients for a wide range of services here.
I earned a degree in Psychology from CSU Chico, where I also took courses on Child/Adolescent Psychology &...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Claire is so great with my kids. She engages with them and makes sure they are comfortable while keeping their safety her number one priority. She is very professional and has been amazing when it comes to communicating and organizing our plans/needs for care. She...
Brenda 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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey has been excellent. She's always on time and she's great with the kids. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sadie was wonderful! This was our first Care.com experience, she showed up punctually, was incredibly friendly, and immediately connected with our little one, putting him completely at ease. Would absolutely hire her again! "
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
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Lexie B.
5.0
My kids had a wonderful time with Lexie. She was a wonderful communicator, prompt, and a great help. I will be rebooking with her!
- Natalie L.
Maddy L.
5.0
Great with my daughter! Stuck with her routine and She was so engaged and happy!
- Care member
Ashley S.
5.0
She's amazing with my 3 yr old boy. I would definitely hire her again.
- Armida P.
Makena D.
5.0
We love Makena, she has been with us for a few weeks and my kids just love her. She is fantastic with the kids and her daily duties. She is a wonderful young lady and we wish we could keep her always!
- Lea C.
Hannah S.
5.0
I felt so reassured having Hannah care for my 1-year-old baby in our home. She picked up on his cues extremely quickly and kept him to a solid routine. During his naps, she regularly cleaned up our kitchen and did laundry as well. She was an angel for us!
- Julie A.
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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 832 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 $20.98 per hour as of April 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 423 reviews of the 832 listed babysitters.