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818 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Charlotte M.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a seasoned mom of two. My kids are older now and I really miss baby snuggles. I would be delighted to watch your kids while you have a date night or time out with the girls!
Charlotte can also help with: Meal prep
Annecy C.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have worked with children at every age, from four months to 17 years. I began my childcare career at a summer camp serving 5-8-year-olds. I then started working as a nanny, first for a family with 7 and 9-year-olds, then for one with a 3-year-old. I moved onto working for the outdoor school program, where I helped 6th graders...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a very patient, positive, and reliable person who has about 7 years of experience caring for children. I am currently a preschool teacher working with children ages 3-5. I also have experience working with children ages 8 weeks to 12 years old at the in childcare. Along with these experiences I have two young nieces...
Jess can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have three (now grown) children of my own and two grandchildren. My nieces and nephews all call me Aunt Gamer. Taught kids cooking classes for 5 years. Worked as a full time-nanny in Florida for 2 years. Worked with special needs children in a middle school for 4 years. Have had CPR and first aid training, though those have...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth S.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Mon - Fri For A Regular Daytime Nanny Job & Regular Dog Walking Gigs
I graduated from CSUCI with a BA in Liberal Studies for teaching and currently full time Substitute Teacher during the school year. I'm a big reading enthusiast, love doing arts and crafts projects, enjoy taking children to the park, and really love day trips to the local museums, the beach, and more. Lastly, I am great with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had the pleasure of working with children for many years and they still spark absolute delight and wonder into my life. With my roots in Portland over the years served at childcare faculties such as Campfire (PPS after school education program), Oak & Rose Preschool, Ready Set Grow (children's dance teacher) and Tryon...
Teal can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I have babysat and nannied for many people that I have met through friends and family. I am CAR certified by the Red Cross for adults and infants. I have older siblings all with younger children ages 3-13 that I have cared for.
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
As one of six children, I learned quickly how to entertain and interact with a variety of children at varying levels, under all kinds of circumstances. I've always loved working with children, and have had the opportunity to do so through 5 years working in classrooms (special ed, general ed, and preschool.) Also 2 years...
Drew can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am very motivated to work and share incredible moments with the kids. I am a responsible, friendly, caring, proactive, mature, communicative and enthusiastic person, you will be reassured and be completely sure that your children will be cared for and looked after
I like working with kids because I really enjoy playing and...
Rachel H.
Portland, OR
$22-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have over a year of full time experience working with children experiencing autism, and several years of experience with children in general! I am the oldest of 6 children, so taking care of little ones has always been a part of my life. I enjoy being active/staying busy. I love doing laundry and other cleaning tasks that...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Isabel C.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Isabel, I am 21 years old and I' ve worked with kids since I was 15 and I love it. Ive worked at a daycare for 3 years. I started off as a float (every classroom all ages) as the years went by I got promoted to be the preschool lead teacher. On my free time, I love to spend time with family and my pets. I love...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Jaime D.
Portland, OR
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I currently live in SE Portland and looking to help an amazing family. I have 7 years of experience working with children from ages 4 months to 12 years old. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry as well as school work. I recently graduated with my Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies. I have multiple...
Jaime can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Emily F.
Portland, OR
$40/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My play-based and child-led childcare approach is grounded in connection between child and caregiver and prioritizes social and emotional development and anti-bias perspectives. I strongly value behavioral guidance that is brain and nervous-system aligned and am passionate about not only seeing children for who they are...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Kristina. I live in SE Portland, near the Belmont/Laurelhurst area. I began taking care of others over 10 years ago! I've fostered kittens and puppies. I've worked in schools, skilled nursing facilities, and community centers.
I studied occupational therapy and became an occupational therapy assistant. I still...
Skills:
CPR
Hello, my name is Elizabeth and I don't really have much experience as a Nanny except a few years ago when I worked as live in helper to a family with a child with HDHD.
Even thought I don't have experience as a Nanny, I do have experience with Early Childhood Education as in the past 7 to 8 years I been working as a Teacher in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kelly O.
Portland, OR
$21-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello :) I am an empathetic, caring, compassionate, and creative 27-year-old. I have a BA in Dance and a Minor in Applied Psychology and I hope to go back to school one day for a certificate in non-profit management and a maters in Education! Currently I work administratively and as an educator for a small arts non-profit...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Have been taking care of seniors for over 10 years. I have compassion for the elderly and love helping them.
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
Amy P.
Portland, OR
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been kid-sitting since I was age 13 and I love working with kids. I am a very kind and funny person. Both of my parents are in the health care field and I have grown up with a strong sense of safety. I am currently going to school for health care at Portland Community College. My husband and I currently live in Milwaukie....
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Karina. I am a graduate from the University of Oregon. I have a passion for working with kids and I have been for the last 10+years. I was a lead infant teacher for a year at top child care school in Portland and have worked with the military working with children age 0-14 all over the world. The past 10 years...
Karina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a former elementary school teacher with a Master's degree in Elementary Education. I have worked with children for over 20 years, birth-12 years old, and love them all! I have a PhD in Holistic Nutrition and am passionate about children's health.
Jenny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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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 818 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 $20.36 per hour as of October 2024. 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 2024, 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 408 reviews of the 818 listed babysitters.