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Find babysitters in Portland, OR that you’ll love
817 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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am graduating from PSU in June with a Bachelor's degree in speech & hearing sciences, and am passionate about pursuing a career in speech pathology.
I have experience with kids of all ages, but my professional childcare experience has mostly been in preschools - I absolutely adore the 3-5 age group! I have also worked with...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I've been babysitting ever since I was about 10 years old and since then have been sitting for many different families with children of all different ages. I've cared for infants, toddlers, and elementary school ages. I was a counselor at a day camp for children ages 6-12 for 5 summers, and most recently nannied for a family...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have had 4 years of nannying experience with kids ranging from 6 years up through 11 years old. I have also worked with individuals with disabilities of varying ages from Primary school age children to adults.
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
I am a current graduate student at Eastern Washington University on the Spokane Campus. I'm in the process of earning my masters in speech-language pathology to become a speech therapist. I'm looking for occasional babysitting opportunities, primarily in the evenings.
I have extensive experience working with...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Ashley V.
Portland, OR
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm an experienced and passionate childcare provider with six years of experience. I've been drawn to nurturing children's growth and development since I was a teen, and I have a graduate degree that supports my passion.
As a caregiver, I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly. I love playing outdoor sports,...
Mitchee L.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am currently a student at the University of Portland, so babysitting and care-giving isn't my specific area of expertise. But, I have quite a bit of experience to be honest and would seriously enjoy and love to work more with children. I have taken care of 1-year-old twins and their 2-year-old brother for the duration of their...
Mitchee can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello, I'm Emma, a caregiver with over 20 years of experience in childcare and babysitting. I'm passionate about child development and safety, constantly updating my CPR and first aid certifications. Alongside my caregiving, I've also worked as a swim instructor, honing my skills in aquatic childcare. From water safety to fun...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Ruby S.
Portland, OR
$27-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Hello parents and caregivers! My name is Ruby S. I am currently in a Masters program for Counseling & School Counseling. I have worked in school for the past 3 years (K-12) and before that nannying and babysitting. I will be a school counselor next year, so with that comes social and emotional skills. I am trained in child...
Nadia F.
Portland, OR
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Nadia - a fun, responsible, and caring babysitter here to make your weekends stress-free!
As a California native and proud college graduate, I've brought my sunny attitude and can-do spirit to Portland, where I now manage a staffing agency full-time. While I love my job, I also have a passion for working with kids...
Nadia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Bekah W.
Portland, OR
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
regularly babysits my baby cousins. I am working towards a career abroad teaching elementary students English. I would like to spend more time with the little ones. I'm naturally very nurturing and strive to take care of the people in my life. I can adapt to your desires for your children whether you want us to spend more time...
Candelaria H.
Portland, OR
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love the unique opportunity that childcare provides to make a positive and lasting impact on young lives. With three years of experience as a babysitter, I've discovered my passion for nurturing and educating children. I'm patient, calm, and always ready to let my creativity and imagination shine. My friendly and approachable...
Hi! My name is Vanessa and I am a student at Reed College (studying psychology with a focus in child development). Fun fact! I have been babysitting for 6 years! Before moving to Oregon I was a gymnastics coach for children ages 3-14 (for 4 years). I also nannied for a year during that time. When babysitting I enjoy partaking in...
I have a variety of experience working with children, which has allowed me to gain so many tools for their care and enrichment.
I've worked as a preschool teacher, children's entertainer (attending birthday celebrations as a fairy princess--complete with face painting!), a day care worker play room, a summer camp counselor...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Maria O.
Portland, OR
$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Since a young age I knew I had a passion for caring for little minds, so since I was young I've been babysitting and taking classes to better educate myself on children of most ages. I would love to go back to school and still get a better education towards child development and education. On another subject, I love pets,...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shabrea C.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Brea , I'm a high school graduate with 10+ years experience in babysitting/ teaching in the early childhood field and I am CPR certified! I'm 24 and I have experience with infants, toddlers, and k-6. I was an infant and toddler teacher in a daycare/preschool setting for 2 years, and have been a nanny for 3 years now. I...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Valentine R.
Portland, OR
$27-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing and educating children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to care for and positively impact young lives.
Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I believe in fostering a safe and...
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hello! My name's Evelyn. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old, which is when I was American Red Cross Babysitter certified. Since then I've babysat kids between the ages of 6 months and 11 years. In my sophomore year of High School I was awarded an internship in a kindergarten classroom at the Children's Garden...
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hey!
My name is Andy and I am 18 years old. I have been babysitting for others since I was 11, as well as taking care of my many siblings and cousins for years. I am currently a outdoor educator for Trackers. As well as many weeks of volunteer work for outdoors school! I also am very passionate about theater:)
I am very...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Pricilla G.
Portland, OR
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I discovered my passion for caring for children during my previous babysitting jobs, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. My goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of children while supporting families by providing a reliable childcare option.
I would describe myself as a patient, calm, and friendly...
Hannah G.
Portland, OR
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Hannah And I Can't Wait To Get To Know You And Your Kiddos!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Im Hannah and I'm so excited to get to know you and your kiddos! I'm currently working at luna's ice cream and looking for a full time position in childcare. I have my availability listed on my profile but I am very flexible and can accommodate to your schedule.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, reliable
I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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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 817 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 $20.95 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 497 reviews of the 817 listed babysitters.