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840 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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Paige. I have been an elementary school teacher for 10 years, but next year I am planning to stay home with my new baby. While I am home I am looking to provide child care for another family during the day. This care would start in August or 2025. Please message me if you are interested in meeting to see if...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Paige is fantastic! Very professional and personable. We hired her as a summer nanny for our 7 year old who is high functioning autistic. She has designed and implemented a distance learning academic schedule to keep her skill development for reading, writing and...
Pam K.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Liv.
I'm a passionate and experienced nanny with a strong background in childcare. With over 10 years of experience, I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages, from tiny infants to energetic preschoolers.
I'm particularly skilled in infant care, having spent 2 years nurturing little ones...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Olivia was only with our family for a short time but it was such a joy to have her care for our infant child. She is kind, caring, attentive and just an all around sweet and thoughtful person. Great with babies and I imagine with children of all ages. We would...
Marissa L.
Lisa S.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am currently working with children with disabilities so I am current on my First Aid and CPR certifications, and have passed all of my state-mandated background checks. I also have trainings in Oregon's Positive Intervention System, and am currently taking a class in Cooperative Problem Solving for caretakers of children. I...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Extremely trustworthy , diligent, can do attitude."
Khristi L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dedicated nanny and committed to creating a nurturing and safe environment for kids. I'm all about fostering independence, encouraging good manners, and sticking to routines that help kids develop healthy habits.
Plus, I raised my own kids-including twins-so I definitely know a thing or two about juggling it all! I...
Liz can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz was a great! She is thoughtful and has a positive upbeat attitude - and most importantly, she was fantastic with my kids. "
Thomas Y.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I absolutely love spending time with children. I have over a decade of experience caring for youth, especially infants and toddlers. My background is in working with special needs children and studying behavioral therapy. I am also a mother and have CPR, first Aid and Child Safety training. Please feel free to reach out and...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was honestly amazing. I needed a pet errand and she completed it so seamlessly it relieved a huge amount of stress off of me! Without her, I probably would've had to fly back home just to get my pup and bring him to another sitter but thanks to her help I was...
Serenity T.
Amanda W.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Amanda, a prior daycare teacher with 8 years of childcare experience. I am CPR certified and registered on the Oregon background registry. I love children of all ages and have worked with children 3 mo to 12 yrs. I am vaccinated against COVID-19. Hope to hear from you!
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is a responsible and respectful worker. She has always taken great care of my animals when I'm away. She keeps me updated with how my animals are doing and sends lots of cute pictures of them. I would highly recommend Amanda for pet care."
Katie S.
Hi, my name is Skye, and I'm a kind, reliable, and experienced caregiver with a passion for working with children. Growing up in a big family as the oldest of six siblings, I've spent countless hours helping with everything from diaper changes to homework. Those experiences taught me patience, creativity, and the importance of...
Skye can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm a natural nurturer, loving, caring, energetic nanny, experienced with children of all ages, looking for a new family preferably in the NE area.
I enjoy working with children, helping them with homework, organizing playtime, engaging them with crafts, going on walks, preparing healthy meals, and overall contributing...
Edith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am an attentive childcare provider who has over a year of care for children who are as young as 6 months old to children who are 5 years old. I can help with children who are sick, do house cleaning, do pet care, and cook healthy meals for the children. I aim to be a positive role model focused on supporting the children's...
Mattea can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Mitchee L.
Portland, OR
$10-15/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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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...
hello there fellow "super-parents" my names Arianna and I'm 26 years old, I'm a mom myself of a toddler and I definitely understand the struggle of finding the perfect fit for your child so I'm a be brief and to the point.
I have experience in daycares some would say my patience is out of this world but this kids are so worth...
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Maria O.
Portland, OR
$15-30/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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm Eva. I'm a senior in high school and am heading to college next fall. I am warmhearted, fun, and have extensive experience handing kids. With three younger sisters and experience overseeing children at events, I've developed the skills needed to ensure their safety and well-being.
Though my formal babysitting...
Madeline B.
Portland, OR
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker/Nanny Looking Families That Need A Part-time/full Time Sitter
I am a caregiver with over 13 years of experience, holding a Master's degree in Social Work. My background includes roles as a nanny, babysitter, and social worker, with expertise in child development, social-emotional learning, child behavioral and mental health, trauma-informed care, and play therapy. During my undergraduate...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Aubrey L.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Full Time Mom To An Infant Looking For A Family Who Needs Child Care On A Weekly Basis.
Hi my name is Aubrey. Recently I welcomed a new baby boy into the world. He was born on March, 2023 and is such a joy in my life. Currently I am a stay at home mom but I am eager to begin working again. I am looking for a job where I can be with my son for his first few years of life and I think that nannying will be the right...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Paige V.
5.0
Paige is fantastic! Very professional and personable. We hired her as a summer nanny for our 7 year old who is high functioning autistic. She has designed and implemented a distance learning academic schedule to keep her skill development for reading, writing and math. Additionally she is building...
- Pam K.
Olivia F.
4.0
Olivia was only with our family for a short time but it was such a joy to have her care for our infant child. She is kind, caring, attentive and just an all around sweet and thoughtful person. Great with babies and I imagine with children of all ages. We would definitely recommend her for your...
- Marissa L.
Lisa S.
5.0
Extremely trustworthy , diligent, can do attitude.
- Khristi L.
Liz T.
5.0
Liz was a great! She is thoughtful and has a positive upbeat attitude - and most importantly, she was fantastic with my kids.
- Thomas Y.
Jasmine H.
5.0
Amazing mother!
Jasmine is a loving mother to her child and our baby. She gave me the trust I needed to focus on my meetings while she took care of my child.
- Niejah W.
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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 840 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 $20.32 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 343 reviews of the 840 listed babysitters.