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855 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Laura L.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Laura and I am a mother of two, ages 10 and 5. I love being a mother and being around my children is what brings me the most joy. My family and I moved to Oregon about 3 years ago and we love it here. Now that my children are both in school for most of the day, I am looking to find a job where I can bring in some...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"We hired Laura when our nanny went on vacation. Laura was very punctual and easy to communicate with. She took care of our 2 kids (2 and 5yr old) very well. Kids loved her. We will hire Laura again."
Pulkit A.
Sydney E.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
***I am currently not seeking any employment opportunities at this time***
I apologize for the inconvenience
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Was prompt and professional and did a great job taking care of our 5 month old!"
Haithem T.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Andrea, and I'm incredibly passionate about working with children. My love for kids shines through in everything I do, whether it's crafting imaginative playtimes, embarking on outdoor adventures, or nurturing their growth and development. I believe that childhood is a time for joy, exploration, and learning,...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea put my mind at ease from Jump. She made sure she video chatted with me days before the booking. When she showed up my little one picked up on her great energy and my little one never cried when we left. Andrea even made sure I wasn't 2nd guessing how things...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am looking for a nanny job working for a great family! I have over 4 years of experience with nannying. I am moving back to the Kansas City area in November after being in Portland, OR for the past year! I am currently an online student at Oregon State University pursuing a bachelor of science degree! I look forward to...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Paige is an amazing babysitter. Very caring, responsible and trustworthy."
Trevor K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have 3 younger brothers whose ages are 20, 9, and 6. While in high school I helped care for my youngest brothers and have lots of experience caring for infants and young children. I was a 4-H camp counselor for 3 years and have experience with caring for children 9-12 years old in an outdoor education setting. I also have...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Lexi is great - dependable, communicative, flexible, and hugely helpful with everything from cleaning the kitchen to rearranging kids toys to pruning the garden to babysitting our kiddos. I'm sad she's moving out of town but would highly recommend her to anyone...
Paulina K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, outgoing, and caring.
I'm looking for a job that creates a safe space for employers, and is flexible with hours.
I started working with kids my freshman year of high school, where I used to work at a daycare every summer. In my senior year, I worked at an aikido dojo with children, and...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Natalia was very attentive and worked great with my son! He went on and on about how much fun it was to spend time with her! She was very professional in her interactions with me and I would highly recommend her!"
Ami O.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My bio/resume is available upon request. I teach and consult out of my NE Portland studio but I am also willing to commute to your location. I teach private and group piano, guitar and voice lessons. I also provide on-call childcare, respite care and family mentoring and support (with an emphasis on special needs).
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
3.0
"Not reliable. Canceled more nanny / babysitting sessions than she showed up for. She is helpful and good with kids, when she shows up but unfortunately you cannot rely on her to do so."
Amanda B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm a postpartum doula and former Health Equity & DEI Specialist available for a wide range of caretaking support.
About me:
- 10+ years of experience as a nanny, postpartum doula, and infant / toddler / preschool teacher in a Reggio Emilia setting
- First Aid & CPR + Food Handler's permit
- Reliable transportation +...
Raeana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Raeana has a very good way with both children and animals. She is kindhearted, dependable and responsible. She very capable & someone you can trust."
Stacy B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience working with children from 3 months to 5 years of age. I have worked at Child Care Center and Daycare center in Beaverton. I work at Portland Jewish Academy Monday through Friday, full-time so I can do Friday weeknights and the weekends. I love to interact, engage in activities, and have positive...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a nanny and artist living in SE Portland. I moved to Portland after graduate school in 2021, and have been nannying and making art here since. Most of my nanny experience is with ages 5 months - 2. 5y, but I have also volunteered at schools (preschool, elementary). It is imperative to me that your little ones have...
Madeleine can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddie is our nanny (2022) and our daughter adores her. Maddie is kind, considerate, and loving. I trust her with the most important person in my life. She is super responsive and pays close attention to our style. She adapts quickly and would be a great date night...
Rose N.
Paige M.
Portland, OR
$24/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience working with kids all ages from newborns-middle school, I have a big family with lots of kids around. I have two nephews and one niece ages 3, 5, and 5 I have spent a lot of time caring for them, I've spent nights taking care of them. I have worked with multiple families making sure school work is done...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very reliable and so patient with all 3 of my kids! Exceptional!"
Care member
Larissa P.
Portland, OR
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny With Certificates And Years Of Experience.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been working as a nanny for +10 years and I offer high quality care for little ones; furthermore, I believe is always a good time to learn more and for this reason I regularly take courses related to children and safety.
I'm familiar with RIE, Montessori and others but I'm also very respectful and open to learn...
Larissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Larissa is just fantastic! She is reliable, patient, and so sweet and the kids adore her. A very responsible and dependable young woman."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, and empathetic.
I love working with kids and hope to pursue a career in teaching to further that passion. I've always loved being around kiddos and it feels super rewarding to watch the littles grow and become their own people! :)
Ive been around kids my whole life, but...
Alexus can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alexis was very dependable on time, and she is very humble. she came through last minute. I would definitely hire her again."
Salma N.
Lauren O.
Portland, OR
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for many years. I have been a camp counselor, worked at an elementary school helping children learn how to read, as well as at the after school program. I also have been a full and part-time nanny. Most recently I was a full time toddler teacher at a licensed child care facility for a year. I am...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My very shy 6 month old connected with Lauren right away! She's very gentle and loving with him (it's clear she loves being around kids!). She's a clear communicator, very sweet, and easy to talk with."
Tina Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
An energetic, caring and supportive preschool teacher/nanny with more than 10 years of child care experience. Seeking an opportunity to apply my passion for early childhood learning on helping support children and stimulate their love of learning and creative expression.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bella was our number one sitter for many years, until she moved to Portland. She is mature enough to be highly dependable, but young enough to remember what it's like to be a kid, and plan fun activities accordingly. Once, when air quality in the Bay Area was so...
Sabrina S.
Allyson S.
Portland, OR
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am energetic, loving, and will take great care of your little buddies! I was a preschool teacher for a year and a half, nannying for multiple families prior. I am a full time psychology student and am First Aid and CPR certified. I have experience with children on the autism spectrum and am a Registered Behavior Technician....
Allyson can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Watched a couple kids raging in age from 8 months to 5yrs old. Kids loved her, they said she was entertaining. Happy kids happy mom! "
Adriana A.
Amanda P.
Portland, OR
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with infants, toddlers, school age and special needs children. I can help with other household tasks, pets, driving, etc. -- whatever you need!
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amanda was great. Punctual, followed all instructions, was flexible when our plans changed, and our two boys loved having her at the house."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
To date, I've been built a side-businesses in dance, environmental education for limited access youth and a Professional Mermaid, with reconnecting kids with imaginative creativity and the environment in mind. I can promise to have Homework worked on and children outside or mentally engaged without a screen 90% of the time. I...
Opal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"We had hired Opal to drive out children back from school and help us with some laundry! She has some amazing laundry folding skills! Opal was great to work with cheerful, bright."
Smitha C.
Amanda B.
Portland, OR
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10+ years of experience working with kids. As the oldest of 7 and also working with other families I'm confident working with all ages. I have experience working with kids . With my experience, I'm confident I can provide a safe space for your child.
I'm comfortable helping with light housework, laundry, and meal...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amanda is very responsive, interactive and punctual! We were very fortunate to have her help us :)"
Kelsey M.
5.0
(2)
For three years I have joyfully served and cared for children in a number of different settings, including: church nursery and child care, private homes, and city programs.
I am currently a student at Portland Bible College. Proud auntie of two toddles and two sweet babies and love taking care of little ones of all ages....
Sandy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I hired her to help my 6yr and 8yr old boys with homework while they were distance learning. She was patient, caring and really got through to them helping them understand the assignments. I would absolutely use her again for tutoring or babysitting and my boys...
Krystal T.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Laura L.
5.0
We hired Laura when our nanny went on vacation. Laura was very punctual and easy to communicate with. She took care of our 2 kids (2 and 5yr old) very well. Kids loved her. We will hire Laura again.
- Pulkit A.
Sydney E.
5.0
Was prompt and professional and did a great job taking care of our 5 month old!
- Haithem T.
Andrea G.
5.0
Andrea put my mind at ease from Jump. She made sure she video chatted with me days before the booking. When she showed up my little one picked up on her great energy and my little one never cried when we left. Andrea even made sure I wasn't 2nd guessing how things were going. She sent me text...
- Care member
Paige R.
5.0
Paige is an amazing babysitter. Very caring, responsible and trustworthy.
- Trevor K.
Alexis D.
5.0
Lexi is great - dependable, communicative, flexible, and hugely helpful with everything from cleaning the kitchen to rearranging kids toys to pruning the garden to babysitting our kiddos. I'm sad she's moving out of town but would highly recommend her to anyone else that could use a smart, reliable...
- Paulina K.
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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 855 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 $20.81 per hour as of February 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 855 listed babysitters.