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830 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Lauren H.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Lauren, I'm 24 years old. I started babysitting when I was 15 until I was 17 and then I was an assistant teacher at kinder care for over a year. I have experience with all ages from newborns to 10years old. As a nanny I like to do different things throughout the day such as going on walks, reading books,...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren has been our son's nanny for about 6 months now. She is a fantastic caregiver, I work from home and can hear her playing and interacting with our son all day long. She's great at following directions and is always on time. She's also really awesome at...
Rebecca B.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Leticia and I am a full time grad-school student. I've been babysitting on and off for about 10 years, but the majority of my experience is with youth 4-18 in a mental health care setting. I enjoy engaging in art activities and other creative outlets, but am really open to whatever it is that engages their...
Leticia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leticia is super friendly and very involved! Have booked with her a few times and my son loves doing fun activities with her. She is very punctual and reliable!"
Alexis B.
Saher K.
Portland, OR
$19-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun, Young Spirited Sitter That Can Make Something Out Of Nothing
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
"Hello families! I'm Saher, a compassionate and experienced babysitter with a heart full of love for little ones. With years of dedicated childcare expertise, I'm here to create a safe, nurturing, and fun-filled environment for your precious children. From imaginative play to educational activities, I tailor my approach to each...
Saher can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Saher was great with the kids, would hire again!"
Care member
Genna L.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've babysat for all ages from 4 months and up. I've been babysitting/nannying for 8 years now and am certified in CPR and have had lifeguard training. I've interned at an elementary school as well and have worked with special needs kids and helped with homework. I cook as well and can make the kids food.
Genna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Genna helped us out for a few months with childcare and pet sitting. She was very trustworthy and handled my kids and their moods well. Would definitely recommend her!"
Danielle T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved to San Diego to work as a nurse.
I only work three days a week, so I am often available for a couple days during the week and every other weekend.
I have degrees in Nursing, Biology and Psychology. I've
I have nannied for families and am still close with those families today. I love to do crafts, play...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Emily N.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently am in Portland State University's M. S. in Speech Language Pathology Program. I have worked as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant with autistic individuals for the past year. For the past three years I have worked in the field of ABA therapy ( behavioral therapy) as a Registered Behavioral Technician. I also...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was wonderful! She is full of energy, very sweet and fun. My kids are 2 and 5, she kept them entertained and engaged the whole time. They always ask when she is coming back. "
Kristy B.
Sophia R.
Portland, OR
$50-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Please see tutoring profile. Due to high tutoring demand, I am not available for nannying/babysitting.
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have three very high energy children 4, 8, and 10. I had the pleasure of having Sophie babysit my children on multiple occasions. My children consider her as part of our family and they relate well. She offers a great balance of discipline and fun for the kids. I...
Rain J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a full-time nanny, but have some evening, Friday, and weekend availability for one-time jobs.
I have over 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of environments - including at a nature-based preschool, a summer camp, tutoring middle schoolers, teaching an after-school STEM curriculum,...
Georgia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have hired Georgia to look after our nine year old and dog several times. She is punctual, compassionate, caring and thoughtful in her care. Georgia is highly recommended!!!"
Leslie D.
Alexandra M.
Portland, OR
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I grew up in South Florida and recently graduated college at Washington University in St. Louis where I studied biology. I am currently back home looking for nanny and babysitting positions before going to medical school next year. I have been working with kids for over 3 years and specifically worked as a behavioral health...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Best sitter!! She is so sweet and caring"
Stephanie B.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, 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.
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, 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.
Sydney E.
Portland, OR
$10-15/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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was prompt and professional and did a great job taking care of our 5 month old!"
Haithem T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 13 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
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
5.0
"My two young girls have loved their time with Michelle. She has a warm, loving personality that immediately put them at ease. I found Michelle to be a very professional with excellent communication."
John G.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea cared for our 3 year old daughter (it was our first time being away from her) over the weekend and did a wonderful job. She was very lovely from our first to last interaction. She made sure to send constant updates, and made us feel reassured that our...
Noah M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a nanny and mixed media 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). I'm looking for work on the east side. I...
Madeleine can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, 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
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, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Paige is an amazing babysitter. Very caring, responsible and trustworthy."
Trevor K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Lauren H.
5.0
Lauren has been our son's nanny for about 6 months now. She is a fantastic caregiver, I work from home and can hear her playing and interacting with our son all day long. She's great at following directions and is always on time. She's also really awesome at communicating any changes in schedule,...
- Rebecca B.
Leticia F.
5.0
Leticia is super friendly and very involved! Have booked with her a few times and my son loves doing fun activities with her. She is very punctual and reliable!
- Alexis B.
Saher K.
5.0
Saher is a punctual, kind caregiver. My daughter had a great time! Saher gave me regular updates throughout the day.
- Heather C.
Genna L.
5.0
Genna helped us out for a few months with childcare and pet sitting. She was very trustworthy and handled my kids and their moods well. Would definitely recommend her!
- Danielle T.
Emily N.
5.0
Emily was wonderful! She is full of energy, very sweet and fun. My kids are 2 and 5, she kept them entertained and engaged the whole time. They always ask when she is coming back.
- Kristy B.
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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 830 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 $20.26 per hour as of November 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 376 reviews of the 830 listed babysitters.