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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
Casadie K.
Portland, OR
$21-24/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Casadie! I have four years of experience in childcare and have worked most recently in daycares for the ages 6 months to 11yrs, and at a sleep-away summer camp for ages 6yrs - 16yrs.
Working in childcare and creating safe, fun, and happy environments for kids is one of my biggest passions in life. Getting on...
Casadie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Did so good with the kids! My 4 year old can’t wait to play dress up again! Thanks Casadie!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience working with all ages of children and adults, including as an Au Pair, Assistant Preschool teacher, Teacher, and Camp Counselor. I also have senior and pet care experience. I am friendly, reliable, and hard-working, so please contact me if you want to learn more!
Mollee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mollee was a great babysitter. Communicative, experienced, and very patient with our 3mo old. We were just visiting Portland, but wish we could hire her again in the future. "
Care member
Victoria M.
Portland, OR
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tori! I am a mom in my early 30's and have a bachelor's in Sociology.
While caring for kids, I love to lead arts and craft projects, play, have dance parties, bake cookies, adventure outdoors, and read.
I prioritize the childrens safety and happiness. I typically offer them some ideas of things we could do and let...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Tori is amazing! She was very sweet with my son and is very knowledgeable about how to take care of children. I can have fun while I'm out and not worry as I'm assured she is there for my son. She also sends adorable pics while she babysits and is great with...
Merissa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have over 12 years of experience working as a nanny and household manager and love it. I am new to the area and I am currently looking for a part-time position.
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"She is a warm and wonderful person, it's a pleasure to know her and I'm glad I was able to have her watch my 7month old son. She is very caring and sensitive to the needs of the baby and creates a happy/fun environment which babies love. She is proactive and her...
Radhika D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a CA native and have lived my adult life as a nomad with a heart for humanity. I am highly skilled with infants to toddlers promoting safe spaces, light hearted play, healthy boundaries and energetic soothing. These branch to all ages as I've worked closely with adolescence-young adults as a guide and counselor in...
5.0
"Kinsey changed our lives! Her gentle, take charge and creative nature had us at ease immediately. Our 4 month old daughter felt so safe with Kinsey and connected with her quickly!
From her beautiful meals and intuitive energy to her cleaning practices - we would...
Kaylynn C.
Katherine G.
Portland, OR
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a nanny, I am passionate about providing an enriching and stimulating environment for children to thrive in. I am an experienced and reliable sitter in Portland, Oregon. My main goal is to ensure that children are happy and comfortable in my care. I am comfortable with light housekeeping, running errands, and assisting with...
5.0
"I truly recommend Katherine! she is calm creative, patience, kind and responsible. Always willing to help and enjoys being around kids. Also she speaks English and Spanish which is a plus, always on time. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My mission as a caregiver is to provide support, connection, respectful communication, and a sense of playfulness. It is my role to provide an example in effectively communicating my emotions and healthy boundaries, and guide children to learn to do the same. I hold a B. A. in Psychology, which focused on Child and Human...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Nina was so wonderful! It was our first time leaving our baby with someone other than family and Nina instantly put us at ease. She was so patient and engaging with our little one and we were able to enjoy a fun evening out! Thank you Nina!"
James M.
Adriana M.
Portland, OR
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. About 10 years of experience workings with kids of all ages. My last job was working with kids ages 2-5 while also coaching a girls high school team. I am comfortable taking care of any age group. I am a big sister to 5 kids so I am well experienced working with kids...
Adriana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
4.0
"She was kind and patient with my son. He cried when I left and she picked him up and held him and distracted him."
Abbie W.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Savannah I am a ceramic artist and a part time art teacher at Art Center At Ambler looking for extra work. I have worked at a Jewish day camp as a summer camp counselor in 2016. I was responsible for 16 kids. we did team building activities and projects. I worked as an after school nanny for 3 lovely kids the year...
Savannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah is a very responsible and caring person. She does an amazing job taking care of my daughter’s daily chores, along with adding lots of fun play ideas to their day together. She has become best friends with my 2 yo, who misses her when she isn’t around.
She...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a certified birth and postpartum doula with a focus on childbirth education and lactation.
Hobbies -
I'm an oil and gouache painter and recently taught myself how hand embroidery. I also enjoy gardening, canning and cooking. Any free chance I get, I'm usually reading on a porch or exploring in the mountains. My...
Celina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Celina was a wonderfully charismatic babysitter for our three girls (11, 9 and 6). She was willing to be active with them and engage in imaginative play. I am a parent educator and am a self-proclaimed "babysitter snob". I have very high standards for the care...
JJ B.
Jasmine P.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
When I was in high school I worked for the park and recreational department. There I supervised children 5-13. I was there for two summers while in high school. There I planned daily activities and special events for my park. The activities included arts and crafts, cooking, and games. Special events I put on for my park...
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine has been great with my 17 month old twin boys. She is sweet, caring and always on time, if not early. My boys seem to have fun with Jasmine and they are always in a happy mood when I get home. "
Lindsey S.
Allison M.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Charismatic, And Fun-loving Caregiver Ready To Play!
5.0
(2)
I'm frequently described as attentive, conscientious, charismatic, and passionate, and I love engaging children, particularly infants and toddlers. Connecting with that age group in particular has always come very naturally to me, and I'm currently an infants teacher at a KinderCare in Portland. I'm looking for a second job to...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Allison is a a very bright and loving person. She loves children and children love her. Children are drawn to her energy, joy, and creativity… where Allison is, there will be music and laughter ❤️ She is dependable
and I promise that your child will be happy...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren. I am a lover of nature and art! I had my own jewelry business for 3 years and currently have my own photography business. I also love to play with clay, collaging, sewing and I always seem to be exploring something new! I enjoy getting outside whenever possible, whether thats camping, hiking, road...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren did a great job babysitting my son. She was fantastic with my son and was able to immediately make him feel comfortable. She was punctual, friendly and professional. I was very impressed by Lauren and would highly recommend her for babysitting."
Julia O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Madison and I am 26 years old. Since this bio has to be brief, I will quickly give you some of my history working with children. I worked at a daycare as the Assistant Managing Director for 4 years, specializing in all classrooms (infants, wobblers, toddlers, jr. preschool, preschool, pre-k,...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Madison has been a wonderful addition to our lives over the last year. Her gentle, creative, and nurturing personality have been exactly what our infant needed. She is a self starter and does little things for us to offer a helping hand while our baby naps. She...
Nicole S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun, flexible, and patient caregiver who has been working with kids ages 3-18 for the last 8 years. I have worked with youth in a variety of settings such as in schools, group homes, and on wilderness expeditions. I have a wide range of knowledge and love to create learning adventures and fun projects. I also have...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Christine is fun, engaging, punctual, and always maintains clear communication. She has been caring for my two young kids for the past year and we are so grateful for her. She has helped us navigate positive behavioral changes and always communicates with our kids...
Mikaela F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a 28-year-old female that just moved to the Portland area from the east coast. I'm looking for a job to make some income during my enrollment in an accelerated nursing program. I have provided care for multiple families as well as in clinical settings. I have assisted with care routines, bathing , medications,...
Nell can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed a handful of people on care.com and the reason why I chose Nell, was because she had the most wonderful, enthusiastic personality and told me all about her experiences and actually wanted to work, when so many others didn’t seem interested or...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I began working in childcare at a school where I stayed at for 7 years. I primarily worked as the lead teacher with ages 2-4. I have since gained multiple years of experience with school aged children through various roles as well as many years on care. com! I am comfortable with all ages and have references upon...
Kinsey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kinsey was lovely! Super communicative and great with our son, as well as our pets!"
Megan J.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Aydia and I am 23 years old. I have over 8 years of childcare experience working with three families as full time nanny's with kids of all ages. I primarily focus on and have the most experience with infants and toddlers, I also have experience working with twins and children with special needs. I am trained...
Aydia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aydia was wonderful taking care of my boys, one nonverbal with autism. I highly recommend her."
Alia S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Cindy. I graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology. I currently have my CNA license and work in the ER at Good Samaritan. I always light up with joy around kids. Their creativity and positive attitudes are fascinating to me. I enjoy finding creative ways to keep kids off...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I three kids and my twins have adhd and you really have to have patience which them. She was very patience and kept them entertained and busy"
Shawntel R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!
My name is Morgan and I am looking for a wonderful family to help out!
With 10 years of experience under my belt, I have taken care of children from infancy to adolescence with ranging abilities and special needs.
As your nanny, my main priority is to maintain a safe, nurturing, environment for your kid(s) to be...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great communication. Did wonderful with our two little ones. Will book again"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Casadie K.
5.0
Casadie had been great with our 1 year old daughter! She was kind and caring and we loved having her with our daughter! Definitely recommend her.
- Care member
Mollee O.
5.0
Mollee was a great babysitter. Communicative, experienced, and very patient with our 3mo old. We were just visiting Portland, but wish we could hire her again in the future.
- Care member
Victoria M.
5.0
Tori is amazing! She was very sweet with my son and is very knowledgeable about how to take care of children. I can have fun while I'm out and not worry as I'm assured she is there for my son. She also sends adorable pics while she babysits and is great with animals!
- Merissa C.
Michelle G.
5.0
She is a warm and wonderful person, it's a pleasure to know her and I'm glad I was able to have her watch my 7month old son. She is very caring and sensitive to the needs of the baby and creates a happy/fun environment which babies love. She is proactive and her unique skills & experience makes her...
- Radhika D.
Kinsey H.
5.0
Kinsey has been such a blessing to our family. She’s warm, friendly, reliable and a great communicator. This is our first experience with a nanny/sitter that’s not family and she has gone above and beyond to make us feel comforted. Aside from giving our ten month old a lot of attention with walks...
- Care member
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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.