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2,232 child care providers are listed in Portland, OR

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Portland, OR

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Maria M.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

10+ Years Of Experience In ECE. Looking For Full-Time And Part Time Jobs. Available On Weeknights.

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a happy person but children add much more happiness to my life! I'm respectful, responsible and reliable. Caring for children has been a job and passion of mine since I was a teenager. In 2011, I graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Activities that I enjoy doing with children...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Maria for caring our twin boys when they were 10 months old. My wife was very specific on the needs and the requirement and we almost interviewed 10-12 care givers in the process. When we tried Maria day 1 she left great impression on us and kids. Kids...

Neetha G.

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Gabrielle E.


Portland, OR

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked professionally as a nanny for over 18 years. I am Infant and Adult CPR and First Aid/AED certified. I have a lot of experience with first time parents, infants, toddlers, multiples, and I also have eight years experience with differently abled kiddos (Autism spectrum and epilepsy). I love the outdoors, fort...
Gabrielle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"The kids love her, she is very committed to us and the other families with whom she's worked. She has become our friend."

Nora L.

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Larissa P.


Portland, OR

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny With Certificates And Years Of Experience.

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, craft assistance, light cleaning
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."

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Talia K.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking Open, Loving Family For Babysitting/Date Nights!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother who is getting back into the workforce after being home with my daughter for the last 10 years. Before becoming a mother, I was a nanny for 20+ years. I have been a nanny, caregiver, teacher's aide, para educator, babysitter, and now I am a full time mom! I have two college degrees, one in Child Development and...
Talia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Talia came into our lives when my daughter was 6 week old. My husband and I work crazy full time jobs and Talia raised our daughter for up to 10-11 hours a day. She takes pleasure in making sure that the child is well groomed and clean (hair, nails, ears, toenail...

Julie L.

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Elena A.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've nannying for over 15 years and have had the pleasure of working long term for several amazing families, with children ranging from new born to teenagers, as well as a family with special needs. When it comes to child care I have experience with it all and feel incredibly comfortable and competent caring for a child and...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elena has been nannying for my 9 and 11 year old daughters since Fall of 2020 and has been amazing! She engages and interacts with the girls and they absolutely love her. She is super dependable and honest which I really appreciate. She has also helped with...

Jana H.

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Erin F.


Portland, OR

$24-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Thanks for taking the time to look my profile over! I'm a hard-working 26-year-old. I have been working with kids for a long time now. I have a passion for taking care of children. I am an artist and love to do crafts and other fun things with the children I care for. I am an outdoor enthusiast, which is why I moved to the...
Erin can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Aspen is an A+ dependable babysitter. They were punctual and my child loved the time they spent with Aspen. We will definitely be hiring them again!"

Arsalan C.

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Dechen Y.


Portland, OR

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable, Responsible, And Fun Sitter Who Loves Kids!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Dechen. I am a recent grad from Boston College, graduating with a BS in Neuroscience and a minor in Spanish! I just moved home to Portland after living in Boston this past year and I will be attending PA school starting January 2025. While I am home I am looking for part time/occasional/ date night babysitting...
Dechen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Dechen is wonderful. She was reliable and punctual. She was flexible with our schedules (2 working parents) and she was available for extra babysitting outside of our set schedule. She was trustworthy and very helpful during some challenging times. Our kids loved...

Katherine T.

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Mary A.


Portland, OR

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider, my passion for nurturing and educating children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I find immense joy in making a positive impact on their lives and supporting families by providing reliable care. My approach to childcare is rooted in patience, creativity, and a friendly...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Mary as the au pair for my three children, ages 1, 3, and 5, for a period of four months. During her time with us, Mary demonstrated exceptional caregiving skills and quickly became a valued member of our household. Mary excelled in...

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Cailyn B.


Portland, OR

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Cailyn! I have had experience working in a day care environment, as a nanny, and as a household manager or family assistant. After graduating with my Associates Degree, I moved to Florida to explore after being born and raised in Portland. I love yoga, paddle boarding, hiking, and creating art projects! I...
Cailyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Cailyn is very sweet and caring. She took great care of our boys; 18 months old and 3 years old. My kids love her and always happy to see her. She always help organize my toys and keep the kitchen area clean. She is someone you can trust to watch your kids. I...

Daniel C.

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Claire G.


Portland, OR

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Claire, UofSC graduate originally from the DC area! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I also have been a lifeguard for 4 years and am Red Cross certified. I have experience working at children's camps and nursery's and work well with all ages! I also have experience helping children with online learning.
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Claire was great with our 4 and almost one year old! Definitely looking forward to having her babysit again!"

Allison F.

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Andrea G.


Portland, OR

$28/hr4 yrs exp

Learn A Little Bit About Me.

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: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.

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Alexis D.


Portland, OR

$16-35/hr5 yrs exp

Oldest Daughter Of 5

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am looking for work as I transition out of college and into the health care work field. I have a niece and nephew of my own that I love and care for. I am a very clean, organized, and attentive person who enjoys caring for other. I can cook, clean, nanny and drive if needed. I would love the opportunity to grow my...
Selah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Selah was pleasant, punctual, and engaging. My kids adore her! I highly recommend her as a sitter."

Candin G.

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Natalia H.


Portland, OR

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Somethings To Know About Me!

Hired by 2 families 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, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Maya H.


Portland, OR

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Female College Student Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Maya and I am an Accounting major going into my final year of college at Oregon State University. My nanny experience includes 4. 5 months of care for a 1. 5 and 3-year-old as well as spending several months prior nannying for a 2-year-old boy. Previous work has included kids from ages 2-7 years old with two years...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Maya was amazing with our dog! She house and dog sat for us for a week and was so wonderful. Super thoughtful with updates and pictures on walks with our pup. Our dog can be a bit shy/anxious, and Maya was so caring and patient with her while she warmed up. We’d...

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Child care centers in Portland, OR

Trina's Learning Center

Trina's Learning Center

849 NE Sumner, Portland, OR


WOW AND FLUTTERVILLE GLOBAL PLAYGARDEN

WOW AND FLUTTERVILLE GLOBAL PLAYGARDEN

8722 SE 17TH AVE, PORTLAND, OR

Starting at $1952/mo

Our Philosophy: We believe our children will save the world. Children have a limitless capacity for compassion, gratitude, and open-mindedness. The care we provide helps them keep these gifts close and carry them throughout their lives. Wow and Flutterville offers Waldorf-inspired care for children...

Pea Pod

Pea Pod

5441 SE Belmont Street, Portland, OR

We are a non-profit that runs a family cooperative playschool program for children 18 months to 3.5 years old. Our mission is to empower families with resources, such as parenting workshops and social opportunities, and to build community among our participating families. Our playschool focuses on...

The Orca Pod

The Orca Pod

6315 North Curtis Ave, Portland, OR

The Orca Pod is a small in-house childcare. We happily spend our days together exploring the arts and nature, playing, and appreciating our community. The vision for our pod is to create a peaceful, respectful, and loving pod that grows together.

Growing Seeds Irvington

Growing Seeds Irvington

2808 NE MLK JR BLVD, Portland, OR

Our mission is providing families, children and staff a learning community in which all participants develop through a spiral dance of observation, inquiry, reflection and documentation. We create an intentional environment where each participant is respected as a responsible contributing member in...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Portland, OR

Maria M.

5.0

Mari took wonderful care of our daughter from 3 months through 22 months of age. As new parents, we felt comfortable with Mari taking care of our daughter as she is both nurturing and capable. She was communicative with us through daily updates and by asking questions as our baby grew into a very...

- Julie C.

Gabrielle E.

5.0

The kids love her, she is very committed to us and the other families with whom she's worked. She has become our friend.

- Nora L.

Larissa P.

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

Talia K.

5.0

Talia came into our lives when my daughter was 6 week old. My husband and I work crazy full time jobs and Talia raised our daughter for up to 10-11 hours a day. She takes pleasure in making sure that the child is well groomed and clean (hair, nails, ears, toenail polish! etc.). The house was always...

- Julie L.

Elena A.

5.0

We have had Elena as a nanny for our 2 children (Ages 1 and 3) for a year and a half. When Elena first started, my son was just an infant, and we'd previously had my mother in law helping with all childcare, so I was super anxious about trying someone knew from outside of our own family. Elena...

- April A.

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Ratings for Portland, OR child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Child Care Providers in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,017 reviews of the 2,232 listed child care providers.