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260 in home child care are listed in Portland, OR

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby in home child care is 6 years

In home child care in Portland, OR

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Tracy L.


Portland, OR

$16-20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tracy. I moved to Portland in November 2021 to care for my grandson from 4 months to 3 years of age. He's now enrolled in a Montessori preschool starting this week. I have extensive experience with children and was a Pediatric Nurse for 15 years working in a Pediatric regional hospital and emergency room. I...
Tracy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tracy has been watching our 2 children (4 year old boy and 13 month old girl) for about 2 months (40 hours/week). During that time, she has been wonderful and so flexible! She has always been early or on time, never once late. She is great with the kids, and they...

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Janna K.


Portland, OR

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Janna and I'm 25. I have always loved childcare and have plenty of babysitting experience. I was a Girl Scout for 13 years and volunteered for several Girl Scout summer camps so I know lots of fun songs, games, and crafts. I also helped my mom with her young Sunday school class for a few years during high school. I have...
Janna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Janna is a great up beat individual! My daughter absolutely loves her and calls her her best friend! Janna listens and asks questions when not sure! She is a keeper for life! :)"

Danielle J.

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Julana T.


Portland, OR

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Mama Of Three, Athlete, Artist And Teacher!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of three (15, 18, 19), and have been a teacher in both Portland Public schools and Beaverton school district, and I am also a performing artist. I resigned from teaching to be home more, but my main career now is singing and acting in the community, and I am in school Full-time towards a career in Holistic...
Julana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julana has been the best nanny our family could have found! She has been caring for our baby (7 months) with patience, kindness & flexibility for our schedule. She goes above & beyond by also house cleaning when our little one is napping. She sings songs to her in...

Jessica W.

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Tamarra R.


Portland, OR

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Postpartum Doula Available For Occasional Babysitting

I have been in childcare for over 20 years which has helped me find my passion in childcare and child development. I started my childcare career at a young age with a large family and four younger siblings. From the age of 15, I was babysitting for friends of my family and then later on working at a daycare. I have experience...
Tamarra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tamarra is a strong woman and especially passionate about where she directs her energy. She has a calming way about her that radiates much confidence. "

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Elizabeth S.


Portland, OR

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for kids of all ages. I've been working at summer camps since I was 14 years old and have continued to nanny and babysit ever since. I coach youth and high school sports during the Spring and love spending what ever time I can around kids. My Food Handlers permit, as well as CPR/AED/First Aid...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kiddos loved Elizabeth! She was easy going and played with them all day. My daughter asked when she could come back again. I look forward to hiring her again! She was great!"

Leigh G.

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Hillary S.


Portland, OR

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love working with children. I come from a large family, so have always been surrounded by children of various ages, and I began babysitting very young. I have worked as a nanny for two different families for three years. The children were aged 9 months, 3 years, 4 years, 6 years and 9 years. I provided basic care,...
Hillary can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was fabulous. Our rambunctious kid loved her. They read a ton of books together."

Alexander L.

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Kylene G.


Portland, OR

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

I am the mother of three wonderful kids who are now adults! My hobbies include sewing, reading and classic movies. I am positive and upbeat but I also like just sit and have a good chat. I have been providing daytime childcare in my home periodically for the last several years but now I am transitioning to evening childcare in...
Kylene can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She has watched my youngest 2 periodically for more than a year and has always been great. She is particularly skilled with small babies."

K D.

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Claire M.


Portland, OR

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Extraordinar

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Currently working nanny share m-f in SW Portland, available for coverage needs after 4 p.m. I grew up in a home-based daycare setting that my mom ran for 28 years & have been an aide for my mom's childcare for over 10 years. I have 2 autistic brothers & have respite care experience. I have babysat for countless cousins,...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Claire has cared for my son full-time for one year as part of a nannyshare with one other child, and it has been a wonderful experience for our family. Claire clearly loves what she does and is very gifted with kids. She is calm and patient, playing classical music...

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Stephanie K.


Portland, OR

$28-33/hr10 yrs exp

Perfect Nanny!

4.3

(9)

Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood

Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings. Home w/animals is OK. * Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered. Oregon PSW
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We live in Eugene and Stephanie watched our kids when we came up to Portland for an event and needed a sitter. She kept the kids engaged and did the nighttime routine with them."

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Kinsey H.


Portland, OR

$28-35/hr5 yrs exp

Mary Poppins Nanny

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.

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Kendall L.


Portland, OR

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm 29, graduated with a degree in political science in 2016. I was a full time nanny for about 5 years, and now I work in hospitality and try to nanny in a more part time role. Kids are so much fun and I feel like I learn just as much from them as they do from me. I love doing crafts and projects with them, and I...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My girls love Kendall! She is a great sitter, dependable and very friendly. "

Crystal R.

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Meghan R.


Portland, OR

$20/hr

Lover Of All Things Gentle

Hello, I'm a stay-at-home mom and part-time college student studying public health. I have a 6-month-old baby girl, so I know firsthand the love and care that goes into taking care of little ones. With my experience and nurturing nature, I'm here to provide a reliable and loving babysitting service for your precious children :)
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Meghan is very kindhearted and took excellent care of our little ones."

Kayla B.

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Christine H.


Portland, OR

$25-32/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

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Savannah A.


Portland, OR

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

All Fun With Savy The Sitter!

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I would love to help! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I am a very responsible & outgoing person. I have been babysitting my family and friends' families for years because I have always had a passion for children and animals. I love watching them solve problems in their own ways as well as...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savy was very helpful in helping deal with a last minute need for a sitter."

Matt B.

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Maddison D.


Portland, OR

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I've been professionally immersed in the world of child care for 7 years. With 5 years of full-time nannying and 2 years in education, I've cared for children aged 4 months to 18 years. As an Assistant Teacher and a Special Education Paraeducator, my journey has been rich with experiences. Currently, I provide full-time care for...
Maddison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very reliable and has always put taking care of others in front of herself. She is a blessing to any family she is welcomed into"

Linnea D.

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Zoe B.


Portland, OR

$22-27/hr6 yrs exp

Former Au Pair Who Loves Arts And Crafts!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Zoe and I am 24 years old. I recently graduated from Lewis and Clark College. I am from North Carolina but have found a second home in the Pacific Northwest. In terms of experience I was a live in nanny in France for a family of four. I took care of two kids aged 12 and 14. I have also nannied for families in Portland!...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Zoe did a great job with our toddler for a date night! He hasn't had a lot of sitters but she helped him feel comfortable with the transition and have fun before getting ready for bed and he was sound asleep when we got home and in great spirits the next morning....

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Nell C.


Portland, OR

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Caretaker

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, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nell is wonderful! Our daughter loved her. Super friendly, positive attitude, helpful, and reliable. Highly recommend!"

Graham R.

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Alexandra M.


Portland, OR

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Awesome sitter! Our kids adored her and she went the extra mile to meet our family's needs"

Charlie M.

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Nicola B.


Portland, OR

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Date Nigh Nanny & In-home Personal Trainer

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello wonderful families! My name is Nicki and work as a part-time/date nanny. I hold a Kinesiology degree from University. I moved back to my hometown of Portland, Oregon to work as a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. To supplement my work as a trainer, I work as a nanny! I have over 7 years of professional experience working...
Nicola can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Beverly H.


Portland, OR

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Auntie To Help Your Kids When You're Not Home

In 2018 I retired from a wonderful career as a Health Unit Coordinator at Providence Portland ER. I have enjoyed the break from ambulances and triage and am now looking forward to the opportunity to work with children. I previously worked in a group home with special needs children, and I raised my amazing 33-year-old daughter...
Beverly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Portland, OR

Tracy L.

5.0

Tracy has been watching our 2 children (4 year old boy and 13 month old girl) for about 2 months (40 hours/week). During that time, she has been wonderful and so flexible! She has always been early or on time, never once late. She is great with the kids, and they really love her. Our son loves...

- Care member

Janna K.

5.0

Janna has watched my two kids for 20+ hours/wk for the last 6 months. She has been awesome and my kids love her. They are 2 and 4 and Janna has taken them on tons of excursions. Janna called in sick only once and she was actually in the hospital. She is very dependable and enjoys being around kids....

- Marie H.

Julana T.

5.0

Julana has been the best nanny our family could have found! She has been caring for our baby (7 months) with patience, kindness & flexibility for our schedule. She goes above & beyond by also house cleaning when our little one is napping. She sings songs to her in Spanish, plays with her and rarely,...

- Jessica W.

Tamarra R.

5.0

Tamarra is a one of a kind! She has been a blessing to our lives and the lives of my kiddos. Her energy is infectious and my kids LOVE her. Don't be fooled though as she sets clear and appropriate expectations for my kids that help them feel safe and secure. I don't trust my kids with many people...

- Anna J.

Elizabeth S.

5.0

My kiddos loved Elizabeth! She was easy going and played with them all day. My daughter asked when she could come back again. I look forward to hiring her again! She was great!

- Leigh G.

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Average Rating4.9 / 5

In Home Child Care in Portland, OR are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 156 reviews of the 260 listed in home child care.