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897 infant babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby infant babysitters is 6 years
Infant babysitters in Portland, OR
I have experience caring for children as a babysitter during my teenage years, where I developed a love for creating a safe and nurturing environment for kids. Additionally, as a mother who placed my baby for adoption, I've gained a deep understanding of the care, patience, and love that children need. Caring for a child is...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello!
I grew up in a family of 6 siblings and frequently babysat my younger brother growing up. I also worked at a kids soccer camp from age 11-18 while being the regular baby sitter for my childhood neighborhood. The last few years have been spent focusing on graduating college but when covid hit I moved to Southern California...
Brigette can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jasmine G.
Portland, OR
$17-22/hr
I am a middle child I have a younger brother I have little cousins and I used to have a babysitter that I would help care for her baby. Kids are fun and it's fun go watch them grow up and learn new things. I am aways respectful when talking to a child to try and correct bad behavior or calm a situation down.
Jasmine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mary. I have been baby-sitting and working with kids for about 5 years. I am willing to help with online learning, laundry, housekeeping, carpool, and much more. I can provide references upon request. I love playing with kids and pets. I am energetic, patient, caring, and fun. I would love to get to know your kids...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there! My name is Hope. I've been working in childcare for the past five years. I have experience working in a Montessori environment with ages 9 months - 6 years of age. I have experience taking care of animals as well as children, I don't have any dogs at the moment (I currently have two cats) but I grew up around dogs...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've always been a caregiver to children and pets, but I officially started working as a pet/housesitter in July of 2021. I became a nanny when my friend had a baby that August and needed help three days a week. Since then I've spent multiples days (months and now years) with humans as little as three months and as old as three...
Skills:
CPR
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts, making food, keeping up with school work and I also have some experience with infants. I have 7 siblings so I'm super comfortable with kids and love creating new activities to engage them. I want kids to enjoy their babysitter, like a play date with a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Haley. I am one of 8 kids in my family, placed right in the middle. Over the years I've babysat my 3 younger siblings from since they were born up until the age of 8 years. I'd care for them mainly during the summers during the work week from 7 a.m. to around 6 p.m. I've also baby sat here and there for some...
Kristina S.
Portland, OR
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a neonatal ICU nurse with 11 years of experience. With the looming strike at my hospital I am looking to secure work and help out a family on an as needed basis. I always used to babysit in high school and college, including jobs as a full time nanny over summer breaks. I have experience...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a recently graduated student with my MS in Speech Language Pathology. I just moved to Portland. My childcare experience outside of my degree includes working for a wonderful family for 5 years while getting my undergraduate at CU Boulder. They had two Elementary/Middle school aged boys. I also worked for a few months...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sanaa P.
Portland, OR
$16-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Im an 19-year-old who just graduated high school last summer. I have 7 siblings and a lot of cousins so I've helped raise kids my whole life. I love babies. I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I love reading listening to music, being outside and watching movies.
Sanaa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
As the oldest in my generation of our family, I was gifted the opportunity to become a mother's helper early on in life. I've raised three incredible children of my own, and always felt most comfortable nurturing babies and caring for children. As a midwife, I've continued my education and exposure has been rich with a variety...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Emma, I am currently studying psychology and neuroscience at the university of Portland! Ive been babysitting since 15 with my neighbors grandkids, and once I was able to drive it became my summer job! I've had plenty of experience with kids, from newborns to 10-year-olds. My first summer job was babysitting 4...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Mia T.
Portland, OR
$19-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hey I'm 27 years old. I have about 10 years in babysitting for my parents. I enjoy teaching but also learning from the children I babysit. I also provide cleaning, laundry, cooking as well as light housekeeping jobs.
I also have both personal and professional experience in caregiving for the elderly. I very much enjoy caring...
Mia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
I started working with kids when my baby brother was born, I was his primary caretaker whenever my mother was working or was busy at home. I grew up taking care of both my younger siblings and watching them and their friends around the home and town.
My skills include time management, patience and persistence.
Isabella B.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! I have been a huge animal lover for as long as I can remember and have always lived with animals in the house. I have a cat, Sansa, who is the light of my life and my best friend, so I know how important it is to make sure your fur babies are in the best hands possible. I have also lived with and cared for dogs my...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Ava M.
Portland, OR
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am an 19-year-old elementary education major who currently attends University of Portland. I have experience both baby-sitting as well as student teaching, so if your child needs academic help that could definitely be something we could discuss. I believe that a creative and fun environment is very important for kids to...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & 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.
Elena A.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible And Friendly Baby Sitter/Nanny- Flexible Hours!
4.9
(7)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Kayla L.
Portland, OR
$32/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm a registered nurse originally from Portland, OR. I have over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I've cared for children with complex needs as well as multiple children at once. I'm looking to integrate my love for children into my current schedule. I'd love to be a backup nanny or date night...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful! She cared for our infant son on several occasions overnight. She was amazing and we are so lucky to have found her. She is conscientious, warm, and truly loves children. We would highly recommend her to other families."
Laura G.
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Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Sandy R.
5.0
Sandy is such a sweet, caring person! My daughter loved having her as our sitter!
- Malia M.
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.
Kayla L.
5.0
Kayla is our part time nanny. She has been with us throughout quarantine. She is cautious on how she takes care of herself to make sure she is responsible when caring for my sons. She has been flexible to help me out in a crunch and often will go above the need and help clean the Laundry up. We love...
- Shannon P.
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FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Portland, OR
What is the average pay for an infant babysitter near me in Portland, OR in April, 2025?
If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Oregon, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Portland have rates starting at $21.28.
How can I find an infant babysitter near me in Portland, OR?
To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 899 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.
What questions should I ask a potential infant babysitter near me in Portland, OR?
There are 899 infant babysitters near you in Portland, OR. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.
Ratings for Portland, OR infant babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Infant Babysitters in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 510 reviews of the 897 listed infant babysitters.