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Background-checked nannies in Portland, OR that you'll love
914 nannies are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $21/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Portland, OR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Dear Families:
I am an active and professional nanny, with a special focus on infants & toddlers. I have 12+ years experience and strong infant skills, having cared for mostly infants, ages 3 days thru 12 months, in the last five+ years.
I seeking an Infant Nanny position beginning late May/early June 2024, 3- 5 days week,...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is so great with our 9 month old. He loves when she visits for our date nights (or should I say, his play date!) She is punctual, easy to communicate with if plans change, and she takes great care of our son. She keeps tabs on bottles/diapers for us and...
Heather G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an early childhood professional with many passions: nature; crafting and creating; biking, hiking and walking; gardening and cooking; reading and discovering.
Over the past 20 years I have worked with children in a range of settings including: classroom teaching (toddler and preschool assistant and lead, long term infant...
Iris can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is the BEST. Lucky to have found her after a long search."
April L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my bio!
My name is Meredith. I have over 13 years of experience caring for children ages 0-12. I moved to Portland in 2020 from California where I was the nanny (Aunt Mer Mer) for two smart and wonderful girls, now 12 and 16 years-old.
In Los Angeles, I also worked in film, music and food so I am comfortable in the...
Meredith can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Meredith is the BEST! She worked for my family for over 10 years, off and on. From babies to teens, she is experienced and takes detailed instruction well. She is educated, warm, creative, fun, active and all-around delightful. Hire her before someone else snatches...
Purvi G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just opened a registered family licensed in home daycare in the Tigard area! I have affordable rates and over 10 years of experience working in child care. I have several years of experience nannying, as well as working at preschools and daycares being the lead teacher. I am a Momma as well to a sweet 15-month-old. I have 4...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Emily is so sweet and loving. She treats every child with so much love and care."
Nicole D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy being active and creative. I love art, animals, cooking, and fashion; I like to explore and try new things when I can. I provide a safe, nurturing, educational, and comfortable environment for children of all ages as we participate in various in and outdoor activities and create nutritious snacks and meals. I am skilled...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jordan cared for my 18 month old son while I was in Portland for work. She was wonderful!!! My son loved her, and I felt so much more comfortable than I ever though I could be leaving him with someone new while away from home. Jordan was such a natural with him....
Jessica N.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I watch children from ages 0-15 all the time. I also took Early Childhood Education classes and am well versatile in different parenting techniques! I am certified in First Aid and CPR. Would also love to mention I worked at a specialty pharmacy for 3 years in case meds need to be given. Thank you!
Itzel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Willow and I'm an experienced caregiver looking for work. I usually work full time as a nurse in long term care but due to low census at my facility my work hours have been temporarily reduced! I have almost full time availability Monday-Friday open through Sep 30th to offer childcare services. I have around...
Willow can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We hired Willow to care for our first son when he was 4 months old. She has been with our family since that time (almost 2.5 years). Working full time and never missing a day! Willow is dependable, clear with communication and wonderfully loving and caring with our...
Sarah L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Nathalia, I am 30 years old and I have been working as Nanny for 8 years, and also have 2 years of great experience as an Au Pair. During my exchange program, I worked with the same family for 2 years. I love kids and how curious and passionate they are. I am very creative myself, so it is fantastic to interact...
Nathalia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Growing up in a large family, I was always surrounded by kids, chaos and fun! Anyone who knows me would tell you I am natural with children. I started babysitting when I was 13 and now I have 15+ years of experience. Part of that experience includes being an assistant teacher at a Montessori school.
Throughout my life, I've...
Ann can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We all loved Ann! She is sweet and caring. My kids warmed up to her easily. She is very creative and fun to talk with, and my kids loved playing with her. She arrived on-time. And most of, I knew my kids were in great hands while I was at work."
Maggie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess, also known as "fun Jess" by children I have cared for. I call myself "the holistic nanny" because I have a Bachelor's degree in Integrative Health Sciences am well trained in the field of nutrition, exercise, herbs, and supplementation. Having this unique background as a caregiver allows the parents to...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Jessica did a great job for me boys and they liked her a lot!"
George L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Maddy, I'm living and working
I've been working in childcare for 10 years and have had lots of experience babysitting all different aged kids and working at summer camps and afterschool programs. I have a reliable car and a Wilderness First Responder certification that covers advanced first aid and CPR. I love...
Maddy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with my son and he loved her"
Kristin B.
5.0
(1)
[CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, thank you for understanding] Hello! I am a graduate from the University of Minnesota Morris with a B. A. in Psychology with a focus on child development and a minor in sociology with a focus on childhoods. I have a combined eight years of experience in various settings and varying ages and abilities of...
Madilyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madilyn has been a close family friend for 11 years. She has always been a very responsible and sweet girl. I would trust Madilyn to watch any of my children."
Jenny L.
Eliza S.
Portland, OR
$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional & Mindful Nanny With Over 15 Years Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings lovely parents and guardians!
How are you? My given name is Eliza, but I go by Nixie. My philosophy as a nanny is a blend of mindfulness, exploratory, authoritative, magical/creative play-based learning, and gentle redirection; I am also aware of my own non-verbal communication and my reactions to others.
Activities I...
Eliza can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Eliza is fantastic with our year old twins. She keeps us informed, is very reliable, and is great with them. "
Erin K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Charelle. I would like to describe myself as fun and outgoing. I am located in Portland Oregon. I have roughly 7 years of daycare experience I can help with Light cleaning & Grocery Shopping if needed. I've worked with children from infant to school age. I've also had 2 years of nanny experience. My passion is working...
Charelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charelle was such a delight when it came to watching my 19 month old. I needed someone to watch my son twice while we were visiting the Portland area over a weekend.
She was communicative, open to the activities I suggested, and was flexible to adjust based on my...
Matthew S.
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Emma H.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Gentle And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time Work Starting In October
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love children and am so passionate about providing the best care possible for every child I watch. I really value building relationships with kids and honoring each child's individual needs. I love spending time playing and exploring the world with them, and helping to foster their imagination. It's so amazing to see how they...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is just so wonderful.
We have four kiddos, 5, 3, and two special needs 18 month olds.
She easily balances taking care of everyone's needs (even better than I do sometimes) and does it in a positive and gentle way.
She's very flexible and dependable and...
Lyndsey A.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Samantha. I am 29 years old I have been babysitting children since I was about 13 years old. I am currently looking for a few part time jobs. I have watched children from ages newborn to 16. I enjoy watching them grow and watching their skills develop. When I work, I ensure we engage in indoor and outdoor...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Samantha truly loves children. She is efficient, hard working, flexible and does a great job communicating with parents. She loves to engage the kids and help them grow. If our needs hadn't changed she would still be working for us. "
Greg E.
4.5
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello and thanks for stopping by!
I love babies and specialize in infant and toddler care, from assisting with feeding and sleep schedules to helping them transition from breast/bottle to solid foods, and helping with potty training. I have cared for many children over the years and am also a mother (college student) and care...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura has been nannying our 7 month old "L" for about 2 months. I'm transitioning to stay-at-home motherhood, otherwise Laura would continue with us indefinitely. We love her and our daughter adores her! Laura's true pro. She cares for "L" as if she were her own,...
Krystal S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a bachelors degree in Social Work. I have over 20 years of experience in my field. I have worked with every age from newborns to elderly. I have 2 children (18 and 20) and I have volunteered hundreds of in-classroom hours at my children's schools. I love animals and the outdoors. I also enjoy cooking and baking. I believe...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heather took amazing care of my 3 month old daughter and made me feel more at ease about returning to work. She was able to convince her to take a bottle when my own husband was struggling :). She has endless patience and great instincts with children. She has...
Renee S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting when I was 12. In college, I tutored, taught and facilitated educational seminars for students between Kindergarten and 12th grade. I recently left a full-time preschool teacher position at a large, private preschool after 5 years. I am currently working part-time with a small group of children in a...
Lilka can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lilka/Lily is an exceptional young woman, blending a host of teaching and childcare skills and experience with a gentle, patient, loving commitment to children. Bringing a dedication to caring for, encouraging, and nurturing kids, Lily engages them in a way that...
Greg C.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie is so great with our 9 month old. He loves when she visits for our date nights (or should I say, his play date!) She is punctual, easy to communicate with if plans change, and she takes great care of our son. She keeps tabs on bottles/diapers for us and when we get back from our dates he's...
- Heather G.
Iris H.
5.0
Iris is an incredible nanny, caretaker, and teacher. We have been fortunate enough to have her work with our family regularly for the past 3 years from the time our son was 6 months old (he's now almost 4 yo) through the birth of our daughter (now 9 months). She is compassionate, knowledgeable,...
- Laura D.
Meredith L.
5.0
My youngest daughter has difficulty with transitions and has some separation anxiety. The first day "Mer Mer" started with us as a Nanny, I took the whole day off from work to help with the transition. There was a natural nurturing character about Meredith that my youngest took to her immediately!...
- Julie D.
Emily H.
5.0
We have had the pleasure of knowing Emy for 4+ years. First through daycare and then as our nanny for the past two years. Emy is a rock star. Through that super turbulent time Emy bought stability, love, comfort and peace to our home. Our boys thrived. Emy managed online learning for our eldest,...
- Heather P.
Jordan H.
5.0
Jordan cared for my 18 month old son while I was in Portland for work. She was wonderful!!! My son loved her, and I felt so much more comfortable than I ever though I could be leaving him with someone new while away from home. Jordan was such a natural with him. If I lived in Portland, I would...
- Jessica N.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portland, OR
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Portland, OR?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portland, OR is as of is $21.62 per hour as of November, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Portland, OR?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 914 in Portland, OR. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portland, OR?
You can find different nanny services in Portland through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Portland, OR with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Portland, OR nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 552 reviews of the 914 listed nannies.