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919 nannies are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of September 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Portland, OR
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
Alexandra M.
Portland, OR
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Best sitter!! She is so sweet and caring"
Stephanie B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a friendly and energetic special education teacher who has experience teaching kindergarten-4th grade. I am looking for families to support on an occasional basis on evenings and weekends (nothing full time as I am still a working teacher)!
Before being a teacher, I was a nanny for 3 years and have worked with...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madeline has babysat for us for about a year now for our twin boys, and she is absolutely wonderful. She is also very experienced as an IEP Chicago Public School teacher and working with children who need extra support. Our boys both have ADHD, so this was a very...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, creative, fun loving young adult who is from a family of 6 with 4 kids. I've worked with kids for 10 years ranging from nannying and babysitting infants to teenagers as well as working at local school camps. I have a lot of experience in managing and multitasking and I am willing to help do whatever I can to...
Aubrey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aubrey was outgoing and energetic , perfect for my kids (2 and 11 mos). My two year old is new to being sat and was pretty "extra" at several points during the day. Aubrey was patient and asked all the right questions about how to help him manage his big feelings...
Moriah W.
Kayla L.
Portland, OR
$28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hey guys! My name is Kayla and I've been a date- night- sitter and a nanny for 6 years now, for kids that have been anywhere from 6 weeks - 14 years old. I truly love being around kids and can't imagine doing anything else! I enjoy reading to children, doing arts and crafts and finding a way to make them giggle. I love engaging...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a Portland-native who currently lives in Brisbane, Australia, but is home for the summer! In Australia, I teach primary school and nanny professionally. My most recent charge was a 6-month-old baby who is now nearly 18 months. I currently substitute teach, but prior I was a Year 2 teacher (6-7) year olds. I have also...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Laura is the greatest. She is clean and organized and so positive. We love her!"
Care member
Madison H.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Madison and have been a nanny for the past 7 years. I took a break because I just had a baby of my own in August! She's now 3. 5 months old, and I'm wanting to find another baby similar to her age to get some socialization in, and some work for me.
We love music/singing, playing with instruments, going for walks,...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison was amazing with my two kiddos! I needed to leave town and she was immediately available. She communicated with me often while I was away for multiple days and kept me updated. My youngest son is on the spectrum and she communicated with him with ease....
Marlana G.
Jenomi M.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I have been working with kids for 15 years. I have worked as an lead teacher, assistant teacher, nanny and babysitter. I am a compassionate person who loves working with kids and family's. I have my early childhood education degree. I have worked with infants to school age kids. I also have my CPR and first aid card, and food...
Jenomi can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenomi is a creative and engaging caregiver! My kids just love how Jenomi gets down on their level and involved in an art project or a game. It's helpful to have them around when I need some extra coverage and they have helped me out of a pinch several times!"
Ian H.
Cordelia K.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Cordelia! I currently teach at Montessori/Play Based preschool in NE Portland and I love what I do. I spend my spare time directing children's plays and teaching after school workshops. Because of my strong theater background, I love making up stories with children as well as celebrating all forms of creative...
Cordelia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Cordilia is dependable, great with my son and super easy to communicate with. I highly recommend her!"
Heather S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Samantha, I'm 29 years old and I have over 10 years of experience working with kids! In addition to nannying, I have also taught art classes in Museums and was a Lead Preschool Teacher through the Montessori and Emilia Reggio methods for 3 years. I am CPR certified, and have a range of background from...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Sam was an in home nanny for our daughter from age 6 months to 16 months while I worked from home with two dogs.
Above all the wonderful things we have to say about Sam, we especially appreciate how intentional she is with our child. She never has her phone out...
Corey L.
5.0
(2)
Hello there, I'm Izzy, I'm a patient tutor, sitter, and helper. I have 6 years of experience tutoring in Math (up to calculus I), Chemistry, Biology, and Essay writing. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Lewis and Clark College. My passion is working with kids and adults alike to help them meet...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Izzy's knowledge of biology and chemistry is truly impressive. They have a deep understanding of the subject matter and an ability to break down even the most challenging concepts into manageable, easy-to-understand parts. This made a world of difference in my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sadie and I am recent graduate from the University of New Hampshire. I have spent the last 8 years working in various forms of childcare (babysitting, camp counselor, nanny, rec director) and I've loved every minute! I love to bake, craft, and go on outdoor adventures with the kiddos I have had the pleasure to...
Sadie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sadie was wonderful! This was our first Care.com experience, she showed up punctually, was incredibly friendly, and immediately connected with our little one, putting him completely at ease. Would absolutely hire her again! "
Care member
Makenna F.
Portland, OR
$29/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Makenna and I've been professionally working with kids for over 8 years. I worked at Kindercare education for 3 years and worked with age groups infants-school age. I have been a nanny/family assistant for 5 years, but looking for another forever family. I don't mind helping with running errands and light house...
Makenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Makenna has been an amazing nanny for our 14 month old son. She only started about a month ago and we already feel she is a part of the family. She's very dependable, kind, and thoughtful. Things just get done around the house without asking and our son loves her....
Rhea D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of kids since I was 14 whether that be, babysitting, camps, or coaching. I am willing to do light house keeping, transportation and meal prep! Hoping to connect with you soon!
Nanny Experience:
(2020-present)
1 child: 12 yrs
2 children: 6 & 9 yrs
2 children: 8 & 10 yrs
Babysitting Experience:
3...
Journie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Journie was very responsive with emails and calls and arrived right on time for the job. My girls loved her have already asked if we can have her back. Wouldn't hesitate to work with her again, or to recommend to others!"
Mandy W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a nanny working in the Beaverton/Portland area. I have been working as a childcare provider since 2012 with little ones ranging anywhere from 4 months to 12 years of age. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified for adults, infants, and children and have experience working with type 1 diabetic children as well as...
Mckenzie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kenzie is absolutely wonderful. As a first-time mom going back to work when my baby was 5mo old it was nerve-wracking to find a nanny in the middle of the novel Coronavirus outbreak. Kenzie is the reason I've been able to make going back to work possible. She puts...
Kate S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have significant experience working as a nanny and a wilderness trip leader for adolescents. I also worked in a K-8 public charter as an after school teacher, a 5&6 grade assistant, and a special education assistant. I'm happy to provide references!
Walks in the park and visits to the library are some of my favorite...
Dana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana was excellent. Dana came on short notice during the ice storm and kindly watched over my 3 yr old who wasn’t on her best behavior after 4 days cooped up with little structure plus having me working from home. 10/10 recommend Dana!"
Ashley S.
Carissa R.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a warm & nurturing mama who will strive to understand your values & build trust by fostering an environment that honors/upholds those values. My first job was babysitting & I have remained passionate about children. Aside from raising my daughter, I have many years of experience working w/ children in various capacities...
Carissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carissa is WONDERFUL. We would have her be our full time nanny if we had a need for it. Our baby boy loved her immediately and we never worry and can enjoy our date nights knowing he’s safe and well taken care off. She’s thoughtful, kind, patient, caring. We are so...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved to Oregon from Nevada where I was in graduate school. I have previous tutoring and small group experience with elementary and middle school aged children, and babysitting experience ranging from infant to late middle school. I am comfortable with all ages with CPR/AED and First Aid training. I have been a...
Casey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lizzy. I'm 32 years old. I have 9+ years of experience in full/part time nanny work, weekend babysitting, assistance in daycare as well as volunteering. I've worked with youth ages 6 months-17 years old and everything in between!
I graduated from Oregon College of Art and Craft with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz was wonderful with my children (both under 3 years old). She was friendly, loving, and yet had great discipline strategies she used with the children. She always followed my directions and asked questions to clarify if she needed to. She went above and beyond...
Sharon J.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Katherine G.
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
Alexandra M.
5.0
Best sitter!! She is so sweet and caring
- Stephanie B.
Madeline L.
5.0
Madeline has babysat for us for about a year now for our twin boys, and she is absolutely wonderful. She is also very experienced as an IEP Chicago Public School teacher and working with children who need extra support. Our boys both have ADHD, so this was a very important for us selected her as a...
- Care member
Dechen Y.
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 her. I would recommend her.
- Katherine T.
Aubrey L.
5.0
Aubrey was outgoing and energetic , perfect for my kids (2 and 11 mos). My two year old is new to being sat and was pretty "extra" at several points during the day. Aubrey was patient and asked all the right questions about how to help him manage his big feelings . She was confident and competent...
- Moriah W.
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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 September, 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 919 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 576 reviews of the 919 listed nannies.