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156 personal assistants are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Portland, OR
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic, reliable, hard working person w a lot of experience that can help you and your household. I'm flexible and dependable. I have reliable transportation, full coverage, clean records ( background and vehicle) , Covid-negative and hoping something that starts temporary could become permanent.
Khristi can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization, bathroom cleaning
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a different kind of caregiver, one who is proactive, ambitious, responsible, intelligent and well educated, look no further. You will be pleased with the high quality of care I provide to your loved one and at how much more smoothly the day goes with my expert oversight and management. Since I am well...
Sandra can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"Sandra was an incredible support to my mom, my family, and me during my mom's journey with dementia. From walks to garden visits to chair exercises and taking mom out for adventures, Sandra showed up with care, respect, and a real ability to meet my mom where she...
Rachel C.
Charmaine W.
Portland, OR
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Occasional And Babysitting Available With 16 Years Experience
5.0
(19)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
VACCINATED x3. 16 years experience 0 to 14 years. Started when I was 15, was an assistant in daycare center for 2 years, Au pair for 5 years and principal/manager of a daycare for 2 years. Received several pediatric first aid/CPR qualifications over the years since 2005. Very loving, caring person that always puts the needs of...
Charmaine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Charmaine is a wonderful care giver, who bonds quickly and deeply with kids, and clearly loves what she does. She is very attentive, and my kids fell in love with her immediately. "
Care member
Khristi L.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
I'm a personal assistant which includes child care and pet care. House project management and administrative assistance is also a part of my experience. I meal plan, budget and cook. I love cooking. I'm organized and used to wearing 100 hats. I'm very trustworthy, reliable, flexible and have a can-do, positive attitude. I have...
Khristi can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"She is easy to work with and dependable! She's helped me with pet sitting and housecleaning and I have found her work to be impeccable. Thank you Khristi!"
Lisa S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a disability paraeducator for young adults in the Portland School District: we help them grow their independence to be more self sufficient in their everyday lives, work, and relationships. I also specialize in Infant and child development; teaching foundational life skills, nutrition, autonomy, and healthy social...
Faith can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am so happy my husband and I decided to welcome Faith in to our home to care for our baby girl part time. While I didn't get time to directly observe, my husband said Faith was so engaging with our little one and patient with her. Faith went the extra mile and...
Ellen C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have nannied for 13 years professionally.
I have worked one time gigs, months & years of loyalty.
Upon Graduation, I worked one position with a full time schedule for a family of 5. I cared for them Fall 2016- Summer 2021. At one point their ages were 3 kids under 3 years old. I have experience with twins! This only ended...
Leslie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Leslie is amazing. She is gentle and even tempered. She was able to handle my inquisitive and willful three year old with ease. We were very happy with her!!"
Carla S.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Mekia!
I'm a Medical Assistant looking for part time work. I am well educated and experienced to help assist you in many areas.
I have experience in Rehabilitation Nursing, Mental Health, Oncology, Childcare, Memory Care, Behavioral, Pre & Post Op care, Companion care, Medication Management, Phlebotomy,...
Mekia can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's a very nice, hard-working individual. She helped a close friend of mine going through chemotherapy treatments and could not have been a better, more professional caretaker. "
Preston B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents! Shelby here. I am a Portland native who has been in childcare for over 10 years. I have worked with multiple families and children of all ages. I am an open hearted and minded fun loving nanny who loves to PLAY! I am a musician and also offer beginner guitar and ukulele lessons; music, dance and curiosity are...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shelby is a thoughtful, skilled and mellow presence in our house. She has watched our 3-year-old and 6-month-old nearly full time for the last 2 months and has been a joy. She brings a spirit of fun that the children love! I recommend her without reservation."
Amy H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Madison and I am 26 years old. Since this bio has to be brief, I will quickly give you some of my history working with children. I worked at a daycare as the Assistant Managing Director for 4 years, specializing in all classrooms (infants, wobblers, toddlers, jr. preschool, preschool, pre-k,...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Madison has been a wonderful addition to our lives over the last year. Her gentle, creative, and nurturing personality have been exactly what our infant needed. She is a self starter and does little things for us to offer a helping hand while our baby naps. She...
Nicole S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name's Payton and I'm looking for a FT position in Portland, OR. I am currently located in Denver & I will be moving to OR soon!
I have been with my Denver family for 3 years, taking care of 2 littles, now 3. 5 and 1. 5 years old.
Since high school I have worked date nights for up to 4 littles at a time. In hs I...
Payton can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Payton is a great sitter! Our 4 kiddos really enjoy her! She is kind, reliable, and competent. "
Care member
Mollee O.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a personal assistant for multiple years for an elderly neighbor. I also have previously worked as a caregiver/cleaner at an assisted living home for 6 months. I enjoy helping people, and am kind and considerate.
Mollee can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Mollee has been amazing as we navigate a very tricky situation in caring for a friend. She is incredibly patient and caring. She has given so much of her time and been so flexible with what was needed each day. From errands, to reminders, organizing, to listening...
Victoria F.
Araceli M.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and kind. :)
I started working with kids when I was employed at Durham Elementary (Tigard, OR) as a part-time ELD Instructional Assistant the school year of September, 2022. However, I've been sitting for my younger brother since around 2019, when I was 17.
In my spare time, I...
Araceli can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Araceli is a great fit for our family and was incredible with our son! She was always on time and always had a smile on her face. She was an excellent nanny and I would recommend her to any family."
Carly G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Worked many years in social services with homeless, enjoy diverse personalities. Able to assist with chores, errands, groceries & meals. Pets OK. Non-smoker. Current CPR,
COVID VACCINATED & boostered. Reliable transportation.
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Stephanie helped care for my mom at home following major surgery and nine days in the hospital. Stephanie was kind, thoughtful, and dependable, and the perfect caregiver and companion mom needed at the time."
Susan S.
James S.
Portland, OR
$28-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A 55 Yr Old Man With Compassion And A Desire To Try And Make My Work Life Meaningful.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with years of experience providing quality care to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those in need.
*Work Experience:*
- Provide personal care assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Manage medications, administer prescribed medications, and monitor...
James can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jim is an amazing caregiver. I hired him to help care for my 86 year old father after knee replacement surgery. He provided companionship, prepared meals, helped with organization, assisted him with his knee exercises. He was always on time and provided great...
Care member
Allison H.
Portland, OR
$30-45/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Allison, a certified nurse assistant and compassionate caregiver dedicated to providing dignified care for all individuals. My personal experience caring for my mother-in-law, who courageously battled ALS, ignited my passion for caregiving. I understand the unique challenges and emotional toll caregiving takes on both...
Allison can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, errands
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Allison has been working with me for the last several months and I couldn't be happier! She's reliable, punctual, very efficient and fun to be around. I cannot recommend her more highly!"
Jim L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My aim is to make a meaningful positive impact on the quality of life of my clients - this is where I find my joy and fulfillment. And it doesn't necessarily have to come from the big things - people always remember how you made them feel before they remember specifics of what was done. I always show respect for the person,...
Ashlee can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Ashlee did an excellent job taking our dog Blaze for a walk. He got a great hour of walk and came back tired and happy. We will hire her again!"
Suraj V.
5.0
(3)
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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nell is wonderful! Our daughter loved her. Super friendly, positive attitude, helpful, and reliable. Highly recommend!"
Graham R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was previously employed as a housekeeper at the Resort at the Mountain in Welches, Oregon for 3 years. The Resort is a huge property with a golf course, spa, pool, 2 restaurants, 147 guest rooms, 10 suites, and 3 vista house retreats. As a housekeeper my duties included top to bottom cleanings, turn over service, and...
Hannah can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens & more
Lisa H.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
32 Years Of Child Care Experience Looking For Full-Time Opportunity
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 11 years old. Ever since then, I have cared for children either by babysitting, volunteering in a church nursery or school, working at a daycare or school as a teacher's aide and most importantly, raising my own children. I home schooled my oldest child for 2 years, and tutored 2 first graders in...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lisa was able to Nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter for a short time and was so wonderful with her! She played games with her and did arts and crafts and would always keep her engaged. She left our house clean and tidy and is a great communicator. "
Care member
Hello! My name is Gloriana. I am seeking a part-time position as a personal assistant/ caregiver in Portland. I have worked as a personal assistant for almost 2 years, working with people who experience physical, emotional and mental disabilities. For the first year, I worked with many different people and the second year I was...
Gloriana can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Portland, OR
Sandra N.
5.0
Sandra stayed with us for one week. We were very sorry to lose her, but the work proved more physical than she was comfortable with. During her time here, she was attentive, kind and professional.
- Jill P.
Charmaine W.
5.0
Charmaine is a wonderful care giver, who bonds quickly and deeply with kids, and clearly loves what she does. She is very attentive, and my kids fell in love with her immediately.
- Care member
Khristi L.
5.0
She is easy to work with and dependable! She's helped me with pet sitting and housecleaning and I have found her work to be impeccable. Thank you Khristi!
- Lisa S.
Faith P.
5.0
Faith has been nothing but wonderful with our son and his development from 4 months to a year . She is always nurturing, educating and attentive with him and she is great with communication. We highly recommend her to anyone for child care needs.
- Jt C.
Leslie H.
5.0
Leslie is amazing. She is gentle and even tempered. She was able to handle my inquisitive and willful three year old with ease. We were very happy with her!!
- Carla S.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Portland
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Portland, OR?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Portland, OR on Care.com as of February, 2025 is $22.87 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Portland?
Care.com has 156 personal assistants in Portland, OR. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Portland or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Portland?
Most personal assistants in Portland, OR can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Portland. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Portland, OR personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Personal Assistants in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews of the 156 listed personal assistants.