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837 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Kimberly F.
Portland, OR
$35-49/hr • 18 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom-Summer Childcare/Babysitter/Nanny/Date Night/Last Min
4.8
(42)
Hired by 97 families in your neighborhood
I'm a stay at home SUPER mom who would love to help make life a little easier for you with caring for your child(ren). For the summer, babysitter, Date night, Nanny, drop off and pick up to my home availability is Monday-Friday 6 a.m. - 6 pm, with some flexibility on a case by case basis. I don' t mind doing last minute calls,...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Kim is an amazing gal to watch your kiddos. She has helped us with more than just child care, she helped teach us some tips and tricks being first time parents. I appreciate her transparency and all the updates I receive during the day. I absolutely recommend her...
Noelle S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've loved working with children my entire life. In fact, I began babysitting at just 11 years old, and through the past few years, I've had multiple jobs with children. I've taught gymnastics and dance to preschoolers and elementary age girls, I've been a camp counselor, I've coordinated before and after school care, and been...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Claudia was a fantastic babysitter for our 2-year old son last year. He always looked forward to seeing her, and was fed, bathed and in bed when we returned in the evenings. Claudia's in college now - so sad to see her go, but highly recommend her for any family...
Claudia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emma, I'm 19 and I'm a student at Portland State University. I've been babysitting for 6 years now, and I have experience with children of all ages. I have been CPR/first aid certified through the Red Cross and I'm an only child so I really enjoy spending time with kids! I also work at an elementary school, so have...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is fantastic with kids and makes her time with them fun and interesting. She watched our daughters for the summer and they developed a close relationship and had many fun outings and adventures. Very reliable and mature. Highly recommend her!"
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & 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
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 51 years old and have more tham10 years of experience with children's newborn through school age. I am extremely responsible, honest, very organized and a hardworking person. I can do light housekeeping, driving and laundry. I am an English/Spanish speaker, a non-smoker and have no problems with pets. I love taking the kids...
Xennia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Xennia is wonderful with our toddler. Very patient, a good reader and very engaged in play."
Tamara M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children. I grew up watching my little brother. When I turned 13, I started babysitting. At 15, I worked at a daycare for the local gym. At 18, I worked at an overnight camp for children of all ages. At 19, I was a live-in nanny for 3 years during college. I have been back to...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca was a rock star! This was only our second time using Care.com and it was such a pleasant experience. Rebecca's communication from the beginning was great. She not only was willing to take care of our 2 little girls (2.5 and 11 months) but she was also...
Frankie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working with children from Best Summer Camp for 4 years. I have also had experience working with special needs children for 4 years. Along with those things, I have had experience working with children during basketball camps!
Daejah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bre and I am a licensed teacher of five years. During the school year I teach second grade. Aside from teaching, I enjoy dancing, being active, and reading! I am passionate about play based learning, enjoy doing STEM activities, and reading inquisitively. I am also willing to cook, do light housework, and...
Breann can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bre was a fantastic sitter for my 4-year-old daughter. I wish I could take her back to La Grande! She was punctual, sweet, and immediately connected with my daughter, who can be very hard to please sometimes! She texted me while I was away, keeping me updated on my...
Sierra H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maria I am from Bogota Colombia. I was an au pair in Oregon for 7 months, I have experience with children of all ages, both in Colombia and in the United States.
I have a driver's license from the state of OR, and I have my own car.
I'm a hardworking, fast learning, and enthusiastic young person. I genuinely...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My partner and I would highly recommend Maria! She has been watching our infant from 4 months old to now that he is 7 months, and she has done a wonderful job at every stage. She is very kind, attentive, and gentle. We look forward to continuing to have her help,...
Manuel G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to form bonds with children as we teach each other about ourselves and the world. I have experience nannying and babysitting kids between 4 months and 12 years of age and take great joy in really getting to know their personalities! I enjoy being outside, reading with kids, and doing other developmentally appropriate...
Jo Claire can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Jo did a great job with our 5 yr son. This was a new experience for us, outside of family and Jo exceeded our expectations. We 100% recommend her services."
Brandon M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 30, and have been working with children for over a decade now. Most of my experience has been working with neurodivergent children. I have gained a lot of experience through working as a nanny, a behavioral therapist, a classroom aide, and a preschool teacher. I graduated from George Fox University...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"This was an indispensable service during our brother's destination wedding weekend. Fantastic results. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Eleanor. I am a 23-year-old artist living in Northwest Portland, hoping to find a full or part time nannying job.
I am a very compassionate person and I love working with kids. It is important to me to help support whatever your needs are as a family. I was an art teacher for 3 years at Maude Kerns Art Center, while...
Eleanor can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Eleanor has been a wonderful babysitter (for date nights) for our two girls, ages 6 & 4. They always look forward to her arrival. Would absolutely recommend her!"
Brittany L.
5.0
(4)
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
"We were brand new parents, and we hired Kylene as our son's nanny. She immediately put me at ease when we met: you could immediately tell she was nurturing, kind and fun. My son grew up spending time with her during his beginning years and he still is so happy...
Aubrey P.
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"kids love her, they have a great time :)"
Jennifer T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Pediatric Speech-language Pathologist. Not currently open for reccuring positions. May be able to make date nights or occasional sitting work. I have experience with children between birth to 18 years. Significant pediatric experience in both a personal and professional capacity. I have a 7-month-old boy. I have bountiful...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I adore kids and would love the opportunity to care for yours! From a young age, I spent time as a babysitter, camp counselor, and nanny before becoming an early childhood teacher in a licensed childcare facility. There I developed a curriculum for a toddler classroom, using RIE and Montessori influences. I then worked as an...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I would definitely recommend Taylor. She is so caring and playful with my kids. They are always excited to see her!"
Stephanie U.
5.0
(5)
Hi, my name is Lhamo, and I am a nanny with over 25 years of experience, especially providing care for infants and toddlers, with many references available. I've raised three kids on my own: ages 26 at NYU Grad School, 20 at the U. S. Naval Academy, and 16 years old at an immersion high school.
When working with kids, I love...
Lhamo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lhamo is, by a sizable margin, the best childcare professional we've hired to date (with a sample size of 5+).
The children LOVE her, she's attentive, honest, thoughtful, doesn't sit on her phone the entire day, enjoys being outside with the kids, and is a...
Joe P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am an elementary school teacher with 8 years of experience in the classroom and almost 15 years of experience with babysitting. I am a very involved babysitter and enjoy craft projects, trips to the park, reading, and baking.
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Abby was an awesome sitter for our two kids. The kids loved her and she was great about communicating before and during the job. Would definitely hire her again."
Sean P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Kimberly F.
5.0
Kim is AMAZING! Just like her bio said - she is a SUPER mom! My children love going to her house. She is extremely dependable and is very understanding of last minute changes or requests for childcare help. I would 100% recommend her and will be utilizing her services going forward. I have no...
- Melissa C.
Claudia S.
5.0
Claudia was a fantastic babysitter for our 2-year old son last year. He always looked forward to seeing her, and was fed, bathed and in bed when we returned in the evenings. Claudia's in college now - so sad to see her go, but highly recommend her for any family in her new city.
- Claudia S.
Emma B.
5.0
Emma is fantastic with kids and makes her time with them fun and interesting. She watched our daughters for the summer and they developed a close relationship and had many fun outings and adventures. Very reliable and mature. Highly recommend her!
- Care member
Shelby S.
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.
Xennia M.
5.0
Xennia is wonderful with our toddler. Very patient, a good reader and very engaged in play.
- Tamara M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portland, OR:
How can I find a Portland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portland, OR can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 837 babysitters in Portland, OR on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Portland, OR?
The average rate for Portland, OR babysitters on Care.com is $20.93 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Portland, OR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, OR through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Portland, OR babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 417 reviews of the 837 listed babysitters.