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79 babysitters are listed in Springfield, OR
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Springfield, OR
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Bethany!
Some of my personal favorite activities include going to the library (I have a great imagination!), watching Disney movies, drawing/painting, going for walks/hikes, taking care of my puppy, and spending time with family (I have 6 siblings-in-law!)
I'd love the opportunity to get to know your family and...
Bethany can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Bethany was an amazing caregiver for my 4 children! Not only did I feel like she was a safe, attentive and kind caregiver but also my kids loved her because she was so much fun! I was always at peace when Bethany was watching my kids!"
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5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, creative, and organized. I have an easygoing approach to child care and I focus on creating an inviting environment for children to explore the world. My skills include gentle parenting techniques and quick first aid skills if necessary.
I started working with kids when I was 16 at a...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sophi is very attentive and enthusiastic! She gives our son her undivided attention when watching him. She is a gentle, kind and considerate caregiver."
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Isabella Q.
Springfield, OR
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Working with children has been my primary occupational focus throughout my life. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota. I have worked with children with and without disabilities in a number of different roles. I am a Case Manager at Lane County Health and Human Services. I am...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Isa was great with our baby. I can tell she has a lot of experience with this age group. We will hire her again."
Kaja B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I enjoy working with kids due to their enlightening optimism and curiosity. In childcare, I have previously worked at a daycare, preschool, as a gymnastics coach, and a full time nanny, totaling up to 4 years of experience and counting. Not only do I have hands on experience, but I have also taken courses for CPR, first aid,...
Kailyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kailyn is the best! She is everything you could want and more from a nanny! She was amazing with my son, punctual, organized, helpful, and kind. She always goes above and beyond and the whole family loves her. We were all so sad to see her go. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up always loving to be around younger kids and my dream job was to be a preschool or kindergarten teacher. I also currently work at a day care and I love it! I love kids especially babies they are my favorite to care for. I also babysat my best friends baby girl from 3 months old and she is 2 now and I still watch...
Levonne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Levonne is reliable and wonderful with our children, always paying attention to safety and fun. We’re lucky to have found her."
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5.0
(1)
I'm Elizabeth, I have almost 10 years of full-time professional childcare experience. I recently moved back to my hometown of Eugene/Springfield and am attending LCC full-time. I am very flexible with my schedule, and have plenty of references. If you have any questions please feel free to ask.
5.0
"Elizabeth helped care for my two young daughters. She was safe and caring with my girls. She was very reliable and a good communicator. She followed along with our routines and helped with extra household tasks. I highly recommend her! "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had a wide variety of experiences working with children in payed and volunteer settings. Some of these include respite care, daycare work, babysitting, etc. I also have worked in church and school organizations with children of all ages. I have learned a lot through my experiences with youth and learn more every day. I...
Emalie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emalie is phenomenal. I'm an anxious person when it comes to leaving my child with anyone and her warm personality put me immediately at ease. Our schedule isn't an easy one (very early morning until school starts), but she is always on time, and ready to play a...
Noelle C.
5.0
(1)
I have over 50 years of experience working with children. I have a masters degree in early intervention/ special education and have experience with children with all kinds of abilities. I have been a teacher, administrator, university faculty and worked in homes as a nanny, tutor and caregiver. I am a widow who loves kids and...
Carol can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Carol is a blessing. She cared for our two boys for over a year until they started at the same school in 2022. She has become like a member of the family, and we trust her implicitly. She has always been flexible, available, on time, and reliable. She engages...
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am not available until August!
Hello! I am Madison! I am a creative, optimistic, patient and driven foreign English teacher home from my work abroad! I have roughly 13+ years of babysitting and volunteer daycare work. I also have 2 years of teaching experience with very young children and up to preteens for after school...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Madison is a fantastic caretaker. Our son has severe separation anxiety but quickly warmed to Madison. We work at home and, unlike with other caretakers, he stayed with Madison the whole time and didn't feel the need to frequently interrupt our work. We recommend...
Sarah A.
Priscilla R.
Springfield, OR
$18-31/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Priscilla. I'm 27 years old and have been caregiving for over 4 years. I first started working for Assisted Living and Memory Care facilities for about 2 years, but when Covid hit I switched over to In Home Caregiving. I have experience with showers, dressing, toileting, bed changing, Hoyers and transfers from...
Priscilla can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Priscilla worked several days taking excellent care of my mother who is bed bound and on hospice and I highly recommend her.
Priscilla has a pleasant and positive personality and seems to really enjoy helping people. I appreciated that she really listened to my...
Nancy S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Aspyn!
I'd describe my personality as caring, passionate, hardworking. As the oldest of 13, I have experience with children of all ages. I love working around animals of all types as well.
I'd like a job that is hopefully long term, but open to all. It is important to ensure that I work with someone who is the right...
5.0
"Aspyn took great care of our kids. She communicated clearly, was always on time, and always stayed calm when the kids would go crazy."
Anders L.
5.0
(4)
Hi I'm Margot! I began babysitting at age 11 with a certificate from the Red Cross in LA. Over the last 32 years I have cared for children of all ages and ability levels in various environments including private homes, schools, after school programs and group homes. I am highly detail-oriented and bring a level of organization...
Margot can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Margot is amazing! She worked with me in my youth program as a teacher/staff member. She had an infectious positivity that engaged with children of all ages. She helped in our nursery all the way to our teens! She was the first one to come up with creative games,...
Care member
Hello my name is Amanda and I am a Holistic Practitioner with over 8 years of childcare and teaching experience. Some of my experience includes, teaching learners with learning difficulties aged 4-18, tutoring learners with autism, hip hop therapy instruction, assisting learners with visual impairment and more.
My greatest...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Santiago, Santi for short, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 3 years of experience taking care of school-age children. I work for part time as a Lead Teacher. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your children with a safe, fun, and nurturing...
Santiago can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
*CPR Certified*
I started working with kids when I was 8. I grew up in a family of 9. I was responsible for bathing, changing, and feeding my 3 younger siblings. I realized I loved caring for people and never stopped. I begin babysitting for family, friends and neighbors. Once I turned 14 I expanded to care. com. When I was 20...
Skills:
CPR
Antonia H.
Springfield, OR
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Antonia! I graduated from an art academy in the Springfield district. I love crafting and playing games with kids. I own two cats and 13 chickens, but in a previous babysitting job I cared for two kids (3-6) and three large breed dogs! I had a rough childhood with my early communication skills and I got interested in...
Antonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Priscilla. I am 23 years old and just moved to Oregon from California. I have been babysitting my 5 nieces and nephews since I was about 15 years old. I've taken Child development classes in High school and passed. My hobbies include baking, cake decorating, and playing piano! I'm also the go to dog sitter in...
Priscilla can also help with: Craft assistance
Elizabeth S.
Springfield, OR
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love cleaning and organizing, I see it more as a hobby rather than a job. I'd love to clean your house while you relax!
Elizabeth can also help with: Organization, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
Katie S.
Springfield, OR
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am an outdoorsy mom of two + 1 (step daughter half the time). I recently just moved from Alaska where we have been raising our family! I am originally from Oregon and grew up in a big family. I am very comfortable with all ages of children.
I have enjoyed staying very active with swimming for exercise and for fun. I love the...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I am willing to do anything do you need, as well as follow special request. I can use whatever cleaners you have, or bring my own depending on preference. I do have an 8-month-old son that I am a stay at home mom for, so he will be accompanying me.
Aspyn can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Springfield, OR
Bethany T.
5.0
Bethany was an amazing caregiver for my 4 children! Not only did I feel like she was a safe, attentive and kind caregiver but also my kids loved her because she was so much fun! I was always at peace when Bethany was watching my kids!
- Care member
Sophi H.
5.0
Sophi is very attentive and enthusiastic! She gives our son her undivided attention when watching him. She is a gentle, kind and considerate caregiver.
- Care member
Isabella Q.
5.0
Isa was great with our baby. I can tell she has a lot of experience with this age group. We will hire her again.
- Kaja B.
Kailyn L.
5.0
Kailyn was great! Punctual and easy going. The kids liked her and we felt comfortable.
- Christina G.
Levonne H.
5.0
Levonne is reliable and wonderful with our children, always paying attention to safety and fun. We’re lucky to have found her.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Springfield, OR:
How can I find a Springfield babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Springfield, 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 79 babysitters in Springfield, OR on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.2. 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 Springfield, OR?
The average rate for Springfield, OR babysitters on Care.com is $16.16 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Springfield, OR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Springfield, OR through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Springfield, OR babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Babysitters in Springfield, OR are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 79 listed babysitters.