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362 babysitters are listed in Bend, OR
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Bend, OR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Ilona, and I am an experienced nanny with many years of supporting families under my belt.
I have experience with kids of all ages - 0 to 17 years old. From babysitting earlier on in life to working at after-school programs, in wilderness therapy, and nannying my engagement with children has been...
Ilona can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ilona to help take care of our family when we had our second son. She quickly become part of our family as she supported us through the pregnancy, birth and postpartum. We have a 2 year old son that absolutely adores her and transitioned into being a...
Stacy D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an enthusiastic, fun, and creative person. I have been babysitting/nannying for about 10 years and have always enjoyed it! For two years I worked at KidSpirit, a youth program at Oregon State University. This has allowed me to learn how to provide a safe, fun atmosphere for children, from toddlers to teenagers. When...
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kenzie has been my kids' favorite babysitter since we moved to the area about 2 years ago. She is wonderful with them and they ask for her often. Kenzie is energetic, positive and creative. She gets down on the floor to play with them, helps them with...
Jaime F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had a passion for interacting with and developing positive, nurturing relationships with children since I was in high school. As soon as I could drive, I was babysitting for my three nieces and nephews, and since then, I have remained in child-related fields and have babysat on and off. As well as my many years of...
Lindsey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey watcher our 18 month old son and our small dog on short notice while we were vacationing in Bend, OR. She was great with both of them and taught our son to walk our dog. She stuck to our schedule with him and we are so thankful she was able to help our...
Amanda L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified preschool teacher and have experience babysitting and working as a nanny. I love working with children!
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Nittaya is an incredible nanny. She is a clear and reliable communicator and very professional. She is always on time and very flexible when we have to change plans. She has seemingly endless energy to entertain and nurture our infant and 3 year old. Whenever...
Chris C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sierra, and I was born and raised in Bend. I really enjoy working with kids, and have been doing so for a lot of years now. I am located near the hospital in Bend with my 4-year-old daughter and I am looking to watch 1-2 children in my home with her. She's a very happy and easy going preschooler and loves other...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sierra is a hidden gem! She exceeded my expectations in a babysitter and am so grateful to have crossed paths with her. She babysat my 2 year old for almost a year on a recurring/weekly basis and I could not have been more pleased. She brought her sweet daughter...
Krystal C.
Natalie R.
Bend, OR
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Natalie, I'm 23 and I am looking to become a full time nanny or do some babysitting as needed. I have a lot of experience caring for kids of all ages and have learned and grown as a nanny in the process. I'm passionate about teaching and enjoy seeing growth and improvement from the kids I watch. I am very...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Sydney V.
Bend, OR
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sydney and have been cleaning houses for a few years since high school for family friends. I am very comfortable with pets and have a car. I would love to get in touch and help make your house look even more beautiful than it does!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm Katy! I have over 10 years of experience working with children, mostly children between the ages of 0-6. I was previously working as a preschool teacher in the Presidio and then as a certified Postpartum Doula working with wonderful clients throughout the Bay Area. I truly love forming connections with children...
Katy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We have used Katy so many time and we just love her! My kids love her too:-)"
James M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Renee'. I am 48 years old and have over 30 years of experience working with kids including kids with autism and behavioral challenges, implementing ABA and behavioral therapy. My approach is to give children choices as much as possible rather than demanding a certain behavior. This most often results in defusing...
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I've had a few bad experiences with Nannies...Renee was our dream come true. On time, reliable, and our daughter loved her. She was flexible with our schedule and communicated regularly. It was sad that she had to move and we miss her greatly. I wish every person...
Alex T.
Mackenzie B.
Bend, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(9)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I have provided paid child care for 10 years for all ages (infant-preteen). I have lots of experience with children on the autism spectrum and with children who are wheelchair bound. I love connecting with kids and enjoy the way that they see the world.
Mackenzie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mackenzie was our first babysitter ever to come to our home to watch our 9-month-old so my husband and I could get a little adult time. She was on time, sent us an update on how they were doing while we were gone, and we came home to our son with a smile on his...
Alyssa T.
Keegan K.
Bend, OR
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I've been an animal lover since I was a kid. I've been lucky enough to have a variety of pets from a young age. I sit for family, friends and a couple clients, but would love to connect with more people and their fury friends! I currently have a Jack Russell of my own, therefore; I know how important our pets are to us, and...
Keegan can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Very responsible and reliable. Took great care of the house, kids and pets. Would hire again in a heartbeat! Helped with housekeeping duties and even made dinner. We love Keegan!"
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Makenna P.
Bend, OR
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I just moved to Chattanooga after graduating from Oregon State University-Cascades with my bachelor degree in Teaching. I currently have a full time job but could be interested in babysitting on weekends.
Here is a little more about my experience:
During my time working as a camp counselor I moved up to being a head...
Makenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Makenna was a wonderful addition to our family! She is an amazing young women. The children loved her and she did a great job navigating of their eagerness for life, emotions, and challenges. She was impressively consistent and punctual."
Fabio R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have worked with children all my life and am looking to help people that need the extra help because I know it takes a village.
Christy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Christy was a fantastic sitter. She was punctual and communicated clearly and promptly with us. And she took great care of our 10-month-old! I was nervous about having a new person put her to bed, but Christy did a great job taking care of her while we were away!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
NOT AVAILABLE 3/14-3/31/24
I have two teenagers myself so I would LOVE to hang out with babies and younger children again. I started working with children when I was around 11 years old! I was a babysitter, on-call nanny, and then went into education as a teacher for the past 20 years teaching History, English, Art, Speech and...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Melissa is great. She has helped us out a couple times now on shortish notice and everything went great. We will hope to hire her again in the future. "
Chad R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, caring, and motherly. I have two children of my own, they are 4 years and 6 months ! I like working with kids because they are amazing. I started working with kids when I became a mother. In my spare time, I like to read, do yoga, spend time with family, and eat good food.
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Very good worker and would highly recommend "
Care member
Emily A.
Bend, OR
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily. Born and raised in Southeast Portland. I grew up always wanting to be the mama bear, and Nannying was my outlet for being around children. I enjoy building connections with children and overall just having fun! Anything I can do to be supportive and loving to a family, I'm here! I have been caring for...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We love Emily! She is a wonderful nanny and a beautiful human being. Emily has a natural strength for childcare with an elegant personality that is both motivating and respectable. Her smile brightens our whole house the second she walks in the door. We will miss...
Khamille N.
Mackenzie B.
Bend, OR
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an active young woman who values honesty and punctuality. Most importantly, I adore animals!
Mackenzie can also help with: Administration of medicine, daily feeding, boarding, grooming, pet walking, pet sitting & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi !
My name is Imani, I'm a sophomore at OSU studying elementary education. I have been around animals my entire life and have a special love for them! In my free time I like to read and watch tv and spend time with the fur babies in my home! I look forward to working with you and your pets!
Imani can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
5.0
"Imani is quick to respond to texts and provides consistent communication. We have an elderly dog who she watched with care. She followed all directions for feeding and administering his medication. If you need a dog sitter while you are away Imani is a dependable...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have been caring for kids for just about as long as I can remember. I am the older sibling between my sister and I, and I am also the oldest of six cousins. I have cared for infants, toddlers, grade-schoolers, preteens, children with special needs, etc. and I love it. I have a lot of fun playing with kids, educating...
Keaton can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our kids have very much enjoyed being with Keaton. She's respectful, punctual and has a good balance of fun and structure for the kids. They respect her but also really look forward to seeing her. She's communicative and checks in with us. I would certainly...
Jennifer W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I will be available beginning of June looking for 10-15 hours per week.
I enjoy all ages but I have the most experience with infants and toddlers. I have cared for infants from 6 weeks and older. I have a calm and comforting demeanor with babies.
I currently work part time in an office job but missing interacting with kids. I...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was great to work with and checked all the boxes for babysitting my 6 year old, 4 year old, 18 month old niece and 1 year old baby when we were traveling through Portland. She was great about checking in ahead of the job and even video chatted with the kids...
Grace L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bend, OR
Ilona A.
5.0
Ilona is remarkable and a very special human. We feel so fortunate that she has supported our family over the last 2 years. Just to name a few of her best qualities: Ilona is reliable, organized, talented, and very knowledgeable in children's development and wellness. She is also compassionate to...
- Darci P.
Mackenzie D.
5.0
Mackenzie was awesome! She took
care of our six week old baby! I wouldn't trust anyone else. I was struggling breast feeding and she was so compassionate and considerate. My husband and I desperately needed a date night. She also mentioned that she house sat and babysat our 2 dogs a month or so...
- Nicole K.
Lindsey C.
5.0
Lindsey watcher our 18 month old son and our small dog on short notice while we were vacationing in Bend, OR. She was great with both of them and taught our son to walk our dog. She stuck to our schedule with him and we are so thankful she was able to help our family. We definitely recommend...
- Amanda L.
Nittaya G.
5.0
Nittaya is an incredible nanny. She is a clear and reliable communicator and very professional. She is always on time and very flexible when we have to change plans. She has seemingly endless energy to entertain and nurture our infant and 3 year old. Whenever there was down time she would...
- Chris C.
Sierra P.
5.0
Sierra is a hidden gem! She exceeded my expectations in a babysitter and am so grateful to have crossed paths with her. She babysat my 2 year old for almost a year on a recurring/weekly basis and I could not have been more pleased. She brought her sweet daughter with her each time, which is a plus...
- Krystal C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bend, OR:
How can I find a Bend babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bend, 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 362 babysitters in Bend, 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 Bend, OR?
The average rate for Bend, OR babysitters on Care.com is $19.50 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 Bend, OR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bend, 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 Bend, OR babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Bend, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 156 reviews of the 362 listed babysitters.