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Lauren D.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a college junior and I love spending time with children! I currently attend TCU, but I am back home for the summer. I have worked for a long time with two boys who are 4 and 7, two girls who are 7 and 11, and two boys 18 months and 4, so I am very experienced with those ages, but I have worked with both younger and older...

Eryn T. says "Could not be happier with Lauren. We were in a pinch because we had someone cancel last minute, and she was able to come over the day we contacted her! She...

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Sangiwe M.

Happy Valley, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
I am CPR certified, have a degree in Psychology and did child development as one of my modules, I do not have children of my own, but I have 6 nephews and nieces who I consider my children because I played a role in raising them, the eldest is 20 years old and I helped babysit him from when he was born. I have many years of...

John J. says "Sangiwe was a very calm, easy presence with our 2-year-old daughter, who wasn't able to spend 2 weeks with her grandma as a daytime caregiver. She rode...

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Felicity E.

Part Time/ Full Time Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hello, I'm Felicity! I am 26yrs old and have been in SE Portland for a few years now. I work as a hemodialysis technician while I am finishing pre-requisites for nursing school. I also just finished serving a contract with the U. S army as a medic. I have experience with children between the ages of 2-12yrs. I love being...

Denise D. says "Felicity was an excellent sitter for my two toddler age children. She was kind, attentive, and easy going. Recommended highly."

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Desirea T.

Part Time Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi my name is Desirea I'm 25 years old and I've been a working with kids for many years, gaining valuable experience working with kids from 3 months to 16 years old. I've also had the privilege of working with children and adults with disabilities. My passion for caregiving and my ability to connect with kids of all ages make me...

Anb D. says "Desirea was taking care of our 18 month old daughter and 5 year old autistic son for nearly 6 months. She was very patient, gentle, and dependable."

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Lauren B.

Part-time Baby Sitter

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! My name is Lauren. I am a lover of nature and art! I had my own jewelry business for 3 years and currently have my own photography business. I also love to play with clay, collaging, sewing and I always seem to be exploring something new! I enjoy getting outside whenever possible, whether thats camping, hiking, road...

Julia O. says "Lauren did a great job babysitting my son. She was fantastic with my son and was able to immediately make him feel comfortable. She was punctual, friendly...

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Rita L.

Sherwood, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Rita! I'm 25 years old and I'm a soccer player who plays professionally overseas however I'm home for the next few months preparing to go back. I graduated from the University of Montana in 2021 with my Bachelors degree in Psychology. In that program, I worked in a lab for one of my professors for 2. 5 years that...

Lauryn G. says "Rita was great with my twin boys (almost 2yrs old). Although Rita wasn't with us for long my boys really connected with her. She followed my instructions...

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Maricela V.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
As a former kindergarten teacher and current mentor for youth facing systemic barriers, my passion lies in nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I am confident in my ability to create a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment. My patient and...

Kathleen C. says "Maricela made instant friends with my kids! My 1 year old is a little hesitant so this was a big win :) My kids had a great time with her and are...

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Cheryl C.

Babysitter/Child Care/ Petsitting Available

Portland, OR

3.7(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a doctoral student finishing my capstone, professional petsitter and fitness professional of 10 years with a flexible schedule as I finish my licensing process (in March). I've worked as a tutor, camp counselor, a babysitter (age 2 mo to 11 yrs), a respite worker for kids on the autism spectrum (4-19 yr) and have volunteered...

Bedilia R. says "Cheryl has been providing after school care our family the past 2 months. She is very reliable, punctual, friendly, and trustworthy! My 10 year old son...

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Madeleine G.

Nanny And Artist In SE Portland!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a nanny and artist living in SE Portland. I moved to Portland after graduate school in 2021, and have been nannying and making art here since. I also work in survivor advocacy for a non profit a few days a month. Most of my nanny experience is with ages 3 months - 3. 5y, but I have also volunteered at schools (preschool,...

Harvard S. says "Maddie was a lifesaver! She stepped in for a couple weeks when my wife had pneumonia. With my job requiring traveling we desperately needed help, and...

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Teresa P.

Part-time Nanny

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a mother of 3 children, ages 12-30. I have a lot of experience looking after kids. I have done babysitting for kids of all ages, from 1 month after birth and on. My first language is Spanish, and I speak a bit of English (enough to communicate slowly). I can help tutor in Spanish if that's something you'd like. I'm looking...
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Alissa K.

Imaginative, Responsible And Fun Sitter

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 56 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! I have five years of experience working with kids as a sitter and a stepmother. I'm a former children's entertainer and personal assistant who adores children and pets. Due to the pandemic, many of the kids I cared for are under 4-years-old but I watch kids of all ages. I also have experience working with children with ASD...

Care Member says "She was so sweet and awesome! My kids loved her and she had high energy and smiles. She was prompt and kept me updated through the day. Highly...

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Kari M.

Beaverton, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've loved working with kids since I was very young and I've been volunteering at church for 8 years now, helping 3-4-year-olds. I'm currently looking for full time work for any age group. I have experience with multiple children, twin babies and children with diabetes. I love dogs and other pets. I am trained in CPR, first aid...

Rachel M. says "Kari is great with our 10-month-old twins. They love her. I would definitely recommend."

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Jordan M.

Beaverton, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience
I have recently graduated college with an elementary education degree. I have previous experience working in public schools and at Montessori's. Most of my experience is with children 2-6 but I am open to other age ranges! I love cats and have 3 fur babies at home!!

Morgan M. says "Jordan was great with our one year old son- she was punctual, communicative, flexible and took initiative last minute on a hectic day. We would work with...

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Callista N.

West Linn, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been babysitting for a few years now and I love it! I have experience babysitting for families in the neighborhood but I would love to branch out. I also am very comfortable with pets too!

Jessica W. says "Callista is the sweetest most helpful girl you will meet... you will not be disappointed!! Kids are drawn to her energetic, fun personality!"

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Emma B.

Fun Babysitter!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Jo Claire G.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Brandon M. says "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...

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Beverly B.

Available, Experienced, Fun And Caring, Educator And Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny specializing in infant care. I am also a newborn expert. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of Portland, where I studied dance and genetics. A Montessori alum, I enjoy promoting experiential learning, encouraging interaction and observation of a student's surroundings. I enjoy...

Care Member says "We’ve used Annie several times and she’s great with our kids. We know she can handle it when they’re extra upset to be left behind. "

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Janelli R.

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and bright! I like working with kids because kids are the future! They deserve patience, protection, and attention. In my spare time, I like to work on my photography!

Usheda J. says "Janelli is amazing. Very friendly, patient and kind with my child. She is always available when I need her. My child liked her from the very first meet....

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Raeana M.

Early Childhood Educator/Nanny/Postpartum Doula

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi! I'm a postpartum doula and former Health Equity & DEI Specialist available for a wide range of caretaking support. About me: - 10+ years of experience as a nanny, postpartum doula, and infant / toddler / preschool teacher in a Reggio Emilia setting - First Aid & CPR + Food Handler's permit - Reliable transportation +...

Sarah S. says "Wonderful experience caring for our 3-7 month old. Highly recommend."

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Madison R.

Experienced Full Or Part Time Nanny To Start ASAP!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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,...

Nicole S. says "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...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.32/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lake Oswego, OR

Babysitters in Lake Oswego, OR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Lauren D.

Could not be happier with Lauren. We were in a pinch because we had someone cancel last minute, and she was able to come over the day we...

- Eryn T.

Sangiwe M.

Sangiwe was a very calm, easy presence with our 2-year-old daughter, who wasn't able to spend 2 weeks with her grandma as a daytime...

- John J.

Felicity E.

Felicity was an excellent sitter for my two toddler age children. She was kind, attentive, and easy going. Recommended highly.

- Denise D.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lake Oswego, OR:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lake Oswego, 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 38 babysitters in Lake Oswego, OR on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Lake Oswego, OR babysitters on Care.com is $21.32 per hour as of October 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lake Oswego, 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.

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