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804 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Portland, OR
Zoe has helped watch my son on several different occasions. She is kind and loving and my son loves to play with her.
Review for Zoe M. by Hayley B.
We were very fortunate to have Kamden! We still love having her for when we do date nights (which isn't happening as much with COVID). She…
Review for Kamden H. by Kathryn P.
We hired Sarah to be our after school nanny for our two boys ages 9 and 12. Our 9 year old is visually impaired and autistic and Sarah has…
Review for Sarah S. by Megan B.
Babysitters in Portland, OR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
High Profile Nanny
Los Angeles, CA
2017 to 2020
Oversaw daily household operations including cleaning, laundry, meal prep, and errands
Provided safe transportation for children to and from school and activities
Packed and organized children's belongings for trips and outings
Cared for family pets and maintained a smooth,...
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Zoe has helped watch my son on several different occasions. She is kind and loving and my son loves to play with her. "
Hayley B.
Kamden H.
Portland, OR
$14-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Senior Nursing Student With 6 Years Of Experience Babysitting And Being A Caregiver.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a senior nursing student with several experiences working with people in need, including working at my local hospital. I spend my free time tutoring at schools and volunteering for organizations. I have had experience babysitting for several years now, caring for many different age groups. I have nephews and nieces of my...
Kamden can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were very fortunate to have Kamden! We still love having her for when we do date nights (which isn't happening as much with COVID). She watched our kids 6 and 8 over the summer. Our son is autistic and both of our kids loved her. She was very good about keeping...
Kathryn P.
Sarah S.
Portland, OR
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Fun, Hard Working Girl That Loves Babysitting Seeking A Well Fitted Job!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there, my name is Sarah I have been nannying/working with kids basically my whole life. My most recent nannying position was for a family for their infant until he was almost 2 years old. I decided to go back to school for hair design, I recently graduated and am currently pursuing a new career. However, I am looking for...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Sarah to be our after school nanny for our two boys ages 9 and 12. Our 9 year old is visually impaired and autistic and Sarah has been wonderful with him. She helps him with homework, reads to him, plays games, does crafts, is helping him learn guitar,...
Megan B.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
**Updated 2025** I took time off when covid hit, and am now ready to offer child care services. I am employed and work from home on light duty. Children 4 and under, specialize in infants**
My goal is to provide consistent, loving, disciplined care for children. Being a single mother, I am familiar with the difficult choices we...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Susan provided day childcare for my 7 year old boy for several years. She created a structured and balanced environment where my son felt safe and encouraged, but held firm to the restrictions I placed on the engagement. I am happy to say that though my son no...
Corey J.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lily. I am in my early forties, originally from Houston and now living in Portland with my amazing 7yo son. I am a warm, present and patient infant and toddler caregiver with a lifetime of experience with all ages. I pride myself in being creative, emotionally nurturing and ready to dive into the child's world.
My...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily is wonderful! She cared for our son from around 19 months-23 months, and I trust her completely. (Because of the pandemic we had not sought out normal daycare options until vaccinations for little ones were available.) She is thoughtful in the activities she...
Lexi H.
5.0
(4)
I'm a Professional nanny with a master's degree in psychology and step 10 childhood care.
am looking for a professional nanny job.
I worked as a professional nanny sharing with toddlers for 2 years (2022 to now)
I worked in a Montessori daycare as a lead teacher in the infant and toddler room for 2 years (2020 to 2022)...
Anahita can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Anahita provided excellent care for our 1-year-old son. She was nurturing, and attentive to his needs. We highly recommend her for any family seeking a caring and responsible caregiver."
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Greetings. I'm looking for families in need of child care. I have an AS in Early Childhood Education, a BS in Education and an MS in Special Education. I have been working with children for over 30 years and absolutely love it. I enjoy exploring, adventuring, reading, playing games, dancing, singing, getting messy, cooking, hula...
Adrienne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I am so happy we found Adrienne! She has been amazing at caring for our 6 month old son. She has an incredible approach to child care as a result of her vast experience working with kids. I'm pretty particular and wanted to be sure my son would be stimulated...
Camila R.
Alexandra M.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up in South Florida and currently attend OHSU for medical school. I have been working with kids for over 3 years and specifically worked as a behavioral health specialist for at-risk youth in our community. I swam competitively throughout college and still love to watch or play different sports. Some of my favorite...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Awesome sitter! Our kids adored her and she went the extra mile to meet our family's needs"
Charlie M.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first nanny job was when I was 20 taking care on a newborn (C) that just had open heart surgery & (H) her 6-year-old brother. My days consisted of newborn baby duties, potty training as she got older, proper medication doses, Doctor appointments, meal planning, dropping off & picking up (H) from school, sport activities, but...
Kalene can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kalene is a true professional! She confirmed she would be here the night before the job and texted when she was on her way in the morning. She was incredible with our son, you can tell she has deep experience with babies. We have been struggling to get him to nap...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a friendly and energetic special education teacher who has experience teaching kindergarten-4th grade. I am looking for families to support on an occasional basis on evenings and weekends (nothing full time as I am still a working teacher)!
Before being a teacher, I was a nanny for 3 years and have worked with...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madeline has babysat for us for about a year now for our twin boys, and she is absolutely wonderful. She is also very experienced as an IEP Chicago Public School teacher and working with children who need extra support. Our boys both have ADHD, so this was a very...
Care member
Lauren D.
Portland, OR
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 was GREAT with my kids, so friendly, and you could tell she has a lot of experience."
Eryn T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dechen. I am a recent grad from Boston College, graduating with a BS in Neuroscience and a minor in Spanish! I just moved home to Portland after living in Boston this past year and I will be attending PA school starting January 2025. While I am home I am looking for part time/occasional/ date night babysitting...
Dechen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dechen is wonderful. She was reliable and punctual. She was flexible with our schedules (2 working parents) and she was available for extra babysitting outside of our set schedule. She was trustworthy and very helpful during some challenging times. Our kids loved...
Katherine T.
5.0
(1)
I began babysitting when I was 13, I have babysat a newborn, as well as ages ranging from 3-6. I took a safe sitter course when I first began. In the past during the summers, I have nannied for four boys, each day taking them on fun adventures and teaching them social and behavioral skills. I also used to nanny for a newborn...
Marlena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Marlena has been great with my kids and keeps them engaged!"
Rose S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
**Current Availability: I am open and available for date nights/occasional babysitting on weekends***
I am a highly experienced preschool teacher, tutor, nanny, pet caretaker and a proud mom to my 12-year-old! I am CPR/First Aid Certified and have a clean driving record.
More About Me:
-I am a grad student
-I hold...
Adriana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Adriana was the best mommy's helper! I recently broke my arm and as a stay at home mom with my 1 year old, I definitely needed help. Adriana was always on time, has a fun and nurturing personality, and my son instantly liked her. She helped with household cleaning,...
Talin S.
Claire G.
Portland, OR
$22-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Claire, UofSC graduate originally from the DC area! I have been babysitting since I was 14 and I also have been a lifeguard for 4 years and am Red Cross certified. I have experience working at children's camps and nursery's and work well with all ages! I also have experience helping children with online learning.
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire was great with our 4 and almost one year old! Definitely looking forward to having her babysit again!"
Allison F.
Carissa R.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a warm & nurturing mama who will strive to understand your values & build trust by fostering an environment that honors/upholds those values. My first job was babysitting & I have remained passionate about children. Aside from raising my daughter, I have many years of experience working w/ children in various capacities...
Carissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carissa is so lovely with our son! She’s warm and kind and instantly put us at ease! "
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Mary A.
Portland, OR
$22/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider, my passion for nurturing and educating children stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles. I find immense joy in making a positive impact on their lives and supporting families by providing reliable care.
My approach to childcare is rooted in patience, creativity, and a friendly...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had the pleasure of having Mary as the au pair for my three children, ages 1, 3, and 5, for a period of four months. During her time with us, Mary demonstrated exceptional caregiving skills and quickly became a valued member of our household.
Mary excelled in...
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Bonnie T.
Portland, OR
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, meticulous and humorous.
I like working with kids because I love teaching and being about to be a good influence on them.
I'm looking for a job that has mutual respect and allow parents to be worried free. Growing up with working parents I'm used to babysitters and daycares, I've only...
5.0
"Bonnie was able to help us out on short notice, which was great. My 8yo loved doing crafts with her."
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Olivia L.
Portland, OR
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting by providing reliable & patient care for many years and absolutely love kids. I also make it a part of my goal to always add value whenever I can, so while I love to have fun & play there is still an expectation set that is attainable for every child' s stage in life.
I love crafts, exploring, creativity,...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is amazing! She is reliable, dependable, on time, and our kids adore her! We moved and would have taken her with us in a heartbeat. Any family would be blessed to have her care for their children. She actively engages with them. Reading, games, craft...
April F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Destiny. I am a senior nursing student who will be receiving my BSN by May of 2023. I am CPR/ALS certified through the American Heart Association as of 2021. I am also first aid trained. This past summer, I was a full time nanny for a 4-year-old boy as well as a part time nanny for a 4-year-old boy with autism and...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Destiny took care of my 7-month-old baby, all day for two days and was wonderful. After the first day, my daughter was absolutely in love with her. She played really well with her. Destiny was punctual, friendly, and very good at updating me and following my...
Tanya 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 804 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 $20.98 per hour as of May 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 466 reviews of the 804 listed babysitters.