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1,841 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Christina V.
Portland, OR
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Qualified. Experience In Medical And Managing Private Care. I Enjoy Being A Caregiver.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Highly skilled, 24 years experience. Good at connecting with patients and picking up routines. Started as a CNA in a Nursing Home for 3 years. Worked with long term and rehabilitation patients. Gained experience working with all ages and ailments. For 13yrs I fully cared for an elderly gentleman who continued to show improvement...
Christina can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Christina worked for me for 1 1/2 weeks after my total knee replacement. She tended to my medical needs, managed the housework and engaged in cheerful, uplifting conversations with me.
Her care far exceeded my expectations of what a hired caregiver would...
Gerd H.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Executive Functioning Coach. Educator trained in five major pedagogies. More than my academic training, it's the friendships I build with students that allow me to be an effective educator.
BA Education/MFA Literature. Three years collegiate teaching experience.
I've built education programs for nonprofits. During Covid, I...
5.0
"Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie helps him in multiple subjects, she has brought out the best in him, and goes above and beyond, with his writing assignments...
Elissa B.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 16 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 6yo 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lily is a gem! She's a highly dependable and nurturing care provider committed to Covid safety practices. She was our full-time nanny for 7 months and oversaw distance learning and care for our 8 year old child. You can trust her to take care of your children and...
Pam K.
Ava S.
Portland, OR
$22-26/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I think parenting is the key to a healthy development and to a good society, and a babysitter falls not too far behind. My 3+ years of experience with kids has been rewarding as to encourage me to pursue a career watching kids grow up and helping them to develop their skills! I may be 22 but my energy keeps me up to the whims of...
5.0
"Ava has been an absolute joy and godsend caring for my 2 year old son! Ava has been with my family for the past 7 months and has been a wonderful caretaker, play mate and role model. She is always on time, always helpful, very communicative and has done an amazing...
Margot R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My background is in early childhood education, with both professional and informal experience. I have taught and taken care of the mental and physical well being of children ages 0-6 in their homes, my home, and in a preschool and public school setting for over 10 years. I have extensive training on best practices and place a...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Jenn is amazing! She was our summer nanny, and continues to care for our family for date nights and events. She's kind, fun, brilliant, and wonderfully engaging for all ages (we have a 10yo boy, 8yo girl, and toddler/infant). She's cared for our kiddos since they...
Kacie K.
Cailyn B.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Cailyn! I graduated with an associates degree and moved from Portland, Oregon via road trip. I was previously working as a nanny and houshold manager for the past 3 years, but started a position working at an animal hospital here in Tampa. I'm hoping to work with families again whether that's part time,...
Cailyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We love Caylin. Although she was hired to care for our 12 mo old, she also interacted with our older twins (9 yrs) but taking them on walks and the park with our youngest. She was always on time and was willing to accommodate to our needs as a family. When we hired...
Cody B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Taylor! I am open to babysitting jobs! I have quite a bit of experience working with children - I have 6 siblings, 3 of whom are younger and I've babysat for years. I absolutely adore babies and have many years of experience with caring for infants. I love to play hide and seek and make arts and crafts with kids. I have...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor is very good with children of all ages. She is responsible and always willing to help out around the house with laundry and dishes. Any family would be lucky to have her watching their children."
Stacy S.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Marlena has been great with my kids and keeps them engaged!"
Rose S.
Giannah E.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 7 years of experience babysitting and nannying children ages 4 and 11. I can help with housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, grocery shopping, and errands. I will be going into my Senior year of Nursing School at University of Portland. Children and elders hold a special place in my heart and I plan on devoting...
Giannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Giannah was very nice, and super sweet. She gave me updates without being asked, which I really appreciated. She was great with my son, and I hope to book her again."
Annika M.
Emerson B.
Portland, OR
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Red Cross certified in babysitting which includes CPR and first aid. I have taken child development classes at my high school, ending the year with a 100% A. Over the summer, I worked at Tualatin Valley play school with ages 2-6 helping them with their fine motor skills and just to have fun! I am certified in the state of...
Emerson can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emerson went above and beyond! I had a last minute panic to find a good sitter for my two little ones and it was an all day need as I had to work this weekend. She was communicative, timely, took the kids to the park and I came home to a clean house and happy...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Friends and Families! My name is Negar and I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in communicative disorders. I have a Masters Degree in speech language pathology. I have been babysitting/nannying for years and would love to share my experience with you. I have a passion for working with kids as I have worked for camps, in...
Negar can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Negar's application stood out to us the most among a lot of other sitters in the area. She is qualified, professional, and so made for this job! I felt very comfortable and happy having her stay with my daughter because I knew they would get along! They clicked...
Christine B.
5.0
(2)
Hello parents and guardians! I am a 23-year-old auntie and pet mama, with 5 years of experience in nannying/babysitting. In addition to assisting with Travel and Swimming Supervision, I am well versed in a healthy routine. I have cared for all types of households including, but not limited to, Autistic, Down Syndrome, Bi Polar,...
Makenzie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Makenzie nannied for a family we spend a ton of time with and as a result she spent a ton of time looking after my kids. Not only is Makenzie clearly the kid-whisperer (I watched her handle a room full of kids from infant to 6 y/o like it was no thing), she also is...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kira. I have six years of nannying/babysitting experience with ages 1-14. I also have prior employment experience as a caregiver for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and as a K-12 math tutor. I work in the healthcare world these days, but I keep up with nannying and babysitting as my...
Kira can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kira is great. She's resourceful, responsible, and fun."
Erin G.
Anna P.
Portland, OR
$35-55/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am currently teaching 4th grade and have a lot of experience with other ages as well. I have been a nanny/babysitter since I was about 14, I love kids! I love arts and crafts, school, and any activity out there! I am very flexible and am very responsible. I have nannied many families with multiple children of all...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is a very dependable and fantastic with children. We have had numerous nannies and she is our very best. I highly recommend her."
Lynn K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Dayane. I'm Brazilian, and I have been caring for children for 6 years. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers, and I also one of my experiences I spent 18 months babysitting a baby born twins. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help...
Dayane can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Dayane was a great babysitter for my 2 kids. She had previously babysat my 2 year old and did a great job with him so when I needed a babysitter for him plus my new 2 month old, I contacted her again. She especially rose up to the challenge of bedtime. We've...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I teach piano and harp during the week, but am free weekends for babysitting/nannying. I've been teaching piano/babysitting/working with babies, toddlers, and kids for over 10+ years- I am flexible, easy going, and love to hustle and work hard!
Beyond music I love to travel, go to concerts, and spend time with friends and...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling
5.0
"Absolutely ADORE Megan! She is fun, patient, energetic, flexible and extremely capable. I would recommend her to anyone! "
Care member
Lauren D.
Portland, OR
$10-20/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:
First Aid
CPR
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.
Carissa R.
Portland, OR
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carissa is WONDERFUL. We would have her be our full time nanny if we had a need for it. Our baby boy loved her immediately and we never worry and can enjoy our date nights knowing he’s safe and well taken care off. She’s thoughtful, kind, patient, caring. We are so...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello!
I have been working with children for a large portion of my life. I began babysitting when I was 12 years old. I continued babysitting throughout high school and nannied my way through college. It was always the best job, from my perspective!
I have been a supervisor for an after-school daycare, taught swim lessons...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel taught at the preschool we sent our son to as well as watched him on numerous occasions. She goes above and beyond to spend quality and intentional time with kids in fun and educational ways. She has an incredible amount of experience with kids and babies!"
Riane S.
Mireille F.
Portland, OR
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Fun And King 24-year Old Personal Trainer Who Loves Kids And Loves Life !!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, personable, and playful
I love working with kids because I'm a big kid at heart! I have been babysitting since I was I was little and have always connected with kids. I am naturally quite silly and playful so we all tend to have a fun sweet time together!
I started working with kids...
Mireille can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mira has a wonderful personality, knows what is right and is highly dependable and responsible. I have trusted her with my own children more than once :). They love her and so do I!"
Anna S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Christina V.
5.0
Christina provided excellent care for my mom, who has dementia. Christina's professionalism, attention and patience created a safe and happy environment for my mom.
- Care member
Sophia R.
5.0
Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie helps him in multiple subjects, she has brought out the best in him, and goes above and beyond, with his writing assignments (her specialty). We feel lucky to have...
- Elissa B.
Lily C.
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 preps and very caring. Our son is...
- Lexi H.
Ava S.
5.0
Ava has been an absolute joy and godsend caring for my 2 year old son! Ava has been with my family for the past 7 months and has been a wonderful caretaker, play mate and role model. She is always on time, always helpful, very communicative and has done an amazing job making my son feel taken care...
- Margot R.
Jennifer K.
5.0
Jenn is amazing! She was our summer nanny, and continues to care for our family for date nights and events. She's kind, fun, brilliant, and wonderfully engaging for all ages (we have a 10yo boy, 8yo girl, and toddler/infant). She's cared for our kiddos since they were all infants. We love her and...
- Kacie K.
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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 1,841 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 $19.54 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 Portland, OR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, 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 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 749 reviews of the 1,841 listed babysitters.