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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 12. I'm a graduate of Cleveland High School and a rising sophomore at Smith College. I am living at home in Milwaukie, near the Sellwood/Moreland area for the summer. I know summertime often brings the need for childcare, and I am here to fill that need. I have a car and really enjoy connecting...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I am currently a stay at home mother. My son is 1 1/2 and would need to accompany me while I nanny, and my step son is 9 and I have cared for him since he was 5. He is only with us half of the time. I have 2 nieces whom I have cared for since birth and are now 6. I've had plenty of overnight stays and camping trips with the...
Ciarra can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a college student home for the summer looking to save up money. I have lots of experience caring for my many nieces and nephews. I have watched 3 young children at a time and have watched them while their parents are on long vacations. I have a 3. 9 GPA and am also an RA at Oregon State University, so I am in charge of 30+...
Emma can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Emma was great! My 2yo really enjoyed playing with her! He was all smiles. Definitely going to ask her to sit for us again. Thanks again!"
Sarah H.
My name is Ruth, but I prefer to be called Gaby. Experienced Babysitter Available Whenever Needed.
I graduated as a medical assistant in 2017, meanwhile I worked as a private caregiver until graduated. I worked as a medical assistant for 1 year in Providence. After I went back home, where I studied psychology. I'm still work to...
Ruth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hello!
I'm Abagail!
I am a mom of a 2-year-old. I am bubbly, kind and patient! I am a stay at home mom looking to do something more! I absolutely love kids and have experience before becoming a mom!
Red Cross certified 2016, started babysitting for family friends.
Have been a nanny and babysat for multiple family's....
Abagail can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, outgoing and compassionate
I like caring for homes because I myself love having a home to come back to that's clean and I can just relax in and having to do that for others makes me happy.
In my spare time, I like to play sports as well as drive around, listen to music and...
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! I am a Camas-native who is currently looking for a nanny position with a local family. Growing up in a large family I have been around children for my entire life, but most recently I have been working a corporate job while babysitting on the side. Recently, I have decided to take a break from the corporate world...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Keilani cared for our daughter from the time that she was 4 months old until about 18 months when our schedules didn't align for her services. She also cared for our two large dogs and one cat as needed. Keilani was always on time, cleaned up after her and our...
Lisa O.
5.0
(2)
I have worked with children in a care setting for 25 years. My experiences range from babysitting, in-home, center based, volunteer work and respite care with special needs.
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It is very clear how much value Monica places in childcare. She is very engaged, and present when with kids. She is thoroughly competent, but also values parent opinion and feedback so that everyone caring for the children are on the same page, and in best interest...
Megan D.
5.0
(1)
I am the mother of three wonderful kids who are now adults! My hobbies include sewing, reading and classic movies. I am positive and upbeat but I also like just sit and have a good chat. I have been providing daytime childcare in my home periodically for the last several years but now I am transitioning to evening childcare in...
Kylene can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were brand new parents, and we hired Kylene as our son's nanny. She immediately put me at ease when we met: you could immediately tell she was nurturing, kind and fun. My son grew up spending time with her during his beginning years and he still is so happy...
Aubrey P.
Araceli M.
Portland, OR
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and kind. :)
I'm looking for a second job after I'm off from my school job to save up to meet some financial goals. I can babysit or nanny and pick up kids from school. I'd be happy also if the job was just picking kids up from school and dropping them off at home.
I started...
Araceli can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Araceli is a great fit for our family and was incredible with our son! She was always on time and always had a smile on her face. She was an excellent nanny and I would recommend her to any family."
Carly G.
Kimberly F.
Portland, OR
$35-49/hr • 18 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom-Summer Childcare/Babysitter/Nanny/Date Night/Last Min
4.8
(41)
Hired by 96 families in your neighborhood
I'm a stay at home SUPER mom who would love to help make life a little easier for you with caring for your child(ren). For the summer, babysitter, Date night, Nanny, drop off and pick up to my home availability is Monday-Friday 6 a.m. - 6 pm, with some flexibility on a case by case basis. I don' t mind doing last minute calls,...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Kim is AMAZING! Just like her bio said - she is a SUPER mom! My children love going to her house. She is extremely dependable and is very understanding of last minute changes or requests for childcare help. I would 100% recommend her and will be utilizing her...
Melissa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna, I am a graduate student at Pacific University studying for my Masters of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I have worked at daycares, been an in-home nanny, and have been a babysitter for most of my life. I love caring for children of all ages and I can help with travel, errands,...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Anna was great with our baby twins (and 2 fur children). I'd definitely recommend her as a sitter."
Care member
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as fun, doting, patient.
I like working with kids because they're so fun to hang out with, I love talking to them and getting to know them. I like giving them good memories, and a trustworthy, cool (hopefully), person they can talk to and look up to!
I'm looking for a job that is open about anything...
Regan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caring good listener always carefully and attentive "
Care member
Farah A.
Beaverton, OR
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Enthusiastic childcare-oriented Babysitter, motivated college graduate student and bilingual (Arabic/English) with 10+ years background caring for children of all ages in both home and church environments. Driven to inspire and teach children to be respectful, patient and positive. Enjoys being a team player in a diverse working...
Farah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"In few words Farah was amazing & reliable. My kids really loved her."
Peter M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a Portland-native who currently lives in Brisbane, Australia, but is home for the summer! In Australia, I teach primary school and nanny professionally. My most recent charge was a 6-month-old baby who is now nearly 18 months. I currently substitute teach, but prior I was a Year 2 teacher (6-7) year olds. I have also...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is the greatest. She is clean and organized and so positive. We love her!"
Care member
I first started caring for children in my teens with babysitting, to eventually working at an in-home daycare for children aged 6 months to 5 years after graduating high school. I then transitioned to working independently as a nanny for 2 children aged 2-3. In my time working with children, I have come to understand that they...
Ayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Jadyn S.
Wilsonville, OR
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Pre-Med Undergraduate From University Of Arizona With EMT Experience Looking To Babysit
Hi there! My name is Jadyn, and I am currently an undergraduate at University of Arizona studying Biomedical Sciences with minors in Public Health, Emergency Medicine and Biochemistry. While in school I work as an EMT and babysit part time! I am currently studying for my MCAT to apply to medical school this upcoming cycle and am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Karah R.
West Linn, OR
$20-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am currently a sophomore at the University of Southern California returning home for the summer and am looking for a summer job. I have been babysitting since I was 10 and began nannying when I was 13. I have previously worked at a preschool, church nursery, and spent my last summer working part time at the child care center...
Karah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mercedes B.
Beaverton, OR
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My Name Is Mercedes And I'm 19 Years Old. I Graduated From Mountainside High School.
I started working with kids when I was in middle school, I was the oldest kid in our neighborhood so I would babysit the other kids while their parents ran errands and went out to dinner. I'm now in my first year of college and still enjoy hanging out and watching kids in my neighborhood.
In my spare time, I like to hang out...
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Happy Valley, OR
Emma R.
5.0
Emma was great! My 2yo really enjoyed playing with her! He was all smiles. Definitely going to ask her to sit for us again. Thanks again!
- Sarah H.
Lauren D.
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.
Keilani L.
5.0
Keilani cared for our daughter from the time that she was 4 months old until about 18 months when our schedules didn't align for her services. She also cared for our two large dogs and one cat as needed. Keilani was always on time, cleaned up after her and our daughter, was dependable, and...
- Lisa O.
Monica L.
5.0
Our family has known Monica for almost 4 years and we cannot say enough good things about her. She has been involved with the care of two of our daughters who absolutely adore her. She is kind, dependable and knows exactly what she is doing when it comes to childcare. We trust her 110% with our...
- Heidi D.
Kylene G.
5.0
We were brand new parents, and we hired Kylene as our son's nanny. She immediately put me at ease when we met: you could immediately tell she was nurturing, kind and fun. My son grew up spending time with her during his beginning years and he still is so happy whenever he sees her. She is a...
- Aubrey P.
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Happy Valley, OR in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $16.00. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Happy Valley, OR help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 1 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Happy Valley, OR?
You can now find babysitters online in Happy Valley, OR with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 1 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.