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Go To Nanny!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
11 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Experienced career nanny with a team-player mentality that is willing to pitch in and create/maintain a warm, welcoming home environment. I strive to be a positive role model that has the ability to incorporate fun and creative learning experiences for children of all ages while being well-versed in developmental milestones for...

Care Member says "You would be doing your family a huge disservice if you didn’t hire Hope for your children. My daughter absolutely loves her and has learned so much...

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Nanny/ Mother's Helper

Portland, OR

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I am a Nanny and Mother's Helper living in Portland! I've been nannying for about 14 years, and the ages range from "just learning to talk" to "just learning to talk back to their parents" :) In 2015, I graduated from the International Culinary Center in New York, so I love to cook! I am currently seeking a part time...
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Birth And Postpartum Doula Offering Mother's Helper Services

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, I'm Emily:) I have 15+ years experience as a nanny with children of all ages but specialize in Newborn care. I have been a Birth/Postpartum Doula for the last 4 years. However, I recently decided to take a break from the on call life of birth and focus more on newborn/ infant care and postpartum help for mama. I would...
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Parents Helper

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Greetings! I love nurturing others, young and old. I have two adult sons. I'm interested in providing evening/overnight care and am open to being a Helper to the parents, including light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping and errands. I am focused on healthy eating (mostly plant based) and strive to be positive, supportive...
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Babysitter/Helper

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Alexis and I am a college graduate from Oregon State University who will be attending Physical Therapy school in the near future. I have been a babysitter/helper for families for over 4 years. I have been caring for and still care for the same kids since I started my babysitting gig. I am looking to expand my...
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Caregiver/ Home-care Helper

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Cameryn, I'm a college student majoring in healthcare. I've worked in childcare on and off for the last eight years; my time as a childcare provider has taught me extensively about compassion, organization, and patience. I also have experience with providing transportation and running errands, as well as cooking,...
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Babysitter, Tutor, Homework Helper Available

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a former nanny and graduate with my Master's in Education and a BA in Theatre, and am seeking part-time work! I'm relocating to Portland as of mid-August for my next big adventure. I babysat throughout middle/high school, and with the training for my degrees I've spent more than two years working with students ages 2-18. I...
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Positive And Exciting Family Helper

Portland, OR

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Chloe! I have been on a journey to find a job that is truly satisfying and beneficial to myself and the community these past two years. I have always known that I have a strong drive to care for others. Due to that the majority of my education is based within the medical field. With covid happening, like many...
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Portland, OR

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Megan, I recently graduated from nursing school and am passionate about working with children and families! I've worked as a babysitter and nanny for over 8 years and have experience with children 3 months to 11 years old. I love finding fun and age appropriate outdoor activities, crafts, and games to entertain kiddos....
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Teacher!

Portland, OR

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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name if Kirstin and I am currently a preschool teacher here in Portland. I have worked with children for almost 10 years! Early childhood development is my passion as well as my profession. I have babysat, nannied, worked at daycares, preschools, and have been a parent helper. I have cared for all ages, all needs, and up...
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Cheerful Caretaker For Elders Or Youngers

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
As the oldest in my generation of our family, I was gifted the opportunity to become a mother's helper early on in life. I've raised three incredible children of my own, and always felt most comfortable nurturing babies and caring for children. As a midwife, I've continued my education and exposure has been rich with a variety...
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Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Portland, OR

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Graduate Student pursuing my master's in Marriage & Family Therapy at Lewis & Clark College, with a focus on utilizing play therapy with young children. 15 years of childcare experience since starting off as a Mother's Helper in elementary school. Experience includes: child-focused volunteer opportunities, professional work as...
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Certified Waldorf Early Childhood Educator Happy To Help With Your Child Care Needs

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Aloha! I've recently arrived from Kailua, Hawaii on Oahu where I had my own preschool, The Green Preschool in Kailua. I'm kind of semi retired but I still want to be around kids and be of service to families. I would love to look after your little ones! And as a certified Waldorf Early Childhood Educator I know lots of games...
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Regularly Referred To As A Super Nanny

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 8+ years of experience with complete in home care of children as well as a House Manager / Mother's Helper. I also have experience in senior care, with Dementia Care certifications. The youngest child I have cared for is 6 months, the oldest 12. The pride of my career is having cared for a family of 4 kids through the...
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Babysitter/Nanny For 18 Years!

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have been babysitting since I was about 14 and before that I was a mothers helper. I have 15 years experience as a registered dental assistant and during that time have always worked with children ages 5-18. I always enjoyed caring for children even while I worked full time. I have taken a break from my career and moved into a...
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Mom, Ex-Nanny, Cub Scout Leader & Former House Cleaner Available For Part Time Work

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
13 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as calm, creative, detail-oriented I like working with kids because they are unique individuals who just need guidance and care to thrive I'm looking for a job that allows me to provide childcare, home and helper services I started working with kids when I was a teenager; I was a babysitter,...
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Portland, OR

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I worked for 4 years as a nanny and residential manager for a family with 2 pre-teens/teenagers and 2 dogs. Child care was my main priority; other responsibilities included pet care, errands, shopping, cooking, cleaning, organizing, scheduling, researching, managing the family calendar (healthcare appointments/...
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Portland, OR

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$18/hr
7 years experience
I am a creative and enthusiastic person who loves people, specifically kids. I am interested in opportunities that allow me to help people, solve problems, and express my creativity. My family and I do foster care so there are often kids running around the house, and since I was little I have always adored helping out. Through...
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Portland, OR

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My Name is Lucy C. I'm from Oakland, California and I currently live up in Portland with my three roommates (my best friend, bearded dragon, and pet pigeon) while I attend Lewis & Clark College. I plan on majoring in Bio and minoring in Neuroscience and Middle East studies! This summer I sat for a few families and built a...
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Part-time Caregiver

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi folks! I just moved to Steamboat to work at the resort and I'm seeking some childcare side jobs as well! A little about my is I started caring for children when I was still a child, at age 12 I was a "mother's helper" for the neighbor children while their parents went to the grocery store, had BBQ's, or did other activities...
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  • 45 mother's helpers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.33/hr as of October 2025

  • The average star rating for rated mother's helpers is 5.0

FAQs for finding a mother's helper

In a lot of cases mother’s helpers take on many of the same babysitter duties that a normal babysitter does. A mother’s helper can help with homework, can supervise children, and can even do light housework. The biggest difference between a sitter and a mother’s helper is typically their age. Usually, a mother’s helper is a “babysitter in training” who isn’t old enough to be alone in a home with children, but can help keep an eye on children while parents are nearby while taking some time to themselves. Review 27 profiles to see which responsibilities mother’s helpers near you are happy to take on.

Thanks to babysitting websites like Care.com, it’s easy to find qualified babysitters online near you, including mother’s helpers. You can search through Care.com profiles to find a mother’s helper who has the experience you’re looking for and can help tackle the top babysitting duties on your list in Portland, OR. You can even search by hourly rates and check out reviews from real families.

Similar to babysitting rates, mother’s helpers rates can vary based on different factors like their years of experience or where you live. Typically, mother’s helper rates near you start at $22.33.

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