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Find nannies in Portland, OR that you’ll love
878 nannies are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
What others are saying about nannies in Portland, OR
Leslie is amazing. She is gentle and even tempered. She was able to handle my inquisitive and willful three year old with ease. We were very…
Review for Leslie H. by Carla S.
Emme is very dependable and was a great nanny for us. She took care of our two boys in the mornings, getting them up and ready for school.…
Review for Emme F. by Laura G.
Eleanor has been a wonderful babysitter (for date nights) for our two girls, ages 6 & 4. They always look forward to her arrival. Would…
Review for Eleanor R. by Brittany L.
Nannies in Portland, OR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have nannied for 14 years professionally.
I have worked one time gigs, months & years of loyalty.
Upon Graduation, I worked one position with a full time schedule for a family of 5. I cared for them Fall 2016- Summer 2021. At one point their ages were 3 kids under 3 years old. I have experience with twins! This only ended...
Leslie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Leslie is amazing. She is gentle and even tempered. She was able to handle my inquisitive and willful three year old with ease. We were very happy with her!!"
Carla S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Emme, and I am currently looking for a full-time (around 30 hours a week) childcare position.
I have been a nanny here in Portland for the past 8 years. I absolutely love children, and find them to be my true calling. I specialize in infants and toddlers, and was previously a lead toddler teacher at an...
Emme can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Emme is very dependable and was a great nanny for us. She took care of our two boys in the mornings, getting them up and ready for school. We highly recommend Emme!"
Laura G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Eleanor. I am a 23-year-old artist living in Northwest Portland, hoping to find a full or part time nannying job.
I am a very compassionate person and I love working with kids. It is important to me to help support whatever your needs are as a family. I was an art teacher for 3 years at Maude Kerns Art Center, while...
Eleanor can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Eleanor has been a wonderful babysitter (for date nights) for our two girls, ages 6 & 4. They always look forward to her arrival. Would absolutely recommend her!"
Brittany L.
Mackenzie B.
Portland, OR
$24-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Early Childhood Development Nanny-Mom Looking For Fulltime Family
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Mackenzie!
I have a degree in Early Childhood and have years of nannying experience. I have also worked at a child care center for 4 years as the lead teacher. I have a certificate in CPR and First Aid. I also have a reliable car (2015 Ford Explorer) and I'm a non-smoker. My favorite thing in life is caring for...
Mackenzie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"MacKenzie has been caring for our 6 month old and she has been absolutely amazing with him. She is kind, fun and considerate with the needs of our home. She is very in touch with baby milestones and knows how to help him grow. It has been such a blessing having her...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Welcome to my bio!
My name is Meredith. I have over 13 years of experience caring for children ages 0-12. I moved to Portland in 2020 from California where I was the nanny (Aunt Mer Mer) for two smart and wonderful girls, now 12 and 16 years-old.
In Los Angeles, I also worked in film, music and food so I am comfortable in the...
Meredith can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Meredith is the BEST! She worked for my family for over 10 years, off and on. From babies to teens, she is experienced and takes detailed instruction well. She is educated, warm, creative, fun, active and all-around delightful. Hire her before someone else snatches...
Purvi G.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Nathalia, I am 30 years old and I have been working as Nanny for 8 years, and also have 2 years of great experience as an Au Pair. During my exchange program, I worked with the same family for 2 years. I love kids and how curious and passionate they are. I am very creative myself, so it is fantastic to interact...
Nathalia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Willow and I'm an experienced caregiver looking for work. I usually work full time as a nurse in long term care but due to low census at my facility my work hours have been temporarily reduced! I have almost full time availability Monday-Friday open through Sep 30th to offer childcare services. I have around...
Willow can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Willow to care for our first son when he was 4 months old. She has been with our family since that time (almost 2.5 years). Working full time and never missing a day! Willow is dependable, clear with communication and wonderfully loving and caring with our...
Sarah L.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I watch children from ages 0-15 all the time. I also took Early Childhood Education classes and am well versatile in different parenting techniques! I am certified in First Aid and CPR. Would also love to mention I worked at a specialty pharmacy for 3 years in case meds need to be given. Thank you!
Itzel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
[CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, thank you for understanding] Hello! I am a graduate from the University of Minnesota Morris with a B. A. in Psychology with a focus on child development and a minor in sociology with a focus on childhoods. I have a combined eight years of experience in various settings and varying ages and abilities of...
Madilyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madilyn is an amazing caregiver. She’s so easy to communicate with, she’s smart, and so engaged with our 5 year old. She knows how to follow his lead, play, and be creative. We feel so lucky to have found her."
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Eliza S.
Portland, OR
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional & Mindful Nanny With Over 15 Years Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings lovely parents and guardians!
How are you? My given name is Eliza, but I go by Nixie. My philosophy as a nanny is a blend of mindfulness, exploratory, authoritative, magical/creative play-based learning, and gentle redirection; I am also aware of my own non-verbal communication and my reactions to others. Activities...
Eliza can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I worked with Elizabeth at an elementary school where I observed her working with small children who were in special education. She is kind, patient, and nurturing. Children seem to gravitate toward her and she is able to maintain calm even in difficult situations....
Diana V.
5.0
(6)
Hi, my name is Lhamo, and I am a nanny with over 25 years of experience, especially providing care for infants and toddlers, with many references available. I've raised three kids on my own: ages 26 at NYU Grad School, 20 at the U. S. Naval Academy, and 16 years old at an immersion high school.
When working with kids, I love...
Lhamo can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are so grateful for Lhamo and her wonderful care for our child. She has an excellent understanding of babies’ developmental stages and is very interactive, always engaging our child in meaningful activities. She often takes our child for walks around the...
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Emma H.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Gentle And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time Work Starting In October
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love children and am so passionate about providing the best care possible for every child I watch. I really value building relationships with kids and honoring each child's individual needs. I love spending time playing and exploring the world with them, and helping to foster their imagination. It's so amazing to see how they...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Emma is so good with our son (2.5 years). He absolutely adores her, and they have tons of fun together. She is always on time, keeps our son stimulated and entertained, and does a great job of upholding our family rules and routines. Emma is great a communicating...
Makenzie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jess, also known as "fun Jess" by children I have cared for. I call myself "the holistic nanny" because I have a Bachelor's degree in Integrative Health Sciences am well trained in the field of nutrition, exercise, herbs, and supplementation. Having this unique background as a caregiver allows the parents to...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Jessica did a great job for me boys and they liked her a lot!"
George L.
Alana D.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/nanny Available Whenever! I'm Taking Online Classes And Have An Open Schedule
5.0
(2)
My name is Alana and I have been taking care of kids my entire life! I have three little brothers and a whole neighborhood full of little ones. I love having fun, being energetic and I have a strong maternal instinct to protect! I am going to college to be a therapist currently doing all my classes online so my schedule is very...
Alana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Alana was a wonderful addition to our family! We have a 9 month old baby girl and a 2 year old boy and she was absolutely amazing with both kids can multitask very well and never left me feeling worried in the slightest! Would absolutely recommend to anyone in need...
Geneive K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Maddy, I'm living and working
I've been working in childcare for 10 years and have had lots of experience babysitting all different aged kids and working at summer camps and afterschool programs. I have a reliable car and a Wilderness First Responder certification that covers advanced first aid and CPR. I love...
Maddy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with my son and he loved her"
Kristin B.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Samantha. I am 29 years old I have been babysitting children since I was about 13 years old. I am currently looking for a few part time jobs. I have watched children from ages newborn to 16. I enjoy watching them grow and watching their skills develop. When I work, I ensure we engage in indoor and outdoor...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I am a colleague of Samantha's. She is a great worker and loves to be with the kids. Not only have we "co-nannied," but I have used her as a "sub" nanny when I wasn't available. She made a great impression with the family! She is very active with the kids, enjoys...
Brittany B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love being active and interacting with children. I would much rather play games or go for walks then sit and watch movies all day. I am the oldest of four and I have been watching children since I was about 10. I have taken care of children ages 6mo. to teenagers. I love children and love their creative brains and the funny...
Marinda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Marinda was great, I just wished our budgets would have matched! She arrived on time to our initial meeting and to each day of her brief time nannying for us. Although we weren't there to be certain, she seemed engaging with both our boys and we liked her...
Jessica T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Pediatric Speech-language Pathologist. Not currently open for reccuring positions. May be able to make date nights or occasional sitting work. I have experience with children between birth to 18 years. Significant pediatric experience in both a personal and professional capacity. I have a 7-month-old boy. I have bountiful...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
3.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as a school teacher for grades K-4. I also worked as a preschool Spanish and music teacher and enjoy very much sharing Spanish and music with children. I am fully vaccinated and boosted for Covid 19 safety. I am in the process of renewing my CPR certification. I play the guitar, cello, Ukelele and sing. I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah showed kindness and patience with our children. She brought crafts and music to entertain them. She was especially liked by our preschooler. We will invite her magic back again."
Khamille N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Cindy. I graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology. I currently have my CNA license and work in the ER at Good Samaritan. I always light up with joy around kids. Their creativity and positive attitudes are fascinating to me. I enjoy finding creative ways to keep kids off...
Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cindy was absolutely wonderful with our young daughter. She watched her from 3 months old to 5 months old for 4 days a week and was always up for doing whatever it took to keep a newborn happy! As with any newborn, ours had her days and Cindy always had a smile on...
Matthew K.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portland, OR
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Portland, OR?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portland, OR is as of is $22.23 per hour as of May, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Portland, OR?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 878 in Portland, OR. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Portland, OR?
You can find different nanny services in Portland through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Portland, OR with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Portland, OR nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Nannies in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 707 reviews of the 878 listed nannies.