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157 personal assistants are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 5 years
Personal assistants in Portland, OR
Casey H.
Portland, OR
$36/hr • 5 yrs exp
Warm, Caring, Experienced, Housekeeper Excited To Assist You And Your Household Needs!
4.7
(15)
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I enjoy helping others. Being able to assist families by providing a service which has an immediate impact on the living space is rewarding. It feels good to have a clean space. Often, when life gets busy our personal spaces are affected, clutter and disorganized spaces may present. Both affect our mood immediately. Housekeeping...
5.0
"Casey is exceptional!
We've been privileged to have her services for 7 months pre-covid and now again!
She is tenacious, incredibly detailed, hardworking, through, friendly, reliable and punctual.
Casey not...
Reviewed by Kathy R.
5.0
(3)
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Hi! I absolutely love spending time with children. I have over a decade of experience caring for youth, especially infants and toddlers. My background is in working with special needs children and studying behavioral therapy. I am also a mother and have CPR, first Aid and Child Safety training. Please feel free to reach out and...
5.0
"Amazing mother!
Jasmine is a loving mother to her child and our baby. She gave me the trust I needed to focus on my meetings while she took care of my child."
Reviewed by Niejah W.
5.0
(6)
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I'm an energetic, reliable, hard working person w a lot of experience that can help you and your household. I'm flexible and dependable. I have reliable transportation, full coverage, clean records ( background and vehicle) , Covid-negative and hoping something that starts temporary could become permanent.
5.0
(1)
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If you are looking for a different kind of caregiver, one who is proactive, ambitious, responsible, intelligent and well educated, look no further. You will be pleased with the high quality of care I provide to your loved one and at how much more smoothly the day goes with my expert oversight and management. Since I am well...
5.0
"Sandra was an incredible support to my mom, my family, and me during my mom's journey with dementia. From walks to garden visits to chair exercises and taking mom out for adventures, Sandra showed up with care,...
Reviewed by Rachel C.
5.0
(1)
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Hello! I'm Alivia. Your go-to when things get hectic and you need a helping hand. How do I know my potential employer will be lucky to have me? I've grown up in a home with personal assistants, know the ins and outs, and am very receptive to communication and attentive towards detail. I've done everything from running basic...
5.0
"Our house fairy! We started working with Alivia about a year ago. With two full time working parents, and two small boys, our house was feeling neglected. Alivia helps keep the train on the tracks with...
Reviewed by Molly I.
Charmaine W.
Portland, OR
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Occasional And Babysitting Available With 16 Years Experience
5.0
(19)
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VACCINATED x3. 16 years experience 0 to 14 years. Started when I was 15, was an assistant in daycare center for 2 years, Au pair for 5 years and principal/manager of a daycare for 2 years. Received several pediatric first aid/CPR qualifications over the years since 2005. Very loving, caring person that always puts the needs of...
5.0
"Charmaine cared for our daughter daily from about the age of 8 months to 14 months along with another child a few months younger. She took great care of the kids- I always felt confident they were safe and...
Reviewed by Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
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Hi,
Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am sincerely passionate about children's wellbeing and being an engaged and positive influence in child care. I have certifications for First Aid and CPR. I have experience with all ages of children, newborn through teenage, and caring for multiple children at once. I am...
5.0
"Jasmine has been very timely and has helped me greatly with cleaning tasks/and lifting objects up stairs. She's also very compassionate and caring and I've loved that about her!!!"
Reviewed by Peggy P.
5.0
(1)
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I have nannied for 13 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...
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!!"
Reviewed by Carla S.
5.0
(3)
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I am a disability paraeducator for young adults in the Portland School District: we help them grow their independence to be more self sufficient in their everyday lives, work, and relationships. I also specialize in Infant and child development; teaching foundational life skills, nutrition, autonomy, and healthy social...
5.0
"I am so happy my husband and I decided to welcome Faith in to our home to care for our baby girl part time. While I didn't get time to directly observe, my husband said Faith was so engaging with our little one...
Reviewed by Ellen C.
5.0
(1)
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I'm a college student who recently relocated from Ashland, Oregon. Ever since I can remember: I've been passionate about the care of children. I've worked as a nanny for the past 8+ years and before that I provided summer care for those in my neighborhood and family. Aside from caring for the children I'm also here to be support...
5.0
"Piper worked for me at my restaurant before working for me in the home-she's reliable, dependable, goofy, and kind-always honest and great with kids and adults alike. If she hadn't moved she would still be...
Reviewed by Curtis H.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Cayce!
I've spent the last 15 years as a nanny, doula, caregiver, CNA, nursing student, home cleaner/organizer, personal assistant, household manager, yoga teacher & health coach.
I'm also a personal trainer in training! Needless to say, helping is my jam.
I view my role as a helper to be a true calling. It brings me...
5.0
"Cayce is nothing short of phenomenal--I am wholly convinced there is no better nanny in the universe. Cayce watches our two boys, ages 2 and 1, three full days a week. Most importantly, the kids absolutely...
Reviewed by Hopi R.
5.0
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Hello! My name's Payton and I'm looking for a FT position in Portland, OR. I am currently located in Denver but I will be moving to OR in August!
I have been with my Denver family for 2. 5 years, taking care of 2 littles, now 3- and 1-yr-old.
Since high school I have worked date nights for up to 4 littles at a time. In hs I...
5.0
"My husband and I were so impressed with Payton. We had horrible luck with the first 4/6 interviews from the site being no-shows and were relieved when Payton arrived early. She would have been a great fit for...
Reviewed by Amanda S.
5.0
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Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Madison and I am 26 years old. Since this bio has to be brief, I will quickly give you some of my history working with children. I worked at a daycare as the Assistant Managing Director for 4 years, specializing in all classrooms (infants, wobblers, toddlers, jr. preschool, preschool, pre-k,...
5.0
"Madison has been a wonderful addition to our lives over the last year. Her gentle, creative, and nurturing personality have been exactly what our infant needed. She is a self starter and does little things for...
Reviewed by Nicole S.
Mollee O.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I worked as a personal assistant for multiple years for an elderly neighbor. I also have previously worked as a caregiver/cleaner at an assisted living home for 6 months. I enjoy helping people, and am kind and considerate.
5.0
"Mollee has been amazing as we navigate a very tricky situation in caring for a friend. She is incredibly patient and caring. She has given so much of her time and been so flexible with what was needed each day....
Reviewed by Victoria F.
Khristi L.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
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I'm a personal assistant which includes child care and pet care. House project management and administrative assistance is also a part of my experience. I meal plan, budget and cook. I love cooking. I'm organized and used to wearing 100 hats. I'm very trustworthy, reliable, flexible and have a can-do, positive attitude. I have...
5.0
"Khristi is the most dependable, genuine, hard-working person! Anything that I need she's already two steps ahead of me on."
Reviewed by Brita N.
5.0
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CNA- 6 years experience @ rehabilitation/long term facility
Caregiver- 2 years @ assisted living/ memory care
Private caregiver- 4 years with various family's
CPR trained
Driver License, Reliable car/ insured
I'm comfortable with pets :)
I love what I do, and I have many great references from RN's LPNs , CNA.
5.0
"Cory was a great help with my Mom who has early stage dementia. She was delightful, thoughtful, innovative and responsible. A breath of fresh air. My Mom can be a bit cranky and complains about most people...
Reviewed by Elizabeth T.
5.0
(1)
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Worked many years in social services with homeless, enjoy diverse personalities. Able to assist with chores, errands, groceries & meals. Pets OK. Non-smoker. Current CPR,
COVID VACCINATED & boostered. Reliable transportation.
5.0
"Stephanie helped care for my mom at home following major surgery and nine days in the hospital. Stephanie was kind, thoughtful, and dependable, and the perfect caregiver and companion mom needed at the time."
Reviewed by Susan S.
Miri Q.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hey! My name is Miri! I'd describe my personality as positive, friendly, and caring.
I started working with kids with my first job as a Teacher Assistant for K-2 and got babysitting/nannying experience through parents and my local community.
Qualifications include:
- current CPR/AED training
- comfortable with pets
-...
5.0
"Miri watched our 18-month-old son today and he had such a great time! She was really great with him. He laughed a ton and cried when she left. She showed up on time and left the house clean. We look forward to...
Reviewed by Connor S.
Kimberly N.
Portland, OR
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello parents, My name is Kimberly . I have been working as a personal care assistant to the elderly for 3 years now. I am trying to work and gain experience for college to become a Nurse. I also have previous child care experience as well, as my mother had a daycare. I work almost full time but the days that I have off, I would...
5.0
"Kim helped us take care of my dad during the final weeks of life when he was dying of cancer. She brought a wealth of experience and continued to surprise us with all of the skills and talents she could offer....
Reviewed by Nathan K.
Jana K.
Portland, OR
$20-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi! My name is Jana (pronounced as Jenna). I am currently working as a kindergarten teacher assistant at the BSD. I graduated from U of O in 2022 and am applying to med school!
If you are looking for an occasional, last-minute, or evening child care then I am your person! We can arrange it through messages too, just shoot me a...
5.0
"Jana was very communicative and provided great care for my 1.5yr old on last minute notice. We will absolutely ask her to provide care again."
Reviewed by Caitlin B.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Portland, OR
Casey H.
5.0
Casey is fantastic! The process to discuss work needed through fruition was really efficient! We spoke on the phone after exchanging messages via care.com. We also shared a video walk through after the first call.
She asked great questions and her intention of doing the best for our family was...
- Rachel V.
Jasmine H.
5.0
Amazing mother!
Jasmine is a loving mother to her child and our baby. She gave me the trust I needed to focus on my meetings while she took care of my child.
- Niejah W.
Sandra N.
5.0
Sandra was proactive, communicative, professional, and helpful from the start. Her description is completely accurate and she has many great skills and qualities besides, but the first thing I noticed about her (and constantly appreciate) is her punctuality. She is organized and has it together, but...
- Jai S.
Alivia N.
5.0
Our house fairy! We started working with Alivia about a year ago. With two full time working parents, and two small boys, our house was feeling neglected. Alivia helps keep the train on the tracks with everything from laundry and toy room clean-up to purchasing birthday presents and getting my car...
- Molly I.
Charmaine W.
5.0
Charmaine is a wonderful care giver, who bonds quickly and deeply with kids, and clearly loves what she does. She is very attentive, and my kids fell in love with her immediately.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Portland
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Portland, OR?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Portland, OR on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.67 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Portland?
Care.com has 157 personal assistants in Portland, OR. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from Portland or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Portland?
Most personal assistants in Portland, OR can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around Portland. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.
Ratings for Portland, OR personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Personal Assistants in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 117 reviews of the 157 listed personal assistants.