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87 weekend nannies are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 7 years
Weekend nannies in Portland, OR
Melanie D.
Portland, OR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am currently a student at an accelerated nursing program. Previously, I was a Speech-Language Pathologist for a school district. I am looking to work a couple of hours a week while in school. I moved to Oregon about five years ago and have been loving it. I am originally from NY where I worked for a year in Brooklyn as a...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Caitlin B.
Portland, OR
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Vaccinated. I have 10 years of experience with ages 2 months - 12 years old. Bachelor's in family and human services. I use a constructivist and play based approach. I have experience working as an on-call nanny for a variety of families and I have worked in child development centers such as the Fruit and Flower Child Care...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm a Health Equity & DEI Specialist and certified Full Spectrum interested in weekend and/or evening shifts.
Some info:
- 10+ years of experience as a nanny, postpartum doula, and infant / toddler / preschool teacher in a Reggio Emilia setting
- First Aid & CPR + Food Handler's permit
- Reliable transportation + open...
Raeana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Raeana has a very good way with both children and animals. She is kindhearted, dependable and responsible. She very capable & someone you can trust."
Stacy B.
I have a decade of childcare experience. I've worked in several different preschools, giving me experience with RIE, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and Montessori philosophies. I also ran my own kindergarten pod during the covid lockdown - phew! I've worked as a nanny and I'm now getting my master's degree and teacher certification in...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Hello :)
My name is Emma, and I'm a recent transplant to Portland looking for babysitting gigs. I'm a former toddler and preschool teacher, a nature lover, an artist, and an educator with a focus on child development.
I'm looking to become part of your village to help with weeknight or weekend day childcare. I currently work...
Emma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat kids ranging from the ages of 6 months to 12 years old. I have taken courses in CPR for babies, young children and adults, and I also have lifeguard training. I am available afternoons, evenings, and weekends. I also have experience with working with kids at the Public Library as the head of the kids chess club,...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Natalie watched our children for two years. She was always willing to help our family out. She would cook, run errands, do chores, make appointments, and watch the children. She is the equivalent to a modern day Mary Poppins.
Natalie is an exceptional human. She...
Marie V.
Hello! my name is Sam and I use they/he pronouns. I have been watching children of all ages since I was 12 years old. I have been a professional nanny for about three years, and most of that time I have been nannying newborns, babies, and toddlers for most of that time. I have also been a registered behavior technician, so I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
I have worked as a professional child care provider for over 20 years and I am certified in infant/child/adult CPR and first aid. In my child care center, I worked with children from birth to age 12 as a care provider. As a social worker I have worked with teens as a case manager for at-risk teens. I currently work in Social...
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kim has been an amazing Nanny for our 2 year old C. She has gone above and beyond any expectations I ever imagined I would find from Care.com. She keeps my son involved in multiple activities such as music class, gym, story time, parks, museums, you name it. C. has...
Keri S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lizzy. I'm 31 years old. I have 9 years of experience in full/part time nanny work, weekend babysitting, assistance in daycare as well as volunteering.
I graduated from Oregon College of Art and Craft with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing and Painting. I love incorporating my skill with kiddos.
I worked as a...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz was wonderful with my children (both under 3 years old). She was friendly, loving, and yet had great discipline strategies she used with the children. She always followed my directions and asked questions to clarify if she needed to. She went above and beyond...
Sharon J.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Victoria and I think kids are the BEST! I started babysitting when I was 14, and was a nanny during college for two awesome girls. I am a PR professional (and aspiring Cool Aunt) who works from home, so I'm best suited for weekend and evening jobs.
I love trips to the library, Broadway musicals, craft nights,...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey there! My name is Jessica and I am a teacher looking to spend time with kids during my summer break. I have had 15 years of babysitting and nannying experience, as well as experience as a camp counselor. I am also a licensed teacher so have experience with older children as well. I love taking care of, playing with, and...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Sara H.
Portland, OR
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families. I have 20 years of early childhood experience and my Bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I currently work a full time job (8-5, M-F) at a school. I am available for occasional date night and weekend care jobs at this time.
I worked 8 years in one childcare facility working with ages 6 wks to 6 years....
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Meredith R.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Adventurous, Respectful, And Patient Caregiver With 6 Years Of Babysitting/nannying Experience!
Hi! My name is Meredith, I recently graduated from PSU with my BA in Community Development. I have nannied and worked with kids all throughout my high school and college careers and have loved every second of it! I enjoy art projects, reading, and outdoor activities.
I'd describe my personality as thoughtful, humorous, and...
Khiaura W.
Portland, OR
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi Families! My Name Is Khiaura And I Am Hope To Take Some Weight Off Your Shoulders!!
Hi families! I am a junior at Portland community college majoring in nursing field (labor and delivery/peds)I have just gotten settled into school and gotten my rhythm down so I'm now on the hunt for a Nanny position (new to care. com community) I am looking for 4-5 days a week 32-40hrs wk. Depending on the notice in advance I...
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
CPR
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
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of having Dayane as our infant son’s Nanny for the past 4 months. I recently decided to stay home or I would have kept her forever. She is the epitome of excellence when it comes to caregiving. She is punctual and dependable. Her excellent...
Care member
Annecy C.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have worked with children at every age, from four months to 17 years. I began my childcare career at a summer camp serving 5-8-year-olds. I then started working as a nanny, first for a family with 7 and 9-year-olds, then for one with a 3-year-old. I moved onto working for the outdoor school program, where I helped 6th graders...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi!!
My name is Lydia! I'm currently employed at a daycare so my start time is flexible! My heart is trying to pull me back to nannying/babysitting! I'm looking to fill my week. I'm available, Monday-Friday anytime between 7:30am-6:30 p.m.
I've worked with kids since I was 18, and I still find it to be something that I love...
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! My name is Ella, and I am a senior at Reed College looking for some weekend work. My childcare experience began when I was 11 years old and working as a nursery aide at my church, but I have also part-time nannied and babysat for multiple years. My parents are both primary school teachers with 30+ years of experience,...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi! I don't have any kids of my own, but I do have years of experience working with children. I earned my teaching license and bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Western Oregon University in 2018. I currently work from 9-5 M-F as an infant and toddler teacher but have experience working with all ages. Since...
Brook can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I am an experienced educator and mental health provider with over 15 years of experience working with kids! I am a mental health counselor who works with unhoused youth. I care a lot about making sure young people feel seen and heard, and enjoy creating safe a supportive environments where kids can play and explore. I have...
Ruby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Raeana M.
5.0
Wonderful experience caring for our 3-7 month old. Highly recommend.
- Sarah S.
Natalie A.
5.0
Natalie watched our children for two years. She was always willing to help our family out. She would cook, run errands, do chores, make appointments, and watch the children. She is the equivalent to a modern day Mary Poppins.
Natalie is an exceptional human. She cares deeply for the kids she...
- Marie V.
Kim M.
5.0
Kim has been an amazing Nanny for our 2 year old C. She has gone above and beyond any expectations I ever imagined I would find from Care.com. She keeps my son involved in multiple activities such as music class, gym, story time, parks, museums, you name it. C. has learned so much from Kim in the...
- Keri S.
Elizabeth F.
5.0
Liz was wonderful with my children (both under 3 years old). She was friendly, loving, and yet had great discipline strategies she used with the children. She always followed my directions and asked questions to clarify if she needed to. She went above and beyond just babysitting. We feel so lucky...
- Sharon J.
Dayane G.
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 recently moved our toddler out of his...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Portland, OR
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Portland, OR?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Portland, OR, you can search through 87 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Portland, OR?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Portland, OR depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $21.68 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Portland, OR?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Portland, OR, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Portland, OR take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 87 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Portland, OR to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Portland, OR?
All weekend nannies near you in Portland, OR found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Portland, OR weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Portland, OR are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 68 reviews of the 87 listed weekend nannies.