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817 babysitters are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portland, OR
Kimberly F.
Portland, OR
$35-49/hr • 18 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom-Summer Childcare/Babysitter/Nanny/Date Night/Last Min
4.8
(42)
Hired by 97 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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Kim is an amazing gal to watch your kiddos. She has helped us with more than just child care, she helped teach us some tips and tricks being first time parents. I appreciate her transparency and all the updates I receive during the day. I absolutely recommend her...
Noelle S.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Paige and I would love to be your child's/children's Nanny! I have many years of experience from newborns all the way to teenagers. I genuinely love this work and can't see myself doing anything else. I'm also an experienced swim instructor and have worked a great deal with elderly. If you have any more...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"What can I say? We were very fortunate to have Paige as a nanny for our child. The baby was in daycare before the pandemic, and we decided to bring him in and get him a nanny until things got better.
Paige was exceptional! She loved our son and took care of him...
Zee D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature, devoted and reliable babysitter/nanny with many years of childcare experience. I have experience in paid babysitting with kids as young as a newborn baby girl to adorably mischievous 3 and 5-year-old brothers to 8-year-old fraternal twin girls (with very different personalities), and worked as a nanny for two...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate plays with our little boy, feeds him, all the usual infant things, plus we trust her to drive him across town several days a week. She does light housekeeping as well. She is also interesting and amusing just to talk to. She was a great find. "
Janet C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
December 2023 BA graduate!! Looking to gather experience in fields working with children and the elderly. Babysitting allows me to have fun while obtaining experience working with young children. Growing up in a home where I assisted my siblings by taking care of my nephews at a young age I picked up information rapidly that has...
Daysia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Daysia was lovely with the kids! They absolutely adored her and she voiced her excitement as well as the children! They couldn't have been more happy. From watching movies to singing with them they had a blast! After-school work was extremely helpful also. The kids...
Carter S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents! Shelby here. I am a Portland native who has been in childcare for over 10 years. I have worked with multiple families and children of all ages. I am an open hearted and minded fun loving nanny who loves to PLAY! I am a musician and also offer beginner guitar and ukulele lessons; music, dance and curiosity are...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shelby is a thoughtful, skilled and mellow presence in our house. She has watched our 3-year-old and 6-month-old nearly full time for the last 2 months and has been a joy. She brings a spirit of fun that the children love! I recommend her without reservation."
Amy H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have many years of experience caring for children. I grew up watching my little brother. When I turned 13, I started babysitting. At 15, I worked at a daycare for the local gym. At 18, I worked at an overnight camp for children of all ages. At 19, I was a live-in nanny for 3 years during college. I have been back to...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca was a rock star! This was only our second time using Care.com and it was such a pleasant experience. Rebecca's communication from the beginning was great. She not only was willing to take care of our 2 little girls (2.5 and 11 months) but she was also...
Frankie L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am 51 years old and have more tham10 years of experience with children's newborn through school age. I am extremely responsible, honest, very organized and a hardworking person. I can do light housekeeping, driving and laundry. I am an English/Spanish speaker, a non-smoker and have no problems with pets. I love taking the kids...
Xennia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Xennia is wonderful with our toddler. Very patient, a good reader and very engaged in play."
Tamara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I recently moved to Oregon from Nevada where I was in graduate school. I have previous tutoring and small group experience with elementary and middle school aged children, and babysitting experience ranging from infant to late middle school. I am comfortable with all ages with CPR/AED and First Aid training. I have been a...
Casey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Emma, I'm 19 and I'm a student at Portland State University. I've been babysitting for 6 years now, and I have experience with children of all ages. I have been CPR/first aid certified through the Red Cross and I'm an only child so I really enjoy spending time with kids! I also work at an elementary school, so have...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma is fantastic with kids and makes her time with them fun and interesting. She watched our daughters for the summer and they developed a close relationship and had many fun outings and adventures. Very reliable and mature. Highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working with children from Best Summer Camp for 4 years. I have also had experience working with special needs children for 4 years. Along with those things, I have had experience working with children during basketball camps!
Daejah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bre and I am a licensed teacher of five years. During the school year I teach second grade. Now that it is summer break, I am looking for tutoring/ baby sitting jobs to keep me busy. Aside from teaching, I enjoy dancing, being active, and reading! I am passionate about play based learning, enjoy doing STEM...
Breann can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"My girls loved Bre, and we were all very sorry to see her go. She was always very clear in her communication with me and eager to help my girls learn though play. She would happily play games with them and do art, etc., but her love of early learning especially in...
Brittney K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Maria I am from Bogota Colombia. I was an au pair in Oregon for 7 months, I have experience with children of all ages, both in Colombia and in the United States.
I have a driver's license from the state of OR, and I have my own car.
I'm a hardworking, fast learning, and enthusiastic young person. I genuinely...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My partner and I would highly recommend Maria! She has been watching our infant from 4 months old to now that he is 7 months, and she has done a wonderful job at every stage. She is very kind, attentive, and gentle. We look forward to continuing to have her help,...
Manuel G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love working with children. I come from a large family, so have always been surrounded by children of various ages, and I began babysitting very young. I have worked as a nanny for two different families for three years. The children were aged 9 months, 3 years, 4 years, 6 years and 9 years. I provided basic care,...
Hillary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"kids love her, they have a great time :)"
Jennifer T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 30, and have been working with children for over a decade now. Most of my experience has been working with neurodivergent children. I have gained a lot of experience through working as a nanny, a behavioral therapist, a classroom aide, and a preschool teacher. I graduated from George Fox University...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Hannah was so great with our kids! She surpassed our expectations with her enthusiasm and reliability looking after several kids and a baby. Fantastic experience; I would definitely hire Hannah again."
Care member
5.0
(4)
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
"She has watched my youngest 2 periodically for more than a year and has always been great. She is particularly skilled with small babies."
K D.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm currently employed with Playworks, a national nonprofit that teaches youth social-emotional learning through games, as a Program Specialist.
As a Playworker, I have extensive knowledge of various games that I'd be happy to play with your kiddos. I also love being outside in addition to doing arts and crafts.
I...
Marie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marie is professional, warm and overall trustworthy person. My kids and dog enjoy spending time with her and I feel very lucky to have found her.
We trust her to drive and spend weekends with our children and pet in our home. I can not say enough good things...
Christine S.
5.0
(5)
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 25 at NYU Grad School, 19 at the U. S. Naval Academy, and 15 years old at an immersion high school.
When working with kids, I love...
Lhamo can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lhamo is such a wonderful, gentle, kind, and nurturing caregiver. We have know her for several years (approx 7) and she has always been prompt, dependable, & professional. She shows nothing but the utmost kindness and respect to our children. I can't recommend her...
Julie W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am an elementary school teacher with 8 years of experience in the classroom and almost 15 years of experience with babysitting. I am a very involved babysitter and enjoy craft projects, trips to the park, reading, and baking.
Abby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby was an awesome sitter for our two kids. The kids loved her and she was great about communicating before and during the job. Would definitely hire her again."
Sean P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Kimberly F.
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 services going forward. I have no...
- Melissa C.
Paige R.
5.0
Paige has watched our son since March 2021. She started with us when he was only five months old and has been an integral part of helping him become the kind, silly, sweet 20 month old he is today. Now that he is almost two we have decided to put him in school - hardest decision! Paige has helped me...
- Marchelle M.
Katelyn S.
5.0
Kate helped my husband and I with our 7-month old son while I attended a workshop at a university. She was a great help and is a very positive and flexible person. She took care of him at the university, at our rental, brought him to me to breastfeed, bottle-fed him, drove my husband and baby to and...
- Candice S.
Daysia B.
5.0
Daysia was lovely with the kids! They absolutely adored her and she voiced her excitement as well as the children! They couldn't have been more happy. From watching movies to singing with them they had a blast! After-school work was extremely helpful also. The kids were a bit shy at first but warmed...
- Carter S.
Shelby S.
5.0
Shelby is a thoughtful, skilled and mellow presence in our house. She has watched our 3-year-old and 6-month-old nearly full time for the last 2 months and has been a joy. She brings a spirit of fun that the children love! I recommend her without reservation.
- Amy H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portland, OR:
How can I find a Portland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portland, OR can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 817 babysitters in Portland, OR on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Portland, OR?
The average rate for Portland, OR babysitters on Care.com is $20.34 per hour as of October 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Portland, OR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portland, OR through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Portland, OR babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 409 reviews of the 817 listed babysitters.