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908 nannies are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of October 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 7 years
Nannies in Portland, OR
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Maddy, I'm living and working in SE Portland near Hawthorne.
I've been working in childcare since I was 16 (I'm now 25) 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...
Maddy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with my son and he loved her"
Kristin B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently looking for a full time position in the Portland area, I have experience working with newborns through elementary age children. I spent the last 6 years with a family in Washington helping raise their 2 wonderful children. My normal duties at work were as follows: preparing meals, dropping off/picking up from...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is wonderful with my kids- they both love her and look forward to times when she cares for them. Whichever family invited her in will be lucky to have her."
Justin M.
Eliza S.
Portland, OR
$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional & Mindful Nanny With Over 15 Years Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family 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 I...
Eliza can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a bachelors degree in Social Work. I have over 20 years of experience in my field. I have worked with every age from newborns to elderly. I have 2 children (18 and 20) and I have volunteered hundreds of in-classroom hours at my children's schools. I love animals and the outdoors. I also enjoy cooking and baking. I believe...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Heather has been watching my 3 month old daughter now for about a month and she is wonderful!! She always shows up early and in a happy mood. My daughter can be very fussy for strangers and Heather is always at ease with her and can get her to stop crying (a...
Jenna W.
4.3
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I'm Wendy, and I'm excited to bring my extensive childcare experience and nurturing approach to your family. With over 16 years in the field, I'm dedicated to providing a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for your children.
I grew up on the Oregon Coast and moved to Portland 27 years ago to further my education....
Wendy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
4.0
"Wendy is great with kids and figured out what my son needed and wanted quickly. I only state I would not hire her again because I have found childcare that better fits my erratic schedule as Wendy needs more stable income than I can provide."
Kacy B.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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 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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I ensure the safety, well-being, and overall development of a 20-month-old boy. I am responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth of the child.
The primary responsibilities include:
Childcare and Supervision: The direct care and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth is an absolutely amazing nanny! She is one of the most kind, open-hearted, flexible and talented nanny's I know of. She has been working with my 18 month old son for almost 1 year and we are infinitely grateful for the positive rapport that she has...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting when I was 12. In college, I tutored, taught and facilitated educational seminars for students between Kindergarten and 12th grade. I recently left a full-time preschool teacher position at a large, private preschool after 5 years. I am currently working part-time with a small group of children in a...
Lilka can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lilka/Lily is an exceptional young woman, blending a host of teaching and childcare skills and experience with a gentle, patient, loving commitment to children. Bringing a dedication to caring for, encouraging, and nurturing kids, Lily engages them in a way that...
Greg C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thanks for taking the time to look my profile over! I'm a hard-working 26-year-old. I have been working with kids for a long time now. I have a passion for taking care of children. I am an artist and love to do crafts and other fun things with the children I care for. I am an outdoor enthusiast, which is why I moved to the...
Erin can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aspen is an A+ dependable babysitter. They were punctual and my child loved the time they spent with Aspen. We will definitely be hiring them again!"
Arsalan C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a certified birth and postpartum doula with a focus on childbirth education and lactation.
Hobbies -
I'm an oil and gouache painter and recently taught myself how hand embroidery. I also enjoy gardening, canning and cooking. Any free chance I get, I'm usually reading on a porch or exploring in the mountains. My...
Celina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Celina was a wonderfully charismatic babysitter for our three girls (11, 9 and 6). She was willing to be active with them and engage in imaginative play. I am a parent educator and am a self-proclaimed "babysitter snob". I have very high standards for the care...
JJ B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Hannah and I absolutely love caring for children! In the past I have cared for children of all ages from newborns, all the way up to 12 years old, with my last 4 years of experience consisting of mostly newborns and toddlers. I recently graduated from PSU with my art degree and love doing anything art...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah has worked for us for 6 months, picking our 1st and 5th graders up from school, helping with homework, taking the kids to activities and keeping things organized around the house (dishes and laundry). Hannah is a dream. Absolutely dependable and so great...
Marcie M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! Since moving from Chicago to the PNW, I don't have the extensive network of young families I am used to.. so I am turning to Care. Com to connect me with the right family! I moved to SE PDX a year ago to be a rep for a pharmaceutical/non-profit. I found myself disenchanted by the direction my career took (sales!...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katherine began working for our family when our son was four months old. Our son is now two and a half years old and we recently welcomed a baby girl to our family. Katherine is a fantastic playmate to our energetic toddler, often incorporating various...
Lauren H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a CA native and have lived my adult life as a nomad with a heart for humanity. I am highly skilled with infants to toddlers promoting safe spaces, light hearted play, healthy boundaries and energetic soothing. These branch to all ages as I've worked closely with adolescence-young adults as a guide and counselor in...
5.0
"Kinsey has been great and reliable. She is attentive to our daughter, active around the house and professional!"
Joe G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 children, ages 12-30. I have a lot of experience looking after kids. I have done babysitting for kids of all ages, from 1 month after birth and on. My first language is Spanish, and I speak a bit of English (enough to communicate slowly). I can help tutor in Spanish if that's something you'd like.
I'm looking...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were brand new parents, and we hired Kylene as our son's nanny. She immediately put me at ease when we met: you could immediately tell she was nurturing, kind and fun. My son grew up spending time with her during his beginning years and he still is so happy...
Aubrey P.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lily. I am in my early forties, originally from Houston and now living in Portland with my amazing 6yo son. I am a warm, present and patient infant and toddler caregiver with a lifetime of experience with all ages. I pride myself in being creative, emotionally nurturing and ready to dive into the child's world.
My...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lily is a thoughtful caregiver who is full of gentleness, self-awareness, and commitment. She will be someone you'll want in your life even after the childcare work ends. I hope you hire her, she's worth every penny. "
Care member
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Portland, OR
Samantha S.
5.0
Samantha truly loves children. She is efficient, hard working, flexible and does a great job communicating with parents. She loves to engage the kids and help them grow. If our needs hadn't changed she would still be working for us.
- Greg E.
Maddy L.
5.0
Great with my son and he loved her
- Kristin B.
Courtney W.
5.0
She is wonderful with my kids- they both love her and look forward to times when she cares for them. Whichever family invited her in will be lucky to have her.
- Justin M.
Eliza S.
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. She is responsible and is able to...
- Diana V.
Heather M.
5.0
Our family hired Heather for over 4 months and we have been happy with all the care she has for our daughter. Heather is also a very enjoyable person to work with.
- Filipe P.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Portland, OR
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Portland, OR?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Portland, OR is as of is $21.64 per hour as of October, 2024. 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 908 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 605 reviews of the 908 listed nannies.