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Simone
Booked by 13 repeat families
17 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 23 families in Portland, OR

Hi! I'm Simone, and I'm excited to get back to working directly with families after a few years doing operations work in creative settings and at a nonprofit teaching STEM to kids in Portland. (Turns out I missed the hands on part!) I've got over a decade of experience with kids of all ages: nannying long term and watching kids grow from pre K through second grade, four years at the Children's Creativity Museum in San Francisco, volunteering with children's library programming doing summer reading and fairs, substitute teaching at an outdoor preschool, and before that, helping out in a daycare. I love getting to know kids as individuals and figuring out what makes each person tick. I've worked with neurodivergent kids regularly and genuinely enjoy finding the best way to connect. I've also done a lot of date night sitting, so I'm totally comfortable stepping in with kids I don't know as well yet and making sure they have a great night while you get out and actually have fun. From school pickups, to swim lessons or Bob Ross painting parties, I've done it all, and I'm excited to find exactly what makes each kid light up and have the most fun. I studied Art History at Academy of Art, and I bring that into how I work with kids: thinking about creativity, play, and discovery as the best approach! I love talking about music, being outside, making things, or just improvising something fun on the spot. I really enjoy working hands on with all children and would love to be your sitter! I look forward to hearing from you, and wish you the best of luck in finding someone who is the right fit for your home.

Simone was great with my 7 month old and was able to learn his needs quickly!

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Angelina
Booked by 12 repeat families
21 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 26 families in Portland, OR

I'm a 34 year old professional nanny who truly loves working with kids. I have 13 years of childcare experience, both as a full-time nanny, babysitter and as an assistant preschool teacher. I worked for two years in the Toddlers class at a French immersion preschool where I completed some coursework in early childhood development. I also have a degree in French and would be happy to speak it with your child(ren) if that interests you! I currently nanny full-time, however I like to make myself available to families looking for someone they can trust with date nights and other occasional care when I have openings in my schedule.

Angelina is wonderful! She was communicative, professional, and confidently took great care of our 4 month old!

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Caroline
Booked by 17 repeat families
32 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 48 families in Portland, OR

Hello, my name is Caroline. I’m offering child care, senior care and household services. I love taking care of children and seniors. I have been taking care of children since I was 16 years old. My responsibilities included bringing them home from/to school, crafts, tutoring, and all personal care of child. I have taken care of my grandma and my grandpa, so I feel comfortable with senior care. I can do any chores and enjoy cooking, as well.

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Nia
Booked by 20 repeat families
26 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 31 families in Portland, OR

I am a Portland State graduate with a Master’s degree in Social Work. I have 10+ years of experience being a professional nanny, during which I have worked for a diverse mix of families with kids ranging from ages infant-12 years old. I am a thoughtful and patient person who is passionate about taking care of kids. In my free time I enjoy sports and outdoor activities as well as art, reading and other indoor activities. Babysitting is something I really enjoy because kids find so much joy in the littlest of treasures and it's rewarding helping and seeing how much kids grow when you provide care for them. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Jade
Booked by 2 repeat families
6 reviews
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Portland, OR

Hello, my name is Jade and I work as a consulting environmental scientist in Portland, Oregon. I grew up in Seattle and have worked as a babysitter in Seattle and The Bay Area. I have been caring for children on and off since I was a teenager, worked as a nanny and lifeguard through college, then later as an environmental educator and volunteer coordinator, and have maintained CPR/First Aid certification. I've worked as a "date night" sitter, as a nanny where my daily responsibilities included walking older children to school and caring for toddlers or infants during the work day, with parents either also working in the home or running errands, and as a to and from school driver. Most recently I nannied regularly for a family in Olympia, WA with a 10 month old and a 4 year old several days a week. On occasion I will work with a nonprofit when they need childcare service for an event. I've worked with children aged 2 mos through 14 years of age, with the eldest being uniquely abled (Downs) and requiring additional support with homework and developing life skills. I enjoy exploring nature with children, taking kids on walks and day-trips, dancing, making art, building forts, playing games, helping kids practice responsibility and awareness of self and others, and supporting kids to think both creatively and critically. I honestly appreciate how kids can be both serious and imaginative, opinionated yet adaptable, and enjoy spending time with them and having fun! I am capable of assisting with any homework or research necessary for school, with my greatest strengths in Language Art, the study of Languages (Spanish, French), Arts, Sciences, and then Maths up to Advanced Algebra and Statistics. I have extracurricular experience in swimming, soccer, ultimate frisbee, dance, journalism, photography, graphic design, choir, and horseback riding, as well as gardening and permaculture. If you think we might be a good fit, please don't hesitate to reach out and ask any questions you may have.

Jade was instantly a hit with our 15 month old. She is engaging and playful and able to follow through with his bedtime routine. We wouldn't hesitate to hire her again.

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