Find nannies in Gladstone, OR

Hello! My name is Chantal and I am a 51 yr old private caregiver with many years of experience. I have worked with clients with dementia, alzheimers, parkinsons, MS, stroke victims that have caused severe limitations, and the elderly. I started as a volunteer in retirement facilities, and progressed to paid work. I have worked as part of caregiving teams, and as an individual. I also took care of my grandparents, father and aunt, throughout their end of life. I have a passion for caregiving, and strongly believe that everyone deserves to be cared for with respect, compassion and dignity, no matter what stage or age. I have a great sense of humour and approach my work with a light, warm energy and a little bit of "laughter medicine". I have references to attest to my professionalism and care. A little about me personally - I'm originally from Australia, and I moved to Portland with my (now ex) husband in 2011. I am a single parent (divorced in 2017) to 2 kids, aged 20 and 23, and I am trying to help them through college and launch their adult lives. I started this work by volunteering at retirement homes, reading and just trying to be "good company" to those who may not have it often. I am also a certified pilates instructor, and work mainly 1:1 with clients (mostly 65+ - they call me the "old person whisperer" at the studio) helping them gain strength and confidence with functional movement using the pilates system and equipment. I have a wonderful (and neurotic) little boston terrier called Hoagie (like the bread roll) and I enjoy all things textile related (sewing, crochet, embroidery) and food/cooking related. I've lived and traveled all over Asia - Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and China, and a little of Europe - Barcelona, and London. I would love to see more of the world. I am also about to embark on an "End of life Doula" training as I have a particular interest in end of life care.

Hi family members! If you are looking for a nurturing and patient caretaker for your kid, your elderly parent, or even for your fur baby- I’m your gal! With 7+ years of experience in being a nanny for a wonderful family with three boys, it’s safe to say I’m a seasoned nanny. We played nerf wars, football, gave them pointers in basketball, played madden, cooked for them, went to sport games with them- we truly had a blast! I do miss being around kids, which is why I am looking to care for a special little soul(s) out there! Side gigs I do from time to time is dog walk/sit for friends and I LOVE spending time with elderly humans, their wisdom, quirks, and particularity in things— all warms my heart.

I am an herbalist, nanny, and artist! I have been caring for and nannying for children for about 8 years. I come from a big family and have always been super nurturing and compassionate. I love hiking, yoga, running, cooking, and making art! I love spending time outside and love to go on walks with the kiddos.

With 5+ years of dedicated experience caring for children from newborns to pre-teens, I bring joyful engagement and reliable support to your family-not just supervision. My background includes full time/part-time nannying for infants, after-school care for school-aged kids, and overnight care for toddlers and children. Through these roles, I’ve mastered everything from daily routines and developmental play to handling big emotions with calm creativity. I’m also CPR/First Aid certified (renewed November 2023) and trained in Safe Sleep Practices, Early Childhood Nutrition, and more because your child’s safety is my top priority. My approach blends structure with warmth: I believe in clear boundaries, empathetic communication, and nurturing independence through play. You’ll find me designing sensory activities for infants, helping with homework through patient encouragement, or guiding sibling dynamics with fairness. For me, emotional safety matters just as much as physical care-which is why parents describe me as dependable, intuitive, and genuinely enthusiastic. I notice when a child needs comfort, a creative outlet, or quiet space to recharge. Beyond the basics, I love nurturing growth through: 🎨 Creative Enrichment: Tailored arts & crafts, music time, storytelling, and simple STEM experiments. 🌳 Active Play: Park adventures, dance parties, and sports to keep kids engaged and energized. 📚 Learning Support: Homework help, literacy games, and curiosity-driven Q&A sessions. 🏡 Household Partnership: Allergy-aware meal prep, light tidying, and seamless routine management. What truly fuels me? Building trusting relationships-with your children and you. I’ll share thoughtful updates about your child’s day, and I’m always proactive about their evolving needs. Let’s connect so I can help your family thrive!

Hello! My name is Guwo and I am from Portland, Oregon. I was born and raised here and moved to Eugene for undergrad where I lived there for four years. I received my bachelor's degree in Sociology and decided to move back to Portland to study for my LSATs for law school. I love being with kids. I think they teach you a lot even when you do not realize it. I am a very patient person who is quick to make the best decisions for what I think is the right choice. I am very organizational and know these qualities are important with jobs like this. Since I was 16 years old I've worked and volunteered with kids. I worked at my local church with kids from the ages of infants to 11 years old. I have also babysat families of kids from between ages 4 to 12 years of age. During my time in school, my main focus was my education, but when I had time I worked at the local church in Eugene and participated in the children's ministry.