Find nannies in Happy Valley, OR

Dear prospective family, I'm a fun loving, caring, gentle person, while knowing when there is a need to set boundaries. I know I was out of this profession for awhile (14yrs), before I took a six month job with a family from Brilliant Nanny before the kids returning to daycare for the social aspect. MY down time has taught me with everything going on in the world, and if you don't love what you're doing find what you do. I remembered how much I enjoyed being a nanny, and the fond memories, and watching the children learn and grow into young adults. After a 12yr job with 2x children we are still in each other's lives after 20 years. My time in retail has taught me patience, to be calm, that every situation is different, and excellent communication is key. Which can be applied as being a nanny also. Each of these skills I think can be used while being a nanny. I'm certified by Northwest Nanny Institute so I have child development classes/ child education, age apprroitate activities, separation anxiety, nutrition, sleep routine, and more. For 2mo I was responsible for two 3yr olds. During are days together: I provided structured activities including arts and crafts projects, baking, walks, and physical activities, as well as reading time, building forts, child led play, and trips to the park. Also assisted with potty training.  I would prepare snacks, and meals. This was a short term contract due to school starting. Before that I cared for 6 months I cared for an 8 month old and 3 1/2 year old. Our days consisted of baking, arts and crafts, dance parties, imaginary play, and getting outside for daily exercise. Lastly I took a short term (2 month contract) with two 3yr olds. This was short term care due to children starting pre-school. During the days we would spend are time doing baking, arts and crafts, reading, child led play,, and outdoor fun. I'm looking to work 25-30 hrs in a 4 day period or less a week, and willing to travel NE, N, SE, and parts of SW. Thank you for your time.

Hi families! My name is Petra. I am originally from Alaska, a full-time Early Childhood Education (ECE) student at PCC, and a future teacher! I hold an Associate Degree in Music and Sonic Arts from Portland Community College, and I am a passionate singer-songwriter and drummer. My ultimate goal is to combine my love and passion for music and working with children to create a creative, enriching, and joyful environment for kids. I have been babysitting on UrbanSitter for a year now and absolutely love the amazing families I’ve met so far! Before transitioning to education, I spent 15 years in the restaurant industry and earned my culinary degree. I shifted careers because I truly connect with children. We share a spontaneous, excited-for-life energy and a deep fascination for the little things in life. I love bringing my Alaskan sense of adventure, rhythmic play, and sonic arts into outdoor adventures and daily music-making. I look forward to connecting with your family!

Hello there, my name is Erin, and I am offering child-care, senior care, pet care, and household services. I am an experienced caregiver and former stay-at-home mom who raised two daughters from infancy through adulthood (both are now in college). My years of hands-on parenting shaped my patience, emotional awareness, and understanding of children’s needs throughout all of the developmental stages. I also have extensive experience in household management duties, and am a good cook. I am happy to do the weekly shopping, errands, and light cleaning around the schedule of those I am caring for. Additionally, I also have extensive experience in elderly care; I am a trained death doula and volunteer my time in hospice care - work that has deepened my presence, compassion, and ability to hold space with steadiness and care. I approach caregiving with maturity, respect, and a genuine commitment to creating a safe, nurturing environment for children and families. This volunteer work has become very meaningful to me after years of working with senior volunteers through a previous job managing a non-profit. As for pets, I am the lucky owner of a little dog named Moxie, and have cared for many animals over my 44 years. In addition to dogs and cats, I have experience with chickens, ducks, pigs, birds, rabbits, and goats. Currently, and for the past seventeen years, I have spent much of my free time working as a paper artist, and I value creativity, curiosity, and thoughtful engagement. I love to incorporate creative activities and play into the time I get to spend with the children in my care. I look forward to learning about your family and needs to see if we are all a good fit for one another :)

EXPERIENCED NANNY LOOKING FOR NEW NANNY FAMILY/CARE OPPORTUNITIES Hi parents/guardians! My name is Faydra, I am a 26-year-old childcare provider and I'm looking for a new part time nanny family and other care opportunities in NE or SE Portland, possibly N Portland as well. I am available for one-time/occasional care, and date night care as needed. Also possibly overnight care as well. I am CPR and First aid certified, have my food handlers card, and have taken a red cross babysitting course, I have 16 years of experience (outside of caring for my family members/close family friends, 17 years within) and an extensive list of references. I currently have an open schedule. I specialize in ages newborn to 8 years old but have experience with children 17 and younger, I am comfortable with all ages and pets! I specialize in caring for multiples but love one on one care as well! I have been a second parent to my 8-year-old niece/Goddaughter for her entire life, have multiple nieces and nephews I care for, I am the oldest girl of 7 kids and a mother to 1 infant. My mother is a doula/lactation consultant and I was and am often hers, her friend's, and her client's childcare. I have also done an extensive amount of group childcare for different events and classes in my community and am comfortable caring for up to 6 kids (of all ages) at a time. I have a background check done through Care, I am also on Babysits, Urban sitter (.com), The Nextdoor app babysitting group, multiple Facebook Childcare groups, Ect. I have extensive experience with children varying forms of Autism, children with skin conditions, behavior and speech delays, and food aversions. I do not drive but can usually uber. Feel free to comment and/or PM me if you would like to discuss this further. I am very lucky to genuinely enjoy what I do, I look forward to hearing from you!

Hi I am Rihanna I have been a caregiver for both elderly and kids , I have experience for up to 1 year with kids and 7 months with the elderly I love being a baby sitter I love being a baby sitter learning new skills it's amazing,I also work as a house hold assistant can cook certain meals, and I am able to run errands , comfortable with pets to id be happy to help ☺️