Maria E.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Portland, OR 97231
Meet Maria
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I love being a sitter because I genuinely enjoy working with children and being someone they feel safe, comfortable, and happy around. I find it rewarding to support their growth, creativity, and daily routines while giving parents peace of mind. Building trust with both children and families is something I take pride in, and I enjoy creating a positive, fun, and structured environment. I have hands-on experience caring for children through babysitting, volunteer work, and my time as a camp counselor for the VOCA (Victims of Child Abuse) program at Camp Kuaawanlong for two years. In these roles, I was responsible for supervising children, organizing activities, ensuring safety, and providing emotional support. I also have experience managing different age groups and adapting to each child’s individual needs. I have strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills, which help me connect well with children and parents. I am dependable, attentive, and safety-focused, Read more with experience maintaining routines, preparing simple meals, and handling daily care tasks. My background in childcare, combined with my ongoing education in healthcare as a nursing student, has strengthened my sense of responsibility, awareness, and compassion when caring for others.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
Experience
$25-$30/hr
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Infants (age 0-11 months)
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework