What is the going rate for babysitters in Sherwood, OR?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Sherwood, OR?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Sherwood, OR?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Sherwood, OR

Jenna G.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 15–40/hr

(2)

Hello! I am Jenna and I graduated from OSU in 2015 with a bachelors degree in Human Development and Family sciences with a double option in child development and human services! After college I moved to central Mexico and worked at a daycare center for children ages 1 month-5 years old. After that I...

$ 15–40/hr

Kori C.

15 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 12–100/hr

(2)

My name is Kori, I am 33 years old and very interested in your job posting. I have been a professional nanny in NJ for the past 10+years. I currently live in Frenchtown. A little bit of my history: The last 5 years I worked full time caring for a little girl from infancy until the age of 5, as well ...

$ 12–100/hr

Laura C.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 12–15/hr

(2)

I have worked with children of a variety of ages in the Portland, Oregon Metro. area for many years. At times I have worked for private family residences as a Nanny, other times I have worked for local Day Schools as a Teacher's Assistant. Ages I have worked with range from 0-13 years. Additiona...

$ 12–15/hr

KIMBERLY S.

14 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 20–25/hr

(1)

Hello! My name is Kim and I have been working with young children for as long as I can remember. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education as well as Child Development. I am working on earning a Master of Arts in Early Childhood Educational Leadership and will graduate in December. I currently...

$ 20–25/hr

MELISSA T.

12 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(1)

My name is Melissa and I was born in Lima-PERU. I am 39 years old and mommy of a beautiful 8 year old son. I am bilingual. I speak Spanish and English. I studied International Business Administration. I work in childcare because I love kids, they mean the world to me. I work occasional as needed...

$ 15–25/hr

Claire D.

17 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 23–30/hr

(13)

I love spending time with kids; they always keep me on my toes! I really enjoy playing games or working puzzles with them, or taking them out to the park on a nice day. As a Biology major (with early childhood development coursework) I also try to get kids interested in animals and the living world...

$ 23–30/hr

lily P.

1 year paid experience
11 miles

$ 17–22/hr

(1)

I love kids!! I have a lot of experience with kids all ages because I’m one of the oldest in my family from 10 and I helped my mom out a lot. Your kids will always enjoy spending time with me and learning. I can work from 5pm till when we I need to Monday-Friday. And yes I also drive

$ 17–22/hr

Kim O.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(14)

I am moving to Napa, CA and looking for both part and full time work helping you during the week or weekend with your little ones. My availability ranges from Part Time, Date Night Sitting, Wedding Rehearsal & Ceremonies to Holiday and Specialty Events. Let me know how I can help you and your family...

$ 15–20/hr

Roman K.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 10–30/hr

(1)

Some say that having a guy serve as a babysitter is odd and questionable. However, I am confident in my abilities in being very influential towards kids. To explain, I am encouraging, gentile, kind, patient, and compassionate when kids feel down. Kids are awesome. They are only kids once (around 17 ...

$ 10–30/hr

Sydney M.

14 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 21–30/hr

(2)

Childhood education and caregiving are some of my greatest talents in life. I come from a large family which has provided significant experience in working with children. At age fourteen, I started my own neighborhood babysitting business. Upon graduating high school and entering college, I began wo...

$ 21–30/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.