Molly Saruwatari - Hiring in Portland

Babysitter Available in Portland, OR: Molly S.

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$25/hr
3 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I'm Molly, and I've been working with children since I was 16. I have experience caring for kids from 6 months to 13 years old through childcare centers, after-school programs, and youth sports coaching. I love creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and feel supported.

I'm currently pursuing my Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Management & Policy at Oregon Health & Science University. I'm certified in CPR, First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid, and your child's safety and well-being are always my top priorities.

Whether we're reading, doing crafts, playing outside, or helping with homework, I enjoy making each day both fun and meaningful. I'm dependable, patient, and communicative, and I look forward to building a trusting relationship with your family while providing the best care possible for your little ones!

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Availability

Start: Sep 7, 2026
Mon/ Wed/ Fri: 7am - 6pm Tues/Thurs: 7am - 1pm Weekends: As needed!
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional work
Live-out

Age Groups

Infants
Toddlers
Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation
Light housekeeping
Meal prep
Special-needs experience

Work Experience

3 years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

Program assistant: The Growing Place (Riverside, Ca)
After School Basketball Coach: 549 Sports (San Diego, Ca)
Program Assistant: DeLuz Child Development Center (Camp Pendelton, Ca)
Resident Advisor: CSUSM Housing and Residential Education (San Marcos, Ca)

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Hiking, Crafts, Reading, Baking, Walking, Learning new skills

The most important part about being a nanny...

To me, the most important part of being a nanny is building a relationship based on trust, with both the children and their parents. Children thrive when they feel safe, understood, and supported, so I strive to create an environment where they feel comfortable being themselves while also learning, growing, and having fun. Equally important is earning parents' confidence by communicating openly, being dependable, and caring for their children as if they were my own. At the end of the day, I want families to feel at ease knowing their children are not only safe, but genuinely happy, engaged, and loved while they're in my care.

My experience with special needs children...

I have worked with children with Autism at The Growing Place and at 549 Sports.

The most important part about being a nanny...

One of my favorite moments as a caregiver happened while I was working with a toddler who had always been very shy and hesitant to join group activities. Every day, I would sit with them during art time, talking about colors, animals, and whatever sparked their interest, never pushing them to participate before they were ready. After a few weeks, they walked over on their own, took my hand, and proudly showed me the painting they had made with the other children. Seeing their confidence grow and knowing I had helped create a space where they felt safe enough to try something new was incredibly rewarding. It's moments like these that remind me that childcare isn't just about keeping children safe, it's about building trust, celebrating small milestones, and helping them believe in themselves.

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