We are a two mommy family (both working full time) with a 7  year old daughter attending PJA.  We need a nanny who is able to pick her up from school at 3:30 daily (2:30 on fridays) and bring her to our Tualatin home and stay until 5:30-6pm.  There are also possible full days of care for holidays, etc.   She is very sweet and self sufficient but loves to have an adult around to interact with. She has many neighborhood friends and loves to play outside, even in the rain.  We do have a small dog - but there is very little care needed for her.  We need someone who is upbeat, reliable, responsible and has their own transportation and wanting to only work part time through the school year.  Possible more hours during summer break!   We are willing to pay the going rate and have had previous experience with nannies in the past.   We need someone asap!    Please email Debra at mohawk525@yahoo.com.

Hello and welcome to Misty's Little Ones Daycare. My name is Misty McCleary, owner/teacher at Misty's Little Ones Daycare. I strongly believe in children being in a safe, home environment during the younger years of their life while they are away from their primary caregivers. I offer just that: While parents are at work, school or out running errands, I offer a safe place with lots of love, learning and individual attention for your child. If you have multiple children, great I welcome them!

In my home, I have created a nurturing and loving environment where children are encouraged to explore, share their interests and to have their needs met. My goal in this environment, is to have it feel like home to the child, so they can feel comfortable and welcomed.

While I strive hard to learn about each child's comfort level, I also want to learn about their development and interests to keep them interested and engaged as well as comfortable and curious. I think it also helps the child to boost their confidence of having their needs met when the caregiver understands what those needs are.

I believe in respecting the child from birth as a whole and cuing into their needs right away. This will include using sign language from a very young age, always talking respectful to the child and parents, letting children know what's next and letting children do things for themselves.

Parent communication is essential to building a relationship and to help us better understand your child's needs. I encourage drop-ins, parent participation and ideas you may have. Please feel free to talk to me about any concerns or questions you might have anytime.

We also do a little bit of urban farming. We raise 5 chickens & do a bit of gardening in the Spring!

 

 

 

www.mistyslittleonesdaycare.weebly.com

Motherof3invancouver@gmail.com

 

Child care in inner SE Portland off of Hawthorne (sliding scale available)

Looking to open our arms and heart to a little one while you work.

I am a mother of two, one school age the other 22months. I am available to watch your little one from the hours of 8:30- 6pm Mon-Fri however days/times, nights/weekends are up for discussion.

I currently have my food handlers card and create fun healthy snacks/meals and willing/ able to provide for food sensitivities.

We like to play, read, dance, learn and sing.

I live in the Hawthorne/ Buckman area only three blocks from a park to play on dry days as well as close to the bridge so if you work downtown it is a quick easy drop-off/Pick up. 

I  have my Medical Assistance certification as well as Infant CPR/ First aid training and currently registered in the Criminal Background Registry. 

So if you are in need of someone affordable to play, love and teach your little one while you're away please contact me! 

Rashell at rashell@openarmspdx.com

http://openarmspdx.com/

references available upon request

Experienced childcare provider looking for a family to work with. I recently finished a short-term position in SE Portland and would love to find a part or full-time position. I have multiple years of experience (total of 10 years childcare experience) working with children ages 0-8. Great families for you to contact that can attest to my ability to be on-time and engaging with children of any age.

I am well-versed in Montessori learning style as well as a bit of knowledge in attachment parenting. Comfortable with cloth diapers (assisting with diaper laundry and children's laundry as well) and feeding expressed milk as well. I'm flexible, easy-going and a great communicator. I am happy to provide a daily rundown of what we did, etc.

I'm cpr/first aid certified, have taken the RRCAN class, am in the process of completing my food handlers certification, and am enrolled in Oregon Criminal History Registry # (for working in a childcare center). Previously background checked through DHS for 3 years, open to having background check run as well as having two through reputable childcare sites (sittercity.com and care.com). Non-smoker, valid license/insurance and reliable vehicle for transportation (Plymoth Neon, seats 5 total).

Engaging and active; I do multiple activities with children from sensory play (shaving cream, paint, play dough, etc.) to arts and crafts with older children. Familiar with assisting in school-aged learning, assisting with writing/reading, spelling, abc's, 123's, colors, shapes, etc. Primary focus working with children ages 0-6.

I can and will take your children on outings if you would like, am able to assist with errand running/shopping if necessary as well as light household chores (dishes unloaded or loaded, light sweeping, child laundry/room cleanup, etc.). I love going to the park even if it's wet, and love to puddle jump!

Available for any weekly schedule, weekends as well.

If you're interested, please feel free to email me with all pertinent information such as: your care needs (frequency, total hours, daily schedule if varied), a bit about your family/children (names/ages/a bit about them) and what you are expecting to pay.

My hourly rate for locations within 15 miles of my home is $11.50 per hour, for 1-2 children. I base my price on your needs, family size, as well as location and am slightly flexible with families that can provide me with stability as I can for them. :)

For inquiry/interest please email educatoralicia@gmail.com or call (971)-217-8414. If I do not answer please leave a message; I usually do not return calls without one, since I am not aware of who was trying to reach me or if it was a wrong number. :)

Thanks!

Hello.  I am providing care just across the river in Vancouver.  I run an in-home child care with a very small group of children.

 

 “The e nvironment must be rich in motives which lend interest to activity and invite the child to conduct his own experiences.” -Maria Montessori

Children benefit from being able to explore the environment around them inside and outside.  This includes having materials available for them to learn about, touch, explore and for it to be safe to do so.  I believe in making materials for the children to use from ordinary items at home.  This can include anything you might find in the recycle bin: bottle caps, boxes, paper, toilet paper rolls, jars etc.  While outside children should be free to learn about plants/trees, watch animals and insects and run free. This can be done by taking nature walks, exploring the backyard or simply bringing in items from nature to use for projects or simply to observe.  We also do bike riding, digging in the sand box and drawing with chalk.

There are many reasons why parents might need to find a provider to care for their children.  I provide a safe environment in my home with a loving and nurturing caregiver who is very patient and understanding.  I believe in respecting the child as a whole and this will include how I talk and interact with them.  For example letting children learn to feed themselves, pouring milk or juice, answering questions the child might have or just simply giving the child encouragement when trying to accomplish a goal. 

I also offer respite care and was a former respite care worker with the State of Washington for families that have children with special needs.  I have experience working with children with: Autism, Down's Syndrome, ADHD/ADD, blind, deaf, non-walking/cerebral palsy, Sensory Integration, drug addiction and children that need more social interaction in general.  I also have training in several different philosophies including: Montessori, RIE and Reggio.  I try and incorporate the children's art work into our environment along with pictures of the children in play.



I also bring with me:
*Former Preschool Teacher
*Current CPR & First Aid Certification
*Montessori Training

 

Please contact me for more information and if you want to schedule a meeting!

Motherof3invancouver@gmail.com

Have a great day!

 

Hello, 

My name is Wendy and I have been working in the child care industry for the past 3.5 years, however, I have over 10 years experience caring for children, including raising a step son.  I have passed a National background check and Oregon's background check for child care workers. I am First Aid/CPR Certified and have obtained 400+ hours in Early Childhood Education. There for I am confident that I have the experience and the qualifications that you are seeking in a caregiver. 

Most of my experience is with wobblers and toddlers (1-3 year olds) as this is my favorite age group.  I do however; have experience with children of all ages. I have cared for children on a one-on-one basis and in a group setting.   I am a mature individual seeking a long term part or fulltime position.

I am a very fun loving and active nanny.  I believe that children, especially babies, are learning and absorbing things all the time.  I enjoy fostering this learning and natural curiosity by stimulating them with fun and educational activities.   I also enjoy taking them on walks, setting up play dates, taking them to any classes that you might have them signed up in, and other age appropriate outings.

I am pet friend, have experience with expressed milk and cloth diapers.   When the time comes I also have experience with potty-training.   I believe in little to no television, I make sure that all schedules are followed, I encourage verbal skills by talking and reading to the children, and I try to get out of the house once a day. 

I generally charge $12/hr for one, $14/hr for 2, and $15 for 3, but I am willing to negotiate to fit your budget.    My rate includes light housekeeping, generally centered on the children.

I have a resume, references, and many more details to give.  Please contact me at pwhobear@gmail.com, atyour earliest convenience.   

Thank you,

Wendy

 

Learn & Grow Home Childcare - Near SE 70th and Flavel in Portland

Space available for preschool and school-age children. Offering full day and after school care at reasonable rates. At this time we are also enrolling for drop-in or hourly care.

About Our Childcare

We are two mothers who are also experienced educators; both with toddlers through preschool aged children, as well as school age children. We offer quality childcare in the comfort of a cozy and nurturing home environment. We strive to create an environment for your children that is both loving and engaging, with developmentally appropriate activities for each child in our care.

We are also registered with the state of Oregon as a home daycare provider, meeting all the safety, health, and nutritional standards set forth by the state. We have completed training in CPR, first aid, and child abuse, and are current in the Oregon criminal history registry.

Please call us with any questions or to schedule a visit to our home!

Hannah Cutts 503-772-3216 - Provider and full time caregiver

♥ 24/7 Childcare Available Daytime and Overnight.
♥ Small Group: Full-time, Drop-in, On-Call, Part-Time.
♥ Weekends and Holidays Too!

[[FLEXIBILITY TO CHOOSE YOUR DAYS]]

♥ Great Rates!
♥ Certified Provider.
♥ Opening for Infants, Toddlers, Pre-Schoolers
(Ages: 3 months - 4 years)

♥ Safe playroom setting designed just for children.
♥ Clean environment with lots of toys and supervision.
♥ Healthy meals and snacks provided.

♥ Your schedule is important!
One hour - One day - One Week, more or less as needed.

 

Call or send us an e-mail to reserve your spot today! ~ AbcJoy77@gmail.com

We will reply before the end of the day :)

 

Please visit our website for more information ~
WWW.ABCJOYCHILDCARE.YOLASITE.COM

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Learn & Grow Home Childcare - Near SE 70th and Flavel in Portland

Space available for preschool and school-age children. Offering full day and after school care at reasonable rates. At this time we are also enrolling for drop-in or hourly care.


About Our Childcare

We are two mothers who are also experienced educators; both with toddlers through preschool aged children, as well as school age children. We offer quality childcare in the comfort of a cozy and nurturing home environment. We strive to create an environment for your children that is both loving and engaging, with developmentally appropriate activities for each child in our care.

We are also registered with the state of Oregon as a home daycare provider, meeting all the safety, health, and nutritional standards set forth by the state. We have completed training in CPR, first aid, and child abuse, and are current in the Oregon criminal history registry.

Please call us with any questions or to schedule a visit to our home!

Hannah Cutts 503-772-3216 - Provider and full time caregiver

Misty M. Years of Experience: 10 years My Rate: $10-$15/hour Background Check: Request Access References: Request Access More> To access my references, background check, current availability, and to contact me, view my full profile on Care.com. http://www.care.com/r/childcare/mistym388 Care.com helps you find local child care, special needs care, tutoring, private lessons, senior care, pet care, housekeeping, and more.

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present three convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

 
We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Rose Quarter: Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden. large, outdoor play area AND complimentary Park and Ride Privileges for our parents. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also now reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Annex! Our newest center will specialize exclusively in Infant and Toddler Care and feature a garden and outdoor play space. Reserve now through our March 12, 2012 opening and enjoy waived enrollment fees! (503) 249-7533

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Be sure and ask about our current specials and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

    I am a Nanny that will be available in early January. I have letters of recommendation upon request and a resume as well. I have years of experience with children from my background being a counselor and a jr. counselor at YMCA day camp and week-long camps. I was a first year mentor at my university in Ashland, where I mentored and provided resources to first year college students. I was also an advocate at the SOU Queer Resource Center.  I have been trained in first aid, I have my food handlers card, and a valid OR drivers license. 

    My experience doesnt stop there as I have experiences watching and caring for my good friends' children. I have baby sat infants to teenagers and I know how to balance what children need with what they want. I am extremely trustworthy and a very loyal person, especially to the families I work for. Once I have sat for a family they want to keep me for years. 

    I can cook light, healthy, and especially balanced meals. I can make snacks and have arts and crafts time and even mix play time and learning time together! Learning and laughing I find are often one in the same.  

    I can guarantee you will be satisfied with my energy towards children. Baby sitting in Ashland, OR, taught me so much about patience and sending a child on their own journey through the world. I try to teach your child self love and self esteem building among many other things. 

    I am going to school for Anthropology (cultural) and Art currently. I have experience being an English tutor and Math tutor as well as knowing basic French and I am learning ASL. Along with my academic accomplishments I am skilled in housekeeping, cooking, hair styling/cutting/dying, makeup design, photography, and music. When I graduate with my degree in Anthropology I plan on traveling and studying the dynamics of families in all cultures. The relationships between families, lovers, and children is what interests me the most. How people balance their lives to raise a child and teach it all about life from their perspectives. 

    I am available as soon as Friday December 6th, 2012. 

    When contacted I can email my resume and provide signed letters of recommendation in person. My name is Cassandra and I look forward to meeting you and your family! 

missmeant2be@yahoo.com 

WE ARE NOW ENROLLING FOR THE  2012-2013  SCHOOL YEAR!!

Little Lights Playschool is located in North Portland just steps from  Pennisula Park and the I-5 freeway.

 We are open Tuesday – Friday  from 9:00  – 1:00

Children 2.5 to 5 years old

Little Lights Playschool is a gentle step from home to school rooted in community and inspired by our children.  Here you will find a warm and loving just like home environment for your young preschooler.   Each day at Little Lights brings the opportunity for creative  play and exploration in our beautiful playroom.  Lively morning circle times are full of rhymes and seasonally inspired songs and movements.  Nature stories and fairy tales told from memory with the help of puppets and props.  Together we  bake our bread, prepare our soup, create beautiful  watercolor paintings and various crafts and handwork projects.  We enjoy the natural world around us with daily outside play.  Meal times are special and meaningful.  We give thanks for our food and our friends and practice healthy eating habits and good manners.  Each day is full of wonder, celebration and good friends!

 

ABOUT THE POSITION
Nanny position to start in January 2012 for Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school. Nanny to pick-up child from Alameda Elementary at 2:45pm and care for them until 5:30pm. Occasional care for non-school holidays and additional hours are available during summer months.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Pick-up from school; make snacks; transport to sports activities; do art projects; organize and supervise play dates, etc. Light housekeeping consists of cleaning up after the kids and self, loading/unloading dishwasher, etc.

COMPENSATION

Hour rate: $11-13 per hour -- (pay is subject to level of experience and negotiable)

EXPERIENCE
Experience Preferred: Three years or more and references required and formal experience with child development is a plus

REQUIREMENTS
Nanny must drive and have a car (good drive record a must) for shuttling child from school and to practice. We will reimburse for mileage driven on behalf of the child's activities.

Please email me if you are interested in this position. amywferg@comcast.net Thank you!

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Rose Quarter: Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden. large, outdoor play area AND complimentary Park and Ride Privileges for our parents. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (503) 249-7533.

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Be sure and ask about our current specials and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

Portland Language Art (PLA) is a new child care facility in NW Portland. It is located off Cornel Rd and NW 102nd Ave, cross street from Cedar Mill Elementary School, just outside of Forest Heights. PLA owner/operator Lillian Sun has a child care license and will open Jan 2, 2012. Lillian is a loving and caring mom, who has two boys (4 and 6). More than three years ago, when Lillian was frustrated by finding her older son a good quality preschool, she started to have this idea of having her own child care/preschool. In past three years, Lillian has visited many preschool programs, attended early childhood workshops, and done research on preschool education. The result is Portland Language Art, a new child care/preschool facility that provides children an opportunity to learn a foreign language while he/she plays in a clean, healthy, safe and creative  environment that supports learning and creativity. PLAis planning to provide multiple foreign languages in future (which helps brain development and  allows the child to develop an interest in learning another langauage). For the time being, as Lillian is native Mandarin speaker, she will provide Mandarin teaching. In doing her research on preschool teaching methods, Lillian was highly influenced by the Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches. She has designed a program that will be Montessori based but Reggio inspired --- mixed age group, each child has own curriculum that allows the child to progress at his/her own pace, but will utilized more visual arts and music which enhance  creativity.

 

Lillian and children

Front-yard of PLA

Children's playbox

Classroom

Ann (our Violin Instructor) with 4 budding violinists

OPEN HOUSE:

Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM

 

Your family is warmly invited to the Montessori Children's House open house on Wednesday January 18th, 6-7:30PM.  Our open houses provide an opportunity for prospective families to meet MCH staff and explore our environment.  We are currently enrolling for the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 school years.

We currently have openings for Toddlers (15 months - 36 months) and Primary children (3-6).

Montessori Children's House offers both  Toddler and Primary Montessori programs.  Located in Portland's newest neighborhood, the South Waterfront, we are still relatively 'undiscovered.'  

We have mixed-age groups -- a Toddler Community (for children 15 months - 36 months) and two Primary classes ranging from three years (or a bit younger) up through kindergarten age. In 2010-2011 we had one primary class; this year (2011-2012) we have expanded our program in order to run two Primary classes.   We are enrolling children now and do not yet have a waiting list.  Remaining spaces are limited, however, especially in the toddler community.

Check our website for information about our Summer Program.

'We toured a total of six schools before we found the right one for our daughter. We even enrolled her in another one prior to Montessori Children's House only to pull her out because we were disappointed in our experience there. I wish that we had discovered this school sooner! It would have saved us a lot of stress.'

'The space itself is gorgeous, all new, beautiful learning areas, just what you would imagine a top notch Montessori school to look like...The location on South Waterfront is very easy to get to and from, parking is right in front of the main door and the teachers will even greet the kids at your car. We highly recommend Montessori Children’s House!'

3626 SW Bond Ave, Portland OR, 97239

email: info@childrenshousepdx.com

phone: 503.360.1179

website: http://childrenshousepdx.com/

Contact us today!

 

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present three convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Rose Quarter: Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden. large, outdoor play area AND complimentary Park and Ride Privileges for our parents. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

 

We're also currently reserving for the March 12, 2012 opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex, Featuring Outdoor Play Space and Garden! (503) 249-7533.

 

Be sure and ask about our current specials and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

 

 

 

Oregon Hope Chinese School Mandarin Kids is a state certified Chinese Mandarin immersion preschool for children ages 3-5. Our comprehensive program provides high quality Chinese language and culture immersion through music, art, games, pretend play, storytelling and other daily activities. Our teacher to student ratio for the preschool class is 1:7 and the Kindergarten class is 1:8.

School hours are 8.30 am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday. Afterschool care is available from 3.30pm to 5.30 pm. We are conveniently located at 14986 NW Cornell Rd. Portland, OR, 97229.

For more information please visit our website at www.oregon-hope.org or contact us at info@oregon-hope.org.

Have you ever considered hosting an au pair as a childcare option? Au pairs can provide up to 45 hours of flexible childcare for your children each week for 1-2 years.

Please contact me at 503-293-8904 to speak more about this childcare option or visit our website http://www.aupaircare.com/ to view profiles of au pairs available.

• AuPairCare has been placing au pairs for over 20 years and currently has an A+ BBB rating

• I work with 25 other families in this community and provide year long support

• Au pairs provide care for any number of children living in your home at the same affordable rate

• AuPairCare au pairs are all screened, trained, English speaking & have full profiles available online

You can also check out this short video to learn more about hosting au pairs: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNXWJkSYZq0

Tanja G White

AuPairCare Area Director, Portland Area

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Columbia Knoll, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Columbia Knoll: If you work at or near the airport, our location is perfect for your child! We currently have availability for all age groups. Our center offers an outdoor garden play space, is bilingual Japanese AND is next to the Grotto. We'd love to show you all we have at (503) 517-8888

Rose Quarter: Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden and large, outdoor play area. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the springtime opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (503) 249-7533.

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Be sure and ask about our current specials and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

 

Looking to open our arms and heart to a little one while you work.I am a mother of two, one school age the other 20months. I am available to watch your little one from the hours of 8:30- 6pm Mon-Fri however days/times, nights/weekends are up for discussion.I currently have my food handlers card and create fun healthy snacks/meals and willing/ able to provide for food sensitivities.
We like to play, read, dance, learn and sing. I live in the Hawthorne/ Buckman area only three blocks from a park to play on dry days as well as close to the bridge so if you work downtown it is a quick easy drop-off/Pick up. I  have my Medical Assistance certification as well as Infant CPR/ First aid training and currently registered in the Criminal Background Registry. 
So if you are in need of someone affordable to play, love and teach your little one while you're away please contact me! Rashell at rashellmartin@hotmail.com references available upon request 

Portland Language Art (PLA) is a new child care facility in NW Portland. It is located off Cornel Rd and NW 102nd Ave, cross street from Cedar Mill Elementary School, just outside of Forest Heights. PLA owner/operator Lillian Sun just received her child care license and will open Jan 2, 2012 (can take child sooner if you need). Lillian is a loving and caring mom, who has two boys (4 and 6). More than three years ago, when Lillian was frustrated by finding her older son a good quality preschool, she started to have this idea of having her own child care/preschool. In past three years, Lillian has visited many preschool programs, attended early childhood workshops, and done research on preschool education. The result is Portland Language Art, a new child care/preschool facility that provides children an opportunity to pick up a foreign language while he/she plays in a clean, healthy, safe and purposely prepared environment that supports learning and creativity. PLA does plan to provide multiple foreign languages in future (which helps brain development and prepare child for global market). For the time being, since Lillian is native Mandarin speaker herself, she will provide Mandarin to children. In doing her research on preschool teaching methods, Lillian was highly influenced by Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach. Lillian has designed in her mind that her program will be a Montessori based but Reggio inspired preschool program --- mixed age group, each child has own curriculum that allows child progress at own pace, but will utilized more visual arts and music which helps creativity.

 

Lillian and children

Front-yard of PLA

Children's playbox

Classroom

Ann (our Violin Instructor) with 4 budding violinists

 

 

 

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Columbia Knoll, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Columbia Knoll: If you work at or near the airport, our location is perfect for your child! We currently have availability for all age groups. Our center offers an outdoor garden play space, is bilingual Japanese AND is next to the Grotto. We'd love to show you all we have at (503) 517-8888

Rose Quarter:

Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden and large, outdoor play area. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

 

Clark Family Center:

Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

 

We're also currently reserving all ages for the springtime opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (503) 249-7533

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Be sure and ask about our current specials and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

 

 

Flying Hearts Family Child Care has only a couple openings left for children ages 2- 6 years (wait list available for under twos). We are a licensed and certified in-home family childcare providing nurturing, educational, creative and flexible care for your little one(s). Located in North Portland, in the beautiful Arbor Lodge neighborhood, we have a safe and happy home where each child receives quality attention and loving care. Our days follow the natural rhythms of the children, with both free play and structured learning. Our program of activities develops gross and fine motor skills and incorporates arts/crafts, music and movement, science and discovery, health and nutrition, ABC's and 123's. We are just three blocks from Arbor Lodge and Gammans parks and we have a lovely backyard with a covered play structure, chicken coop, gardens, and plenty of safe and fun toys for all. We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am -6:30 pm, offer both full time and part time care and provide all wholesome and nutritious meals and snacks while in care. We also offer before/after school care and transportation for Chief Joseph Elementary students.

Please contact us for more information and to set up a time to come over and see if we're a good fit for your family. Happy parent references are available upon request. 

Blessings, 

Marika and Adam Beck 

flyingheartschildcare@gmail.com

(503) 490 5744 or (503) 490 3662

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Columbia Knoll, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

Center Village:

All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Columbia Knoll:

If you work at or near the airport, our location is perfect for your child! We currently have availability for all age groups. Our center offers an outdoor garden play space, is bilingual Japanese AND is next to the Grotto. We'd love to show you all we have at (503) 517-8888

Rose Quarter:

Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden and large, outdoor play area. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center:

Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at  (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently reserving for the springtime opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (503) 249-7533.

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

Be sure and ask about our Current Specials, Sibling Afterschool Programs and NEW Corporate Discount Program. If you're a business, we want to partner with you!

Hello!

I'm a 27-year-old experienced Nanny, seeking PT/FT and babysitting opportunities in NE Portland through the end of the year. I've lived in Portland for 3 years, working primarily as a Community Mentor for developmentally disabled adults, while volunteering with the Y.W.C.A. as a Learnlinks tutor for refugee children. I've had the chance to work with a diversity of kids in Portland, from Boise-Eliot SUN School to an after school program at Cathedral Catholic school in NW. I also have experience working with children with autism. I'm originally from Minnesota, and graduated with a degree in Mass Communications and English at Minnesota State University, Mankato. I love kids, art projects, the outdoors, cooking, gardening, reading and languages. I'm looking for the right family to create and connect with, and if we're a good match I can start immediately. Email me at jsodomka@gmail.com. Thanks!

Jenny Sodomka

Looking to open our arms to a little one while you work.

I am a mother of two, one school age the other 19months. We would like to watch your little one from the hours of 8:30- 6pm Mon-Fri however the time is up for discussion. I currently have my food handlers card and create fun healthy snacks/meals and willing/able to provide for food sensitivities.

We like to play, read, dance & learn and best part is there is a playmate. I live in the Hawthorne/Buckman area only three blocks from a park to play on dry days as well as close to the bridge so if you work downtown it is a quick easy drop-off/Pick up. We also have a vehicle for emergency and rare occasions that we may need to drive somewhere, other than that I am an avid bike commuter with a Burley Trailer and extra helmets for rides. 

I have my Medical Assistance certification as well as Infant CPR/ First aid training. 

So if you are in need of someone affordable to play, love and teach your little one while you're away please contact me! 

Rashell 

rashellmartin@hotmail.com

 

CEDAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL

*Accepting applications for 1 opening in our Toddler program
starting in Nov/Dec and1 opening in our Toddler program in January!

This opening is available to children 12-24 months of age.

*Accepting applications for 1 opening in our Preschool program
starting in January! This opening is available to children 3-6 years of age.

Cedar Montessori School offers a unique learning environment for children and their families;
specializing in Montessori education for infants, toddlers and preschool aged
children. Located in two residential homes in the Burlingame area, CMS offers a cozy in-home infant/toddler and preschool program both with a maximum enrollment of 16 children. All CMS teachers are A.M.I. Montessori certified and hold masters degrees in early childhood education.

 

For more information please visit our web site, www.cedarmontessorischool.org

To schedule an observation session please call 503-892-5930 or email me, hilary@cedarmontessorischool.org

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Columbia Knoll, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

 Center Village: All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at (503) 238-0123

Columbia Knoll: If you work at or near the airport, our location is perfect for your child! We currently have availability for all age groups. Our center offers an outdoor graden play space, is bilingual Japanese AND is next to the Grotto. We'd love to show you all we have at (503) 517-8888

Rose Quarter: Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden and large, outdoor play area. Come see when you call us at (503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center: Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently enrolling for the springtime opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (503) 249-7533.

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

And don't miss our Harvest Festival at all our centers on Friday, October 28, 2011. Columbia Knoll will host this fun event from 5PM to 7Pm. All other sites will be from 5PM to 6PM. Join us for our costume optional Open House, with games and refreshments for all ages.

 

Looking to open our arms and heart to a little one while you work. I am a mother of two, one school age the other 20months. I am available to watch your little one from the hours of 8:30- 6pm Mon-Fri however days and times are up for discussion. I currently have my food handlers card and create fun healthy snacks/meals and willing/ able to provide for food sensitivities.

We like to play, read, dance and learn and best part is there is a playmate. I live in the Hawthorne/ Buckman area only three blocks from a park to play on dry days as well as close to the bridge so if you work downtown it is a quick easy drop-off/Pick up. We also have a vehicle for emergency and rare occasions that we may need to drive somewhere, other than that I am an avid bike commuter with a Burley Trailer and extra helmets for rides.  

I  have my Medical Assistance certification as well as Infant CPR/ First aid training. 

So if you are in need of someone affordable to play, love and teach your little one while you're away please contact me! 

Rashell at rashellmartin@hotmail.com

 references available upon request

We are a household of 2 working moms, a 6 year old boy, 2 dogs and we need some help!  

We are looking for someone that will be a good fit with our family and soon feel at home with us.  It's 20 hours a week (guaranteed minimum) at $12 per hour.  The hours are 3-6:30 Monday through Thursday and 4-10 on Fridays.  The responsibilities include picking up our son daily from school in NW, playing with the dogs in the backyard or park (which we live next door to) and light house cleaning (which includes: laundry, cooking light meals or snacks, dishes and the occasional turn with a broom.)  

We need someone who's creative and is good at imaginative play and has extensive babysitting or preschool experience.

You can contact Jill and Leslie at leslieodell@comcast.net

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Columbia Knoll, Rose Quarter and Clark Family Center.

We're currently enrolling, with each of our centers offering all of the above and their own unique features:

 

 

 

Center Village:

 

All ages are available in our bilingual Somali, inclusive atmosphere center on the Max Line NE 60th Avenue. Call us to schedule a tour at

(503) 238-0123

Columbia Knoll:

If you work at or near the airport, our location is perfect for your child! We currently have availability for all age groups. Our center offers an outdoor graden play space, is bilingual Japanese AND is next to the Grotto. We'd love to show you all we have at

(503) 517-8888

Rose Quarter:

Right next to the Rose Garden, with easy downtown access, we have infant and pre-school openings. We also feature an organic garden and large, outdoor play area. Come see when you call us at

(503) 281-6800

Clark Family Center:

Our large, Powell Blvd Center offers an indoor gym and openings in Pre-school and Pre-kindergarten. Ask about our complimentary Pre-school trial day when you call us at (503) 249-7533.

We're also currently enrolling for the springtime opening of our new Clark Family Center Annex! (503) 249-7533.

Please visit our website at www.grandmasplacedaycare.com to learn more about our history, our wonderful staff and what we can offer your child.

And don't miss our Harvest Festival at all our centers on Friday, October 28, 2011. Columbia Knoll will host this fun event from 5PM to 7Pm. All other sites will be from 5PM to 6PM. Join us for our costume optional Open House, with games and refreshments for all ages.

 

We recently moved our school to a new location minutes from Downtown Vancouver, and convenient to SR-500 and I-5.   Our School Director, Katrina Woermann, M. Ed., is AMI certified, and has 30 years of Montessori experience.  We have two large classrooms,  a huge outdoor play area and a child's garden.  We have fully covered outdoor play in the Winter.   We have a couple a openings in our 2 1/2 - K program, and will open a toddler classroom on November 1.

We offer Kindermusik as part of our curriculum (no extra charge), and offer dance as well.  Most important, we offer a safe loving environment where children thrive and learn.

Please call to arrange a tour. 

 

 

Email us:  lakshoremontessori01@gmail.com

Or call:    360-573-4103   If we don't answer, it's because we are with the children.

Mothers Day Tea

 

 

Do you need a fantastic nanny to fill any gaps?  Might you be looking for great care for your child for a few months while you wait for your son or daughter to get into daycare? Or maybe you only need a few days/hours a week?  Our fantastic nanny will be looking for a new family to help starting at the end of October, when our baby heads off to daycare.  Ideally, an interim type of position would suit her best because she is looking to move in the coming year.

Seeking warm, loving, intelligent part-time nanny from 4 p.m. to 7 or 8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Routine would involve picking our 8-year old daughter up from school (near PSU), take her home (West Linn), prepare dinner, have some transition-to-bed story/play time and very light home care (e.g., folding laundry or doing dishes while she reads). A good candidate will respect children, be patient, kind and hard-working. We are a very close-knit family that values our time together but needs a little help to juggle work and school. We love music, reading and biking. Our daughter plays piano, guitar, violin and ukulele and wants to learn more foreign languages (she is fluent in Spanish and English). Ideally, this position would be long-term, with expanded summer hours. If you are a student, we are flexible during exam weeks if you need time off. $12-15 depending on qualifications. Please reply with a brief description of your qualifications. Permission to check references, criminal history and driving record is required. If you do not drive but feel you are highly qualified, taking the bus may be an option so let us know. familyswartz@gmail.com

 

The Art Cubby
Creative Drop-In Child Care when you need it!

Monday through Saturday, 8:45am - 5:00pm
Open late on Thursdays till 9:00pm!
Closed Sunday for Private Parties

Accepting Children 3 years old and Up!!!

The Art Cubby is a creative drop in child care center that focuses on introducing children to the wonderful world of creative artistic expression.

Need only a few hours of child care so you can run a few errands, make a business meeting, squeeze in a workout or even just go shoppoing and grab lunch with a friend. What ever the reason...when you only need child care for a short time...why not bring the kids to a fun & exciting place where they can get messy with creative art projects...instead of just watching TV or playing video games.

We provide children  with an amazing array of recycled and reclaimed art materials that they can investigate and explore to create one-of-a-kind works of art.  Paints, clay, oil pastels, markers and so much more line our shelves, just waiting for a child to discover them.  Our experienced staff supports children as they gain new skills and reach developmental milestones every stroke of the paintbrush.

Visit our website www.kidsartcubby.com for more information.
We look forward to meeting you and remember to always, Play, Create, and Get Messy!

1500NW 18th Ave. #115 | 503-446-1237

Watch our video to see what we are all about!

HOURLY CHILDCARE

 

Call (503) 286-4859 or  email 

Drop in, hourly, day and monthly rates

Infants toddler and Preschoolers

ALSO

Come and Play !!

Stay and Play On MLK!!!-

Parents come and play

in our

NEW Indoor Play Space

for kiddos 6 and under

$6 entry fee

$25 unlimited play for one month-

Ask about Party Rentals

 

Hola! I am Natalie, and our Cuban nanny has a niece looking for work. She speaks minimal English, which is great for your babies to learn Spanish, but means you need some basic Spanish to communicate with her. I have only taken a little bit of Spanish lessons, and find it's okay; I can communicate. If you need help initially, like with an interview, I am willing to help with that.

She is from Cuba; she is about 30 (I'm not actually sure what her exact age is); and she has experience and references working as a nanny. Her name is Damaris. Email me for her phone #, nataliepdx at g mail

We currently have a few immediate openings for ages 2  and older.

Where learning and compassion hold hands.

 

We are a state certified family home community.  We use only earth friendly cleaners and disinfectants!  We use white-washable cotton cloths to dry our hands in place of paper towels, and our diapers are earth friendly too!

If your family values...

• The work of Emmi Pickler, Magda Gerber, Constructivism, Child-Inspired and Initiated Emergent Curriculum, Reggio Emmilia, and Best Practices for early childhood development philosophies.

• Empathy, Emotion Coaching, Joy, Peace, Kindness, Respect, and Patience.

• Our food sources have a strong organic/local emphasis, and vegetarian food prepared with a majestic blend of simplicity and delicate tastiness.

• Eco healthy atmospheres (inside and out) where materials are naturally inspired and/or intentionally designed for embracing and challenging developmental journeys.

• Gratitude that is viewed as precious as art...and art as an opportunity to discover and rediscover life.

• And much more...

 

We would love to meet you!  We have a few spots available for enrollment!

 

For more info, or to schedule a tour send us a note at...

flouriche@gmail.com

 

You may also ring for us at...

503.464.6603

 

We also invite you to visit our website often, as we are a new facility, and changes are made almost daily. 

www.flouriche.com

 

Embracing today!

~Flouriche

 

  The squirrels are nervous about our appearance - chattering angrily at us! Armed with magnifying lenses and bug boxes and spoons, we hunt and explore for whatever is lurking under rotting logs, in the bark of trees, or near the water's edge. We hike and sing and hear stories about nature, but we also create our own stories as we go - pretending to be hungry hawks chasing songbirds or coyotes on the prowl for lunch. We do not shy away from the rain, but rejoice in it with puddle stomping and soup making. We are young and energetic and curious - we are Nuts About Nature!!! Does your child want to join us?

There's still space in our SE Portland Nuts About Nature fall classes!!! For eager & curious 3-4 yr olds (Mondays or Thursdays) and 3-5 yr olds (Fridays), we offer "Lil' Nature Kids" - a small group class that includes exploration, songs, stories, and nature play. For children a bit older (4-5 yr olds) we have "Nature Preschool" (Tuesday mornings or afternoons). Nature Preschool combines developmentally appropriate preschool skills and activities with a weekly nature theme. Children learn ecological topics using hands-on activities, art, music, exploration and play. For children already in elementary school, we have "Nature's Playground" - a class for 6-7 yr olds that focuses on the needs and interests of older kids, primarily stealth games, exploration, theater, art and nature play.

Check out the full brochure online at www.portlandonline.com/parks/preschool. Contact Chrissy Larson with questions by email at chrissy.larson@portlandoregon.gov or by phone at 503-823-1149.

 

 

 

Where learning and compassion hold hands.

 

We are a state certified family home community.  We use only earth friendly cleaners and disinfectants!  We use white cotton cloths to dry our hands in place of paper towels, and our diapers are earth friendly too!

If your family values...

• The work of Emmi Pickler, Magda Gerber, Constructivism, Child-Inspired and Initiated Emergent Curriculum, Reggio Emmilia, and Best Practices for early childhood development philosophies.

• Empathy, Emotion Coaching, Joy, Peace, Kindness, Respect, and Patience.

• Our food sources have a strong organic/local emphasis, and vegetarian food prepared with a majestic blend of simplicity and delicate tastiness.

• Eco healthy atmospheres (inside and out) where materials are naturally inspired and/or intentionally designed for embracing and challenging developmental journeys.

• Gratitude that is viewed as precious as art...and art as an opportunity to discover and rediscover life.

• And much more...

 

We would love to meet you!  We have a few spots available for enrollment!

 

For more info, or to schedule a tour send us a note at...

flouriche@gmail.com

 

You may also ring for us at...

503.464.6603

 

We also invite you to visit our website often, as we are a new facility, and changes are made almost daily. 

www.flouriche.com

 

Embracing today!

~Flouriche

 

Looking for a Nanny Share Family and Nanny

I am looking for a nanny share situation for my wonderful 2 yo old and 5 yo boys. I am re-entering the work force after 3 1/2 years of staying at home with my 2 children. My oldest boy will be attending kindergarten in SW Portland so the nanny/family would have to be OK with a commute to pick-up/drop-off depending on the schedule. This will be about 35 hours a week and could be in my home or another. My boys are fantastic together and LOVE science and playing/exploring outside. Looking for a flexible, nurturing, dependable nanny and loving family to share with. If you are interested please e-mail me at hahnvmd@gmail.com.

Thanks!

 

Yum Yum's daycare & preschool has 3 PT/FT slots!

We emphasize scientific inquiry, social responsibility and creative experimentation. 

Hours are Monday through Friday, 830am to 430pm with the possibility of extended hours depending on parents needs.

Rates are $225/week for full time and $125/week for part time (20 hours or less). 

Children under 2: $235/week for full time and $135/week for part time. (20 hours or less). 

We offer an alternative, arts-based preschool program and...

*State registered Family Child Care Provider
*Eco-Healthy Childcare endorsement from the Oregon Environmental Council
*Chemical-free, weapon-free home
*Gender neutral play environments
*Pesticide-free yards, gardens (check out our weeds!)
*Organic & vegetarian/vegan snacks 
*GLBT families welcome
*Large, secure fenced yard
*Quiet neighborhood next to Mooberry Elementary School

*Commitment to play outdoors

for more info, please contact us: apolina.green@gmail.com

and visit our website: http://mrsyumyums.blogspot.com