Hi! I'm Kestrel.

I’ve been providing childcare and early education since 2012— first as a babysitter, then as an elementary classroom assistant, and most recently as a nanny and mother’s helper for several families in the Portland area.
I pride myself on creating fun, safe environments where little ones can explore and grow! When I’m with your kids, we spend our time doing arts + crafts, reading books, cooking, singing songs, playing games, exploring new places, and spending time outside.
Whether you’re looking for a full-time nanny, occasional babysitting, or something in between, I’d love to help you out! Read on to learn more about the services I offer.

My Services
Group Childcare
Group childcare is the most popular service I offer. It works like this: I’ll watch your kids and your friends’ kids for a 4-hour session in the morning, afternoon, or both! Strictly 4-hour sessions. Minimum of 3 kids required to start a group.
Bonus: If you volunteer your home for us to use as a base camp, I’ll watch your kiddo for free!
$10/hr
per child
Private Babysitting
For busy parents who just need a few hours relief for some Me- or Us-time, I offer occasional, short-term childcare filled with fun activities for a set period of time, i.e. while you’re at date night, study group, a work trip, etc.
I also sell gift certificates that you can give to your friends and family!!
$18/hr
+$2/hr per additional child
$20 cancellation fee w/o 24-hr notice
Personal Nanny
For career-oriented parents who are looking for childcare on a recurring basis, I offer consistent, long-term arrangements in which my service become a daily or weekly fixture in the lives of your children. I am also happy to assist with housework such as cleaning, dishes, laundry, meal prep, grocery shopping, and pet care.
$20/hr
+$2/hr per additional child
Testimonials
Direct references available upon request.

Let's chat!
Interested in childcare but don't know where to start?
Whether you’re looking for a full-time nanny, occasional babysitting, or something in between, I’d love to help you out! Let’s connect to see if my services are right for you and your family 🙂
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Kestrel Gehr
happykestrel@gmail.com
cell: (206) 499-6899