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2,919 babysitters are listed in Austin, TX
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Austin, TX
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to give a helping hand to anyone who needs it! I have many years of babysitting experience and am extremely organized and willing to help around the house with any errands, household chores, laundry, event planning, childcare, etc. I love playing with all kinds of children and providing fun activities for them to...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney did a fantastic job caring for my 8 week old daughter - such a natural with infants! She is extremely professional and trustworthy, and asks great questions to ensure that she provides next level care. Highly recommend!"
Eliza S.
5.0
(2)
Nanny | Professional Tap Dancer / Dance Educator | Software Developer
Currently available for a weekend/evening babysitting or part-time nannying.
Hi there,
My name is Claire, I have spent the last decade as a full-time nanny, professional tap dancer and children's dance instructor.
I just recently made a career change and...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kids and pets LOVE Claire! She is extremely responsible, and wise beyond her years. She is fun, loving, and patient, but also inspires children to act and be their best. You can feel completely at ease leaving her in charge of your precious loved ones. "
Janine Y.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sadie and I am 23 years old! I just moved to Austin about 11 months ago for a new job but I am originally from Boulder, Colorado!
Before moving to Austin, I graduated from the University of Arizona (May 2023) with a degree in Psychology & Neuroscience and a minor in Spanish!
I have been speaking Spanish...
Sadie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sadie has helped our family tremendously since our newborn arrived. We have both a toddler and a baby and it’s been hard to keep up with other aspects of our life. Sadie has helped us stay sane by taking care of all kid related aspects of maintaining our home such...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from UT Rio Grande Valley with a Bachelor's in Biomedical Science. I am currently taking a gap year while applying to graduate school. As the eldest daughter, I have grown up taking care of children most of my life.
From the past three years have nannying and babysitting experience for infants, toddlers...
Olubunmi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Bunmi! She has been watching our almost two year old (who thinks she’s 13) and our newborn. Miss Bunmi handles all that gets thrown at her with grace; we’re talking potty training, meltdowns, diaper blowouts, spit up and more. Bunmi is punctual,...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a full-time corporate professional in the tech space, and getting married in the next few months so I am hoping to help out some families in the area and save for our wedding! :)
I have been babysitting since the age of 13, and with a 13-year age gap between myself and my youngest sister, I have spent the last decade of...
Rory can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rory has covered many bases for me over the past 10 years. She has provided childcare services, housekeeping, event, planning, home organization, travel planning, residential design, and marketing. She is an amazing dynamo that can do anything you ask."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kira, I am a 24-year-old currently at St Edwards University studying to be a Marriage and Family Therapist. I did my undergrad in Psychology at University, and also want to be a play therapist.
I have many years experience caring for children of all ages, and I was a live in nanny for a 2-year-old girl and a...
Kira can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Both my girls who are 3 and 6 year old love Kira. She is attentive sweet and fun. She does fun activities with them and ensures they take their naps. I definitely highly recommend Kira !!"
Care member
Morgan R.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter That'll Provide A Safe, Fun, And Nurturing Environment For Kids Of All Ages!
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as
Responsible
Empathetic
Nurturing
Energetic
I like working with kids because of their curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring the world!
I started working with kids when I was in 7th grade. Starting in high school I nannied for a family with three young kids. After 10 years with the same family...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Morgan was my childhood babysitter, taking care of my 2 younger sisters and I from age 3 to 14. She was always equipped with fun and engaging activities for us to participate in. I am nearly 18, and still have an amazing relationship with her. I would recommend her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I moved to Austin, TX in 2019. I was recently laid off in tech sales, and I'm looking to make a little extra money. Professionally, I was a preschool teacher for 3 years. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I started out babysitting for different families in my neighborhood and continued to work with...
Marielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marielle is fabulous with kids. She interacts with them, takes them out and makes sure they are always happy. She worked at our preschool and many families loved her so much, they used her for sitting as well. My girls love her. :)"
Michelle Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 23 years old and I live in the east Austin area. I am currently a full-time student at Liberty University online. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 years old. I have experience with all ages and all types of kids. Please let me know if you have any other questions!
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Taylor has been helping me with my twins for the last year. We all just love Taylor. She is always cheerful and ready to play. She is also great at being the "bad cop" when mommy is too tired for the fight which is awesome! She is always willing to help us out...
Nicole A.
Chandler A.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Weekends and Some Evenings During the Week
5.0
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Chandler,
I taught special education for students ages 3-5 for 7 years. I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 18. I have worked for individual families and cared for children in group settings. During the Summer I have some flexibility, but when school is in, my availability is a little limited.
Chandler can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chandler is wonderful. She is extremely responsible, personable, and punctual. I felt very safe and secure leaving my 2 1/2 month old son in her care. I highly recommend this caregiver. She is so easy to work with and does a great job."
Margaret C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have past experience babysitting children ages 0-12 at night and for extended periods of time during the day. I have taken care of newborns as part of my nannying/babysitting experience and I am very comfortable with babies as well as toddlers and older children. I interact well with children of all ages and I am able to...
Brynn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brynn was amazing with our daughters... she was punctual and was just what we were hoping for in terms of keeping our girls happy. We wouldn't hesitate to use her again! "
Shauna C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a full time Pediatric ICU nurse here in Austin and am looking for something on the side. Due to my hospital schedule I unfortunately can't commit to the same recurring days every week however, I do have my schedule 6 weeks in advance and am flexible with my time off from the hospital! I am PALS, ACLS, BLS certified.
Mckenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"McKenna was so great with our 4 month old baby. She seemed so excited to see her each time and left us at ease whenever she watched her. So kind and bubbly and jumped in right away which meant I didn't have to give a ton of direction which I really appreciated....
Bea B.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dani, and I am a Texas grad! I have been babysitting for over eight years! In my go-to childcare platform, I am proud to have a five star rating from 80+ families, along with 52 stellar written reviews! I am more than happy to provide with as many references as you need!
I am a fluent Spanish speaker, too! If...
Daniela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids Loved Daniella. She is very responsible and very kind and caring with them. She spoke in Spanish which is what we wanted and was very polite to us! She is wonderful and we highly recommend. "
Nesia W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have babysat for several neighborhood families over the past four years with children ranging in age from 7 months-12 years old. I regularly care for a 2-year-old and a 6-year-old on an as-needed basis while I am home from college for the summer. I have my own transportation and have experience driving the children I...
Veronika can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We will absolutely be hiring Veronika again in the future. It was our first time leaving our 1 year old with a babysitter so we were a bit apprehensive at first. She was everything we could have wanted and we felt comfortable the moment she walked through the door....
Michael F.
5.0
(1)
! I have been working with children for about 10 years now. I have experience with all ages, multiples, and siblings. I can prep toddler meals/baby bottles, follow naps/bedtime routine for familiarity and comfort of the child, tidy baby spaces and kids laundry. I'd love to talk more and see if I'd be a good fit for your family's...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Madison has been babysitting my infant son for 9 months and he loves spending time with her.
She is punctual and very accommodating. She cares for him fondly, she is polite & respectful and we trust her completely. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Lilith!
I have been providing individuals and families with nutrient-dense, convenient, and delicious food for the last 2 years. In my personal life, all of my recipes are free from gluten, refined sugar, and seed oils.
I prioritize responsibly sourced protein, organic produce, and simple yet delicious...
Lilith can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We can't recommend Lilith enough. We've had the pleasure of working with with her since March 2022, when our daughter was 5 months old. Our daughter is 1 year old now and adores Lilith. In addition to caring for our daughter, Lilith also helps our family by...
Cosette E.
5.0
(3)
Hi,
My name is Bella! I'm 22 years old & have been an aunt since I was 11 years old. Aside from taking care of my nieces & nephew, I've been with multiple families in the past year & am currently working with a 19-year-old with autism.
Some of my responsibilities have included:
- Planning/ preparing meals & snacks
- Laundry,...
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bella always brings joy to the home when she watches our children. She stays engaged, encourages healthy eating, and I appreciate that she keeps things tidy throughout the day. She’s very helpful with homework and keeping the kids occupied with arts and crafts or...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, fun, and caring person.
I have 5+ years of experience babysitting and also as a Nanny live-in. I have extensive experience with newborn babies to teenagers. I can help with meal/preparation and support with homework, pick-ups, and drop-offs.
I'm a fantastic sitter who loves doing outdoor activities...
Genesis can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Genesis was great with our one year old daughter. We were in need of help and she exceeded our expectations. We will absolutely use her again. She was caring, professional, and a joy to work with."
Joe H.
5.0
(1)
To tell you a bit about my self, I have been babysitting since I can remember really I love children and always have, once I was the oldest kid in my neighborhood As a professional caregiver I have CPR, aed and first aid, and babysitting certificates. I also have an all my links profile with more information and recommendations...
De'ja can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"De'Ja is so sweet with the kids - they love her! She is dependable and punctual and positive - I highly recommend her!"
Oge Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Bre!
I am 24 years-old babysitter in Downtown/Central Austin. I am now available for part-time nannying and occasional babysitting.
Building connections and friendships with kids is something I truly cherish. With 8 years of experience:
-Starting at a In-home daycare, working with kids 2 months- 14 years...
Bre can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bre is amazing! My 8 year old and 6 year old took to her instantly! Shes punctual, great with kids, and even left our house looking immaculate! She's detailed oriented, kindhearted, and our kids and animals just LOVE her! She even checks in with us periodically,...
Jamie A.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Courtney G.
5.0
Courtney is fantastic and has been babysitting our baby girl for us from when she was 6 months to now 15 months old. She's punctual, dependable, communicative, and professional. Highly recommend!
- Christina L.
Claire S.
5.0
Claire has been watching our 3 girls for 4 years. She is nothing short of amazing!
- Julie D.
Sadie S.
5.0
Sadie is a wonderful sitter! My kids had such a fun time with her. She kept in constant communication, and asked questions if she was unsure about something my kids would like or if we would be OK with her going down to the neighborhood park with them (which we definitely were). We would definitely...
- Lauren H.
Olubunmi O.
5.0
Olubunmi was very friendly & patient with our 3 year old. Will rehire!
- Amanda N.
Rory L.
5.0
You won’t find a babysitter or nanny better than Rory. She is so responsible, kind, and SO MUCH FUN with kids. She plays non-stop and if napping, I’d find her cleaning. She watched my two wild boys 8 hours a day, 5 days a week and she was wonderful every moment of it. Her happiness radiates and my...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Austin, TX:
How can I find a Austin babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Austin, TX can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 2,919 babysitters in Austin, TX on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Austin, TX?
The average rate for Austin, TX babysitters on Care.com is $19.15 per hour as of June 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Austin, TX?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Austin, TX through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Austin, TX babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,533 reviews of the 2,919 listed babysitters.