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158 babysitters are listed in Kent, WA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Kent, WA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Recently I have been working for a family of 2, taking care of them during this year was so great but I moved to Covington and am looking for something a little bit closer! In high school I worked in a daycare, there were around 7 children a day all from 1 year to 5-year-olds. I helped prepare snacks and play with the kids 3...
Evangeline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Evangeline has been a huge blessing to our family over the last nine months. She seamlessly fit into our family and our children love her, just as much as she loves them. Evangeline is dependable, loving, respectful and mature. She is always coming up with new...
Kristin A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a job as a childcare provider because I have always had such a passion for working with children! I've worked in childcare for almost 20 years now working with newborns up to 12 years in age. I have experience working in a family-owned daycare, preschools, and as a nanny for multiple families from care....
Kylene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved Kylene! She took amazing care of our 4 month old for the month she was with us (short only due to scheduling requirements). Our baby also loved both Kylene and her son and was happy seeing them in the morning. She was SO helpful in getting our girl to nap...
Heather G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi dear families! I am happy to be considered as your potential nanny. I am currently looking for part time jobs or one time jobs as a nanny.
Experience: I have been a nanny for 4 years: I took care of a wonderful 6-month-old baby until she turned 3 years old, and I also have experience for over a year and a half working with...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Fiorella was and still babysitting my two younger kids. She is so much fun. Kids absolutely love her. Fiorella plays drums, takes kids on by bicycle rides to the parks, draws and plays with them. She cooks too. Highly recommend. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Elena,
I've worked as a babysitter, au pair, tutor and teaching assistant. Now I'm a mom myself, and I am looking to nanny or babysitter part time for the right family!
I have worked with children from infants through middle school and I can keep kids engaged in games and activities.
After having my own child, I...
Elena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elena is very helpful, my child has autism and Elena does wonderful with her."
Tanya Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Li. I m ready to take care of your loved one. My passion is caring for senior citizens. I have years of experience in caregiving , medication and task fulfillment. Your loved ones safe with me.
Li can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, specialized care, dementia & more
5.0
"Li is an excellent caregiver going over & above the job description. She's a very hard worker & strives to understand and follow all directions. She was very caring towards my sick relative and even stayed an extra hour. I would highly recommend using Li before you...
Deborah C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I bring decades of experience caring for children of all ages and furry family members! I have extensive training in emergency services, and I am CPR/FIRST AID certified. I have reliable transportation.
Trauma informed care for kids affected by trauma. Emotional learning and education is at the core of my trauma...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle was amazing with my 7 and 9 year old. She was reliable, responsible, and went above and beyond to help my kids with their schoolwork and to teach them new things. She was also willing to clean to obtain extra hours. I would highly recommend her as a nanny."
Andrea S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Griselda, I worked at Easter Seals Angle Lake Child Development Center as a teacher's assistant while I was studying child development in Green River College. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I love taking care of babies and children. I encourage learning through playing, exploring, and music. I enjoy reading to...
Griselda can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Griselda is wonderful, trustworthy and would be a welcome addition to any family looking for childcare help."
Matt P.
Li Z.
Kent, WA
$57/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience. I taught Chinese and simple English to small children in China for many years.. I have been a kindergarten teacher . With over seven years f experience in the childcare field,.
Li can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Great help and very attentive to children! Engages and teaches them and followed all wishes."
Jonathan A.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, gentle
I like working with kids because they were absolutely hilarious! They complete my day and they bring lots of joy into my life. I absolutely love that every single child is very unique in their own way. I love watching them grow too. They become lovely mini adults and it is...
Kelana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"What a lovely person! There was always good communication between my wife and I whenever asking Kelana questions. She's honest and dependable. A huge plus, she was always attentive to the kids and went the extra mile for us. Our kids loved her."
Richard M.
5.0
(1)
I have been a nanny and babysitter for over two dozen families in the past 15 years. I have helped families in California, New York, Washington and France. I avoid screen time and prefer to make memories with the children I watch through interactions and experiences. I think it is important to get out of the home and go on a...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Madeline was an awesome nanny for my 1 years old son. Very reliable, flexible, always on time. She really cares about kids and I felt comfortable and safe leaving my little one with her."
Olga G.
Feride S.
Kent, WA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Feride, I have 15 years of experience in babysitting. I can watch newborns-12-year-old, I can make meals, I have my own car, I can pick the kids up and drop them off at anytime, I can watch kids at anytime, and I have CPR certificate. If you have any questions you can message me Thank you.
Feride can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Feride is amazing!!!! She is so experienced with taking care of babies. When I saw how she interacted with my 6-month old on the first day I hired her, I immediately knew she would do a good job, and my baby will be well taken care of. It’s sad to see she got...
Care member
Jenna B.
Kent, WA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a current student as well as part-time nurse's aide at Pediatric Interim Care Center, assisting with the care of infants who have been exposed to drugs. I'd love to focus on childcare as I continue my education since my degrees will lead to careers involving pediatrics as well as child trauma. No children of my own, but...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Super helpful in getting and keeping kiddos entertained. If you ask for a set boundary/guideline for your kids she works well to keep it and help attain it. She enjoys playing with the kids and being on their level."
Marissa H.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Lily,
A little about myself, I grew up with 10 siblings
myself and know what it is to not just watch kids
but to make the most fun out of it. Growing
up my older siblings would ask me to watch their
kids and from there that's how I started to get into
babysitting. I help with chores, meal prep, do fun
activities with the...
Liliya can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lily was a pleasure having around the kids. The kids absolutely loved her and couldn’t get enough of her. She knew exactly what she was doing with the kiddos. Felt very safe leaving them with her for long periods of time. The kids are very sad about the move we are...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Hannah! I'm a stay at home mom to a 3-year-old boy and 1-year-old girl. I have paid babysitting experience for up to 3 children at a time, from infant to 10 years old. I am CPR & First Aid certified. I am willing to help with housekeeping, homework help, and meal preparation during the job. I am currently...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah was great with my two daughters. They can be a handful but Hannah did great. This was their first ever experience with a babysitter, and they said Hannah was nice!"
Kelly H.
5.0
(3)
My experience with kids start very early, my mom left my 2-year-old brother in care, I was taking care of him, the house, making food, paying bills, going to school! Very nice period in my life! I learned a lot about life! in 2017 I was babysitting a 7 months old baby in Switzerland, 24/7, again I've learned a lot about kids,...
Doris can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"Doris is very personable, extremely compassionate and she has a huge heart. She's a great listener, patient and always shows up for her duties and responsibilities. Along with being an outstanding mother, I would highly recommend her and her services. She's sure to...
Bashar N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Tanner! I am originally from Seattle, Washington and moved to Sisters last Oregon. I moved for a position but recently stepped away.
Because of this I want to start nannying and babysitting again!
I have previous experience nannying kids, leading outdoor trips with kids, and have worked in a classroom. My point is I...
Tanner can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Tanner has become a beloved member of our family. Very laid back, flexible and down to earth. He plays well with our son and dogs and has never been late to pick him up for school or take him to/from an activity."
Sarah H.
Abbie R.
Kent, WA
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Abbie. I am looking for my next nanny family, as the family I've worked for over the last 3 years transitions to preschool! I have worked with kids for most of my life, and am passionate about helping them grow into their full potentials.
I love working with infants because each day is a new adventure, and it's...
Abbie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Abbie since she was in 5th grade. Even then she had a caregivers heart and would watch my newborn while my kindergartener was in her mom's class. At a young age Abbie was so patient, loving, gentle and responsible. Abbie has grown into a wonderful...
Erika T.
Matasia A.
Kent, WA
$16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi ! I am a certified FFN caretaker/ nanny. Currently I work for two different families that have set schedules but are also are very easy to work with. Im interested in helping more families as long as all schedules can workout and match. I grew up with many younger siblings so am more than capable of caring for children! I...
Matasia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She has schedule flexibility! My daughter loved her. Her home is very welcoming and all the toddler toys you could imagine. "
Care member
Samah M.
Kent, WA
$10-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have an ECE and have experienced child care I have been working for 2 years with a child and CPR I have a car I don't smoke I enjoy playing with kids I don't have pets I teach them. I take care health. I take them out gentle
Samah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samah is very caring and reliable."
Josh L.
5.0
(2)
I have a law degree from Seattle University. I am available to tutor anywhere from elementary to College courses. All tutoring depends on subject. Patient and reliable. I show up when I say I will.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kent, WA
Evangeline C.
5.0
Evangeline has been a huge blessing to our family over the last nine months. She seamlessly fit into our family and our children love her, just as much as she loves them. Evangeline is dependable, loving, respectful and mature. She is always coming up with new ideas to do with the kids, and often...
- Kristin A.
Kylene R.
5.0
Kylie is an incredible nanny. She worked for us for over a year and became like family. Kylie loved our son well and I felt completely comfortable with him in her care. She was very reliable and great at communication. She was open to any of my ideas on how I wanted to parent our son and was always...
- Erin F.
Fiorella M.
5.0
Fiorella has been our nanny for for about 3 months and my kids love her (as do we)! We have two girls, a 4.5 year old and 2 year old. She is always very positive, very attentive, and my kids look forward to seeing her. She is always open to taking the kids on adventures to parks, playdates or local...
- Care member
Elena M.
5.0
Elena is very helpful, my child has autism and Elena does wonderful with her.
- Tanya Z.
Li Z.
5.0
Li is a trustworthy and diligent care giver. She constantly looks for ways to help, and often does above and beyond what was asked of her. Highly recommend.
- Sean L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kent, WA:
How can I find a Kent babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kent, WA 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 158 babysitters in Kent, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Kent, WA?
The average rate for Kent, WA babysitters on Care.com is $21.60 per hour as of May 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 Kent, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kent, WA 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 Kent, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Kent, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 124 reviews of the 158 listed babysitters.