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248 nannies are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Tacoma, WA
5.0
(22)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Did your nanny call out sick or needs a day off? Do you need a reliable date night and weekend sitter? Have a newborn and need overnight postpartum doula care? Have school age children that need an adventure day outside? Hi! That's me! I provide emergency, short term and occasional coverage to many families, not just in...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Melissa for consistent but variable day-time sitting when I was just starting back to work and had a varying schedule. If you have the opportunity to work with Melissa, jump on it! She is an absolute treasure. She provided loving, supportive care not only...
Elizabeth F.
4.8
(23)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jemila! My love for children grew when I saw my mother changing lives in her Child care class and I knew that's what I wanted to do also. I feel that being able to be a positive influence in a child's life is one of the best things you could ever be in life and I strive to be that person. The classes I've taken have...
Jemila can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We feel our little 14 month old is in great hands with Jemila! We're so happy to have met her. Jemila is a very responsive, flexible, and experienced caregiver. 100% recommend."
Anna P.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I worked with children for almost 15 years from babysitting - nanny - daycare worker. My interests are cooking/baking, reading, going to parks and events around. I am vaccinated and I prefer to work only in homes that are vaccinated.
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria did a fantastic job with our two young kids. They had a nutritious lunch, played inside and outside, and even went down to nap at a good time! We would love to have her back!"
Christopher P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny/household manager/mother's helper/babysitter etc. for over 20 years. I love children, they are so full of life & bring such joy & laughter to my day. I'm available for one-time, weekly, date nights, overnight care jobs. I have experience working w/infants (3 weeks & up), up to teenagers (up to 16 yo). I'm...
Sheafer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sheafer has done an amazing job caring for our three elementary school-aged kids. She's an energetic, reliable and thoughtful person who has had a tremendously positive impact on our family. She has brought consistent order to our often-chaotic household,...
Becky F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Mailani, I go by Mai (pronounced May). I am a very experienced nanny as well as an art teacher. I focus on sensory play and building confidence through play and art. I have experience nannying infants as well as ages 6-12 years. I have nannied for a professional athlete as well as overseas. Prior to Covid, I...
Mailani can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Had a great first impression of May when she came for an in-person interview. She very quickly connected with our toddler and it was obvious she was a kind and caring person. Our daughter loved playing with her.
Would have made a great nanny for us,...
Karthikeyan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey friends I'm Tasia. I am 26 years old looking to be a full time nanny.
Tasia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tasia is wonderful! She is very good with our kids and has a genuine love for children. She is seriously the best and we love her."
Emily M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mom of 2 that has over 6 Years of Nanny experience ranging in ages 12 weeks- 12 years.
Looking for week nights and/or weekend hours.
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra has worked for us intermittently since June 2012. Our 4.5 year old son LOVES her and so do we. She is professional, reliable, energetic and does an excellent job engaging our son in activities. She also is skilled at identifying when he needs space and...
Rachel G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am Alina and being a nanny has been a privilege to have parents entrust me to care for their children. I have worked professionally for 6 years with varying ages of infant to 5yrs old, at a private school and a nanny to a few families. At the childcare center I earned a few early childhood certifications. The...
Alina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alina has worked as a full time nanny to our twin girls (2-3yrs old) for over a year now. She's amazing! She truly cares for our girls and our family's well being and adapts very well to how we run our household. Our girls good behavior is a direct response to...
Carly S.
5.0
(1)
I have been working with children in one capacity or another since a very young age. As a 4th generation nanny, I grew up observing the nanny/family relationship dynamic and feel it has given me special insight into what it takes to balance such a personal career while still maintaining a professional relationship.
I have been...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel was extremely flexible in the interviews and scheduling. She worked between her current schedule and mine to make things work so we could meet and talk."
Melissa R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I stay active and upbeat. I have my Bachelors in Educational Studies. Professional and fun, On-time, and hard-working. My experience is nannying and teaching infant through school age children.
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brianna is a great person with a natural ability to bond with children. She's punctual, polite and brings to the table loads of education and experience."
Julia D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Over the last three years I have constantly been involved in childcare. I have watched kids from infants to 13-years old, and genuinely have loved being a nanny. Since I was very little I always loved helping out with the younger kids, and grew up working in the children's programs at my church.
My responsibilities have...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
(1)
My name is Lauren I live in Bremerton. I have a degree in Family Studies and a specialization in Child Life. I have been working with children for over 10 years now. I have spent most of my time working in the Infant and Toddler rooms. I have worked as a preschool teacher and a toddler teacher. While I was in college at Central...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren has worked as an Assistant in my Licensed Home Child Care for the past year. She has all of her classes completed, such as First Aid, CPR, Blood Path class, and Criminal Background check. She has cared for children newborn-elementary age, and has been...
Lynn B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a graduate student at University of Puget Sound studying Occupational Therapy with an interest in pediatrics. I am looking for part time work in the evenings after class or on the weekends. I love being able to take kids out of the house for adventures in nature. Chill personality and very accommodating to...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Alyssa is fantastic! We hired her to watch our three boys and she was very attentive to their needs with ages ranging from infant to almost 4 years old. She was very open to working with our special needs child and did a wonderful job with facilitating engaging...
Athena C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Halina (but I go by Hazel!)
I am an experienced nanny with over 10 years of experience in childcare, primarily working with infants and toddlers. I will be moving to the Shoreline area at the beginning of July and am looking to connect with a great family. I am highly experienced in infant and early toddler care, but...
Halina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hazel proved to be an exceptional nanny for our two children. Her professionalism was evident in her punctuality and dedication to spending quality time with them. She engaged them with a variety of games and songs, fostering a nurturing environment where they...
Hel S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
If you're looking for a well rounded, down-to-earth, experienced nanny/family assistant then you have come to the right profile! I have been working with kids for over 13 years and have a true passion for working within the household. I'm currently looking for a new village to be apart of! As a FA I also offer...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Kayla has been fantastic. We hired her to take care of our 5 month old son. We were so impressed with her professionalism, knowledge, and enthusiasm for childcare during her interview. We were even more thrilled when she watched our son during our first night out...
Missy G.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I have a ton of experience with children; I have three grown and I've been nanny to 20+ children over the years. I taught three children to read at very young ages. In addition, I home-schooled two children for three years and was a Substitute and Special Needs Teacher in International Schools. I'm also TEFL certified...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah was wonderful with our son! From the moment she started, it was obviously she had a lot of experience with children. She did a great job of handling all the energy a toddler has by having a slate of fun activities for him to do and a lot of patience. She...
Stephanie S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a very active fun person. I have two degrees and some of my MSW finished. I am an artist, love hiking, and crafts. I have a passion for knowledge and am talented at taking that knowledge for little ears. I am a previous foster parent, with a love for children. My favorite things to do with kids are go on adventures, be...
Kaylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaylie was EXCELLENT with my 5 munchkins. Very patient and responsible. 10/10 would recommend for kiddos of any age."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lexie. I just moved from Tacoma to Maple valley. I have 10 years experience taking care of children 5 of those years professionally. I am a vet assistant in Renton and have two cats and a dog myself. I work 4 days a week and am looking for additional income on my days off or hours after my day job. I am...
Lexie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have now had Lexie come weekly since first hiring her and we all love her. I found her here on Care.com and so thankful that I did. She has really connected well with the kids and has a great balance between kind and firm, knowing when to transition between the...
Melissa G.
5.0
(1)
Looking for a fun, familiar place for your child to go while you're away? How about a quiet space to do your work at home? Need somebody who can nurture your child's physical and emotional health? You've come to the right place! My home is full of educational, fun packed days! Rest assured knowing that your child will be off of...
Drew can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Drew is very mindful about everything she does - especially when it comes to her children. She is conscious about everything her children consume, whether that be the food they eat, the words they hear, etc... She is extremely caring and calm."
Emily O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thank you so much for considering me to look after your little one-or ones! I know finding someone you can truly trust is one of the hardest parts of this journey. I have been working with little ones since 2009 and am now working on a Masters' Degree in family therapy. There is nothing I love more than nurturing and providing a...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Where to start. I had my baby in June, hired Isabelle in September. I was just starting graduate school and was going to be working full time while pursuing my degree. Talk about stress on top of stress, adding a baby into the mix worked for our life plan but was...
Mimi G.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA
Melissa B.
5.0
We hired Melissa for consistent but variable day-time sitting when I was just starting back to work and had a varying schedule. If you have the opportunity to work with Melissa, jump on it! She is an absolute treasure. She provided loving, supportive care not only to our three kiddos but to our two...
- Elizabeth F.
Jemila L.
5.0
Our schedules only lined up briefly so she was with us for 3 shifts, but Jemila was very punctual/reliable, easy to communicate with, and patient with our 2 children undergoing some bottle aversions and separation anxiety!
- Courtney G.
Maria W.
5.0
Fantastic babysitter will be hiring again.
- Kyle G.
Sheafer C.
5.0
Sheafer is a wonderful caregiver. My three year old and almost one year old twins thrive under her care. She is punctual, communicative, and most importantly loved by my children.
- Kimberly S.
Mailani C.
5.0
Had a great first impression of May when she came for an in-person interview. She very quickly connected with our toddler and it was obvious she was a kind and caring person. Our daughter loved playing with her.
Would have made a great nanny for us, unfortunately our schedules didn't match up so...
- Karthikeyan M.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Tacoma, WA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Tacoma, WA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Tacoma, WA is as of is $20.70 per hour as of May, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Tacoma, WA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 248 in Tacoma, WA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Tacoma, WA?
You can find different nanny services in Tacoma through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Tacoma, WA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Tacoma, WA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Nannies in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 214 reviews of the 248 listed nannies.