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112 after school babysitters are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
What others are saying about after school babysitters in Bellingham, WA
Dana has been a wonderful help to our family. She has been caring for my five-year-old son in the afternoons after half-day preschool since…
Review for Dana W. by Lana M.
Brianna was beyond amazing with my three boys and our three Huskies! My boys often can't resist teasing each other and getting into…
Review for Brianna G. by Care member
I hired Sydney off Care.com to watch my then 14 month old son for a day while I worked and his daycare was shut down for Covid. Syd was on…
Review for Sydney M. by Isabel H.
After school babysitters in Bellingham, WA
Constance M.
Bellingham, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a natural-born caregiver, I have over a decade of experience providing a nurturing and safe environment for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from growing up in a big family, where I became an auntie at just 3 years old and have spent most of my teenage years babysitting for each of my siblings. I've...
Constance can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Dana, I have over 30+ years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I focus on creative play, inside and outside your home. We can go on walks, play in the park, or go to the library. Indoors I like to keep children busy with art, games, music, and make believe. I am certified as a home...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana has been a wonderful help to our family. She has been caring for my five-year-old son in the afternoons after half-day preschool since November 2018, and she also occasionally cares for my seven-year-old daughter. Together, they play games, draw pictures, do...
Lana M.
Brianna G.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Brianna, and I'm here because I'd like to be able to make some more money to support myself while doing something I enjoy - meeting new people! While it can be tough and aggravating, babysitting can also be rewarding and a humbling learning experience. I'm dependable, honest, and hard-working - I'll do my best to find...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Brianna is smart and was very attentive to my three young children. They loved her singing, positive attitude and using their imaginations. She follows directions and my kids are always excited when she is coming to see them. "
Care member
Sydney M.
Bellingham, WA
$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking Forward To Finding A New Family That I Can Work With!
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom to an almost 5-month-old, and looking to bring my daughter with me to a nanny job when I find a great fit. Looking for a family with a child/ children between the ages of 2-5 years of age.
I'm looking for a job that I can feel good about, where I feel like part of the family and that I'm trusted.
I started working...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sydney watched my twin newborns and did a great job. She was very punctual and communicated well!"
Rachel L.
Sarah M.
Bellingham, WA
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I am a current college student with lots of experience with child care. During the pandemic I took a break from school and worked as a personal nanny for a year and loved it! I also worked as an occasional babysitter throughout my teenager years, as well as growing up in a large family where I spent a lot of time looking...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi!
I am an elementary education major at Whatcom, with plans to transfer to WWU. I just moved up to Bellingham from Boise, Idaho. I love any sort of art projects, animals, and spending time with friends and family.
I have been babysitting since I was 15, but I worked at an infant care center for two years of high school. I...
Ivy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Lauren! I'm currently a junior at Western Washington University where I'm planning on receiving a degree in Early Childhood Education so I can work towards my dream of being a preschool or kindergarten teacher.
Last summer, I was a camp counselor at an adaptive day camp provided by the city of Bellevue to families with...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
I spent the summer of 2020 as a nanny for two amazing kiddos, who at the time were 7 and 4. I still babysit them on occasion. While I was caring for them that summer we went the entire day (9am-5pm) completely screen-free for a full day of fun adventures and mind engaging activities! We baked, played games, read and created...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Geneva ("Genny"). I absolutely love caring for children of all ages and abilities, happily doing so for the past 12+ years (while pursuing my high school and university/grad school studies full-time). I became a certified SuperSitter, a childcare provider with extra training to care for children with special...
Geneva can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Genny is the perfect fit for my mother! So happy to have found a great, caring person to provide some quality time."
Heidi S.
Peps W.
Bellingham, WA
$19/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Peps. I have been taking care of kids either as a camp counselor, helping my stepmother with daycare, or working in my current job as a preschool assistant teacher. Total I have over 6 years experience at 21 years old and have certifications in Child Care Basics, CPR, First Aid, Safe Sleep, and others I can present. I...
Natasha B.
Bellingham, WA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am kind and caring and happy to help with most tasks. I am currently a student at Fairhaven College. I enjoy being with kids and have experience working with many ages.
Natasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alexandra A.
Bellingham, WA
$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Educated, Experienced And Professional Childcare Provider
5.0
(4)
Hello!
I'm originally from Hawaii and have lived in Bellingham since 2019. I love traveling, creating music, cooking, reading and being in nature. If I had to choose 5 words to describe myself, I'd choose: nurturing, warm, energetic, funny and creative.
I am a safe and reliable childcare provider, with nearly a decade of...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"I hired Alex to look after my 4 year old twin daughters. She was our first child care provider so I was a little nervous but she put my nerves to rest when I saw her effortlessly interacting with my girls. She took to them and they took to her immediately, as if...
Anton S.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Bellingham, WA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Bellingham, WA?
You can review 112 after school babysitter profiles near you in Bellingham, WA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Bellingham, WA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Bellingham, WA is $19.58. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Bellingham, WA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Bellingham, WA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Bellingham, WA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Bellingham, WA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Bellingham, WA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Bellingham, WA.
Ratings for Bellingham, WA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
After School Babysitters in Bellingham, WA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 112 listed after school babysitters.