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Aumpika C.

Gig Harbor, WA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is truly a passion of mine. I'm dedicated to fostering a positive impact on children's lives and supporting families by providing reliable care. With a college degree and one year of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to two children across various age groups, from infants to 11-year-olds. My...
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Sydney H.

Gig Harbor, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been working with kids of all ages for about 10 years now with babysitting, nannying, and swim lessons. I have worked with kids from the age of 8 months old to 12 years old. As a child care worker I have help in all aspects of the kids lives that the parents needed from driving the kids to sports and after school to...

Amelia H. says "Kids love her. Sweet, reliable, and easy-going. Is able to follow instructions, is very dependable, and responsible. Mature beyond her years."

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Katie K.

Gig Harbor, WA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Hi there! I am a reliable, energetic college graduate, looking for a full- time nanny position. I have experience working with children of all ages in various enviroments and am looking forward to connecting with a family. From being the neighborhood babysitter at a young age, to volunteer work with hospitalized children at Mary...
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Tami S.

Fun Sitter For Your Loved Ones.

Gig Harbor, WA

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$17/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as fun, honest, loyal. I like working with kids because they are innocent, honest, and tell it like it is. I like to make kids smile and laugh. That keeps us young. I started working with kids when I was in high school. I have 2 grown children of my own, and a niece and nephew. In my spare time, I...
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Hannah W.

Full-time Nanny!

Gig Harbor, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello there! I started my professional life working as a nursing-assistant in both Oregon and Washington. I began in long-term care facilities and eventually ended up in a hospital setting. After a severe wrist injury which halted my ability to safely perform CPR, I had to step out of that work field for some time and decided to...
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Karen K.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Gig Harbor, WA

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a 56-year-old compassionate, loving Mother/Grandmother of 3 grown successful adults and 3 Grandchildren. I have many years of experience personally raising children and caring for my own parents as well as working in all aspects of domestic care services for last 9 years. With excellent references. Currently and for the...
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Theresa P.

Giggle Facilitator

Gig Harbor, WA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
22+ years experience working with children from birth-school age. I have had the honor of caring for kids with Autism, Cerebal palsy, ADHD and other developmental delays and even twins! I have worked as a children's/youth ministry director as well as in a licensed childcare center. I am comfortable managing large families and...
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Monica Clarice Q.

Child Care

Gig Harbor, WA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello parents of Care. com! I just graduated from Peninsula High School and through Tacoma Community College's running start program. I've worked at the YMCA in child watch/camp and have helped fulfill other positions for over two years. A few months before softball season rolled in, I was working as a teacher's assistant at In...

Desiree S. says "She is very Punctual, friendly, and caring. My son enjoyed having her care for him in the mornings. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

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Kaylee G.

Your Favorite Babysitter!

Gig Harbor, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I provide babysitting services in the comfort of your own home. I am more than experienced with children of all ages. From newborn-high school. I work well with families who need extra help guiding children through daily routines while they're away. With my open availability I can help with on call, as well as overnight...
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Deionne S.

Gig Harbor, WA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
My name is Deionne and I am a college graduate from Central Washington University. I am currently in the process of applying for physician assistant school, which does not begin until next year if accepted. I am currently working at Allenmore Hospital in the emergency department as an Emergency Services Technician. I thoroughly...
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Cameron P.

Gig Harbor, WA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
As a caretaker with over three years of experience, I'm dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey into caregiving was inspired by my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for positively impacting young lives. I've worked with children of various age groups, from infants...
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Josefina S.

Your Trusting Sitter

Gig Harbor, WA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
As an experienced nanny, I bring warmth, creativity, and a genuine love for children to every family I work with. My nurturing approach fosters a safe and engaging environment where kids can thrive. I excel at balancing fun and learning, crafting imaginative activities that inspire curiosity and growth. With strong communication...
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Tressanna R.

Part-time Nanny / Babysitter / Caregiver

Gig Harbor, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Tressanna. I am 23 years old, have my BA from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and live in Tacoma WA. I am an experienced nanny, babysitter, and caregiver for all age groups. I am a licensed CNA and Wilderness First Responder. Additionally, I also hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, Epinephrine,...

Katie B. says "Tressa was so amazing with my two children (5yo and 18mo old). She made outside time a priority, kept the house from descending into toy chaos, and helped...

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Rhianna C.

Young, Fun, Happy Nanny Seeking Family To Help!

Lakebay, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
Hey there! I am interested in caring for your children ! :) I enjoy making healthy after school or daycare snacks, love going for walks outside, making arts and crafts, cooking up lots of yummy food, reading, swimming, having nerf gun wars, and lots more. I'd love to become part of your family and help you out in any way that I...

Emma E. says "Rhianna was so great! She was friendly, communicative, and on time. Our son had a great time and she was very active with him, he told us all about all the...

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Nicola C.

Fun And Caring Nanny

Lakebay, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Nicola and I have worked with children all my life as a nanny, a preschool teacher and in after school programs. My favorite ages and area of expertise is working with infants and toddlers. Prior to nannying the last few years I taught toddler's at a preschool for six years and got my Child Development Associate...

Heidi V. says "Nicola is very responsive, communicative, and easy to work with. She did wonderful with my little one and my little girl is a handful! Her experience as a...

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Autumn R.

Babysitter!

Belfair, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I started babysitting when I was 14 and I am now 25. First it started as just a few times here and there for a family friend and then they "hired" me full time as I got older. Now, my husband is military and we travel a lot so I've stuck to babysitting just to have a more flexible schedule for us. We're currently resided in...
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Nicole K.

Port Orchard, WA

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$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As someone with a deep passion for nurturing young minds, I've dedicated the past two decades to providing exceptional childcare. My patient and friendly nature creates a welcoming environment for children to thrive. With my extensive training, including First Aid and CPR certification, as well as coursework in Early Child...
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Ashley L M.

Artsy & Fun Sitter W/ Teaching Experience

Port Orchard, WA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Ashley and I am 22 years old and live in Port Orchard, Washington. Currently, I am finishing my degree in Elementary Education with an Art Teaching Endorsement through WGU (online). Since I can remember, I knew I wanted to be a teacher because I find kids delightful and want to make a difference in their...
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Kelsey P.

Belfair, WA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I've always had a passion for caring for children and helping them grow. I've babysat for families in my neighborhood for the past year, and I've loved every minute of it. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I know how to put children at ease. I also understand the importance of following parents' instructions and household...
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Madison B.

Madi

Port Orchard, WA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi, My name is Madison but I go by Madi. I am currently 23 years old and employed as a psychiatric child care counselor. Recently I have realized how much I miss the life of being a nanny, so now I am seeking a full-time position to help someone's family. A little bit about me, From ages 18 to 20 I was a nanny full time. From...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.31/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Gig Harbor, WA

After School Babysitters in Gig Harbor, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Sydney H.

Kids love her. Sweet, reliable, and easy-going. Is able to follow instructions, is very dependable, and responsible. Mature beyond her...

- Amelia H.

Monica Clarice Q.

She is very Punctual, friendly, and caring. My son enjoyed having her care for him in the mornings. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

- Desiree S.

Tressanna R.

Tressa was so amazing with my two children (5yo and 18mo old). She made outside time a priority, kept the house from descending into toy...

- Katie B.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Gig Harbor, WA

You can review 13 after school babysitter profiles near you in Gig Harbor, 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.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Gig Harbor, WA is $20.31. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

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 Gig Harbor, WA on babysitting websites like Care.com.

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 Gig Harbor, WA can really come in handy.

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 Gig Harbor, WA.

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