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Find after school babysitters in Mercer Island, WA that you’ll love
60 after school babysitters are listed in Mercer Island, WA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 4 years
After school babysitters in Mercer Island, WA
Tatiana K.
Mercer Island, WA
$35-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Very calm, responsible and interesting personality
I like working with kids because I love taking care of children and teaching them new things
I'm looking for a job that Which will bring me pleasure and allow me to pay for my life
I started working with kids when I got brothers and sisters 5...
Todd S.
Mercer Island, WA
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Happy Grandpa In Early Retirement, Willing To Help Out With Families And Make Life Better.
I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring, and jovial
I like working with kids because I have raised 3 boys, been a Boy Scout leader, all of my boys are Eagle Scouts, and I like helping kids learn. I have 1 grandchild, but he is in Ohio. Looking for some jobs to support early retirement.
In my spare time, I like to...
Emma K.
Mercer Island, WA
$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I am an infant/pediatric Occupational Therapist and looking to make some extra money whenever I can. Prior to earning my masters I have experience babysitting and tutoring children for the last 10 years.
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My first job, like many others, was as a babysitter which eventually turned into becoming a nanny for a 2-year-old for three years. Eventually, the family no longer needed a nanny and I started working retail but I've learned that I am much happier doing what I love, which is helping and caring for families. At my old...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah F.
Mercer Island, WA
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi I'm Sarah- I enjoy going to the park, playing board games, and walking my dog. I moved to Seattle after graduating from the University of Minnesota in 2020. During college I cared for 2 children (8, 10 years) and enjoyed going to parks, extracurriculars, and helped their parents with household chores. I work remotely and have...
Ingrid C.
Mercer Island, WA
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I love children. I have five years previous experience as a nanny, working regularly with children from 9 months to 5 years now he in the preschool that's why I not belong with the family anymore.
Beyond my passion for children, I have been an asset to parent alike. By helping with the household (i. e. cooking, cleaning,...
Ingrid can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Lamya I.
Mercer Island, WA
$25-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have strong experience taking care of children from infant to school age. My ability to interact with children is my strength.
I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and understanding to both children and parents.
I like working with kids because I enjoy life being around little ones and see them growing.
I'm...
5.0
"Lamya was an excellent baby sitter for our 4 month kid. Baby bonded with her quite easily.
She was punctual and helped us out with a last minute request. We appreciate her jovial nature and willingness to help us out. She will be our go to baby sitter from now!"
Sambhav S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I currently work full time in retail, so I'm looking to do reoccurring or one time jobs. I have a lot of experience with kids of all different ages and a bunch of different situations. I started in childcare when I was 12 by working in my church nursery and babysitting my godson, and then throughout high school I was an after...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melissa was punctual and courteous, and she clicked with our preschooler right away. She communicated well with us via text/email and in person. We were confident in her ability to care for our kiddo. We'll happily hire her again for date-night babysitting!"
Lindsey G.
Nikte M.
Renton, WA
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, Been babysitting for over 10 years now and enjoy it currently working in the school district as a bilingual paraeducator and love it, usually available after 3 and will too help whenever I can.
Nikte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
5.0
"Nikte was very professional from the start! We had an agreed time with which she was to arrive and she arrived 15 minutes early, my son mentioned that Nikte stayed engaged with him through conversation throughout the day and asked multiple times if he was hungry or...
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Delaney G.
Renton, WA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a counseling graduate student looking for part time work before I move out of Seattle in August. I am a very dependable and patient person with a passion for helping others. I love kids and have been babysitting on and off since I was in middle school, approximately 10 years. I have experience looking after children...
Delaney can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Delaney was great with our 7ish-month-old! She was punctual, engaging, and patient, and I would love to have her watch our little one again."
Katherine K.
Rebecca B.
Seattle, WA
$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I currently manage a before and after school program for elementary aged children and before that ran a childcare center which served kiddos 6weeks to 12 years. Before all of that I was a live in nanny for a wonderful family in Quebec, Canada. I hold a current CPR certification, a food handlers card and have reliable...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca was on time and reliable. She responded great when our 3yo kiddo was initially not interested in interacting. But within 15 minutes, kid was showing her toys and playing happily. It was easy to leave the house for date night! Report from the kid was a fun...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an outgoing and eager babysitter! I graduated with my Bachelors in Early Childhood May of 2020. I have been a nanny, baby sitter, house sitter, virtual teacher, and camp counselor for the last 6 years. I have cared for so many little ones (and big ones) that I cannot imagine doing anything else! I am in Miami, Oklahoma...
Alexa can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Excellent and happy to have hired her."
Ruperto V.
5.0
(2)
Hi all! My name is Ellary, I'm 27 years old and I work as a full-time bread baker and pastry chef at The London Plane but I'm looking for a few childcare opportunities on the side. I have years of childcare experience working with a variety of age ranges. I worked at a children's summer camp, spent 4 years working as a 4th and...
Ellary can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ellary is a fabulous young woman with years of experience working with children. She has taught them science and music and has the ability to connect with children of all ages and temperaments. My boys love her dearly. She is patient and kind, enthusiastic and...
Tolly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the past three years, I've provided dedicated care to two children, aged 2 to 5, . From meal preparation to laundry, from establishing routines to school drop-offs, I've handled a wide array of responsibilities with professionalism and care. Baby sitter available.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We recently had the pleasure of having Kaitlyn (Kitty) as a temporary nanny for our two children, aged 7 months and 2 years, over a three-week period. She was consistently punctual and demonstrated profound knowledge and expertise in childcare. Not only did she...
Cassie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an undergrad is psychology and working on a masters in mental health counseling. I have worked with children abroad in a young girls shelter and taught English at a community college. Lots of babysitting experience for family, friends, teachers and others. I am very flexible, adaptive, optimistic and loving!
Mallory can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Mallory is outstanding and I highly recommend her! I hired Mallory for a nanny share with two 3 year old's (no easy feat) and with COVID changing plans for my 3 year old to be in preschool, we adapted to add an outdoor preschool with three other 2-3 year old's in...
Megan F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey there, I'm Cassidy!
I have over four months of experience as a full-time nanny, providing care for a newborn and her 4-year-old brother. Before that, I spent over two years as a part-time/full-time babysitter, looking after many kids aged 3-11.
I'm a non-smoker and received the common vaccinations. I have an English BA...
Cassidy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Did a wonderful job and was on time, we would hire Cassidy again. "
Ashley W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Makenzie and I'm 24 and I have two dogs. My ideal match is to work with a good natured family seeking care-pets and senses of humor are welcome! I have certification as a Home Care Aide.
I like to read, spend time outside, keep up on my ASL and discover new music. Big advocate for yoga and making people...
Makenzie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
I worked at the Boys and Girls Club and YMCA from early 2019 to late 2020, giving me more than 18 months of experience supervising and caring for children. I was responsible for preparing breakfast, chaperoning children to school, and handling daily challenges in a timely manner.
John can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with John B. over the past few months, and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the positive impact on my daughter’s learning. In addition to his teaching skills, John is punctual, professional, and reliable. Sessions were...
Ismail M.
Nicole R.
Seattle, WA
$40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole and I currently attend Mercyhurst University, where I am working towards receiving my B. A. in Early Childhood/Special Education, with a Minor in Pre-Law. Outside of my many babysitting experiences, I have experience working in the child care department of YMCA, where I cared for children from 6 weeks to 12...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is a wonderful babysitter! She consistently arrived at our home on time, ready to engage our kids with fun and educational activities with a smile on. She's kind, compassionate, and intelligent. My children really looked forward to spending time with her."
Gillian L.
Yohanna T.
Bellevue, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am Experienced And Motivated In Babysitting. I Help With Homework, Cleaning And Cooking.
5.0
(2)
I am very experienced and motivated in babysitting. I'm willing to help with homework, cleaning and cooking. I meet the physically, social, and emotional needs for a child in my care. I love working with kids because it brings joy to my heart.
5.0
"Yohanna was amazing! I am really impressed with her services. I have to say that her flexibility makes our work possible and our life much easier! My children absolutely adore her. She goes above and beyond in communication so we know our babies are safe. She’s...
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Mercer Island, WA
Lamya I.
5.0
Lamya was professional and we would hire her again.
- Kai S.
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa was punctual and courteous, and she clicked with our preschooler right away. She communicated well with us via text/email and in person. We were confident in her ability to care for our kiddo. We'll happily hire her again for date-night babysitting!
- Lindsey G.
Nikte M.
5.0
Nikte was very professional from the start! We had an agreed time with which she was to arrive and she arrived 15 minutes early, my son mentioned that Nikte stayed engaged with him through conversation throughout the day and asked multiple times if he was hungry or wanted to do activities. Every...
- Care member
Delaney G.
5.0
Delaney was great with our 7ish-month-old! She was punctual, engaging, and patient, and I would love to have her watch our little one again.
- Katherine K.
Rebecca B.
5.0
Rebecca was on time and reliable. She responded great when our 3yo kiddo was initially not interested in interacting. But within 15 minutes, kid was showing her toys and playing happily. It was easy to leave the house for date night! Report from the kid was a fun evening. And it was the first time...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Mercer Island, WA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Mercer Island, WA?
You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Mercer Island, 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 Mercer Island, WA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Mercer Island, WA is $21.71. 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 Mercer Island, 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 Mercer Island, WA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Mercer Island, 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 Mercer Island, WA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Mercer Island, WA?
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