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3,001 babysitters are listed in Austin, TX
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Austin, TX
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sadie and I am 23 years old! I just moved to Austin about 10 months ago for a new job but I am originally from Boulder, Colorado!
Before moving to Austin, I graduated from the University of Arizona (May 2023) with a degree in Psychology & Neuroscience and a minor in Spanish!
I have been speaking Spanish...
Sadie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Sadie is a wonderful sitter! My kids had such a fun time with her. She kept in constant communication, and asked questions if she was unsure about something my kids would like or if we would be OK with her going down to the neighborhood park with them (which we...
Lauren H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am 25 years old and have lived in Austin since July 2021. I work full time 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. in technology sales. I am looking to babysit kids of any age from around 4:30-:7:00 p.m. during weekdays. I'd love to be outside at the park/doing activities or helping with homework as I was previously a teacher! I also have weekend...
Tonianne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Miss Tonianne was such a blessing for our family and my two toddlers still ask to see her almost every day. We recently moved from Austin to Houston, but Tonianne was our nanny and became part of the family in Austin. Tonianne is mature well beyond her years and...
Sarah R.
5.0
(6)
Hi there! I'm Bethany, a 24-year-old childcare expert and University of Texas grad living in Austin. My journey has taken me from daycares to after-school programs, where I've spent over seven years nannying, babysitting, and providing reliable transportation. These experiences, coupled with five fantastic summers at a...
Bethany can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bethany has always been respectful, kind and friendly. She's dependable, caring, patient and empathetic to a child's needs.
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Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 9 years experience working with children including as a nanny, babysitter, intern in a counseling center, and as a challenge course facilitator. I hold my Master's in Psychology, which included coursework in Early Childhood Development. I am also CPR/AED/First Aid certified. In addition, I'm a personal trainer, so I love...
Liz can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz is amazing with my children. She quickly won over my reticent toddler, and now Liz is one of her favorite people! Liz always gets my two kiddos out of the house, to the park or for a stroll, and I love that they clearly have so much fun with her. I completely...
Elizabeth R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kira, I am a 24-year-old currently at St Edwards University studying to be a Marriage and Family Therapist. I did my undergrad in Psychology at University, and also want to be a play therapist.
I have many years experience caring for children of all ages, and I was a live in nanny for a 2-year-old girl and a...
Kira can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kira has been an amazing resource for our family. She watches my three kids - right now they’re 11, 6 and 7 months. She helps with everything from date night to overnight trips and even helped me after a surgery plus the kids! She picks up from school, takes to...
Care member
Morgan R.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter That'll Provide A Safe, Fun, And Nurturing Environment For Kids Of All Ages!
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as
Responsible
Empathetic
Nurturing
Energetic
I like working with kids because of their curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring the world!
I started working with kids when I was in 7th grade. Starting in high school I nannied for a family with three young kids. After 10 years with the same family...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Morgan was my childhood babysitter, taking care of my 2 younger sisters and I from age 3 to 14. She was always equipped with fun and engaging activities for us to participate in. I am nearly 18, and still have an amazing relationship with her. I would recommend her...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Growing up I was always surrounded by lots of children. I have two younger brothers which I have cared for since they day they were born. I started babysitting at the age of 14 and started nannying at the age of 17. I love being a nanny because I get to watch children grow, and we get to do fun activities! My true goal as a...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kelsey babysat/nannied for my family for several years. She cared for our kids from 2015-2019. My kids were 2.5 and 7 when she stared with us. The only reason she didn't continue with my family is that she moved back to TX.
Kelsey was wonderful! We all...
Dana B.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I really enjoy working with kids, it is something that has always been a big part of my life!
I have worked with all ages of kids from the time I was in junior high helping my church with day care, to high school being a youth group leader and on through college. During college I nannied 2 boys 7 and 9 for about 3 years and...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranda is amazing, sweet and very reliable. I would 1000% recommend her for your babysitting needs! My daughter had such a wonderful time with her new friend :)"
Kayla H.
5.0
(3)
Hi,
My name is Bella! I'm 22 years old & have been an aunt since I was 11 years old. Aside from taking care of my nieces & nephew, I've been with multiple families in the past year & am currently working with a 19-year-old with autism.
Some of my responsibilities have included:
- Planning/ preparing meals & snacks
- Laundry,...
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella always brings joy to the home when she watches our children. She stays engaged, encourages healthy eating, and I appreciate that she keeps things tidy throughout the day. She’s very helpful with homework and keeping the kids occupied with arts and crafts or...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel!
I would love to babysit your little ones for date night or the weekend. I'm currently an event planner for a catering company and before I started this position I spent most of 2021 nannying for a 3month and 3yr old.
Additionally, I have experience working with children from ages 0-12. In undergrad I...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We miss her so much! She cared for my baby and my coworker's toddler as we navigated remote work with our agency, and as I navigated working period, after returning from maternity leave. She did lots of activities with them, was dependable, very helpful around the...
Barbra G.
5.0
(1)
To tell you a bit about my self, I have been babysitting since I can remember really I love children and always have, once I was the oldest kid in my neighborhood As a professional caregiver I have CPR, aed and first aid, and babysitting certificates. I also have an all my links profile with more information and recommendations...
De'ja can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"De'Ja is so sweet with the kids - they love her! She is dependable and punctual and positive - I highly recommend her!"
Oge Y.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Dani, and I am a Texas grad! I have been babysitting for over eight years! In my go-to childcare platform, I am proud to have a five star rating from 80+ families, along with 52 stellar written reviews! I am more than happy to provide with as many references as you need!
I am a fluent Spanish speaker, too! If...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dani is a true gem... she helped us with our 2 YO during a school break and our daughter was in love with her from day 1. Dani brings such great energy - she's positive, extremely engaged with the kids and very creative in coxing kids to do what they're supposed to...
Jen M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mykeala. I've worked with children my whole life, as I am an older sister (the only girl of four kids) and auntie of an adorable 10-year-old little girl. I love all animals, and absolutely adore dogs. My hobbies include any kind of activity that takes place outside in the sun, as well as the arts (culinary, singing,...
Mykeala can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mykeala is so sweet and attentive! She was able to keep my toddler entertained and adapt to her very clingy nighttime ritual. She's also energetic and well versed with taking care of children of various ages. She asked all the right questions so that she can...
Bianca J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have babysat for several neighborhood families over the past four years with children ranging in age from 7 months-12 years old. I regularly care for a 2-year-old and a 6-year-old on an as-needed basis while I am home from college for the summer. I have my own transportation and have experience driving the children I...
Veronika can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We will absolutely be hiring Veronika again in the future. It was our first time leaving our 1 year old with a babysitter so we were a bit apprehensive at first. She was everything we could have wanted and we felt comfortable the moment she walked through the door....
Michael F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Grace and I have been a professional nanny for 6 years. I have worked with 4 families in that time. I cared for multiple ages ranging from 1 month- 14 yrs old. I specialize in caring for children on the autism spectrum, and have learned so much from each of the children i've had the honor to care for. I am...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
" Grace has worked for our family for about a year. Our children adore her and she loves them as well. We have been very pleased with her and have had no problems at all. She is very dependable and conscientious. She has been fantastic with my Asperger's girl. She...
Terrie C.
Audrey M.
Austin, TX
$57/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am An Experienced Babysitter Of Over Eight Years. Parents Always Love To Have Me Come Back And Watch Their Children.
5.0
(1)
I always love to have fun with the children I'm watching. One summer, I had the privilege of watching six kids of different families from the age of 1 to 12. I learned a lot about time management and how much I enjoyed it. We had a schedule throughout the week that included fun activities every day.
Audrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Audrey is great! Awesome attitude, on time and enthusiastic! She met my children and they loved her. Very much looking forward to working with her soon!"
Morgan R.
Chandler A.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Weekends and Some Evenings During the Week
5.0
(3)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Chandler,
I taught special education for students ages 3-5 for 7 years. I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 18. I have worked for individual families and cared for children in group settings. During the Summer I have some flexibility, but when school is in, my availability is a little limited.
Chandler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I struggle to find the words to do Chandler justice - she truly is nothing short of heaven sent.
We have been extremely fortunate to have had a family member available to watch our son, so when that family member moved out of state, I was extremely hesitant to...
Bill W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 7 years of paid experience with children ages 3 months-6+years . Children bring out the inner child in me I love playing games, singing, reading, doing arts and crafts!
Magdeli can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Magdeli is a wonderful caregiver. She is very good with my daughter and enjoys doing crafts and playing with her. My daughter looks forward to their time together. Natalia L."
Natalia L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Bre!
I am 24 years-old babysitter in Downtown/Central Austin. I am now available for part-time nannying and occasional babysitting.
Building connections and friendships with kids is something I truly cherish. With 8 years of experience:
-Starting at a In-home daycare, working with kids 2 months- 14 years...
Bre can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Bre is amazing! My 8 year old and 6 year old took to her instantly! Shes punctual, great with kids, and even left our house looking immaculate! She's detailed oriented, kindhearted, and our kids and animals just LOVE her! She even checks in with us periodically,...
Jamie A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a full time Pediatric ICU nurse here in Austin and am looking for something on the side. Due to my hospital schedule I unfortunately can't commit to the same recurring days every week however, I do have my schedule 6 weeks in advance and am flexible with my time off from the hospital! I am PALS, ACLS, BLS certified.
Mckenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"McKenna was so great with our 4 month old baby. She seemed so excited to see her each time and left us at ease whenever she watched her. So kind and bubbly and jumped in right away which meant I didn't have to give a ton of direction which I really appreciated....
Bea B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Sadie S.
5.0
Sadie is a wonderful sitter! My kids had such a fun time with her. She kept in constant communication, and asked questions if she was unsure about something my kids would like or if we would be OK with her going down to the neighborhood park with them (which we definitely were). We would definitely...
- Lauren H.
Tonianne D.
5.0
Miss Tonianne was such a blessing for our family and my two toddlers still ask to see her almost every day. We recently moved from Austin to Houston, but Tonianne was our nanny and became part of the family in Austin. Tonianne is mature well beyond her years and has an intuitive understanding about...
- Sarah R.
Bethany B.
5.0
I have know Bethany since i was in high school, she is truly the best person i know! I would trust her with my children any day! She is responsible, patient, kind, outgoing and trusting. She is always thinking of new activities for the children she babysits and keeps the parents updated often...
- Care member
Liz C.
5.0
Liz is a fantastic babysitter! She communicates well which was huge for us being new to leaving our baby with someone else.
- Caitlin M.
Kira B.
5.0
Kira has been an amazing resource for our family. She watches my three kids - right now they’re 11, 6 and 7 months. She helps with everything from date night to overnight trips and even helped me after a surgery plus the kids! She picks up from school, takes to practice, daycare drop off/pick up,...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Austin, TX:
How can I find a Austin babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Austin, TX 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 3,001 babysitters in Austin, TX on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Austin, TX?
The average rate for Austin, TX babysitters on Care.com is $19.10 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 Austin, TX?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Austin, TX are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1,511 reviews of the 3,001 listed babysitters.