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185 babysitters are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Bellingham, WA
Emily D.
Bellingham, WA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And Nanny Looking For Part Time Babysitting Or Nannying!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily, and I would describe myself as bubbly, enthusiastic, and caring. I'm graduating WWU in June with a degree in Political Science and am currently looking for a fun and supportive summer job before taking my next steps post-college.
I've been working with kids for over 7 years in a variety of settings-as a...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our daughter had a wonderful time with Emily. She was confident and reliable. We would definitely hire her again."
Nicole M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Brinley. I am a student teacher finishing up my degree in Special Education and Elementary Education (expected graduation: Spring 2025). Prior to nannying, I have worked at the ASCDC which is located on the university's campus for 2 years. I have a reliable sedan for transporting needs, being able to fit 2 car seats if...
Brinley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brinley is so kind and accommodating. She even brought art supplies and activities to keep the kiddos entertained. My daughter never wants her to leave when the day is over. She is great!"
Lauren G.
4.0
(4)
Hello I'm Rickia, and I have been a childcare provider for 9 years! I've been a babysitter for 6 years, and a professional nanny for 3 years. I'm CPR and AED certified. I've been a nanny for over 150 families. I have experience nannying children 2 weeks old up to 13 years old. I used to play college basketball so I love active...
Rickia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rickia did a great job with our Son!
She worked with us from February 2023- the end of June 2023 before heading back to school. We really enjoyed our experience with her as a nanny."
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Adrienne C.
Bellingham, WA
$27-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Part-time/Full-time Job On Weekdays
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Adrienne! I am 24 years old and a local seattlite. I absolutely adore children and I have 8+ years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children just a few weeks old to children in middle school. I love teaching and helping children learn new things. I am patient and understanding yet firm when needed....
Adrienne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Dove and I am a caring, patient, and experienced nanny/babysitter. I am currently studying law at Western Washington University in the Honors Program. I am comfortable with pets and I love to learn new skills. I am fully vaccinated and safe. I have transportation, and I am happy to meal prep! If you are...
Dove can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Dove cared for my toddler and baby in summer and was wonderful with both of them. She also helped with light housekeeping and organizing around the house. I would hire her again!"
Sai J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a native of Washington, I enjoy time outdoors. I am a graduate of Western Washington University where I earned a BA in English . I absolutely love children and the joy they have with everyday experiences. Being raised without a television, I appreciate the value in spending time reading, pursuing artistic interests and...
Ami can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ami is the most incredible person and caregiver we could have ever imagined, and we thank our lucky stars every day that we found her! No one is as patient, kind and loving as she is, and we've never felt more comfortable leaving our child with someone. Our...
David L.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of babysitting experience and 6+ years career nanny experience with children of all ages, including newborns & children with special needs. Experience in potty training & swimming lessons. I do not smoke or have any pets. I have a very reliable car and a clean driving record. I am active, patient, reliable...
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sabrina is PHENOMENAL!
We hired her for our twin babies, toddler, and ten year old and she has showed herself to be not only an amazing caregiver we can count on, but a great remodel for our young children.
Sabrina taught our daughter how to swim during...
Tiffany T.
Emma H.
Bellingham, WA
$20-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, my mom ran a daycare business through our home, and from a young age I enjoyed helping out and taking care of the children my mother took care of. She often worked with infants, and as those infants reached school age, I would become their babysitter, watching them after school as needed. Sine then, I have worked...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma was great at communicating. She left my place clean and the pets were happy and healthy when I got back. "
Sarah C.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Olivia and I have been working with kids for a majority of my life. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old, watching some of the kids in my neighborhood. When I was 18, I got my first official job as a nanny to a 5-month-old boy, which was an incredibly rewarding experience. I currently work at the...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Malena K.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Malena:) I'm 21 and am currently enrolled at Evergreen Beauty College (Bellingham). I'm great with children of all ages, and very reliable. I always want to give the best care I can, while also making the kids I'm taking care of comfortable with me. I've been very experienced with children between my past years of...
5.0
"Malena was friendly, punctual, and lots of fun for the kids! Our 10 year old and 2.5 year old had a great time! We will definitely be using her again!"
Janelle N.
Alyssa H.
Bellingham, WA
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting my newborn baby brother when I was 11 years old. Since then, I have been paid to babysit kids of all ages. From newborn babies to 12-year-old kids. In addition, I have worked as a Camp Counselor for the past 4 summers, working with kids ages 5-11. In 2019, I volunteered teaching English in Mexico for 4...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ally has been absolutely amazing! She’s been minding our two year old daughter for several months now … our daughter grandma is coming to take over and we’re all going to miss Ally very much. We highly recommend her. Ally is ridiculously punctual, friendly, and a...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Teal. I have 8 years of experience working as a babysitter and nanny. I have experience with newborns and toddlers, as well as with older kids. I like staying busy by cooking, crafting, and taking trips to local parks. The library is another favorite! I love my job and I feel like it comes naturally to me. I...
Teal can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Our girls loved Teal. She was really engaged with them and they had a great time. She went above and beyond our expectations. She's punctual and has excellent communication. We will rehire and recommend her."
Susan W.
Melody L.
Bellingham, WA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver, Animal And House Sitter, Part Or Full Time For The Summer
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Mel and I'm currently getting my masters degree at Western. I love the outdoors, animals, art, and teaching kids cool facts about nature. I am CPR certified and I have many years of experience including nannying for a newborn, babysitting all age groups, working as a summer camp counselor, and caregiving kiddos...
Melody can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mel was an amazing help. She is intuitive, intelligent and reliable. She was very understanding and accommodating when our original schedule changed. We are going to miss her greatly and wish her all the best on her new adventure. If you are lucky enough to...
Neva D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I would love to spend time with your kids! I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for over 10 years, and most recently nannied for a family with a 1-year-old. I am comfortable with all ages. Excellent communication with the family is a top priority for me, and having fun while keeping the kiddos safe!
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was great with our four kids. I felt like our kids were well-taken care of and she even took the kids to play in the snow and brought her own crafts. We highly recommend her because she is very dependable, fun and caring!"
Bri A.
Sarah B.
Bellingham, WA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I helped raise my youngest brother with autism who is now 14. This taught me a lot about the needs/care a child with special needs would require. I was also a camp counselor and loved the opportunity and experience. I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm, and can always find something fun to do with the kids! Arts and...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sarah is upbeat and was great with my one year old!"
Skylar S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Estelle and I am 24 years old. I have been babysitting for just over 12 years. I really enjoy spending time with kids. I have babysat for multiple families on care. com mostly taking care of children under the age of 4 as well as family friends when I was younger. I have babysat kids between the ages of 1 month up to...
Estelle can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Estelle was on time and often arrived 10 minutes early. My six month old had never been left with anyone but family and had some anxiety. Estelle was kind and patient with her.
She also responded quickly to calls and texts. She did a wonderful job.
I ended up...
Season S.
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Sydney for cleaning services. I'm very much pregnant and was overwhelmed where to start! Well Sydney helped out with starting points and worked on my bathroom, kitchen, fridge and living room. It feels like a relief to have things cleaned before the baby...
Marilyn E.
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Brianna was beyond amazing with my three boys and our three Huskies! My boys often can't resist teasing each other and getting into brotherly roughhousing (ok, fights), but Brianna manages the situation really wonderfully - she's very funny, kind and creative and...
Care member
Allison S.
Bellingham, WA
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Years Of Experience In Early Childhood Education And Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Allie and I hope I can help your family! I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and am currently have a full time nanny job in Bellingham. I am looking to help families on the weekends for date nights or time for you to get stuff done.
My work experiences teaching at multiple cooperation child care centers,...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was wonderful! We had an event that went from dinner time to bedtime that we needed childcare for. We have never had someone else put our kiddo to bed, but Allie was able to do it with no issue! Allie was kind, interactive, and made our child feel at ease. He...
Ellie S.
Lauren B.
Bellingham, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience in childcare. I like to do arts and crafts with kids and get them outside. I am also a gardener and jeweler. I like to hike, surf , rock climb, knit , sew and felt! I have references as well!
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren watched our 2-year old for 4 days during a recent trip to North Conway, NH. She's terrific - reliable and a hit with our son!"
Chris H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Bellingham, WA
Emily D.
5.0
Our daughter had a wonderful time with Emily. She was confident and reliable. We would definitely hire her again.
- Nicole M.
Brinley F.
5.0
Brinley is so kind and accommodating. She even brought art supplies and activities to keep the kiddos entertained. My daughter never wants her to leave when the day is over. She is great!
- Lauren G.
Rickia C.
5.0
Rickia has been a great babysitter for our kids and made sure that they were having fun. She is full of wonderful ideas of activities to do with the little ones that they enjoyed. Rickia has also been reliable and easy to communicate with.
- Faisal N.
Dove N.
5.0
Dove cared for my toddler and baby in summer and was wonderful with both of them. She also helped with light housekeeping and organizing around the house. I would hire her again!
- Sai J.
Ami C.
5.0
Ami is the most incredible person and caregiver we could have ever imagined, and we thank our lucky stars every day that we found her! No one is as patient, kind and loving as she is, and we've never felt more comfortable leaving our child with someone. Our daughter loves her like family (and some...
- David L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bellingham, WA:
How can I find a Bellingham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bellingham, WA 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 185 babysitters in Bellingham, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Bellingham, WA?
The average rate for Bellingham, WA babysitters on Care.com is $20.54 per hour as of May 2025. 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 Bellingham, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bellingham, WA through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Bellingham, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Bellingham, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 79 reviews of the 185 listed babysitters.