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Shelby W.

Houston, TX

4.7(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi! I'm Shelby, I'm a nurturing and dependable caregiver with 3 years of experience caring for toddlers and infants. I'm also a licensed vocational nurse with certifications in BLS, CET, and CCMA, so your child's safety and well-being are always my top priorities. I'm very family-oriented, love being around kids, and bring a lot...

Care Member says "Shelby has been a godsend! I hired her to help with my newborn as I transitioned back to work from home and she stepped right in immediately. She’s been...

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Caytlin M.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Caytlin! I can't wait to meet you and your loved ones! I'm from Northern Indiana, but have lived happily in Houston for 2 years. I have 4 years of professional childcare experience, and currently work full time in education. As a sister to 6 younger siblings, caring for children has always been part of my life....

Kristin B. says "Caytlin is fantastic! She's a natural with children and is very in tune with their emotional needs. She followed our daily schedule with little direction...

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Carrie K.

Experienced, Playful Sitter With More Than 20 Years Experience

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
I've cared for infants and toddlers to teens. I'm extremely patient, attentive and interactive with the kids I care for. I am adept at meeting children on their own level while maintaining authority. I encourage active imagination, creativity and playfulness. I follow the basic tenants of improvisational theater when working...

Cason C. says "Carrie is the only person I have ever left my son with other than family. As an infant he had severe feeding issues and Carrie would patiently work with...

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Maria M.

Experienced Nanny

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
40+ years experience raising and taking care of kids. I have worked for many families and love taking care of babies & kids of any age. I love to nanny and I am looking for a caring family to work for. References are available upon request.

Arthi V. says "Ms. Maria/ Angela is a very dependable nanny. She is extremely professional at the same time friendly. We had many change of plans and she was very...

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Maria M.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider, I am dedicated to nurturing and supporting the growth of children. With more than 23 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, I have a deep understanding of their developmental needs and strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating...

Spencer A. says "She took care of our two boys from 2013 now we occasionally need her but she is amazing! I would definitely recommend her and your children will be in...

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Shaay M.

Nanny

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello All, I am 25. years old, I have about 7 years of experience with taking care of children from new born to 12 years old. I love working with kids and I don't think I'd ever stop working with kids because it feels as if I'm making a positive impact on their life no matter how big or small and it's something I would like to...

Care Member says "I loved how Shaay took care of my 3 month old son. I was so worried having to leave him while I work from home in the hands of someone else . But seeing...

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Paola R.

Nanny

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I am a highly organized and detail-oriented nanny with a reputation for being dependable and trustworthy. With 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have a strong understanding of their developmental needs. I am proactive in anticipating children's requirements and enjoy working collaboratively with parents to...

Care Member says "We have been fortunate to have Paola as our caregiver for the past year, and it has been an incredibly positive experience for our family. Paola is...

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Eliza G.

Fun And Crafty Sitter Guaranteed To Make You Smile!

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi there families! My name is Eliza, a little bit about me is I have 5+ years of experience and am certified in both CPR and First Aid training. I am a reliable, fun, loving, and overall joyful person with a bright personality looking to make my mark in your little ones world! I am typically very flexible with my hours whether...

Jezy C. says "My kids didn't take time at all to get used to her. I can tell they really like her. they don't even like the daycare teachers as much and they see them way...

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Sydney M.

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Sydney . I am a junior at UNT. Last summer I worked from March until August with children of all abilities, ages 6-18, at a summer camp called Camp For All. I thoroughly enjoyed each moment of it and being able to watch the kids experience new things and feel joy each day. I also used to volunteer in my church's...
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Alyiah H.

Houston, TX

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 23 families in your area
Meal prep
My name is Alyiah. I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I am passionate about creating safe, engaging, and fun environments for kids to thrive. I have worked with a variety of families, providing everything from basic childcare to homework help and creative activities. My goal is to support both...

Ashley J. says "Highly recommend! She is great about responding to messages quickly. When she arrived for the job she showed up early, asked great questions so she would...

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Caroline G.

Part Time Nanny

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Caroline. I am 22 years old and currently attemding the University of Houston majoring in Public Policy with plans to attend law school afterwards. I began as a mothers helper at the age of 12, and four years later moved on to working as a nanny, which I have been doing for the past almost seven years. I...
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Shanelle G.

Houston, TX

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
Hello, I have many years experience with children. I am also in college where I am majoring in teaching and child care. For many years I have had a connection with kids. I have an understanding of the way they are raised and taught. I discuss with parents how the child or children should be taken care of. If their are any...

Natieka O. says "Tonight was our first time using this service. I was very nervous at first. But Shanelle was wonderful. She actually showed up about 15-20 minutes early....

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Ciera N.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a Registered Nurse at Memorial Hermann. I have a full time schedule but can be available for date nights.

Tori A. says "Ciera was a dream to work with! She was very prompt when returning my messages and she also helped me out of a bind with a very professional and quick...

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Esraa A.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
I look for work with children, older people or animals. I have experience in nursery and plant care. I have a certificate.

Osamah A. says "She is a reliable, honest, professional, enthusiastic, trustworthy, passionate, warmhearted and caring about her job, customers, kids and families. To...

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Vicky N.

Great Love & Care For Young Children

Houston, TX

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
A mom of 2 ; ( both premature & full term babies ) experience with children with special needs. Great at multitasking! Patient & Kind! Organized , Perfect Timing Schedule! Fluent in Spanish , English & Sign Language! Positive & Energetic! Trust Worthy , Open Minded & Respectful! Love Pets as well! open to dogs and cats! Light...
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Nicole K.

Houston, TX

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a professional caregiver, preschool teacher looking to transition to homeschool or nanny setting specializing behavior management redirection and social emotional growth. I believe in building a child's self confidence while challenging them to their full potential, teaching and modeling with love, comfortable with daily...

Leah G. says "One year ago, Nicky came into our lives to nanny our son, E. She was a blessing because we had been unable to find a preschool/daycare that would be able...

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Matisse Z.

Responsible/Energetic Sitter

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi there! Let me formally introduce myself! My name is Matisse and I attend the University of Houston. I am a Special Education major and adore children of all ages! I have a lot of nannying experience with young babies, pre-teens and teenagers. One fun fact about myself is that I am a summer camp counselor for children with...

Janice T. says "I was very fortunate to hire Matisse. She was very good with my children and especially my special needs child. She is an education major with a heart...

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Ashley M.

Houston, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am the second oldest child out of five and come from a big family. I am well experienced with children from ages 4-16. I work very well with kids and have nanny experience which I can use as reference if needed. I am great with pets, I have 2 Pomeranians and I love making crafts! I do have my own...

Care Member says "My child really loves Ashley! She’s so sweet and has great communication! I definitely recommend her for child care."

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Brea R.

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Houston, TX

4.2(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hello, my name is Brea. I attend Texas Southern University and I am a junior. I am 21 years old and moved to Houston last July. Before moving to Houston I was a nanny back home in California. I absolutely adore children and find joy in working with them. I take pride in providing a safe, comfortable, learning, and fun...

Tyra W. says "Brea was an awesome nanny to my son. He loved hanging out with her and I could always depend on her to be on time!"

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Makiyah B.

Professional Educational Nanny With Swim And Gymnastics Coaching Expirence

Houston, TX

4.3(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! I am a patient and engaging educator with more than 7 years' experience caring for and instructing children. I recently graduated from college with a degree in psychology with an emphasis on child development. I'm planning to obtain a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction within the next 2 years. I specialize in...

Sydney L. says "Makiyah was so sweet and patient with our boys. She helped us out when we were in a real bind and needed last minute care. She was on time and very...

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  • 1,506 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.98/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.6

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Houston, TX

Babysitters in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 1,086 reviews of the 1,504 listed babysitters

Shelby W.

Shelby has been a godsend! I hired her to help with my newborn as I transitioned back to work from home and she stepped right in...

- Care member

Caytlin M.

Caytlin is fantastic! She's a natural with children and is very in tune with their emotional needs. She followed our daily schedule with...

- Kristin B.

Carrie K.

Carrie is the only person I have ever left my son with other than family. As an infant he had severe feeding issues and Carrie would...

- Cason C.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Houston, TX:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Houston, 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 1,504 babysitters in Houston, TX on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Houston, TX babysitters on Care.com is $17.98 per hour as of June 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Houston, TX 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.

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