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3,522 babysitters are listed in Houston, TX
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Houston, TX
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Machele. I am a Sophomore at Rice University majoring in Psychology. I feel comfortable with helping grade school level homework up to high school freshmen level curriculum. I have helped babysit ever since I was little within my family. I currently work during the week with a family but am available for one time...
Machele can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Machele is a very experienced and trustworthy babysitter. She has been watching my kid/ dropping off and picking them up from school off and on for about a year and a half. my kid loves her, she is not only good at her job, but my daughter looks forward to seeing...
Ashley E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, fun, and energetic.
I like working with kids because kids are smart and creative.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and pays well.
I started working with kids when I was a teenager.
In my spare time, I like to do arts and crafts.
One thing you should know about me is I am...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Easily one of the best caregivers we've ever hired - Mena radiates reliability and responsibility; she's conscientious; she's thorough and on it. Our kids appreciate her energy. All in all, she's top notch and easy to recommend."
Michael L.
Nada N.
Houston, TX
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Of 7 Years Looking For Full-Time Job .
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Parents,
I have experience with taking care of children more than 10 years now .
Very reliable and always on time .
Nada can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She is a very trustworthy and dependable friend. I rented a room to her for a summer and worked with her also.I could not have asked for a better person to work and live with."
Sandy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate from Texas Southern University with my BA in psychology and my masters in education. I currently teach 4th grade reading and have experience working with children ages 1-14 in a licensed child care facility. I am currently CPR/First Aid certified, child abuse prevention certified, and mental health first aid...
Kiara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Very professional and fun. Kids love her. "
Adrianne S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Always willing to help. Understanding, patient, creative, Every minute with a kid impacts their life forever. So why not make it fun, memorable, and inspiring to mold them to a great person! I have eight years of babysitting experience and 2 years of nannying experience with children and infants of all ages; I absolutely love...
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carolina is most caring person when it comes to children She has patience when it comes to children and is very helpful around the family.she is motivated and is also eager to learn more to please ."
sylvia A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Tabitha, I've been a babysitter all my life, used to take care my nieces and nephews, and right now I'm doing babysitting for anyone who likes help with the baby while they're working, I'm a loving and kind person, I love kids a lot
Tabitha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Tabitha. She was on-time, enthusiastic, and sweet with the kids. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with her, and would definitely use this service again.she is very sweet and very kind
Love her "
Kemmy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Michele, and I love taking care of children, with my main experience being with infants. I've been doing this for just 1 year, and quickly discovered that it is my passion. I live on the Cypress/Hockley border.
My approach is all about providing a safe and loving environment. I make sure babies are fed, changed,...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I did not hire Michele though the website but I made a profile to recommend her to others! She is very gentle and respects all of my rules and guidelines"
Nina S.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Alexis and I am a 24-year-old who recently moved to Houston. I am loving, caring, friendly and love to be around kids! I plan on pursuing a career in school social work once I have my Masters. I have been babysitting for family members since the age of 15 and have experience with a wide range of ages. I became a date...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was nervous about anyone other than family taking care of our three year old son, but Alexis immediately put my mind at ease. She was very professional during our interview and engaging towards my son. Alexis was on time for our date night and kept me updated on...
Krista M.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi- My name is Chynna and I'm currently a Kindergarten teacher. I am offering child care over the Summer.
In addition to my 2 years of experience as a Kindergarten teacher, I have experience with infants to age 6 as a daycare worker at Kidz Karousel Academy for about 3 years. I was also a nanny for a 1-year-old and a...
Chynna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brisette. I'm currently in school pursuing my degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Education. I have worked with children for over 8 years with ages ranging from newborn-13years. I enjoy playing outside, museums, arts and crafts, reading, and creative play. My goal as a nanny is to take...
Brisette can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Brisette is great. She is so helpful, kind, and caring. She takes her role seriously and does a wonderful job. She is very knowledgeable and communicates well. She has helped us become more scheduled and organized. She helps my son with his development, play,...
Lauren C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! When I arrived in this country I never thought that I could dedicate myself to being a nanny, I studied communication and all my life I dedicated myself to it, however, I eventually started babysitting and in the end it became a whole new career! And I turned out to be very good at this! Why? Mainly Because I genuinely...
Dalila can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dalila was awesome with my little one. She became my kid best friend in less than 5 min. She is lovely and took good care of her.
She played, read her and feed her. She was really sweet, loving and patience.
My little kid really enjoys her time with her, and...
Cristina C.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting and tutoring for 10+ families for 7years. I have also worked as a summer camp counselor and dance teacher for kids ages 3-15. I love working with kids, teaching them new things and watching them grow. I also love to cook and bake!
Eilidh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Eilidh has watched my children for over 6 years. In the early years she babysat, and in the most recent years she has been a tutor for both of my children as well as an unbiological big sister for my teenage daughter! Eilidh is a very intelligent, honest,...
Mary K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, Am an experienced mother of two girls and one boy, with years of babysitting/nanny experience. I have a passion for children, and I am creative, patient, reliable and trustworthy. I have great interest in art and craft, music, dance, out door and in door play, bed time and wake up routine and homework help. I am also happy...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Adenike is so caring and needs no supervision before she complete her given task. She s always on time and she came in at the right time when i needed her. She s very dependable and her work is proven. Mrs Adenike you are still my favorite."
Odunola O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Olivia!
I have several years of childcare experience, varying from teaching swim lessons, nannying and childcare centers!
I worked for the YMCA teaching swim lessons for four summers. Teaching kids aged 6 weeks to 12 years about water safety and how to swim! I have nannied for 5 different families with children...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia was a life saver during the pandemic. When all child care centers closed and or were not deemed safe, Olivia was available and offered my husband I top notch child care for our 9 year old and 5 year old. We do not know what we would have done without her...
Jennifer L.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience: I'm an experienced babysitter for one year in NY in 2014, taking care of 5 kids, ages 13, 12, 10, 9 and 4 years old. I have also experience taking care for 6 months in San Francisco with 3 kids, 8 months baby boy, 11 and 2 years old. Here in Spring in 2016 a 1-year-old baby. I have good experience driving and have my...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed Camilia, I was very impressed wither her professionalism and her background with childcare. She was very sweet, well spoken, and well put together. She also asked some good questions as well as answered mine the perfect way. We picked another...
Krystin W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I love kids! I have been working with children since I can remember. My mother had a licensed daycare center in our home while I was growing up. I was a preschool teacher for 2 years and I also spent 2 years in Romania volunteering as a missionary with abandoned babies and neglected gypsy children. I currently nanny for two...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"A wonderful sitter that was able to come in last minute and watch our toddler. She did so many fun activities with our little one- coloring, chalk, reading, singing and playing. Toddler energy is hard to keep up with but she kept our girl happy, engaged and...
Christine H.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lolitha. Just a little about me, I'm from Milwaukee, WI, I just moved to Houston, TX last year. I'm currently a Health Technician at the VA and I'm BLS certified for infant and children. I'm also the oldest of 8 siblings, with my youngest sibling being 4 years old! I have experience babysitting/nannying...
Lolitha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lolitha helped us out with some last minute babysitting. She was polite and punctual despite us being a little late meeting her and returning home.
Would recommend her services."
Melanie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 plus years of experience with children. I'm fortunate to have a lot of siblings that I helped raise. I can help with Cooking/Meal Preparation and Laundry. I have my own transportation. I'm available in the evenings during the week and have open availability on most weekends.
Dashell can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"I highly recommend Dashell as a babysitter! She enjoyed playing games with my son and took him for a walk around the neighborhood. She was punctual, on-time, and very professional. My son really liked her and we will definitely be hiring her again!"
Emily A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Nia, I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology. I am currently pursuing my masters degree in health administration. For the past 6 years I have worked part time & full time as a nanny/caregiver providing innovative and fun educational experiences for children through arts and crafts, field...
Nia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Was on time and really sweet. She was proactive with snack time and lightly cleaned up after the little ones. A pleasure to have her and would hire her again!"
Adriana C.
5.0
(6)
Hello, I am Massiel, I have 5 years of experience in childcare, I am a responsible, punctual and affectionate person with children. I have my own car, I speak Spanish and basic English. As a mother, I understand the responsibility and commitment involved in caring for children, but it is something I do with patience and love,...
Massiel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Massiel arrived promptly for her interview with her application in order. She was lovely to speak with. And while I chose another applicant, Massiel presented herself as highly qualified and very caring."
Margaret R.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Houston, TX
Machele A.
5.0
Machele is a very experienced and trustworthy babysitter. She has been watching my kid/ dropping off and picking them up from school off and on for about a year and a half. my kid loves her, she is not only good at her job, but my daughter looks forward to seeing her. She is always on time and is...
- Ashley E.
Mena O.
5.0
Easily one of the best caregivers we've ever hired - Mena radiates reliability and responsibility; she's conscientious; she's thorough and on it. Our kids appreciate her energy. All in all, she's top notch and easy to recommend.
- Michael L.
Nada N.
5.0
She is a very trustworthy and dependable friend. I rented a room to her for a summer and worked with her also.I could not have asked for a better person to work and live with.
- Sandy K.
Kiara S.
5.0
Very professional and fun. Kids love her.
- Adrianne S.
Carolina H.
5.0
Carolina is an absolutely delight! Our kids love her and get excited when they find out she is going to be watching them. She is extremely patient and engaging. We were very fortunate to find her and would recommend her to anyone looking for quality care!
- Jeremy M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Houston, TX:
How can I find a Houston babysitter near me?
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 3,522 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Houston, TX?
The average rate for Houston, TX babysitters on Care.com is $17.07 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 Houston, TX?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Houston, 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 Houston, TX babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 2,035 reviews of the 3,522 listed babysitters.