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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Alex, and I'm currently a grad student at the UW. I'm hoping to make some spare cash, but I also genuinely love spending time with kids. I spent most of my life caring for my two younger brothers, and have extensive experience babysitting and caregiving for neighbors or family friends. I'm a highly-energetic...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
For the past 8 years I have worked as a camp counselor at Lakeside Bible Camp, Warm Beach Camp, Cedar Springs Camp, and Heartland Hockey camp and have provided regular childcare for 3 families. Throughout this time, I have gained experience working with children ages 1 year to 14 years old in small and large group settings. I am...
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Did a great job watching our kid on short notice. When it was over, they didn't want Alaura to leave!"
Daniel H.
Sara M.
Seattle, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Sara, I'm 27yo and I have been working with kids (tutoring and nannying) for the past +9 years. I have experience with kids of different ages.
I consider myself very patient, communicative, committed and organized.
Open to all kinds of different activities or hobbies that keep them happy and having fun. I love to...
Sara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I absolutely love Sara ! She is very reliable, responsible and punctual. The kids adore her ! She brings a lot of enthusiasm to work and also a positive attitude."
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professionally trained housecleaner, specializing in residential cleaning, deep cleaning and home organizing. I also offer regular weekly or daily housekeeping services, laundry, pet care and help with errands. Every family's needs are different, so let's work together to create a custom plan so that I can support you in...
Kestrel can also help with: Dusting, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Kestrel is simply the best. I'm still hoping she moves back to this area some day so she can work here again.
We hired Kestrel to help organize our chaotic home with 3 children and 2 dogs. Kestrel went above and beyond - she organized every nook and cranny of our...
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Ana A.
Seattle, WA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ana, I am a part time student and I am here to help you take care of your children!
I have 1 year of experience babysitting + 1. 5 year working at a kids club/daycare.
I can help with:
-Light Housekeeping
-Swimming Supervision
-Meal preparation
Some of my certifications are:
-AHA Pediatric CPR...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Ana to take care of our toddler. She was able to keep our little girl busy and happy!
Ana was on time, flexible with our schedule and very helpful.
We would definitely count on her to help us again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! :) I am currently a student in a Clinical therapy masters program with a passion in working with kids and helping others. At this time, I am available for one time and/or part time positions in the Greater Seattle Area on the side of school. My flexibility depends on my school schedule. I would love to help out where I...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily is a caring, attentive care giver. She cared for my kids (13 and 9 yo.) for a few days when I needed to travel for work. She also took them on excursions throughout the week during their summer break. Emily is very attentive and easily slots into our family...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Luisa. I'm a 24 y/o colombian, with a degree in International Business and I'm offering my childcare services.
I worked as an au pair for 10 months where I was responsible for the physical and emotional care of two young children, initially aged 5 y/o and 8 m/o for +45 hours/week. My responsibilities also...
Luisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Luisa was truly lovely. Both my boys (1 and 2.5) seemed to really like her. She was punctual, accommodating, and she even sent pictures. We will definitely hire her again!"
Graham M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Megan, I am 29 years old & I am currently located in Seattle. I have 10+ years of babysitting and nannying experience working with children ranging in age from 3 months to 16 years old. I have previously been a full time nanny for 3 families, as well as date night sitter for over 2 dozen families, & a...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan is great - she certainly has a lot of experience with children and was able to gel well with both my toddlers very quickly. She was prompt, personable and I would definitely recommend her. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been around dogs and cats my entire life. I have always felt connected to animals and love the companionship and adventures that they bring to my life. Ever since high school, I have been pet-sitting around the neighborhood. I am a huge animal lover and will treat your pet in the most loving, playful, and caring way!
Abby can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Abby watched out puppy during the day and some overnights and she was communicative and responsible. He had a blast. I would definitely hire her again!"
Abbey M.
Rayanna F.
Seattle, WA
$29/hr • 9 yrs exp
FULL-TIME NANNY AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER/JANUARY(OPEN FOR NANNY SHARE)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Babies and infant specialist.
About me:
- I am college graduated in accounting plus worked 2 years with education.
- I studied 2 years in education course.
- Bilingual (Portuguese and English),
- CPR and first aid certified.
- Fully vaccinated,
- I love to cook,
- I can drive and I have my own transportation (clean record),
-...
Rayanna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Rayanna is absolutely amazing to our little one. She's very attentive, excellent with putting him to sleep, cleans up after herself and attentive to his schedule. When she's here, she's like the baby whisperer, our little one rarely cries. All we hear are a lot of...
Rachel C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Valeria, I'm currently looking for my next client to work with.
Looking for a full time position M-F 30-40hours a week.
About my experience- I have 6years and some months experience through my grandmother and professional services. I have worked with dementia patients.
My past job involved companionship for a...
Valeria can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Valeria is a true gem, She worked for us for a year and a half. She joined us when my Dad was living with us and needed extra care and companionship. She became part of our family. My father can be difficult in some ways and she was incredibly patient, very...
Leigh M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced teacher and tutor with my Master of Science in Education. I have a passion for working with children and have experience as an academic tutor with students in both the private and public school system. I am currently seeking tutoring positions for all elementary, junior high subjects, adult language learners,...
5.0
"I hired Natasha to prep me for two national firefighter exams by January 13, 2017. My problem area is revisiting both the math and mechanical aptitude areas. I definitely sprung the almost impossible on her with less than two weeks to prep me until the exam dates...
Kenny M.
5.0
(7)
My name is Savanna & I've been working in childcare for about 8 years. I've been a full time nanny for the past 5 years and before that I worked as a preschool teacher.
I'm a career nanny which means I have a contract, w2, PTO and guaranteed hours. I'm looking to fill between 38-40hours a week. The bulk of my experience is...
Savanna can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savanna took initiative planning outings with our toddler, provided expert care and followed our sleep and eat schedules. Savanna’s highly capable and engaging with children!"
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Claire S.
Seattle, WA
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And After School Nanny Available Weekdays And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently going into my 5th year at Washington State University, majoring in elementary education. I have 10+ years of watching children 0-13 years. Experience with multiples, infant and grade school ages. Certified in infant and child CPR as well as first aid. Love doing crafts, using the imagination, going on...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Claire through Care.com and subsequent internet services as she was studying at Washington State University, and we were in her hometown on the East Coast. We were a little nervous, but Claire passed the care.com full background check with flying...
Joy J.
Ludimilla B.
Seattle, WA
$26-47/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello families,
Greetings! My name is Ludimilla and I am an experienced and dedicated nanny with a passion for providing exceptional care for children with 10 years of experience and background in early childhood education. I am well equipped to the needs of children aged 3 months to 12 years.
My specialization consists of...
Ludimilla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ludmila has a lot of patience and knowledge to take care of children! Pay close attention to food. Knows many activities for cognitive, social and emotional development. A trusted professional to leave the children! Thank you Ludmila for your excellent work"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant & Nursing student (Pediatrics) located in Seattle. I specialize in privately hired pediatric care and family education/postpartum care. Finishing my ABSN come May & looking to work 10-12h/week with a local Seattle family. I love continuing to work with families in this setting! Over 12 years...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was fantastic with our 2.5 month old boy. She watched him for the entire day and night and he was in the best care. She played with him, did tummy time, held him and even took him on a short walk. I would absolutely recommend her services if you're looking for...
Rhiannon K.
Olivia K.
Seattle, WA
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have had pets all of my life- dogs, cats, fish, and the occasional bird, hamster or reptile- and have had experience caring for others pets while I babysat their children. I'm a responsible, friendly student at Michigan State University and since I'm away from my pets at home, I love opportunities when I get to share my love...
Olivia can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting, daily feeding, boarding, administration of medicine & more
Callaway C.
Poulsbo, WA
$17-33/hr
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've done chores my whole life I absolutely love cleaning especially folding laundry and organizing! I'm very detail oriented and will make sure everything looks perfect!
Callaway can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"My house was messy and she still chose to come into my house and tackle it. She exceeded any and all expectations that my husband and I had. The amount of work she finished in such a short amount of time was phenomenal. I would recommend everyone hire her due to...
Megan D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a home health aide for 6 years with clients aged 16-106. I loved the work, especially meeting new people and getting to know their stories. I have transportation, so I can run errands and provide transport to appointments, as well as provide assistance with all ADLs. I have a psychology degree, so I am comfortable...
Rachel can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Rachel has been a huge help to us: utterly dependable and very responsive. We're so grateful for her!"
Reed F.
Antonia A.
Edmonds, WA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Native (Haida and Makah) college student currently saving up to move out and have always loved working with kids. My family calls me a natural caretaker and I grew up always watching out my elders and cousins and ensuring everyone in my life is cared for. I grew up taking care of my younger cousins who are infant age to...
3.0
"Good with kids, just not reliable and we were eventually ghosted."
Jane Z.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Indianola, WA
Alaura D.
5.0
Did a great job watching our kid on short notice. When it was over, they didn't want Alaura to leave!
- Daniel H.
Sara M.
5.0
Sara is a natural- she has a warm and enthusiastic personality and is very reliable, responsible and intuitive. She has been caring for my 4 year old and 18 month old sons on an ongoing basis and we are thrilled with her- definitely recommend!
- Lauren L.
Kestrel W.
5.0
I trust her because she is a great communicator, accountable and made an effort to learn our house preferences to make our lives easier.
I was a new mom working at a demanding job. Kestrel helped our family once a week with whatever we needed to get done. Thanks, Kestrel!!
- Care member
Ana A.
5.0
We hired Ana to take care of our toddler. She was able to keep our little girl busy and happy!
Ana was on time, flexible with our schedule and very helpful.
We would definitely count on her to help us again!
- Care member
Emily A.
5.0
Emily is a caring, attentive care giver. She cared for my kids (13 and 9 yo.) for a few days when I needed to travel for work. She also took them on excursions throughout the week during their summer break. Emily is very attentive and easily slots into our family routine, managing daily care,...
- Care member
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How can I find a Indianola babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Indianola, WA?
The average rate for Indianola, WA babysitters on Care.com is $25.00 per hour as of June 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 Indianola, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Indianola, WA 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.