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149 babysitters are listed in Olympia, WA
The average rate is $18/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Olympia, WA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello families!
About me: I am a responsible, dedicated and loving babysitter.
-I enjoy working with children, I had work as a babysitter, and also as a volunteer art teacher for kids between 6-18 yo.
-I have flexible schedule M - F
- I'm bilingual : english / spanish
My previous work experiences:
I had taken care of...
Eileen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Eileen was great with our kids. She was punctual and willing to work when she got here. Due to some transportation and distance issues, our plan didn't work out long term - but I would re-hire in a heart beat. Highly recommend!"
Karthikeyan M.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since freshman year of high school for multiple families with several children. I ensure a safe environment, prepare and give meals, bath and dress children, administer medicine, do housework, and complete other tasks as well. I am currently a college student entering my second year. I am also a private...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine has been with our family since January. She is absolutely wonderful with our daughter and extremely dependable. She takes direction well, is a great listener, does things without being asked, and anticipates our daughter's needs. She is very sure of...
Jillian G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With a Bachelor's degree in psychology, specializing in educational equity and special education classrooms, I've gained invaluable experience as a full-time special education paraprofessional in a second-grade setting. Complementing my academic journey, I've explored diverse environments, including agricultural work in Canada...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Madie as a part time nanny for our 11-month-old son. Fast forward 6 months later, and she's truly become a part of the family! From day one, we instantly felt comfortable with Madie and knew she would be a perfect fit. She is super communicative, always on...
Emily W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
People who are passionate about their career are best at what they do. Working with children is what I love. I've got six years of experience working full-time in two daycares and as a nanny. I've been doing this since I graduated high school and I've loved it ever since. I work full time as an EMT currently. I have experience...
Ally can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely hire her again. She is very good at keeping a routine with the kids. She has a kind and calm personality that seems to rub...
Amanda L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I have just moved to the Olympia area. I have 10 years of experience in elementary classroom teaching. I have also taught middle school art. I am looking to work for a family that values play and imagination. I love doing read alouds, art and science projects, and nature observations. I am vaccinated and I am willing...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brittany was great with our four year old who can be a bit of s handful at times. But Brittany was very sweet, friendly, and I'll definitely hire her again. Thank you so much Brittany."
Aneesa S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, thoughtful and creative
Growing up, I was the neighborhood babysitter, watching a few infants and toddlers mostly. It was really fun and I had a blast learning all of their personalities and figuring out good pass times!
I started working with kids when I was about 13. At the time I was...
5.0
"Very personable, responsive, and prompt. Ciara has a wonderful personality and is interactive with the little ones. "
Care member
5.0
(17)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two, my oldest is 19 years old and my youngest is almost 15. My husband says I'm looking for purpose , I miss feeling needed. It's why I'm looking to help with your little ones.
I'd describe my personality as loving and nurturing. I miss having little ones and the joy they bring. I would like to help you in...
Carina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Carina is amazing! She is thoughtful, willing to adjust things when needed, consistent, and knowledgeable. Our son enjoys playing with her and knows what to expect because of how consistent she is. I would definitely recommend her if you need some great help and...
Care member
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
***UPDATE- As of 06-09-2024, I can no longer provide care within homes with pets.
Hello, I'm Lucy, I have a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. I've worked for corporate and private child care center. I was a consultant over 10 years investigating/inspecting child care facilities for Georgia Dept. of Early Care &...
Lucy can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Lucy, or GG, as my 2 kids call her, is punctual and professional. My kids enjoyed having her watch them for a weekend once a month. She was fun and brought activities and neat toys for them to play with when she came. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
with a long history of working in childcare. I am available for part-time work as a babysitter or nanny and would love to find the right fit with a family in need of childcare. I love to spend time outside, teach kids about wildlife, and I am an avid reader. I am up to date on my CPR/First Aid/AED certification and have...
Talia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talia was wonderful with my children. I never worried when they were in her care. She was punctual and dependable. We were sad when she moved across the country... she was truly the best sitter we have had."
Susan L.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love to be around and work with children of all ages. I am American Red Cross Certified in CPR/AED/FA. It is my goal to provide quality in my work and connect with the children and adults I meet. I have 8+ years of experienced babysitting. I am more than capable of the following: - caring for children ages infant to 12 -...
Mercedes can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was always on time and attentive with my son. He was always happy, well fed and well rested after she took care of him."
Nickie K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is MacKynzie but people call me Mac. I attend Washington State University. I am babysitting and CPR certified through the American Red Cross. Some of my recent experiences include nannying from November 2018-May 2019 with babysitting here and there on the weekends back in Alaska before I had moved to Washington. I...
Mackynzie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am not currently accepting jobs.
Hello I am currently a private music teacher and music therapist living in Olympia, WA. I love music, nature, reading, and kids!
My babysitting experience is as follows: I was a full time nanny from Feb 2021-Jan 2022. I help with infants at my church and have occasional babysitting jobs here...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sam is an excellent babysitter! She is caring, attentive, and proactive with our 2 young children. "
Kate V.
Brooklynne A.
Olympia, WA
$15-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-Time/Full-Time Experienced Child Caregiver Available
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a compassionate, happy 24-year-old college student at Washington State University Online who loves my job playing with and caring for children. I have been a professional babysitter and nanny for the past nine years, caring from newborn up to age 14. I began caring for children at the age of 15 as a paid...
Brooklynne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooklynne was amazing! We used her 2 days a week for our infant son and was so happy with her. She was great with him and our pets, left me a daily journal of their activities and any concerns she had with him, and seemed to truly care about our son. When there...
Rebecca W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a caregiver and artist who has been babysitting since I was 11 years old when I became Red Cross certified. Before age 11, I had experience in helping children in the neighborhood as a mother's helper and helping my own mother with my little sister. In and after college, I supported families with babysitting, in...
Andie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andie has been a such a great nanny for our little boy, from just before he turned one to just past 1.5yrs. She is seemingly a natural when it comes to childcare, and has helped our kiddo develop his skills and sense of exploration. She adheres to the schedule...
Kimberly G.
Tierney B.
Olympia, WA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Patient, Reliable Nanny With Great References And A Flexible Schedule
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience working with children from newborns-12 years old. I love working with children because I love seeing things through their eyes and encouraging their growth and development. I enjoy reading, making crafts, going for walks, and playing at the park with the children I work with. I am comfortable with...
Tierney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
4.0
"We enthusiastically recommend the child care services of Tierney B. Tierney cared for our two sons, ages 4.5 and 7, for 2 months in the fall of 2013. Her duties included picking each child up from their respective school, taking them to music lessons,...
Sarah C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Nikita, I also go by Kita. I am very kid friendly, with lots of enthusiasm and experience. I've taken care of my nieces and nephews of all age groups, my coworker's toddlers, and my younger siblings for around 6-7 years now. I also have house watched, and dog watched for family friends. I have no fear of animals, I am...
Nikita can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Gunganit M.
Olympia, WA
$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
If You Need Another Hand in Providing Your Kids A Great Time Please Give Me a Call
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Gunganit but kids call me "Pak". I love and enjoy taking care of children. In the past I have been an Au Pair for 2 years. I took care of kids ages from newborn-8 years old. In addition, before I came to be an Au Pair, I had academic training in taking care of children Development Center in Thailand. They takes...
Gunganit can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pak, is so amazing. She showed up on time, my little one instantly bonded with her it was wonderful. When I returned home my little one was sleeping, her room was clean, and the dishes put away. I couldn't have asked for a better sitter. I definitely would...
Tracy H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there !
I'm a nanny/sitter in the local area and would love the opportunity to work with your family. I currently serve 7 families in the area and can provide references if requested ! Here's a bit of background about me, I'm 19 years old and have been sitting for 5. 5 years professionally. The reasons I believe I'd be a...
Arianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"The best caregiver we’ve had so far. Arianna is a polite, young lady who had both the home, dog, and children taken care of each time we arrived home. Our kids are aged 5 and 8 and she worked with them on meal prep (my 5 year old is a picky eater) and made sure...
Care member
Arianna V.
Olympia, WA
$15-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have just graduated with my Bachelors in Elementary Education, and I have 10 years of experience of working with children. Additionally, I have 4 plus years of library experience, so I am very passionate about learning! I love working with kids and doing hands on activities such as arts and crafts and science...
Arianna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Arianna was amazing as always! My boys absolutely adore her and she's always a pleasure to work with. Thank you so much Arianna!!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kimberly. I am an artist who has returned to Olympia to help take care of my mother while she fought cancer.
I am an experienced childcare provider and arts educator who has designed and executed arts programming for youth for many years. I have a passion for nurturing children's creativity and helping them...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kim was a natural for watching my autistic 8-year-old. It was so nice to see their rapport and her understanding of him. "
Faith F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Olympia, WA
Eileen E.
5.0
Eileen was great with our kids. She was punctual and willing to work when she got here. Due to some transportation and distance issues, our plan didn't work out long term - but I would re-hire in a heart beat. Highly recommend!
- Karthikeyan M.
Catherine R.
5.0
Catherine has been with our family since January. She is absolutely wonderful with our daughter and extremely dependable. She takes direction well, is a great listener, does things without being asked, and anticipates our daughter's needs. She is very sure of herself when it comes to caring for our...
- Jillian G.
Madeline G.
5.0
Maddie is our go to sitter for date nights. We recently moved into the area and had a hard time finding someone we trusted. She's kind, fun, reliable and fully present with my kids. We're so glad to know her.
- Tracie A.
Ally S.
5.0
Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely hire her again. She is very good at keeping a routine with the kids. She has a kind and calm personality that seems to rub off on them! She did a variety of...
- Amanda L.
Brittany B.
5.0
Brittany was great with our four year old who can be a bit of s handful at times. But Brittany was very sweet, friendly, and I'll definitely hire her again. Thank you so much Brittany.
- Aneesa S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Olympia, WA:
How can I find a Olympia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Olympia, 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 149 babysitters in Olympia, WA 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 Olympia, WA?
The average rate for Olympia, WA babysitters on Care.com is $18.30 per hour as of July 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 Olympia, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Olympia, 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.
Ratings for Olympia, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Olympia, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 84 reviews of the 149 listed babysitters.