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2,264 babysitters are listed in Seattle, WA
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Seattle, WA
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, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jazmin, I am 25 years old and have experience with a preschool/daycare/after-school program where I was trained to teach under the Reggio Emilia Method. I was also a nanny for a few families in the area who sent their child to the preschool program.
Jazmin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"For being our first time hiring a babysitter we could not have made a better choice. Jazmin was super nice to us and our kids, always on time (for interview and babysitting), she is bilingual, super easy to communicate with and just overall a great fit for our...
Maria S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma, I am 26 years old, and I am originally from the Pacific Northwest, I have lived in a few different places in the last few years but you really just can't beat the PNW! I have a dog who is my best friend, I love being outside, reading, running, hiking !
I have lots of experience with children ranging from...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma has been amazing for us! Always on time, good communication regarding availability and times that she is needed. Plays well with the kids and is a pleasure to have working for us! "
Julia T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Cynthia! I recently moved to WA from CO. I graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021. I have over 5 years of experience in both babysitting and pet sitting. I attempt to engage them in activities that will meet their educational and physical needs. I'm vigilant about their health and safety. I am...
Cynthia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"HIRE HER! Cece (Cynthia) nannied for my 3-year-old son from July-September 2023. It was a short-term placement because we only needed care for a few months and Cece was planning on moving in September. My son loved her and missed her after she left and we wished...
Kimberly L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Brea can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is timely, interactive, adaptive, and smart. My daughter's face lights up when she walks in the room. Brea has created her own network of trusted childcare providers which is great for coverage when she is on vacation. "
Leslie W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am in my last year as a graduate student in the University of Washington's Medical Speech-Language Pathology MS program in Seattle, WA and enjoy working with infants-young adults. I am originally from the Greater Cincinnati Tri-State Area and have recently earned a BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences with Minors in Psychology...
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsey has a great energy and is a punctual and responsible caregiver! I am so happy that we found her. Her varied background with childcare and grad school has given her tons of experience with different types of challenges that toddlers and kids may bring and...
Mia P.
5.0
(2)
Hello families,
I'm Catalina, moved not long ago to the area and I'm looking for a full/part time/occasional job with kids!
I love kids, I like to be around them, play, teach and do different activities with them (inside or outside). I like to make crafts, read, color, draw.
I have a bachelor degree in Modern Languages, my...
Diana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"The kids love her! She's calm, she's responsible. And she keeps things clean and organized. She's on top of it!"
Kristin M.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Maria,
I've been the nanny of 3 wonderful kids in the area of Clackamas during one year. I'm planning to saving money for my next year of school, that's why I want to work in my free time. My dream is to become a Spanish teacher and help to others learn about my culture and language. I have been babysitter since...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
5.0
"I've known and seen Sol taking care of kids and she has a responsible and reliable way to do so. "
Nadia M.
Jayden L.
Seattle, WA
$22-24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part-Time Babysitter Who Enjoys Being Active, Being Outdoors And Most Importantly Having Fun
4.2
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Jayden I'm currently a student studying Children's Health and Development and a Nanny for two wild and wonderful 2. 5-year-olds. I've worked with an abundance of children for over 5 years and love the connections I've made with so many families. My Nanny super powers are getting children to try new foods,...
Jayden can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very dependable, thoughtful, kind, and caring. Helped us get through the pandemic for 14 months and constantly created special activities to ensure our son was stimulated both mentally and physically. Would highly recommend for any family looking for part time or...
Eileen C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience teaching preschool children ages 2-4 as well as infant care. I strive to incorporate activities that encourage active, creative play, and positive reinforcement that encourages self confidence. I started babysitting when I was young and later received a degree in Early Childhood Education. Following my...
Alia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alia works part-time regular hours for us. She is AMAZING and our almost 2-year old son loves her as do we. She is punctual, reliable and creative in playing with our son. Everyday she brings activities to our house to add variety to our son's day. She is also...
Mina Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Looking to find a family that needs a couple of extra hands to keep the kids busy. Most of my experience have been with toddlers, but I have experience with infants and kids over the age of six.
If you are looking for an occasional, l babysitter, a part-time nanny/ babysitter or someone to help out the grown ups, then let me...
Sade can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sade has been an amazing caregiver to our two young children (5 and 4 year olds). We had a nanny prior for 4 years and Sade was able to quickly learn all of our family routines in a short order, was flexible and safe during COVID with handling school drop off and...
Tracy C.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Warda; I'm a certified childcare professional with 5 years of experience. I worked at Daycare as a teaching assistant, working hands-on with infants to preschoolers. I currently nanny for two kids, ages 1 and 3. I'm CPR certified and have experience handling allergies and food sensitivities. I love my job, and...
Warda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Warda has been taking care of my two children (3.5 and 1.5) for a year and a half now, and there is no one, truly no one, I trust more. She has been fantastic with them and they love her so, so, so much. She cares for them, thinks about them and their needs, always...
Alison H.
Maya D.
Seattle, WA
$35-49/hr • 9 yrs exp
Music Major, Art Lover, Your Child's Future Favorite Babysitter!
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! Thanks for visiting my page!
I am a 25-year-old provider of childcare, and pet care living in Downtown Seattle, WA. I have been doing childcare for almost 10 years, and dog sitting for more than 10 years. I am seeking part time employment for toddler age (age 2+) children and above.
Some of the things I am...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maya is punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and a joy to have around."
Wendy P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting for over 15 years and have lived in Seattle the past 5+ years. In addition to babysitting, I have 1 yr professional experience working in a child care center in infant/toddler care and 2 1/2 yrs experience providing in-home therapy to children with autism and behavior management concerns. I have...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Olivia helped our family with care for 3 kids ages 2.5-8. She was on time, reliable, and the kids always had fun with her. She'd be a great fit for any family looking to hire a one off baby-sitter or regular care provider."
Rebekah A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
From drawing in fairy-themed coloring books to learning the ins and outs of a nerf gun collection - I love hanging out with kids! I'm an energetic, enthusiastic, and patient caregiver who's more than ready to adapt to your family's needs. I'll come equipped with craft ideas, my illustrated copy of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's...
Sofia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Sofia helped our family for about two months as an after school nanny until we were able to find a place in an after school program. She picked up my son daily and played with him until we were able to take over. She was very reliable. I never worried about my...
Erika S.
5.0
(3)
I am currently a sophomore at UW and am looking to hang out with some furry friends and possibly nanny! I have 2 years of vet assistant experience and have been babysitting for 4+ years. I am hardworking, organized and confident that your kids/pets will have fun with me! I also work as a hostess but am hoping to make some extra...
Kataya can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, pet transportation, dog training
5.0
"Kataya was very thoughtful and wanted to know everything she might do to make our ailing kitty (plus yard, mail and more) happy while we were traveling. We left for the airport carefree, very confident in Kataya. So fortunate here to have crossed paths with her."
Michael C.
5.0
(2)
I have taught for nearly four years with all populations. Before teaching I worked in my small town as the on call babysitter. I am CPR and first aide certified.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She’s really sweet and knows a lot about child development. Dedicated teacher and taught my child about history to the point that it’s his favorite subject now. Highly recommended"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a student and soccer player at Seattle University, and I am looking for a babysitting job for the remaining weeks I will be living in Seattle. Because I have 4 siblings, I am very experienced with caring for children. I am very active, responsible, hard working, fun-loving, and an admirer of the great outdoors! If...
Hallie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Hallie has been great with our 10 year old! She shows up with ideas for activities and gets him out of the house! She's fun and energetic. Would definitely hire again!"
Dayna D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the past 10 years, I have had experience providing childcare services to families. From infants to young teenagers, I have assisted in entertaining, feeding, and caring for children for varying lengths of time.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Abby!
I am currently pursuing a PsyD in clinical psychology at Antioch University. I enjoy spending time outside hiking or exploring the PNW with my dog and friends! In 2019-20, I served with AmeriCorps with "City Year Denver," an educational nonprofit. I worked closely with students in a middle school;...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Abby is just the best. She is kind, punctual, and loves our little one. She is always finding new ways to entertain her and truly cares about our little one's progress and development! I would recommend Abby to anyone :)"
Hannah C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Seattle, WA
Luisa T.
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.
Jazmin L.
5.0
For being our first time hiring a babysitter we could not have made a better choice. Jazmin was super nice to us and our kids, always on time (for interview and babysitting), she is bilingual, super easy to communicate with and just overall a great fit for our family. She stayed with my 3 kids for...
- Maria S.
Emma S.
5.0
Emma has been amazing for our family! She was the first babysitter that we have ever hired for our two year old and it was a bit or a rough start at first. Emma was patient and caring during the transition and now our daughter talks about her frequently and truly adores her. No more tears when...
- Amberlynn B.
Cynthia C.
5.0
HIRE HER! Cece (Cynthia) nannied for my 3-year-old son from July-September 2023. It was a short-term placement because we only needed care for a few months and Cece was planning on moving in September. My son loved her and missed her after she left and we wished she could have stayed!
My son is...
- Kimberly L.
Brea K.
5.0
Caring, energetic, creative, organized and extremely hard working
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Seattle, WA:
How can I find a Seattle babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Seattle, 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 2,264 babysitters in Seattle, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Seattle, WA?
The average rate for Seattle, WA babysitters on Care.com is $22.73 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 Seattle, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Seattle, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 993 reviews of the 2,264 listed babysitters.