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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 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent arrival to Central Oregon, looking for part-time babysitting opportunities before I begin my next nursing position. I am also open to any date-night/occasional opportunities. I have been a registered nurse for almost 4 years and have enjoyed working in-patient, community health, and pediatrics. Prior to becoming an...
Maddie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced, playful caregiver who loves interacting with kids of all ages. I have five younger siblings that I have taken care of most my life along with seven years of experience babysitting and nannying. I love getting creative with kids and incorporating music, art, books, and the outdoors to stimulate their...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Abi is very punctual and dependable. My kids love her, and she is very patient and energetic with them. She's great at showing initiative and coming up with fun activities to do."
Rebekka K.
Megan J.
Seattle, WA
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Megan! Some of my favorite things are singing, music, being outdoors, traveling, family time, building friendships, and reading.
For the last 12 years, I have had the privilege of teaching, babysitting, and nanny. Those experiences created a passion for investing in the lives and development of children. My aim is to...
5.0
"Megan is incredibly responsible and such a natural caretaker with my two boys, who she's cared for numerous times from ages 18 months to 5. My kids feel safe and comfortable with her, as she confidently keeps the boundaries my husband and I have set, while doing so...
Mackenzie B.
Carmen C.
Seattle, WA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed Health Professional Available For Full-Time Infant/Child Care
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a former health professional with a passion for caring for children, especially newborns and those birth to age 5. I am Certified in CPR and First Aid. I also have a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders with a minor in Child Development. As part of my college experience, I have worked in daycare and preschool...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Carmen is an absolute dream nanny! We've had the pleasure of having her with our family the past year and a half during a nanny share for two boys. She's one of the most patient, nurturing, reliable, and kindest people I know. My son absolutely adores her and she...
Jessica W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was 14-years-old, with over 15 years experience as a babysitter, 5 years experience as a nanny, and 2 years experience as an assistant/substitute teacher.
I have a full-time Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. job, so I am only available for date nights and weekend care. I miss working with...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"We interviewed Joanna for a caregiver position for our 8 year old twins. She would have been a wonderful fit for us- kind, mature, experienced and just a wonderful person to talk with. Our needs changed and so were not able to hire her. But she is an outstanding...
Whitney H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I there! I am 23, I just finished undergrad at the UW also playing on the Husky Soccer Team! I work with the youth in my church and have also been babysitting for over 10 years both professionally and for family. I can help with Light Housekeeping, driving, cooking, school work, sports, overnights, and more!
Mireya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Mireya is excellent! She's bubbly and kind and has a great way with our kids. We've worked with her three times now and are delighted that she's in our rotation of caregivers. She's a good communicator, is on time, and keeps the kids' routine steady. If she is...
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Lauren M.
Seattle, WA
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Lauren, I'm 20 years old and a Junior in college. I grew up in Maple Valley, Wa and went to Tahoma High School. I went to Arizona State for my first two years of school and transferred to University of Washington last summer. I have babysat since 6th grade and nannied during my sophomore year of high...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren has babysat for us over the past couple of months for our 6 month old. She has been reliable and flexible with our changing schedules weekly. She keeps our 6 month old preoccupied and has him practice his developmental milestones. We appreciate Lauren so...
Beejan J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experience Summary: Prek Assistant Teacher (1yr @ DLEC), Nanny (1yr for a 6-month-old), Expert Babysitter (all my life)
I'm an outdoor adventure, arts and crafts, learn something new, be their best friend kind of sitter. Nothing beats watching a kid learn something and become confident. My teaching style is fun and loving and...
Celia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Celia is fantastic! My children love her. She is on-time, responsible, great with kids, helpful, and active. She is an absolute gem!"
Chris D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julia and I'm from Brazil
I'm was an au pair for almost 01 year (2021) and I used to take care of 4 children during my exchange, being twins 6y, 13yo and 15yo part of my program and in another family I took care of a 2yo girl 4, 5yo boy. I also have a lot of experience with babies, since their are newborn until they...
Julia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Julia is amazing with babies! She took care of my 17 month old for a week when he was sick. They became friends quickly and had a lot of fun. I could hear giggles throughout the day. "
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Mario G.
Seattle, WA
$15-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm an experienced and warmhearted sitter who absolutely adores kids. I've loved taking care of kids since I was a teenager in middle and high school. After my own classes, I'd eagerly rush over to the nearby elementary school to volunteer as a teacher's aide. Summers were all about babysitting for neighbors and family....
Mario can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mario is so friendly and attentive with our kids. We frequently hire Mario when we need help and he has always done a great job sitting! "
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5.0
(1)
I have 4 years of experience. I grew up with 30 cousins and have babysat my cousins for as long as I can remember. I also have an amazing representation babysitting/ nannying our family friends. I can help with Travel and Errands. I have my own reliable car, a Subaru. I have grown up cooking with my mom so have no probably with...
Micaela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Micaela is so present with my kids and thoughtful. She’s always on time and reliable. She’s also super engaging with whatever the kids are excited about. She truly cares and we love her!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kajsa and I just recently moved to the Seattle area and looking for a job. I have countless years of experience growing up in a neighborhood full of families. I have been babysitting/ nannying for these families since I was 12 years old. I also recently graduated from Utah Valley University with my bachelors...
Kajsa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"Kajsa is amazing! She is very attentive to our twin sons and adapts quickly to their needs. She knows just how to capture their attention and get them engaged with activities. Our boys took a while to warm up to our previous nanny, but with Kajsa, they seem to have...
Kelli B.
Jada M.
Seattle, WA
$18-26/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Jada!!
I have experience caring for my dog who has been completely blind since 18 months old, my families dogs, and the dogs of families I babysit for!
I love dogs of all sizes and I love cats too!
Jada can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A little bit about me: I grew up the oldest of six and I have about 20+ cousins so I was always around children especially in chaotic and dynamic environment (meaning my patience is off the roof!)
*5+ years as a babysitter/nanny
*Experience working with 20-40 kids at once (with schools)
*ALOT of experience with autism
*House...
Sidney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's trustworthy. My kids absolutely love her and want her to be part of the family. She's great at balancing between love and discipline. Helped prepare meals, drove kids to activities as needed, studied with them, and made sure the house was clean. She does...
Christa H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind and responsible
I like working with kids because they have very nice way's of exploring new things and making new things or creating new ideas.
I'm looking for a job that is nice and that it make's me move and learn new things.
I started working with kids when I was 7 due to a family...
5.0
"Andrea is such a lovely lady. First thing that I loved about her sense of responsibility. She showed up on time. She is also a caring person. She softly talk to my baby and they play together for a long time. I’d definitely hire her again. Plus, Andrea is...
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Lainey B.
Seattle, WA
$22-41/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm 19 years old and live in Ballard. I've been working professionally as a childcare teacher since August 2022, but I've been an older sibling, cousin and neighborhood babysitter much longer. I primarily work with infants and toddlers at my current center but would love to spend more time with older kids as well. I'm...
Lainey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lainey babysits my 13 year old autistic son all of the time and we love her. "
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4.3
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Brista!
I have just over 7 years of experience. I am dependable, reliable, flexible, fun-loving and extraordinarily kind. I am a full-time live-in nanny to a 15-month-old, and have been her caregiver since she was 4 months. I am also a part-time student earning my BA in Psychology w/ con in Child and...
Brista can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is great with children. Dependable and safe. "
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Monique F.
Seattle, WA
$15-34/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Monique And I Moved To Seattle About Three Years Ago From Brazil.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I found my passion watching over children growing up in a big family and babysitting every chance I had.
I have worked as a nanny for 7 years and have gained extensive knowledge and experience in caring for infants and toddlers. My experience includes preparing nutritious meals, engaging children in age-appropriate activities,...
Monique can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Monique was an incredible caregiver to our son in a nanny share before he entered daycare (age 5mo-12mo). She continues to babysit for us and our son is over the moon excited whenever he sees her. She brings the right balance of structure in meal plans (and prep!),...
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Luiza P.
Seattle, WA
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I started my childcare journey as a Kindergarten and Preschool Teacher 11 years ago.
After graduating from college, I became an Au Pair for a lovely family with 3 under 3 where I was responsible for all things child related, including running errands and being on top of their busy schedules.
Once my contract was over, in 2020, I...
Luiza can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Luiza has been a Godsend for us, and for our baby. We are relatively new to the area, and our families live far away. We needed a babysitter to help out for the occasional date night, and a few times during the week. We contacted her, not sure what to expect, and...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an experienced babysitter and nanny who loves kids. I've been babysitting since I was about 12/13, caring for family friends and neighbors. I worked at the Boys and Girls Club for about 1. 5 years so I have experience with kids of all ages, from just 6 months to 11 years, as well as homework help and elementary online/...
Zoe can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe is on time and communicates with families well. She is kind, caring and gentle and a calming presence with kids of any age."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Seattle, WA
Abigail R.
5.0
Abi is very punctual and dependable. My kids love her, and she is very patient and energetic with them. She's great at showing initiative and coming up with fun activities to do.
- Rebekka K.
Megan J.
5.0
Megan is incredibly responsible and such a natural caretaker with my two boys, who she's cared for numerous times from ages 18 months to 5. My kids feel safe and comfortable with her, as she confidently keeps the boundaries my husband and I have set, while doing so lovingly. She's also a lot of fun,...
- Mackenzie B.
Carmen C.
5.0
Carmen is an absolute dream nanny! We've had the pleasure of having her with our family the past year and a half during a nanny share for two boys. She's one of the most patient, nurturing, reliable, and kindest people I know. My son absolutely adores her and she will most certainly be the first...
- Jessica W.
Joanna V.
5.0
We interviewed Joanna for a caregiver position for our 8 year old twins. She would have been a wonderful fit for us- kind, mature, experienced and just a wonderful person to talk with. Our needs changed and so were not able to hire her. But she is an outstanding candidate and I would highly...
- Whitney H.
Mireya G.
5.0
Mireya is excellent! She's bubbly and kind and has a great way with our kids. We've worked with her three times now and are delighted that she's in our rotation of caregivers. She's a good communicator, is on time, and keeps the kids' routine steady. If she is available, you should have her come...
- 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.