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Lyndsey D.

Experienced Babysitter, Tutor, And Caregiver.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hi! I'm Lyndsey! I am 26 years old. I'm new to the area. I have two girls, one is a few months old and my oldest is 2 and she is in daycare. I have an infant that's 3 months that I would bring with me to work. I've been a nanny on and off since I was 21 and I have a lot of experience with toddlers.

Sarah K. says "We are in LOVE with Lyndsey!! She INSTANTLY connected with my three kiddos and myself. She made me feel super comfortable leaving my babies with her. They...

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Alexis C.

Experienced And Energetic Babysitter

Tacoma, WA

4.5(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a recent college graduate excited to teach and care for youngsters. In college, I created and managed an environmental education outreach program. I loved teaching children K-12 about the planet. I have previous childcare experience with children aged 8 months to 10 years. I have held jobs with multiple families with a...

Danielle Z. says "We hired Alexis during the summer of 2015 as our usual babysitter was out of town. My kids were 1.5 and 3.5 years. They loved having Alexis over as she...

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Natalya S.

Part -time Babysitter Is Available

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
I love kids. I have a lot of experience in childcare. I am reliable and responsible. I don't smoke, and I get along with animals.

Anna G. says "Hi everyone! I would like to recommend you Natalya! She babysat my little girl and she is wonderful! My daughter loved her and Natalya took really good care...

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Vera W.

Babysitter/Nanny

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
My natural love for children and responsible, positive caring nature are a few of the reasons I would love to have the opportunity to care for your child/children. I am highly skilled in providing a loving, friendly, safe atmosphere for the child/children left in my care. Because of previous babysitting jobs, consequently I have...

Connie M. says "Vera simply can't be beat. She watched my two year old daughter and then newborn son for over a year. I was nervous about having someone watch two under...

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Logan M.

Hi I'm Logan! I'm 21, Looking For A Job, Great With Kids Of All Ages, Housesit/babysit/nanny/petsit.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as easy-going, nurturing, and creative. I am also known for being able to easily diffuse situations, especially involving children of all ages. I like working with kids because I grew up around a huge family so it's second nature for me. My experience as a Lifelong Girl Scout and countless volunteer...

Jackie F. says "Logan watched my 8 month old daughter and did a great job with her! Also left detailed notes on how the day went. Would hire again."

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Allison S.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I would prefer to provide care in your home and I have reliable transportation. I offer an up to date list of references upon interviewing/meeting by request. I do not provide overnight care, but I do provide late night care. I've been a private professional nanny for 10+ years now. I'm very familiar with Montessori lifestyle,...

Sarah P. says "Allison was great with my kids and they adore her. She is friendly, respectful and flexible. She also excelled in de-escalating my 5 year's mood swings. I...

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Eva P.

Tacoma, WA

4.7(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am 26 years old, I am CPR certified. I've babysat for my family as long as I can remember, yet I do have 5 years of payed experience with children of all ages. If you're in need of someone to be friends with your kid and adult to keep an eye on them, I think you and your family found a great fit. Feel free to reach out and ask...

Karibeth M. says "I hired Eva for 1-2 mornings a week and she showed up on time. My son was nothing but smiles when I got home. we love having her and enjoy working with...

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Za'yona W.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
Hey, I'm 23 years old! I am a graduate of Austin State University as of 23'! I moved to Washington state & I will be enrolling back into college to further my education in psychology. I am in the military, due to that I am willing and free to babysit Friday nights, Saturday time will be discussed and Sunday (after 1 until...

Care Member says "Yona is an EXCELENT Sitter. She is the second sitter that we've hired from this site and like the first, my daughter absolutely loves her. She plays...

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Miranda C.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience with newborns to kids 8 years old. I have a car and am CPR/BLS trained. I have been a literacy tutor at an elementary school for the past two years. I am looking to make the transition into being a nanny/ babysitter full time. I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors, arts and crafts, reading and baking with...

Kathreen E. says "I have known Miranda for more than 10 years and she has proven to be a great person. She is polite, courteous, kind, full of energy, resourceful and...

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Tyra L.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
Hello my name is Tyra. I am 26 (I am not sure why my profile says I'm 36) I have been babysitting since I was 15 and am very eager to get to know you and your family. I am currently a full time college student so looking for occasional and part time. Being around children for me is great because I get to help in a child's early...

Cassie C. says "Tyra was on time, engaging, and professional. She was great to talk to and easily conveyed her abilities. She also came prepared with documentation of her...

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Kianna J.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
Hi! I'm Kianna, 27, a proud mom of two and experienced caregiver with over 10 years of childcare and senior care experience. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs and in ABU programs. I started out babysitting, volunteering in schools, and caring for my own kids-and later became a caregiver...

Nicole H. says "Kianna watched our 5 year old son on short notice and he kept saying how much fun he had with her. We are so appreciative and will definitely be reaching...

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Mary L.

Bilingual Nanny Available In Gig Harbor/UP/Tacoma/Seattle Area, 9+ Years Of Childcare Experience

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a responsible, mature and organized person, and I have been working w/ children over the last 9 years, occasional babysitter, au pair, nanny in-out, I've worked w/ kids from different ages, About myself I'm educated and a psychologist in my home country l'd describe my personality as a patient, caring and responsible...

Care Member says "Mary's such a lovely nanny, who gained my child respect in a couple of minutes, she is fun and smiley, she is a safe driver and took my child to the...

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Jennifer R.

Short Term Nanny Work & Fill In Care Jan- March

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm interested in occasional babysitting jobs, fill ins, as well as occasional overnight jobs & weekend gigs. I have an extensive background in childhood development & youth recreation. I worked for a cruise line for over 8 years as a Youth program Director (recreation and education program for kids ages 3-17). I also worked at...

Care Member says "Jen was an amazing help with our 9 month - 12 month old. She was super engaged, energetic, responsible and played so many fun games with him, he learned...

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Kimberly D.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi Parents! My name is Kimberly, and my husband and I recently moved to the area. I'm excited to connect with families who are looking for a reliable, caring, and experienced nanny! I'm 23 and have 7 years of babysitting experience, including 5 years as a full-time nanny. I've worked with children from newborns to age 12 and...

Katie T. says "Kimberly has been wonderful taking care of our 4 month old. Always on time and super sweet. I would definitely recommend her!"

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Kamilah K.

Fun-loving Sitter

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
During graduate school, I babysat part-time ages 6 months to 9 years of age. I am comfortable with all ages. I have babysat up to 2 children at a time, but feel capable with babysit up to 3 at one time. I am fun, communicative, flexible, creative and prepared for any challenge.

Tricia M. says "Kamilah took great care of our three kids aged 4, 2 and 7 months. She was super thoughtful and communicative, and our kids loved her!"

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Ana Rosa L.

CARING AND RELIABLE NANNY

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi Families, My name is Ana and I recently moved to the Tacoma area. I have lived in Seattle for over 12 years and have a wide array of experiences/references taking care of infants, children, and young kids for over 9 years! I am bilingual, easygoing and with excellent work references from my previous job that I would gladly...

Care Member says "We have had Ana Rosa as a babysitter many times since 2021 for our two girls for both nights and weekends. Our kids love her and get so excited when...

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Alexis S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi folks, It's been a while since I've been in the babysitting game, but I've been in youth development for the past 10 years now. Currently, I work at a mentorship nonprofit, where I mentor K-5 students and work with their families, schools, and communities. I recently (2 years) moved to Tacoma for the role, and it's been a...

Victoria K. says "We love Alexis, she is organized and reliable. She is patient with my daughter and has a calm disposition. I would hire her again!"

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Laila B.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, my name is Laila! I have a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Research and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Pepperdine University. I am looking for a steady nanny position. I have been babysitting since 2011 when I received my babysitting certification from the American Red Cross. I also had the opportunity to be a nanny for...

Kelley F. says "Laila is the BEST nanny. She was our first and I am forever ruined. She's always on time, always cares for the boys as if they were her own, never yells...

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Shelby P.

Nanny Looking For A Kind Family

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a 29-year-old who is a dedicated professional nanny with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged 2 months to 18yrs. I have always been passionate about fostering children's development, creating a fun and stimulating environment, and establishing a strong bond with families. I recently...

Jasmine H. says "Shelby is truly an amazing person and nanny. She blended in with our family and aided in setting schedules and making things consistent. She will always...

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Halle R.

Warm, Knowledgeable & Experienced Nanny Seeks Wonderful Family In Need

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hello all. I'm Halle & I'd be honored to be a patient, kind & loving asset to your family. I have nannied for 15+ families in Ohio and Washington, and hold great admiration for all the families I have worked with. I am disability informed and have 10+ years experience working with children with disabilities & specialized medical...

Bruce B. says "Halle was our sitter for over 4 years. As a single dad, I needed reliable care that I could count on. I was working long days, oftentimes 50+ hours a week....

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  • 171 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.66/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA

Babysitters in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 90 reviews of the 171 listed babysitters

Lyndsey D.

We are in LOVE with Lyndsey!! She INSTANTLY connected with my three kiddos and myself. She made me feel super comfortable leaving my babies...

- Sarah K.

Alexis C.

We hired Alexis during the summer of 2015 as our usual babysitter was out of town. My kids were 1.5 and 3.5 years. They loved having Alexis...

- Danielle Z.

Natalya S.

Hi everyone! I would like to recommend you Natalya! She babysat my little girl and she is wonderful! My daughter loved her and Natalya took...

- Anna G.

Common questions about hiring a babysitter in Tacoma, WA

The average rate for babysitters in Tacoma, WA on Care.com is $20.66 per hour as of January 2026. Rates can vary depending on the babysitter’s experience, the ages of your children, and the types of responsibilities you need help with. Duties like preparing meals, handling bedtime routines, caring for infants, or supervising multiple children may influence the overall rate. Many families also find that evening, weekend, or last-minute care can be priced differently. For a broader look at typical pricing, you can explore how much babysitters cost and use the Care.com cost calculator to help estimate your total expenses.

Finding a babysitter in Tacoma, WA often starts with asking people you trust, such as friends, relatives, or neighbors, for recommendations. Many families also look in local parenting groups or community forums where other parents share their experiences. On Care.com, you can browse 170 babysitters in Tacoma, WA, each with information about their background, availability, and reviews from nearby families. Taking time to compare profiles and understand each sitter’s experience, age-group comfort, and approach to childcare can help you find someone who fits your family’s routine and expectations.

Babysitters in Tacoma, WA offer a range of services to support different family schedules and childcare needs. Many caregivers focus on afternoon routines, including after-school sitters who help with pick-ups, homework, and evening transitions. Families who need extended coverage can look for overnight sitters who stay through the night and assist with bedtime care. You can also find sitters who specialize in caring for infants, such as infant babysitters experienced with feeding, naps, and developmental routines. Many babysitters are available for weekend help or general childcare, and some can take on tutoring responsibilities if your child needs academic support. Reviewing each sitter’s profile can help you understand their experience, availability, and the types of care they are most comfortable providing.

When choosing a babysitter in Tacoma, it’s helpful to consider their experience, comfort with your child’s age group, and familiarity with common childcare duties. Many families look for babysitters who communicate clearly, arrive on time, and have positive reviews from other parents. It can also be useful to understand the typical responsibilities of a babysitter so you know what to expect during each visit. For a broader sense of the qualities families value most, you can explore what makes a good babysitter, especially if you’re hiring someone for infants, bedtime routines, or after-school care.

Babysitters typically provide occasional or part-time care, such as evenings, weekends, or short-term help when parents are away. Nannies usually work more consistent hours and may take on additional responsibilities like planning activities, helping with children’s schedules, or supporting daily routines. Understanding the differences can help you decide which type of caregiver best fits your family’s needs in Tacoma.

How early you should book a babysitter depends on when and how long you need care. For busy times like weekends, holidays, or evenings, it can help to reach out several days in advance. If you need ongoing or recurring help, contacting sitters ahead of time gives you more options and allows you to schedule interviews and meet-and-greets. For last-minute care, many babysitters in Tacoma offer flexible or same-day availability.

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