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95 babysitters are listed in Yakima, WA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Yakima, WA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have experience working newborns to 10-year-olds. I have 3 years of working in early learning. Also In the past have nannied for 5 families. I will need to renew my CPR and First Aid certification soon. I have completed 30 hours of STARS Training. I hope to hear from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Jackie is an amazing sitter to our 2 month old girl. We hired her part time to watch our baby a couple times a week and we hired her last minute for a date night. She is punctual and willing to stay longer if needed. Jackie would always communicate feedings,...
Andie F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kerstin. I am the mother of 4 beautiful children as well as 4 beautiful grandchildren, one of them whom I am raising. I worked at McGuire Lumber as an accounts receivable clerk when I was younger and decided that I wanted to be home with my children. So from there I opened a home childcare and enjoyed that for 12...
Kerstin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids really enjoyed Kerstin who has a calm and caring style, taking them for walks and managing a fussy baby with great patience. She was easy to communicate with and generous. Her granddaughter played so well with my kids. I would recommend her easily."
Siena S.
5.0
(2)
I have two amazing sons. Looking for a flexible recurring sitter that can handle energetic fun-loving toddlers. If you are good with well-trained pets, that's a big bonus for us.
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Erika was great with our kids and two dogs. She is communicative, punctual and honest. We have hired her multiple times and will continue. Highly recommend."
Charles D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tiana, I am currently a Yvc student and have been nannying/babysitting the last 2 years! My experience has typically been with 2 children at a time, part time and full time, meal prepping, transportation to and from school etc.
I am in school till 12 but currently on winter break for the month of December so...
Tiana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tiana was wonderful. Did science projects with kids and girls enjoyed her company."
Wade W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Peyton and I am a compassionate, outgoing babysitter with my BSN RN degree and tons of experience in childcare! I have been nannying and babysitting for over 10 years, and have a year of experience as a daycare teacher. I have all the necessary knowledge to keep your baby/child safe while still having fun! I enjoy...
Peyton can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Peyton has a comfortable and easygoing demeanor that set my kids at ease right away. She was great at communicating with me, and I felt completely unstressed about leaving my kiddos with her."
Shelby M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
** Currently Unavailable **
Hello! My name is Aimee.
I am on year 7 working as a paraprofessional in elementary schools.
I have experience with almost all ages, including toddlers and teens.
My availability is on weekdays after 4 p.m. and weekends are pretty open.
I like to do occasional babysitting because I am enrolled in...
Aimee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Aimee was wonderful! My boys absolutely enjoyed the many activities she did with them and how kind she was. I would 100% hire her again!"
Sarah W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children through the nursery at my church since I was 11 years old. I am also a babysitter, and a tutor. I have cared for kids of all ages, much of my experience being with children 1-6-year-olds. I am very capable, patient, and can adapt well to different circumstances or support needs. I like to bring...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rachel has been absolutely wonderful! She was beyond wonderful caring for my daughter. I hired Rachel to provide child care for my 4 year old daughter while I worked night shift. Rachel was very flexible and spent the nights at my home and she couldn't have been...
Caitlin B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Stephanie. I have been cleaning houses off and on since I was 12 years old. I am a mom of four. With all my kids in school now. And am looking for extra work to keep me busy a couple days a week! If you're interested feel free to message me. Thank you!
Stephanie can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, window washing, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning & more
5.0
"Stephanie was amazing. Very reliable, passionate about her job, great communicator and an amazing house cleaner! She went above and beyond. Vacuuming, dusting, mopping, laundry, cleaned bathrooms, kitchen and took out the garbages. You will be happy if you hire...
Rachelle Z.
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Dawn! I have four kids of my own, and one bonus! We are a blended family, and my oldest are all school aged, while my two youngest boys stay home with me. (Ages 3 and almost 1 1/2. I would love to provide safe, reliable care for any working families in my own home, while I am taking time off from work myself to stay home...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Dawn has watched my 3 children on many occasions. She is reliable and fun and my kids love her. She leaves my house cleaner than I left it and the kids always have the best time when she's here. I can't recommend her enough!"
Brenna S.
Dessa M.
Yakima, WA
$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hey, I'm Dessa! I'm a PNW native and am currently living in Yakima, WA. I love exploring the outdoors with my dog, Winston, and my sister/roommate, Zoe. I also enjoy yoga, baking, arts of all variety, and caring for my little collection of plants. My biggest vices are vintage sales and cinnamon muffins.
As well as past...
Dessa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dessa is such a kind and friendly caregiver. She is a baby whisperer and can calm the crankiest of little souls. She is also super playful and care free with toddlers and older children. I have had the pleasure of knowing Dessa for many years and have seen her with...
Molly C.
Vataly T.
Yakima, WA
$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a former preschool teacher and I'm going back to school to get a degree in dental hygiene. I've got lots of experience with kids in and outside of a school setting (I have 5 younger siblings and have babysat pretty frequently for the past 5 years). I have all my certifications to be a preschool teacher like CPR for...
Vataly can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"vataly is a wonderful babysitter. i have two little ones. a 3 y/o and a 5 y/o and they both just adore her. she is very good at keeping them in their routine and helping them out with their early education. i always come home to a picked up house, and the kids...
Jane M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Enthusiastic and creative babysitter with a passion for fostering a fun and nurturing environment for children. Committed to providing exceptional care and engaging activities that promote learning and development.
Kiana can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a very reliable, and patient 19-year-old! Growing up as the oldest I was always watching my brother and family friends kids, my mom also had a baby a year ago so I have been watching him for her while she goes back to work! With me your child will always have a blast weather it's a fun day at the park or running...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have owned just about every kind of dog , I love animals and would love to care for yours ! Fur babies are a must !
Alexia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Alyssa! I moved to Virginia Beach for college in fall of 2023 and am looking for full time and overnight child care jobs for this summer, starting in May through the end of September. I am 25 years old, love caring for children, and have over 11 years of experience in full- and part-time babysitting, nannying,...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Yesenia E.
Yakima, WA
$19-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
A little about me, I am 21 years old I moved to yakima two years ago and moved out here for new opportunities. I was working at head start and decided to start nannying to have time to go to college. I have been working with kids since I was in high school but before that I grew up with my nieces and nephews. I have experience...
Yesenia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Lily S.
Yakima, WA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience, I absolutely love taking care of children, cooking, and cleaning. I've cared for infants (6m) - school-age children. I'm joyful, positive, and nurturing. I took a full course on babysitting + I am CPR (infant/adult) certified as well as being first aid certified.
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have always loved children; started babysitting when I was around 12 years old, had two of my own children, and then received a BA in Human Development. From there I have worked in a child learning center, provided home based services through Early Head Start, and was a CASA volunteer. I have a lot of love to give and want to...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 12 years of paid babysitting experience, babysitting for a wide variety of families (both long-term and short-term with date nights and such). The majority of my experience is with children ages 1. 5-7 years old, although I do have experience caring for infants and older kids as well. I've taken Child Development and...
Kara can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Elena, most call me Lena! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I can help drive your children around, run errands, or do some grocery shopping. I have previous experience with being a nanny/ and babysitter and I can honestly say I love it! I am a Sunday...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Yakima, WA
Andrea F.
5.0
Jackie is an amazing sitter to our 2 month old girl. We hired her part time to watch our baby a couple times a week and we hired her last minute for a date night. She is punctual and willing to stay longer if needed. Jackie would always communicate feedings, changes, and how the day went. We are sad...
- Andie F.
Kerstin S.
5.0
Kerstin watched my little guy for years 5 days a week, then he started school. He loves her, we consider her family. She is always our go to sitter to this day.
She is responsible, caring, attentive, everything you could want.
Highly recommend .
- Stacy W.
Erika S.
5.0
Erika was great with our kids and two dogs. She is communicative, punctual and honest. We have hired her multiple times and will continue. Highly recommend.
- Charles D.
Tiana G.
5.0
Tiana was wonderful. Did science projects with kids and girls enjoyed her company.
- Wade W.
Peyton W.
5.0
Peyton has a comfortable and easygoing demeanor that set my kids at ease right away. She was great at communicating with me, and I felt completely unstressed about leaving my kiddos with her.
- Shelby M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Yakima, WA:
How can I find a Yakima babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Yakima, 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 95 babysitters in Yakima, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Yakima, WA?
The average rate for Yakima, WA babysitters on Care.com is $17.34 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 Yakima, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Yakima, 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 Yakima, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Yakima, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 95 listed babysitters.