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51 babysitters are listed in Yakima, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Yakima, WA
Dessa M.
Yakima, WA
$17-18/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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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.
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 in school, while my two youngest boys stay home with me. (4yrs & 2 yrs old)! I would love to provide safe, reliable care for another family while I am taking time off from work myself to stay home with my little ones. I'm a...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
Madison B.
Yakima, WA
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a first grade teacher, nature lover, and education enthusiast! I am taking this next school year off and am looking for a full time nanny or tutoring job while I focus on school.
I have a degree in Elementary Education, taught first grade for three years, have ski instructed all ages, and adore kiddos. I believe...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Maddie was simply awesome. She worked so well with all our three boys. (Ages 13, 10 and 9.). She made sure they read everyday over the summer, she took them on adventures, communicated very well with other parents arranging play-date/hang-outs. All our parent...
Bess T.
Anyssa P.
Yakima, WA
$22-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Anyssa, I have 7 siblings, 3 sisters and 3 brothers. I'm a reliable and trustworthy caretaker of all ages including newborns, infants, toddlers, and kids. I am offering child care and household care services.
I enjoy and love babysitting kids. I have been watching newborns, infants, toddlers off on on since I was...
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kayla T.
Yakima, WA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have experience in babysitting roles that have reinforced this passion. As a childcare provider, I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, and I'm comfortable following their lead when it comes to...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jasentah F.
Yakima, WA
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a genuine love for fostering children's growth and development. My prior babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to continue making a positive impact on children's lives.
Parents can expect me to be patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and...
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, grocery shopping, meal prep
Imani B.
Yakima, WA
$19-29/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name Is Imani, and I've been a babysitter since I was in middle school. Growing up with 9 nieces and nephews, I've had the joy of spending time with children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. My experience has given me a deep understanding of what each age group needs, and I'm passionate about creating a fun,...
Imani can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Hi friends!!
My name is Courtney, I am 22 years old. I have 10+ years of babysitting/ nannying experience. I have experience with all ages, especially 1-3-year-olds! I grew up around littles my whole life and I love spending time with them. I have experience housecleaning as well and I am willing to help with tasks around the...
Courtney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Harrah H.
Yakima, WA
$17-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, patient, and honest.
I started working with kids as a babysitter for multiple families when I was 14 years old. I also am the oldest child of 6 and was tasked with watching my younger siblings since around age 12.
I'm currently attending the University of Washington, and in my free...
Harrah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Cierra K.
Yakima, WA
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love kids! I have always loved hanging out and playing with my little cousins! I started out watching them, and then for my parents coworkers, and now i'm looking for a more full time babysitting/nannying job. I have been babysitting for the last 5 years! I am available from Monday - Friday. I have taken care of kids from 6...
Ashley H.
Yakima, WA
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have two years of nannying with one family and over 5 years of babysitting experience. I also worked in the Kids Klub at an LA fitness in Seattle. In this Kids Klub is where I made several babysitting connections after parents would hear how their child and I would interact. I absolutely love being around kids and look forward...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm Jadin and I'm so excited for this opportunity. I have my own little one who is 3 months! I also have 3 little siblings and a bunch of cousins that I've always grown up watching. I have a ton of ideas for ways to keep your children busy and having fun!
I'd describe my personality as organized, outgoing, and caring
I...
Jadin can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kayla J.
Yakima, WA
$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I love kids I've been with kids I love to interact with kids I'm the person your kids are gonna be treated like my kids I'll do anything for your kids I've watched my sister's kids and my cousins kids I've watch my neighbors kids when they where little until they grew up then they moved and I was still watching them until the...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Megan T.
Yakima, WA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Megan. I'm 25, I currently attend college online and am getting my dual BA degree in elementary education and special education and will be finished in 2025. I am a graduate from Zillah High School and I have lived in Yakima for an about 6 years. I am currently looking for a job around kids since I am a middle...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've been a caregiver for elderly since 2008. I worked for individual with developmental disability, in home care and assisted living. I had a hospice private client for years a San Clemente CA. I worked for another elder client in Orange County CA for 11years. Back to working in a facility for couple of years before moving to...
Djanice can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as Creative, compassionate, and loving
I love caring for children it's always been my biggest passion! I'm CPR certified ! I also have my 30 hours STARS training which is required by state licensed child care workers. I have my safe sleep certificate. I also have my food handlers card. I have my own...
5.0
"Chloe did an amazing job. The kids loved her. She was active with them, instead of just letting my 4 yr old son watch TV. I highly recommend Chloe!!"
To B.
Bianca M.
Yakima, WA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, creative, and friendly childcare provider with four years of experience. I'm available to care for up to two children between the ages of 0-11. As a skilled swimmer, I'd love to teach children how to swim, along with playing outdoor sports and physical games, board games and puzzles, and educational games...
Ciara R.
Yakima, WA
$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a 31-year-old mother to a 9-year-old son. I am currently working on completing my Bachelors in Psychology. I love to spend my free time with my son, family and friends.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Yakima, WA
Dessa M.
5.0
Dessa is awesome. Our son really enjoys her. She is good at getting him down for naps and she plays and talks to him. So far she has watched our son a few times starting at 3 months, and we would have her for many more!
- Chastity T.
Dawn W.
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.
Madison B.
5.0
Maddie was simply awesome. She worked so well with all our three boys. (Ages 13, 10 and 9.). She made sure they read everyday over the summer, she took them on adventures, communicated very well with other parents arranging play-date/hang-outs. All our parent friends and our own parents spoke very...
- Bess T.
Chloe P.
5.0
Chloe did an amazing job. The kids loved her. She was active with them, instead of just letting my 4 yr old son watch TV. I highly recommend Chloe!!
- To B.
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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 38 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 $19.37 per hour as of March 2025. 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 2025, 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 6 reviews of the 51 listed babysitters.