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Find in-home babysitters in Tacoma, WA that you’ll love
57 in-home babysitters are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby in-home babysitters is 6 years
In-home babysitters in Tacoma, WA
5.0
(10)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I've completed 2 years studying early childhood education. I've worked at Daycare for almost a year for ages 6 weeks up to 5 years old. I have a CPR and First Aid training. I have lots of hours in other childcare training as well.
I have had multiple background checks since I have worked in elementary schools and daycares.
I...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Kimberly (goes by Cayla) is by far the best babysitter we have ever had. Our daughter has special needs and meds and Cayla took her on like it was a walk in the park when others made it seem impossible. She sends wonderful updates through the day, does fun...
Abby F.
Estella A.
Tacoma, WA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Look no further, you have found your next babysitter! I am an energetic, fun, patient, and creative caregiver. I enjoy fostering your child's likes and interest and guiding them through their growth and development. I have over 10 years experience in working in child care settings. A few of those years as a behavior therapist...
Estella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Estella is wonderful. My 3 year old had a blast and was talking about her and all they did the next morning she even took my dog out with them so she’s good with animals as well!! Very responsible, respectful, and sent pictures (I loved that)!!! Definitely going to...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ibia! I am an experienced nanny and home care aid of 4+ years. I am a mom of a 18-month-old boy and am looking for an opportunity to bring him with me or care for your little ones in my home. I've found that as he grows, playing and interacting with other kiddos has been an essential part of their development and...
Ibia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ibia is a wonderful and trustworthy babysitter. She always responds to messages and shows up on short notice. Our daughter loves her, I highly recommend her."
Jessica C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! I really enjoy caring for children of all ages. I am nurturing, kind, reliable, and trustworthy. I can take care of kids at your place or at my home. My house is safe and child friendly with a large fancied back yard.
I got my Tdap vaccine in April 2018. I am COVID-19 vaccinated and boosted. I have been working as a...
Natalya can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"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 of her. She has an enormous experience with her own three children and her grand daughter, that feels really...
Anna G.
Mary L.
Tacoma, WA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Bilingual Nanny Available In Gig Harbor/UP/Tacoma/Seattle Area, 9+ Years Of Childcare Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Mary can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 park to play with the sprinkles which she loves it, Mary is punctual, responsible, mature and attentive, I would...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Sarah and I hope to be chosen as a caretaker for your children. I have been babysitting for friends, family, and neighbors for the last 12 years on and off. Most recently I have been watching two adorable girls aged 3 and 6 since the oldest was born. I have plenty of experience with infants, toddlers, and...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is great with our now 5 month old baby girl and our English Bulldog. She comes in early and stays late to accommodate our hectic schedules! "
Gabrielle W.
Thank you for wanting to know more about me! I have raised 6 children and I have 13 grandchildren. I have worked in a daycare setting, a teen group home and have done elderly care. I also had an in home, state licensed childcare for several years. I started babysitting at a young age and have always been drawn to care for and...
Kari can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Use to work for an at-home babysitter named Tammy. Took care of all ages from infants to 13 years of age.
Kira can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Apolonia U.
Tacoma, WA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
My life has always been surrounded by children. Now I am a single parent with my three children. I would like to teach other children as well as mine. I love working with children I started babysitting when I was 13 years old. I also have another job working part time at on Thursday through Saturday. I am available to work...
Apolonia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Tarieonya C.
Tacoma, WA
$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with kids because it's something I'm good at! My mother didn't raise her other kids so I got the blessing of teaching them and caring for them and it's a passion of mine! I have transportation and my own place :)
I'm looking for a job that I can be a critical help to the family!
I started working with kids when...
1.0
(1)
I have been caring for children for 20 years. I have over 5, 000 hours of child care experience. I also have experience in a home setting, such as a nanny or just an occasional baby sitter. I have cared for children as young as two weeks up to the age of 12 years old. I have always loved children and working with them. I have a...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello I have a lot of experience with children. Children really love me it's true! I will watch over them and your home. I'm also great with pets.
I'd describe my personality as nice, caring, attentive.
I like working with kids because I'm fun and kids like to have fun! I'm smart, and I know how to be stern if needed.
I...
Jaclyn L.
Tacoma, WA
$10-15/hr
I am a stay at home mom by day with my 3-year-old son Milo. I'm looking for some extra money AND for some play dates for my son! I could babysit at my house in Fircrest where we have lots of toys, or Milo and I could come to you!
Jaclyn can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I professionally babysat twin girls for four years until they went to preschool last September and I miss childcare and would love to get back to it.
Saturday -Tuesday I have child care for my own kids so I am open and available to watch yours in your home if you are more comfortable with that but if you are looking for a full...
Aubreyanna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"My girls (twins) were with Aubrey 5 days a week from infancy to pre school. They both adore her and were always happy to be with her. She helped with potty training, learning letters, and shapes. She loved my babies as if they were her own. "
Care member
Samantha S.
Tacoma, WA
$24-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Samantha! I'm A Certified Caregiver And Nursing Assistant With 6 Years Experience.
Hello! I'm Samantha, I am a caregiver and Certified Nursing Assistant with 6 years of experience. I'm mostly looking to pick up "One time" babysitting/caregiving opportunities when available. I have experience working in hospitals, LTC facilities, rehab facilities and home health (babysitting/caregiving.) I love working with...
Asia W.
Tacoma, WA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Asia. I have over 13 years of experience babysitting for infants to middle-schoolers for several families, and friends. Being an in home and out home nanny and teaching toddlers in private and commercial daycare. I hold expertise in everything from changing diapers and potty training to tutoring, school drop...
Asia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Omontreunna C.
Federal Way, WA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Welcome families! I'm Omontreunna and I'm an experienced, passionate and responsible nanny/sitter with over 10 years of professional experience working with children of all ages. I have an experienced background in Early Childhood Education and I am continuously learning. I currently work in the School District. I am energetic,...
Omontreunna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely wonderful! She did so well with my son (who is going through the lovely terrible twos by the way). She was early, extremely friendly, and had a very laid back personality. We loves having her sit our son so much that we actually hired her again...
Bryn R.
HI :) My name is Breanna and I am 22 years old. Im currently a student at Tacoma Community College and I'm finishing up my prerequisites for Nursing school. I grew up in a big Pacific Islander family so taking care of younger cousins and siblings is something I'm very familiar with. I've also had babysitting jobs with various...
Breanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
My name is Julieth . I am currently working as a stay at home caregiver in Gig Harbor. My main priorities are two young girls ages six and 10 as well as an elderly women with alzheimers. Also, I am a college student at Tacoma Community College, and I am aspiring to be an RN. As of right now, I have my CNA certification.
I have...
Julieth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Julieth is a wonderful person and I would highly recommend her. She is trustworthy and invested in doing the best job possible!"
Care member
Hi there! My name is Megan and I am an experienced childcare provider with a passion for working with children. I have over 10 years of experience providing child care to families in my community. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and have worked professionally supporting children in schools, homes, and therapy...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA
Kimberly G.
5.0
I feel so lucky to have found Cayla (she goes by Cayla rather than Kimberly)! Her daughter and mine got along so well, she can’t wait to go back! Very thankful for Cayla’s updates by text throughout the morning. She is a great communicator and very patient with little ones, has lots of educational...
- Monica S.
Estella A.
5.0
Estella is wonderful. My 3 year old had a blast and was talking about her and all they did the next morning she even took my dog out with them so she’s good with animals as well!! Very responsible, respectful, and sent pictures (I loved that)!!! Definitely going to keep going to Estella for all my...
- Care member
Ibia M.
5.0
Ibia was prompt and positive when she arrived. She was a calm presence with the kids and they all took an immediate liking to her. Looking forward to having her sit for us again!
- Gail G.
Natalya S.
5.0
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 of her. She has an enormous experience with her own three children and her grand daughter, that feels really good. She loves babies, is never...
- Anna G.
Mary L.
5.0
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 park to play with the sprinkles which she loves it, Mary is punctual, responsible, mature and attentive, I would love to keep working with her when me...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Tacoma, WA in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $16.62. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Tacoma, WA help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 16 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Tacoma, WA?
You can now find babysitters online in Tacoma, WA with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 16 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.
Ratings for Tacoma, WA in-home babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
In-Home Babysitters in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 57 listed in-home babysitters.