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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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Kimberly G.

Part-Time Caregiver

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Care Member says "We occasionally have Kimberley watch our daughter. Our daughter was about 6 months when Kimberley started watching her. She loves going over to her...

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Marisa J.

Tacoma, WA

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Working with children and duties that pertain to in the home has been a source of joy and happiness in my life since I was very young. Being a caregiver is where I feel most at home and so it's where I've stayed the last 12 years. A little bit about myself; I married my high school sweetheart, we have 2 amazing kids together....

Nicole C. says "Marisa was on time for her interview, very friendly and definitely demonstrated her experience caring for children. Although we ultimately decided to go...

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Sophia E.

Part-time Caregiver

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I'm Sophia, I am 24 years old. I recently graduated college with my AA. Currently I am getting my postpartum doula certification. Starting at a very young age I cared for my younger brother from when he was ages 3-9. I periodically would help out at an in home day care when I was 15-17. While doing this, I would help care for...

Care Member says "Sophia has so many wonderful qualities I don’t know where to start! Whoever gets Sophia next will be a lucky family!She has been with our family since...

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Shane J.

Nanny, Tutor

Tacoma, WA

4.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have an MFA in English. I've taught at U Mass Amherst, local colleges, Cambridge and Canterbury, England. I tutor all subjects, including math and science. I have a library of children's books and teaching materials. I use Waldorf and Montessori materials. I have been a La Leche League Leader helping mothers and babies...

Alex J. says "Interviewed Shane for a nanny position and provided full details ahead of time, including start date and pay. Afterwards, she shared she could not...

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Aubreyanna P.

Babysitter

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Care Member says "This was my first time using CARE ( babysitting company ) and I must admit I was nervous. My family and I were able to meet Aubrey one week before and...

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James R.

Happiness Architect: Building Joyful Moments!

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm James, dedicated nanny with extensive experience, including special-needs children and twins. Raised in a home daycare, my mother, a devoted teacher, instilled in me a deep love for childcare. This upbringing taught me invaluable skills in nurturing and engaging children. I pursued child development at a community...

Nandita K. says "James is reliable and super attentive to children of various ages. Even in settings where is he caring for multiple children at once, he makes sure each...

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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
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Roxann M.

Dedicated Tacoma Caregiver With 10+ Years Of Childcare And Pet Care Experience

Tacoma, WA

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 10+ years of caregiving experience with children between the ages of 7 months and 12 years. I currently work with a 2 and 5-year-old. In the past, I was responsible for picking children up from school, making dinner, helping with schoolwork, and play time until the parents came home. I have reliable transportation...

Care Member says "Roxann is thoughtful, dependable and patient. We are lucky to have her support with our toddler and strong willed preschooler! "

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Shoshana M.

Professional Home Manager/Nanny

Tacoma, WA

from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello New Family! I have been a nanny/home manager for over 15 years. During my years as a nanny/home manager I have helped raise over 20 children as well as maintained each families home as if it was my own. I am an excellent cook and take great pleasure in having a delicious meal ready for the family (or at the very least...
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Kyra O.

Tacoma, WA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have always had a passion working with kids, and would love to continue doing so. I have done small things from volunteering in church daycares, tutoring elementary kids through a program in high school, to then a summer job as a nanny, and of course babysitting since I was young. I also enjoy laundry, organizing areas,...
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Amanda F.

Experienced Professional Nanny/Governess

Tacoma, WA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My certification was earned at a top Nanny and governess school. The core curriculum consisted of early childhood education, child development, behavior, growth, nutrition, hygiene, and safety. Enrichment classes emphasized art, etiquette, literature, and music. Specialty courses taught language development, creative play,...
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Jennifer W.

Full Time Care Giver

Tacoma, WA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Jennifer and I am looking for a position as a live out Nanny. I ran an In-Home Daycare out of my home for 4 years. I have close to 20 years of experience working with children in a child care or daycare setting. I am really great at creating activities and curriculum that is developmentally appropriate for any age...
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Lindsey L.

Occasional Sitter/nanny With Flexible Availability

Tacoma, WA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am a current Masters student in Occupational Therapy with goals of becoming a pediatric therapist. I have done babysitting jobs for children ages 4-12 in the past, and feel very comfortable caring for children of all ages. During past babysitting jobs I have prepared meals for children, taken them on outings to parks or...
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Amy D.

Loving Life And Children

Tacoma, WA

from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love setting roots with the families I work with and being apart of their lives for years, even with varying childcare needs. I invest myself fully into any family I work with. I am very caring, loving person who is very genuine and honest. I love children, especially infants. I love growing the minds and hearts of those I...
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Kathryn E.

Tacoma, WA

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny for several years. I have also run a private school that is for home schoolers We had 96 students and six teachers that I worked with. I also ran the arts council for children. I designed over 40 classes with different subjects for children. I have home schooled all four of my children and enjoy exploring...
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Susan B.

Nanny And Household Manager

Tacoma, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Nanny and Household Manager with a proven track record of supporting busy families at every stage of life. My diverse background includes providing Doula services, Postpartum Care, Overnight assistance, and expert care for newborns and twins, as well as supporting children from infancy through high school. I...
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Tara D.

Mother And Registered Nurse

Tacoma, WA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Tara, I am a registered nurse and new mom! Even before becoming a nurse, caring for others, particularly children, was always a part of my life. Growing up, my mother ran a daycare in our home, and when I came home from school, I was always so excited to help her take care of the kids. When she decided to...
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Stephanie R.

Tacoma, WA

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Stephanie, I have lived in the Seattle/Tacoma area my entire life. I'm a mom to my adult daughter, who lives in the area with her husband. I enjoy the outdoors. Gardening is a huge passion of mine. I grow flowers and food. I love to talk about gardening and compost and worms. I'm a lover of the earth. I love watching the...
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Maya R.

Loving Nanny

Tacoma, WA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Maya, and I bring over 22 years of experience working with children of all ages. Throughout the years, I've worn many hats - nanny, home daycare owner, foster mom to many wonderful children, and proud mother of three. Caring for children has always been my true passion, and I find deep joy and purpose in...
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  • 60 in home nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.12/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home nannies is 4.6

Recent in home nanny reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA

In Home Nannies in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 60 listed in home nannies

Allison S.

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...

- Sarah P.

Kimberly G.

We occasionally have Kimberley watch our daughter. Our daughter was about 6 months when Kimberley started watching her. She loves going over...

- Care member

Marisa J.

Marisa was on time for her interview, very friendly and definitely demonstrated her experience caring for children. Although we ultimately...

- Nicole C.

FAQs for finding an in-home nanny near you in Tacoma, WA

The average going rate for in-home nannies on Care.com in Tacoma, WA is $22.12 per hour. That being said, how much an in-home nanny charges can vary due to factors like their years of experience and your location.

Not sure how to hire a nanny? It’s easy to find an in-home nanny with Care.com. There are currently 32 in Tacoma, WA in-home nannies you can review on Care.com. To find an in-home nanny, you can search for nannies and compare their profiles by hourly pay rate and experience. You can also read in-home nanny reviews from other families.

All live-in nannies offer different services. Some may be more than happy to help with homework or to do some light housekeeping or cooking. You can ask them about what responsibilities they’re willing to tackle when you interview them.

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