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530 babysitters are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Tacoma, WA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience of working with kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I was also a certified swim instructor and lifeguard at the YMCA for 3 years so I can teach and help kids learn how to swim! I have experience with kids of ages from 2 months old to 14years old. I have been...
Madelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Madelyn provided summer care for our children ages 3 and 6. She was always on time and was flexible when we needed to adjust time with her. She communicated really and in advance about any schedule updates on her end. She prioritized safety with our children and...
Caroline V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a graduate student at University of Puget Sound studying Occupational Therapy with an interest in pediatrics. I am looking for part time work in the evenings after class or on the weekends. I love being able to take kids out of the house for adventures in nature. Chill personality and very accommodating to...
Alyssa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alyssa watched our baby boy when he was about 9 months old to 14 months old. Would highly recommend- she was on time, followed our schedule, good communication, and our boy was always happy when we left and came home!"
Haley P.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Pris. Born and raised in Guadalajara. In Mexico, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 5 yrs and as an English teacher for 7 yrs (Kids from 4 to 14 y/o) I've studied English most of my life and speak it fluently. I moved to Seattle in 2014 and was a FT nanny for 3 amazing kids for 2 years. (5, 3, NB) I moved to...
Priscila can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We were lucky enough to book "Miss Priss" for last minute childcare needs for the work week for our 2 daughters, age 1 and 3. I would say having Pris was like discovering our very own Mary Poppins! We seriously would like her to be a live-in nanny if we could! It...
Juliet M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, I was surrounded by big families. I grew up taking care of eveyones kids, nieces, nephews, sisters, and brothers. I have a little sister which I have the most babysitting experience with because both of our parents worked. I understand the struggles of families that did not have a reliable care taker for their...
Jessie Denise can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessie was fantastic for the time we had my Son visiting for the summer. She was never late and had no problem with the finer aspects of taking care of a younger son. If you need a referral for Jessie I would be happy to give it because we would hire her again...
Justin A.
5.0
(4)
Hello! My name is Clover, and I am a caring, experienced professional nanny. I typically work via word of mouth and with family friends, but I have decided to modernize! I am bilingual, CPR certified, first aid certified, psychological first aid certified, and I have more than six years of experience as a professional nanny. I...
Clover can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Clover is very personable and thoughtful. I loved working with her!"
Chandler R.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
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...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Vera is sweet, great with kids, follows instructions, and intuitive. She offered to come by the day before to meet our children which was kind and helpful. She cared for our 3 year old and 10 year old for an evening. The kids loved her. We will hire her again."
Kimberly V.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've cared for children for the last 20 years, and currently have a 8-year-old, 5-year-old, and 2-year-old- all three are in school or at daycare. I'm a newly single mom hoping to find positions that allow me to be there for my kiddos- so between school hours; during summer they will be in camps and daycare.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"My girls adore Angela. She has taken care of them a handful of times and it's been great. Hands down my favorite sitter."
Andrea F.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Part time Babysitter for children ages 6months -11years old.
Also do date nights.
Able to watch multiple children.
Experienced for about 11years.
I have my own transportation.
I am First Aid, CPR/AED Certified.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"She makes time to be available and friendly. "
Narcisa J.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Alexis since 2009. She has been babysitting for me since she was in middle school. When she first started babysitting for me, I had a 4 year old, a 2 year old and an infant. Alexis just jumped right in changing diapers,...
Trisha L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Banessa and I am 18 years old, I recently graduated high school and have lots of free time in my hands before I start college.
In the meantime I would be thrilled to help anybody in need of a babysitter, I have 4 years in experience in working with newborns and toddlers (I have babysat my 2 nephews since they...
Banessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Banessa was great! I really appreciated having her working for me. She was very kind, respectful and always did what she was asked. I would hire her again."
Chay K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over eight years of experience caring for children of all ages. I love being outside and active. Capable in cleaning, cooking, laundry.
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catherine is amazing!!!! She really is a gem, and you would be lucky to have her! She worked with our family almost one year (before she moved west) and watched my four children, then ages 1, 3, 5, and 7. She was loving and attentive to the children, creative in...
Theresa E.
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
"We were so lucky to find Natalya! For the last couple of weeks, she's been taking an intense care of our 6-months old baby. Our baby absolutely loved being with Natalya, and smiled at her all the time. Natalya is very skilled in childcare and knows how to keep...
Mesut E.
Natasha S.
Tacoma, WA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Caregiver Looking For Babysitting Opportunities
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Natasha, but I go by Tasha. I have been working directly with children for the last 14 years, from newborns to 16-year-old's. I have been a nanny twice, for multiple years each time; worked in residential care; and am currently a full time professional mentor with a case load of 8 youth, 11-16. I also have the...
Natasha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tasha is an extraordinary caregiver! Anyone is lucky to have her as their nanny! We cannot say enough great things about her. We wish she could still work for us, but unfortunately we are moving to a different state."
Kavita D.
Brittney K.
Tacoma, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
20+ Years Experience > I Was A Private School Teacher As Well!
4.8
(21)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I Homeschool 3 of my 4 kids. Former Private School Kindergarten teacher, I took about 3 years off from teaching and providing childcare services to get my EMT and pursue a career in Firefighting. I have been working with kids for over 20 years including running my In Home licensed childcare for 10 years. I worked as a Director...
Brittney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brittney has taken great care of my infant on several occasions! She is energetic, fun, and caring. She quickly responded to my messages, and reassured me that my daughter was OK through texts and pics! We will certainly request Brittney's assistance in the future....
Amanda S.
4.9
(15)
Hired by 23 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I worked with children for almost 15 years from babysitting - nanny - daycare worker. My interests are cooking/baking, reading, going to parks and events around. I am vaccinated and I prefer to work only in homes that are vaccinated.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It took me a few days to write this review because I am still trying to find the right words to express my gratitude. Maria is an angel, truly godsend. I hired Maria to help hotel-sit my 4 year old and she was phenomenal with him. She arrived earlier than the...
Sylvia C.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 11 years of experience in K-12 education and 5+ years experience in preschool along with 3+ years of volunteer infant care. I am a National Board Certified Teacher, have been trained in many different teaching techniques. I have experience in literacy education and technology education. I believe in building strong...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer was wonderful. She was an extra set of hands at our daughter's wedding. She gave the parents a break so they could partake in the festivities. "
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Amarii S.
Tacoma, WA
$22-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
Trustworthy, Nurturing, & Creative Nanny Available Immediately!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
My name is Amarii, and I love working with kids! Personally, I have 5 years of child care experience ( 4yrs. in a daycare and 1 yr as a nanny/babysitter ) taking care of infants up to school age kids. (ages newborns - 12 yrs old) . As a nanny/babysitter, I try to make it fun, positive, and interactive for the kids....
Amarii can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Amarii is very dependable, punctual. She is very nurturing and kind. Positive attitude. Plays one on one with the children. Gets down to their level. She is very attentive. Is a team player in a working group setting. Cleans and sanitizes toys. Sweeps. Keeps space...
Andrea L.
Alicia M.
Tacoma, WA
$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was a stay-at-home mom for 12 of the last 23 years. While I was available for my children, I babysat nieces and nephews .
In September 2022, I started subbing at area daycare centers through The Imagine Institute. I was hired in February 2023 for my most recent role as a lead teacher in a toddler room. I left that job after...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alicia has watched my kids from new born to present ( when needed) .I have 3 of them and they all have always gone to her . I would hire her back in a heartbeat. She loves to help anyone and she absolutely loves kids ! She is also dependable"
Crystal M.
5.0
(1)
I love dogs and they usually love me right back. I was a pet sitter for about 6 months for a neighbor until she got her dog door installed.
My husband and I have fostered family members' dogs when they needed someone to take the dogs in for short- or long-term care.
We currently have two family dogs of our own and are...
Alicia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA
Madelyn S.
5.0
Madelyn provided summer care for our children ages 3 and 6. She was always on time and was flexible when we needed to adjust time with her. She communicated really and in advance about any schedule updates on her end. She prioritized safety with our children and always let me know where they were...
- Caroline V.
Alyssa B.
5.0
Alyssa watched our baby boy when he was about 9 months old to 14 months old. Would highly recommend- she was on time, followed our schedule, good communication, and our boy was always happy when we left and came home!
- Haley P.
Priscila M.
5.0
I don't know where to start, except to say that Priscila is one of the most amazing and special people and we as a family are so thankful to have found her! She started with us when my twins were just 6 weeks old, while I was still at home during my maternity leave. Priscila is reliable and...
- Zachery B.
Jessie Denise S.
5.0
Jessie was fantastic for the time we had my Son visiting for the summer. She was never late and had no problem with the finer aspects of taking care of a younger son. If you need a referral for Jessie I would be happy to give it because we would hire her again in a heartbeat!
Jessie is an...
- Justin A.
Clover G.
5.0
Clover is very personable and thoughtful. I loved working with her!
- Chandler R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Tacoma, WA:
How can I find a Tacoma babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Tacoma, 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 530 babysitters in Tacoma, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Tacoma, WA?
The average rate for Tacoma, WA babysitters on Care.com is $18.75 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 Tacoma, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 294 reviews of the 530 listed babysitters.