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60 weekend nannies are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby weekend nannies is 6 years
Weekend nannies in Tacoma, WA
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & 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 2 families in your neighborhood
Mom of 2 that has over 6 Years of Nanny experience ranging in ages 12 weeks- 12 years.
Looking for week nights and/or weekend hours.
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I knew I had made the right choice in selecting Alexandra as my nanny when I called to check her references and the first person I spoke with summarized her skills this way: "A-MA-ZING!" And she has lived up to that description. She is perfectly reliable,...
Karma L.
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
I am an elementary education student, who has experience with both working as a nanny and in a daycare. I am CPR and first aid certified, I also have my own car(a 2021 Subaru forester) and am available all day every weekday and some weekends.
Anne can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lada J.
Tacoma, WA
$22-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi!
I am a weekend nanny available anytime, I bring fun and educational activities, and a caring, reliable presence for your little ones! I also have all of my certifications, with 3 years of working in a daycare under my belt!
Lada can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Mary E.
Tacoma, WA
$33/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a physical therapy student looking for a job for the weekends. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages. I have babysat for ages 1-13 and have two years of experience as a nanny for a child starting when he was 3 months old.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(22)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Did your nanny call out sick or needs a day off? Do you need a reliable date night and weekend sitter? Have a newborn and need overnight postpartum doula care? Have school age children that need an adventure day outside? Hi! That's me! I provide emergency, short term and occasional coverage to many families, not just in...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I do not know where to start... my first time using Care.com and Melissa was my hire. When interviewing her, everything felt right. My daughter wouldn't leave her alone so that was another confirmation that she was for me. Definitely would hire again. She is...
Alicia S.
Kiera P.
Tacoma, WA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! Kiera here, I want to help you!
My childcare background:
I knew from an early age that my passion was and will always be children. The new, bright, open minded generations. It first started with watching my infant nephew at 12 during the daytime and overnight occasionally. As a teen I was a full time nanny for 3 kiddos,...
Kiera can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Ashley and I would love to be a help to your family. I graduated from LSU with a Bachelors of Science in Child and Family Studies. I have nannied/babysat for over 13 years. I have worked with children of all ages and developmental needs. I work as a para educator during the week but have evening/weekend availability...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Sue K.
Tacoma, WA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I have been working with children for most of my life, in one way or another, although my education and first jobs were as a surgical scrub nurse. While I enjoyed the medical field, I was always happiest when I was around kids. After the birth of my daughter 30 years ago, I decided to devote myself to working with children...
Sue can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Molly and I currently work full time for a Women and Children's Shelter, but am looking to pick up a few hours helping with child care, house/pet sitting, lighthouse cleaning/laundry, elderly care etc. I am a licensed CNA with certifications such as CPR/First Aid, etc.
I have worked with children from a very young...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Alexa W.
Tacoma, WA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I currently work full time for the most amazing family & am looking to do a little extra date night/daytime sitting on weekends preferably but am open to weeknights as well!
A little about me, I am a former college athlete, an avid reader, am very handy in the kitchen (ask about my banana bread), I love to travel and have...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello my name is Ariel. I am a prospective childcare provider look to help families with their childcare needs which includes after school care or weekend care. I have experience with children of all ages. I use to work with children of ages between 4 year- 13 years as a site director which I created activities for the children...
Ariel can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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...
Monica S.
Erikka R.
Tacoma, WA
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a 20-year-old female passionate about childcare. I have dedicated my time to preparing myself for a career in childcare. In middle school, I was a peer tutor assigned to the special needs class. It was an educating and enjoyable experience. In high school, I furthered my education with early childhood development classes....
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am currently a full-time nursing student. Because I am in school full-time, I am looking for hours from 5AM-7:45 a.m. and 5PM-10 p.m. M-F. I am also entirely free on weekends. I have experience with nannying children ages from 2 months - 6 years old.
I go to classes remotely, if you are flexible with me also working in...
Floraleann can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hey guys! My name is Bailey, and looking to find occasional nanny jobs, this includes date nights, random days during the week etc. I have 10 years of nanny/childcare experience. I'm 26, currently in the works with getting my prerequisites for nursing. I'm located in puyallup & can travel to you. I'm in online school so can't...
Bailey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"MUST HIRE BAILEY! She is a wonderful babysitter for my 3 kids (age 7, 6, and 2). She’s so kind, has lots of energy, and my kids just love her! She plays games, cleans up, and does bedtime routine like a champ. "
Care member
3.5
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Jessa!
I absolutely love children and have been nannying for about six years now. I have nannied for multiple families and am well experienced! I am able to prepare meals, light housekeeping and keep the kids entertained! I come from a big family so growing up I was always the family nanny. Not only do I...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
I have experience with children of all ages from infants thru elementary school age and have worked with kids in many settings from being an assistant at an in-home daycare, nannying, volunteering in the nursery and Sunday School at church, as well as being paid to provide child care during special events, and volunteering at...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Reliable, flexible & so great with our toddler! "
Paulette B.
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Recent weekend nanny reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA
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.
Alexandra Z.
5.0
Alexandra has worked for us intermittently since June 2012. Our 4.5 year old son LOVES her and so do we. She is professional, reliable, energetic and does an excellent job engaging our son in activities. She also is skilled at identifying when he needs space and time alone. Additionally, she...
- Rachel G.
Aubreyanna P.
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
Melissa B.
5.0
We hired Melissa for consistent but variable day-time sitting when I was just starting back to work and had a varying schedule. If you have the opportunity to work with Melissa, jump on it! She is an absolute treasure. She provided loving, supportive care not only to our three kiddos but to our two...
- Elizabeth F.
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.
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FAQs for finding a weekend nanny near you in Tacoma, WA
Where can I find a weekend nanny near me in Tacoma, WA?
To find a weekend nanny near you in Tacoma, WA, you can search through 17 weekend nanny profiles to learn more about their hourly rates and to check out reviews from families who worked with them in the past.
How much does it cost to hire a weekend nanny near me in Tacoma, WA?
How much it costs to hire a weekend nanny near you in Tacoma, WA depends on a few factors. To start, it will cost much more to hire a nanny for a whole weekend than to hire one for a few hours, so it can be helpful to plan your budget around how much care you need for a weekend—especially if you want them to spend the night. Rates can vary due to factors like their years of experience and where you live, but typically weekend nanny rates near you are $19.65 per hour.
What questions should I ask in an interview when looking for a weekend nanny near me in Tacoma, WA?
To start, it can help to ask a potential weekend nanny, when interviewing candidates near you in Tacoma, WA, about their availability to make sure they can work the hours you need. Then, it’s a good idea to ask about their experience and how they would handle certain situations—such as resolving a fight between siblings. It can also be a good idea to ask them if they have any references you can contact.
What types of responsibilities do weekend nannies near me in Tacoma, WA take on?
When you hire a nanny on weekends, you can ask them to tackle a variety of different responsibilities. Alongside taking care of your children, they may be willing to help with cooking or light housework (like doing the kids’ laundry). Asking what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on is another great topic to bring up in an interview. You can review 17 profiles for weekend nanny near you in Tacoma, WA to get an idea of what responsibilities they tend to handle.
How can I safely hire a weekend nanny near me in Tacoma, WA?
All weekend nannies near you in Tacoma, WA found on Care.com are asked to complete a CareCheck, which is an annual background check. Their profile will have a badge on it that states if they completed this background check and when they completed it. However, we strongly advise you take your own steps to safely hire a weekend nanny, such as doing your own independent background check and requesting references from other families they worked with.
Ratings for Tacoma, WA weekend nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Weekend Nannies in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews of the 60 listed weekend nannies.