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Find after school babysitters in Bellingham, WA that you’ll love
113 after school babysitters are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Bellingham, WA
I have worked with children in many kinds of environment. My most recent position was a teacher's assistant at a local non-profits summer program where I worked with children ages 6-8. I have also worked as an assistant instructor in martial arts for elementary school children. Growing up, I always took care of my little cousins...
Natalia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm a future teacher with 10 years of childcare experience. I'm a lover of the outdoors and also very creative, I love to engage kids with art, dance, and music. I'm currently looking for part time work as I finish my last quarter of college and I'm available weekends too!
3.7
(3)
Hello I'm Rickia, and I have been a childcare provider for 9 years! I've been a babysitter for 6 years, and a professional nanny for 3 years. I'm CPR and AED certified. I've been a nanny for over 150 families. I have experience nannying children 2 weeks old up to 13 years old. I used to play college basketball so I love active...
Rickia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rickia did a great job with our Son!
She worked with us from February 2023- the end of June 2023 before heading back to school. We really enjoyed our experience with her as a nanny."
Care member
Hello everyone I'm Dakota! I have been babysitting since my freshman year of high school and have a sister who is 12 years younger than me, so I have a fair share of experience with younger children of all ages. I am a very sporty, outdoorsy person and I love anything craft-related, whether that be drawing, writing, painting,...
Dakota can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Heidi K.
Bellingham, WA
$20/hr • 15 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider And Educator, Dedicated To Promoting Creativity And Curiosity.
As a dedicated childcare provider with over 15 years of experience, including a master's degree in Education, a background teaching Pre-K -5th grade, and experience babysitting for dozens of families, my greatest passion is nurturing children's growth and development while providing a safe and caring environment.
I believe in...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Samantha C.
Bellingham, WA
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with five years of experience, I find great joy in positively impacting children's lives. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which ignited my desire to provide reliable and nurturing care to families.
My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jolie S.
Bellingham, WA
$21-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!! I just moved to Bellingham and miss having children in my life. I have years of experience with children including teaching, mentoring, volunteering, and nannying. I would love to meet your family and see if it's a good fit. Best, Jolie
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm marina! I have been a nanny for many years now:) I just recently graduated from Western Washington University with a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders in hopes to become a Speech Language Pathologist! I am looking for nanny jobs in the Seattle area as I will be moving down from Bellingham in September of...
Marina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Marina babysat for my two children for several months. She was dependable and sweet. I felt comfortable leaving my children in her hands. They always told me about the games they played with Marina and loved their time with her."
Kayla A.
Brianna G.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Brianna, and I'm here because I'd like to be able to make some more money to support myself while doing something I enjoy - meeting new people! While it can be tough and aggravating, babysitting can also be rewarding and a humbling learning experience. I'm dependable, honest, and hard-working - I'll do my best to find...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Brianna is smart and was very attentive to my three young children. They loved her singing, positive attitude and using their imaginations. She follows directions and my kids are always excited when she is coming to see them. "
Care member
I have 1 year of experience watching a 3-month-old till she was about 1 and a half, the other kids I watched with her were 7 and 10-year-old boys. I can help with Light Housekeeping or heavy, I love cleaning! I can also help with laundry, homework and make food. I love to be outdoors and making art with kids. A little bit about...
Misty can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
I love being able to talk with and help little humans work through their big feelings (using gentle/respectful parenting techniques). Generally, I aim for little to no screen time, get outside as much as possible, and really just make learning fun at every given opportunity. Although I have the most experience in the realm of...
Jaden can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was born and raised in Grand Haven, MI. I'm active, very comfortable around water and love the outdoors, crafts, and reading. My partner is a Wildland Firefighter, currently in nursing school which is what brought us to Bellingham.
With 3 sisters and 32 first cousins, I've been caring for children since I was one. I started...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Dana, I have over 30+ years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I focus on creative play, inside and outside your home. We can go on walks, play in the park, or go to the library. Indoors I like to keep children busy with art, games, music, and make believe. I am certified as a home...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana has been a wonderful help to our family. She has been caring for my five-year-old son in the afternoons after half-day preschool since November 2018, and she also occasionally cares for my seven-year-old daughter. Together, they play games, draw pictures, do...
Lana M.
I love working with kids of any age, I have babysat neighborhood kids all throughout my life, as well as taking care of my little cousins every weekend. I am available for picking up and dropping off your kids from school, afterschool care, and babysitting around my school schedule. I have my own car and can provide proof of...
Kenna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Ashley L.
Bellingham, WA
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun-loving And Energetic College Student Looking For Meaningful Part-time Work
I have a few years of experience as well as a lifetime of practice from a huge family. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am comfortable driving places and have a clean driving record. I have experience taking care of special needs children.
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Ashley W.
Bellingham, WA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Ashley and I am a 31-year-old wife and mama to 5 and 1-year-old daughters. I am currently back in school for my ECE degree. I love hiking outdoors, arts, gardening and crafts and cooking! I have been babysitting for over a decade and have volunteered at summer camps, church nurseries and VBS, worked as a pre-k...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping and petcare. I have experience with infants, toddlers, preschool, school age and special needs children. I have been a preschool teacher and ran summer programs. I have nannied for large families and small ones and have experience as a travel nanny as well. I'm...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Ellen B.
Bellingham, WA
$24/hr • 5 yrs exp
Twenty-seven Year Old Bellingham Transplant Caretaker With Experience In Childcare And Creative Arts
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe myself as enthusiastic, eager to learn, and optimistic.
I like working with kids because their questions inspire me. Spending time with kids reminds me to experience life with a sense of wonder and brings me joyous opportunities to be a supportive adult in pivotal times of development.
I'm looking for a job that...
Ellen can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sydney M.
Bellingham, WA
$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking Forward To Finding A New Family That I Can Work With!
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom to an almost 5-month-old, and looking to bring my daughter with me to a nanny job when I find a great fit. Looking for a family with a child/ children between the ages of 2-5 years of age.
I'm looking for a job that I can feel good about, where I feel like part of the family and that I'm trusted.
I started working...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Sydney for cleaning services. I'm very much pregnant and was overwhelmed where to start! Well Sydney helped out with starting points and worked on my bathroom, kitchen, fridge and living room. It feels like a relief to have things cleaned before the baby...
Marilyn E.
Hello! I'm Jenny, a recent graduate from Western Washington University with a bachelor's in human services and I am pursuing my master's in education at WWU. I've worked with kids of all ages, and my passion for mentoring and teaching children extends beyond the classroom. I've worked with kids in various settings, such as in...
Jenny can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Bellingham, WA
Rickia C.
5.0
Rickia has been a great babysitter for our kids and made sure that they were having fun. She is full of wonderful ideas of activities to do with the little ones that they enjoyed. Rickia has also been reliable and easy to communicate with.
- Faisal N.
Marina S.
5.0
Marina babysat for my two children for several months. She was dependable and sweet. I felt comfortable leaving my children in her hands. They always told me about the games they played with Marina and loved their time with her.
- Kayla A.
Brianna G.
5.0
Brianna was beyond amazing with my three boys and our three Huskies! My boys often can't resist teasing each other and getting into brotherly roughhousing (ok, fights), but Brianna manages the situation really wonderfully - she's very funny, kind and creative and the boys absolutely love her!
- Care member
Dana W.
5.0
Dana has been a wonderful help to our family. She has been caring for my five-year-old son in the afternoons after half-day preschool since November 2018, and she also occasionally cares for my seven-year-old daughter. Together, they play games, draw pictures, do puzzles, read stories, and go on...
- Lana M.
Sydney M.
5.0
I hired Sydney off Care.com to watch my then 14 month old son for a day while I worked and his daycare was shut down for Covid. Syd was on time even in the snowstorm. She has since helped me with various projects around the house, she cleans my house twice a month and continues to help out with the...
- Isabel H.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Bellingham, WA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Bellingham, WA?
You can review 113 after school babysitter profiles near you in Bellingham, WA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Bellingham, WA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Bellingham, WA is $19.73. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Bellingham, WA?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Bellingham, WA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Bellingham, WA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Bellingham, WA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Bellingham, WA?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Bellingham, WA.
Ratings for Bellingham, WA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
After School Babysitters in Bellingham, WA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 113 listed after school babysitters.