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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been babysitting really my whole life, I am the oldest of 2 twin sisters who I have been babysitting for many years along with their friends up to about 8 kids at once. I have experience with kids with disabilities, along with care of 1-year-olds. I love playing games and watching fun movies with the kids, and I love...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Marlena G.
Bellingham, WA
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I've worked as a babysitter for at least 6 years and for the past 3 years have worked in childcare at Columbia Athletic Clubs. My patient demeanor creates a safe and nurturing...
Marlena can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience with babysitting, and over 1 year of experience preschool teaching! I have a love for working with kids, and am hoping to be an elementary school teacher after college. I can't wait to meet you and your little one!
Ella can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello there! I have roughly 5 years of experience babysitting & nannying some amazing boys & girls. I have worked with kids ages 3-11, children on the spectrum, families of 4, & even families with pets!
I am currently attending WWU as a (hopeful) Special Education & Theatre Management double major. With this career path in...
Avery can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I recently became a stay-at-home mom. I left my teaching job after 7 years to stay home with my 9-month-old son. I spent four years teaching 1st grade and three years teaching a 5/6 multiage class. My degree is in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Language Arts. While teaching the 5/6 multiage class, I taught the...
Dakota can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Isabella C.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience working in an early childhood education center watching elementary-aged children in an after-school program and nannying a family for 3 summers. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, tutoring/remote learning, and arts and crafts. I love being creative and active and helping...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Fabienne Z.
Bellingham, WA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello my name is Fabienne, I am 21 years old. I go to Western Washington University and am studying to become an elementary school teacher. This was inspired by babysitting and loving it. I have been babysitting for about 9 years now. I was with a family for 4 years and they recently moved to Denver so I am looking for new...
Fabienne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I like working with kids because I like to be a safe space for them to talk to and be a role model. I also just love how joyful kids are about the world
I started working with kids when I was in high school and I babysat for the families around my neighborhood. Then later I worked at the boys and girls club. Recently this...
Phoebe can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello, my name is Kate and I am a student at Western Washington University looking to make some extra money to help pay for school. I would prefer to do weekends for right now considering I also have an on-campus job. I have 6 plus years of experience working at a day camp the past five summers along with nannying this last...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm 23 and a student at WWU. I've been working with children as a nanny/private tutor since I was 16, and I worked as a swim instructor for children from ages 18-21. I'm comfortable with children of any age, as well as children with special needs. My schedule is currently very open and I'm looking for something consistent,...
Addison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Ada is AMAZING! Friendly, professional, caring and great with our two pups and almost 2 year old.
Ada has babysat, house sat and watched our dogs for a year or so.
We highly recommend Ada and are more than happy to be used as a reference."
Care member
I am a 2020 high school grad who plans on majoring in early childhood education. I love art, nature and children. I have paid experience providing childcare for 2 families over the past 2 years. During this time, I worked after school and weekends to average 12-30 hrs/week. I was responsible for making sure the kids were...
Michaella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Bella A.
Bellingham, WA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a student in the Elementary Education program at WWU and have a passion for being a positive influence in children's lives. I would love to be a regular babysitter for the right family!
I've always had a positive experience in babysitting and knew that I wanted to make a positive impact on children's lives, which ultimately...
Bella can also help with: Light cleaning
Scarlette C.
Bellingham, WA
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I'm so glad that you've stumbled across my account! My name is Scarlette, I'm currently a student at Western and it's my first year in Bellingham! I love kids and have many years of babysitting and nannying experience as well as some summers as a camp counselor under my belt. I'm super creative, outgoing and hardworking!...
Casey T.
Bellingham, WA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Casey and I am a nursing student at Gonzaga University. I have experience in childcare through clinical setting as well as personal settings through babysitting many families. The last four years, I have volunteered as a summer leadership camp counselor where I taught students ages 10-14 leadership skills that...
Casey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maya F.
Bellingham, WA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have years of experience nannying 2+ children, and worked in childcare at the YMCA in high school. I just graduated from Western, am a responsible driver and ex-lifeguard who is big on safety, and would love to help with homework if needed. :)
Maya can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Adelaide S.
Bellingham, WA
$24-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Responsible, Hard Working Sitter With Years Of Experience
I am currently getting a post-baccalaureate degree in Speech Language Pathology and looking for some part time work. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, I am available after 12 p.m. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, I am available after 1:30 p.m.
I have many years of nannying experience in the last decade. I have nannied all...
Adelaide can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kate! I have 6 years of experience in at-home childcare and an additional year of working as a camp counselor for the YMCA. I'm looking forward to working with local families for date nights or temporary positions. I have a bachelors in Psychology, and took a few developmental psych classes as a part of it. I currently...
Kate can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hannah K.
Blaine, WA
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with 6 years of experience and a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to create a safe and stimulating environment for young minds to thrive. My approach to communication with parents is tailored to their preferences,...
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Ferndale, WA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Ferndale, WA?
You can review 3 after school babysitter profiles near you in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, WA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Ferndale, WA is $17.67. 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 Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, WA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, WA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale, WA.