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106 after school babysitters are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 5 years
After school babysitters in Tacoma, WA
Hey im Sierra!! An oldest daughter of 10 littles and a preschool teacher in the works!! I have been professionally babysitting & nannying for years and have watched all types of personalities and ages. Im currently in school for childhood education as mentioned, and strive to give kids a HANDS ON childhood. I thrive for...
Siera can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
At a young age, my family and family friends always asked my to help caring for their children. Ages ranging from newborn to 12-13 years old. Days consisted of early mornings, late evenings, getting ready for school, transporting, daily adventures and fun activities, chores, cook/prepare food, bed time routines, and overnight...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Daniel F.
Tacoma, WA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a passionate childcare provider with two years of experience. My enthusiasm for nurturing children's growth and development, coupled with my desire to positively impact their lives, led me to this rewarding career. With my patient and calm nature, I ensure a safe and nurturing environment where children thrive.
Imaginative...
Jennifer S.
Tacoma, WA
$30-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jennifer, and I absolutely love children! With kids, I love doing crafts, reading, getting outside, singing and dancing, and simply letting kids play. I am passionate about child-led learning and discovery and minimizing screen time. I let children get messy, explore, and have fun, and I always stay engaged and...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Riley M.
Tacoma, WA
$19-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about child development and have four years of experience providing reliable childcare. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly caregiver who is comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day.
I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games with...
Antonio D.
Tacoma, WA
$30-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a warm and nurturing childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and learn. With over a year of experience caring for children of all ages, I'm skilled at creating a safe, fun, and educational environment where children can thrive. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I have a knack for connecting with...
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.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Rachel, and I'm excited to work (and play) with children once again! I am currently in grad school for Elementary Education, and am fortunate to be working with some lovely families part-time. If you're interested in a part-time or occasional sitter, read on.
I have a long and treasured history in childcare, from...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Taylor, and I recently transitioned from three years at Holden Village in the northern Cascades. Before that, I worked as a summer camp director in South Dakota.
I've moved to Tacoma and am excited to connect with a family in need of childcare. Building meaningful relationships with kids is at the heart of...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Taylor has worked for me for several years at a summer youth camp. She is an exceptionally reliable, caring, and enjoyable young woman, with a fun and engaging personality. My kids 2 and 4 gravitated towards her, even among a staff of 50. She is great!"
Andy S.
Gabrielle T.
Tacoma, WA
$39/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, thoughtful.
I like working with kids because they teach me how to be more present and have fun in life.
I'm looking for a job that works well for the me and more importantly the child and their family.
I started working with kids when I was in highschool.
In my spare time, I like to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amy G.
Tacoma, WA
$19-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as energetic, optimistic, and creative
I like working with kids because they teach me new things. Every child is unique and brings their own challenges. Not only does it challenge me, but it build my problem solving skills, and the outcome is always satisfying knowing you were able to help.
I'm...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Macy W.
Tacoma, WA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey Everyone! I'm Macy, I am originally from England but have lived here for 10 years now! I am moving to Washington for the summer and would love to help out some families in any way I can. Ever since I could have a job I've tried to work with kids! I was a lifeguard and taught swim lesson (know a lot. of prevention skills, CPR...
Macy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Leann :) I am the oldest out of 3 siblings, and I've been babysitting said siblings since I was around 13 years old. In addition, as the oldest I have been tasked many times with cleaning, cooking, homework help, and all of the things that come with these. As I have done these things for so long, part of my...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am a 24-year-old Tacoma based babysitter. I have cared for children ranging in age from 8 months old to 11 years old. Hopefully I can be the right fit for your family!
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Najat J.
Tacoma, WA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a dedicated person very passionate when it comes to what I do, with a great experience caring for kids especially new born ones, I speak more than one language, I worked in a daycare little over a year, and as a certified nurse assistant too for couple of years , plus great experience caring for my own kids and...
Najat can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"i was looking for a sitter while i studied to watch my 8 month old baby. i just hired Najat recently and she has been truly awesome. she engages with my daughter the whole time and she genuinely seems to like interacting with babies. she is very professional and...
Cathy L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have experience watching kids at all ages. I have worked as a lifeguard at a childcare program and am certified in first aid and CPR. I also can play multiple instruments and love doing arts and crafts. Cooking is one of my favorite things to do so I am able to help with that...
Melanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Mirian, a second year occupational therapy graduate student at UPS. I enjoy working with kids and I am seeking for nannying opportunities for this upcoming semester. I'm reliable, responsible, and have a clean driving record. I typically work in 3-hour blocks and I am flexible with different schedules. If you have...
Mirian can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is AMAZING! Anyone who hires her will not regret it. She is so kind and dependable."
Dawntae K.
I am a 48-year-old female of two children ages 14 and 22. I am the oldest of 3 siblings which now have their own children that I interact with 2 2-year-olds, 1 5-year-old, 1 1-year-old and 1 3-year-old. I have ample amount of experience with children of all ages. I supported disabled adults in their homes for seven years. I...
Joanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Hi my name is Emily and I will be attending University of Puget Sound in the fall. I was a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old the summer of 2016 and I continued part-time during the school year. I have a lot of experience babysitting younger kids from ages 1-12 yrs old. I am 18 years old and I am able to drive kids around if...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for taking time to check out my profile.
My name is Brooke, and as cliche as it sounds, I am truly passionate about children and have been for as long as I can remember. I love coming alongside them to discover their interests, creativity, and watching them grow as they learn about the world around them. With...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA
Amarii S.
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 clean. Amarii works well with all...
- Andrea L.
Taylor W.
5.0
Taylor is absolutely phenomenal. She has been a nanny for my three children and they completely adore her. She is creative, caring and responsible. She brings a wonderful positive energy into the home. We have loved having her care for our children - any family would be lucky to have her in their...
- Jennifer H.
Najat J.
5.0
Najat helped take care of my three month old baby. She truly loves her job and interacted with the baby genuinely.
- Flora W.
Mirian B.
5.0
She is AMAZING! Anyone who hires her will not regret it. She is so kind and dependable.
- Dawntae K.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Tacoma, WA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Tacoma, WA?
You can review 105 after school babysitter profiles near you in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Tacoma, WA is $18.80. 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 Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Tacoma, WA?
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Ratings for Tacoma, WA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 66 reviews of the 106 listed after school babysitters.