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1,297 babysitters are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Austin, TX
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a reliable, patient, fun, and caring person. I have 5+ years of experience babysitting and also as a Nanny live-in. I have extensive experience with newborn babies to teenagers. I can help with meal/preparation and support with homework, pick-ups, and drop-offs.
I'm a fantastic sitter who loves doing outdoor activities...
Genesis can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have been fortunate to have Genesis caring for my 16 month old daughter regularly for the past month. Genesis is excellent! She engaged my daughter in activities, talked with her, played with her, and took her outside to walk and go to the playground. Genesis was...
Kathy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have past experience babysitting children ages 0-12 at night and for extended periods of time during the day. I have taken care of newborns as part of my nannying/babysitting experience and I am very comfortable with babies as well as toddlers and older children. I interact well with children of all ages and I am able to...
Brynn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brynn was amazing with our daughters... she was punctual and was just what we were hoping for in terms of keeping our girls happy. We wouldn't hesitate to use her again! "
Shauna C.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I really enjoy working with kids, it is something that has always been a big part of my life!
I have worked with all ages of kids from the time I was in junior high helping my church with day care, to high school being a youth group leader and on through college. During college I nannied 2 boys 7 and 9 for about 3 years and...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranda is amazing, sweet and very reliable. I would 1000% recommend her for your babysitting needs! My daughter had such a wonderful time with her new friend :)"
Kayla H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a full time Pediatric ICU nurse here in Austin and am looking for something on the side. Due to my hospital schedule I unfortunately can't commit to the same recurring days every week however, I do have my schedule 6 weeks in advance and am flexible with my time off from the hospital! I am PALS, ACLS, BLS certified.
Mckenna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"McKenna was so great with our 4 month old baby. She seemed so excited to see her each time and left us at ease whenever she watched her. So kind and bubbly and jumped in right away which meant I didn't have to give a ton of direction which I really appreciated....
Bea B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Rachel!
It's lovely to e-meet you & I am excited to be here! Currently, I'm an event planner, but before this life I spent 2021 nannying for a 3-month and 3yr old. I actually still babysit for them occasionally as well!
I am looking for a part-time or full time position to start February 2025. As I am looking...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We miss her so much! She cared for my baby and my coworker's toddler as we navigated remote work with our agency, and as I navigated working period, after returning from maternity leave. She did lots of activities with them, was dependable, very helpful around the...
Barbra G.
Akilah B.
Austin, TX
$27-33/hr • 9 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver - Available For Some Weekdays And Weekend Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Akilah, a 24-year-old student pursuing my BSN. With over nine years of childcare experience, caring for children has always felt natural to me. Coming from a large family with older parents and siblings, I began by assisting with baby cousins and nephews, and later expanded to babysitting for church members....
Akilah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Akilah is a fantastic Babysitter! She started babysitting our son when he was just 3 months old. She is so friendly and punctual. She is a great communicator! I highly recommend her!"
Stephen M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years babysitting experience, with children of all ages. I nannied all throughout high school, undergrad and grad school and have clinical experience working with children with autism, as well psychological and high support needs.
My style: I love to have fun with the children, be active, and play games on their...
Antonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Antonia nannied for us from January- March until my mom retired full time and began watching the kids. On day 1 the children instantly fell in love with her! My son was so excited every day that she walked through the door! She would come up with all sorts of fun...
Rachel B.
5.0
(1)
Need an extra set of hands? I'm here to help! I am a senior in college majoring in Psychology with many years of experience babysitting and tutoring, and I am available weeknights and weekends for your babysitting or tutoring needs. I have tutored elementary and middle school kids in a variety subject areas, and I also have...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! My name is Kayla , and I'm 19 years old. I go to UT Austin and am studying Education. I'm looking for a part time jobs and I also do 1-time sits :)
Working with kids is my passion! I've babysat since I was in middle school and have cared for all ages of kids. I worked as an infant and toddler swim coach, I worked at the...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is the sweetest girl you will meet. She always goes above and beyond for the kiddos she takes care of and will do it with a smile. She has lots of hands on experience when it comes to taking care of kids and wants to pursue a career in child care. Hire her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katie; I teach 5th grade, however I have experience with all ages (I was a preschool teacher and a nanny prior to teaching elementary). I love being active outside, playing board games, watching movies, trying new restaurants, and reading.
I am currently looking for one-time or reoccurring babysitting...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We have now used Katie multiple times as a sitter for our ~1 year old kiddo and we could not be more pleased and appreciative of having her available!
Katie was the first sitter we had ever hired from a 3rd party website (e.g. care.com) so naturally we weren't...
Aaron M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I work am looking for occasional babysitting and dog sitting gigs around Austin area. I have ample experience with kids of all ages. I am 28 years old and have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I am well-versed with newborn up to age 18 and was also a summer camp counselor for five years, as well as a live-in...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nina is awesome. She was the first babysitter we chose to watch our newborn girl and she made us feel comfortable leaving her. Nina is sweet, reliable, communicative and knowledgeable. Have and will hire Nina again! "
Care member
4.3
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
68 yr old retired teacher is available to care for your children. I love caring for newborns on up to teens. I taught full time junior high and substitute taught from preschool to high school. I also worked for a child care service in Palm Springs, CA for 20 years. I previously worked two Sunday mornings a month at my church...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Kathleen is fantastic. She has helped our family for months, starting when our littlest was ~6 months old. She has helped overnight for us multiple times and I can't say enough good things."
Meg B.
5.0
(1)
Hey! My name is Elisabeth (I go by Annie), and I have been a nanny for the last 10 years now.
I have worked with all ages, and I am CPR certified- I have my own car, and I am always happy to help with errands throughout the week, if ever needed! I am looking for a long term family to work with, I always consider the children I...
Elisabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Annie is the sweetest nanny ever. She is attentive, and creative at finding things for the children to do! She goes above and beyond as well as being punctual and flexible with our time. She always makes sure the kids needs are met as well as doing everything you...
Amana Q.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
40 something empty nester, raised my 3 children to be successful and compassionate adults and would love to help watch yours! I love children of all ages
CPR and first aid certified
I have a day job, so am available for evenings and weekends
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erica was very kind and I would definitely hire her again. She really cared about my son and played with him a lot."
Nicholas L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Elementary teacher, grandmother and responsible care giver with more than 35 years of experience working with children in different stages of education. 5 years caring for one family in Austin and 2 for another. The kids are now grown, and I am looking forward to working with other families.
Native Spanish speaker, looking for...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ana is so sweet and caring! She was very engaging with my infant son and does a wonderful job interacting with children. She was always on time and very professional. She also did a lot of housework for us during naps which was extremely helpful!"
Jessica W.
Natasha B.
Austin, TX
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have a passion for the outdoors as well as learning and reading. With 13 years of child care experience including working as a teacher's assistant at local Montessori schools, I have completed early childhood development credentials. I am comfortable around pets and taking care of any light housekeeping and meal prep. Please...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Natasha was was great with my child."
Eric L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents,
I am a physician from Colombia. I'm in the United States because I want to pursue my medical specialization in Neurosurgery here. I'm currently studying to get into a residency program. I am looking for a temporary job while I finish the process to validate my medical license here.
I have 2 years of experience...
Maria can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria was an amazing babysitter for our trip to Austin. She was so great with our 10 month old and was available all days I needed her. She swam with him in our pool, played, cleaned up after herself and was overall a great babysitter! Excellent communication /...
Caroline H.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
29-year-old experienced nanny ready to help you care for your sweet kiddos and/or pets. CPR/First Aid Certified. 8 years experience in childcare as a nanny and elementary school teacher. Texas A&M University graduate. Non-smoker.
Can change diapers, sing lullabies, prepare formula, tidy up, cook meals, help clean, take kids to...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Katie is full of life. She is respectful, intelligent, communicative, intuitive, and fun. Katie maintains an excellent balance of structure and creativity. She's attentive to those she's caring for, an interactive and present care-giver. She has a strong knowledge...
Shelby H.
Jennifer J.
Austin, TX
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish/English Speaking Nanny W/ Background Check Seeks PT Off The Books Work
4.9
(17)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jen. I have decades of childcare experience I need to state this up front to avoid future misunderstandings: I work strictly off the books for reasons involving some benefits I receive. In my youth, I was a nanny. I also worked at a Montessori school and in my later years, I did a lot of part-time babysitting. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer took care of our 4 month old during the day while we worked from home, for a few weeks. She was easy to communicate with and punctual at the house. Jennifer had such a great attitude and loving nature with our little one. Her playful nature with our son...
Stephanie V.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I have 6 years experience cleaning houses and babysitting. I also do errands, grocery shopping. I iron clothes daily. I also pick up children from school and take them to their activities. Sometimes I babysit at night or weekends. I possess very good references. I am punctual and honest. I am responsibly and professionally...
Tania can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"It was our first time leaving our 14 month old son with a babysitter. Right upon meeting Tania I felt relieved because she has such a warm and loving personality. She even brought a toy for him, and he took to her instantly. She followed all our instructions and...
Mackenzie F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Genesis D.
5.0
Genesis was great with our one year old daughter. We were in need of help and she exceeded our expectations. We will absolutely use her again. She was caring, professional, and a joy to work with.
- Joe H.
Brynn F.
5.0
Brynn was amazing with our daughters... she was punctual and was just what we were hoping for in terms of keeping our girls happy. We wouldn't hesitate to use her again!
- Shauna C.
Miranda M.
5.0
Miranda was great with our girls. She was on time, kept the girls engaged all day, and handled a 4 year old's tantrum like a pro. If you are in need I would recommend Miranda.
- Jacob H.
Mckenna O.
5.0
McKenna was so great with our 4 month old baby. She seemed so excited to see her each time and left us at ease whenever she watched her. So kind and bubbly and jumped in right away which meant I didn't have to give a ton of direction which I really appreciated. 10/10 would hire her again!
- Bea B.
Rachel S.
5.0
We miss her so much! She cared for my baby and my coworker's toddler as we navigated remote work with our agency, and as I navigated working period, after returning from maternity leave. She did lots of activities with them, was dependable, very helpful around the house, and was comfortable with the...
- Barbra G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Austin, TX:
How can I find a Austin babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Austin, TX 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 1,297 babysitters in Austin, TX on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Austin, TX?
The average rate for Austin, TX babysitters on Care.com is $20.76 per hour as of March 2025. 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 Austin, TX?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Austin, TX through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Austin, TX babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Austin, TX are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 910 reviews of the 1,297 listed babysitters.