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1,303 babysitters are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Austin, TX
Nevaeh B.
Austin, TX
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(12)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nevaeh, I'm originally from california but moved here with family a few years back. I graduated high school 2021 in Round rock. I spend most of my time with my family or finding new restaurants in austin to try. I've been babysitting since I was 14 (unpaid) for family, but paid since 2019 and have been taking it more...
Nevaeh can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"So grateful for Nevaeh's communication and assistance! We are in Austin for my husband's surgery which is stressful enough without also trying to figure out what to do with 2 kids the whole day! We'll be hiring her again during our stay in Austin for the surgery...
Heather C.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Angelina and I want to help local families and children grow and thrive through compassionate and enriching care giving and education. I've been caring for and instructing children of all ages for 15+ years. I worked and volunteered with multiple organizations geared towards helping children lead successful,...
Angelina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Angelina is absolute amazing! She is hands down one of the most kind loving teachers and caregivers and we just love her!"
Daisha A.
4.7
(14)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Krystal and I'm a mother of 2 girls ages 9, and 6. I'm currently in grad school to become a counselor. I have been a preschool teacher for 13 plus years. I'm currently a youth and family case manager for mental health. I'm CPR/first aid certified. I'm outgoing, punctual and responsible. Please feel free to...
Krystal can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Krystal has been great! She has cared for our toddler during his daycare breaks and has been dependable, communicative and reliable. More importantly, she has been great with our son! He is pretty cautious around strangers and usually hesitant to interact but he...
Sarah H.
4.8
(18)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Over the last decade, I have been privileged to serve as a professional nanny, accumulating extensive expertise in caring for children spanning from newborns to 14-year-olds, including those with special needs and disabilities.
For the past four years, I have dedicated myself to a full-time role with a family blessed with seven...
Jenica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenica has been working for my family as a traveling nanny and a date night sitter for the past year. I wanted to wait to share a review of her until I spent enough time getting to know her, seeing how she cares for and interacts with my son, etc. She has...
Amanda S.
4.9
(18)
Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two, son-34 daughter-32. I raised two foster children. I worked at the YMCA for 5 years with children. I have been and still am a nanny and sitter for several families. I was a CNA in a nursing home for 6 years from there, I went to home care, and I care for a 92-year-old a few days a week. shopping, errands,...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Cathy is my son’s teacher, care taker and best friend! He gets so excited when she is coming and always the right thing to say and do. "
Care member
Katy N.
Austin, TX
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Responsible, Caring, And Fun Woman Looking For A Nice Family Who Needs Help With Their Children
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Katy! I have years of experience taking care of children of all ages, even a few at a time! I'm originally from PA but moved to TX last year for a full time job. I used to be a member of an Eastern European folk dance and music ensemble and love to ride horses. I'm interested in helping out part time, Thursday-Saturday...
Katy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Katy did a great job with my three kids. She took care of their needs, kept them active and engaged and cleaned up with them/after them. She watched the kids regularly over a six month period. My kids are 1, 3 and 5. She stayed one time overnight for two nights and...
Sonya D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is MacKenzie! I graduated May 12, 2018 from The University of North Texas with a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies: Core Subjects EC-6 with ESL. Right out of college, I became a 1st grade teacher at Scott Elementary in Frisco ISD. I taught first grade for two years, and loved every minute of it. I...
Mackenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nicole and I am a former teacher, grades K-3, here in Austin! Besides working with children everyday at the elementary school, I have 14 years of babysitting and caregiving experience. I am an animal lover, especially for dogs! Cooking and cleaning are tasks I enjoy and I am well organized. I am bilingual in...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole worked for me at California Pizza Kitchen. She was always eager to learn and was a great team player!"
Spencer B.
Sophia M.
Austin, TX
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two years of experience as a preschool teacher (infant and toddler), one year as a full time nanny, 3 years with various babysitting gigs, and 4 years counseling and teaching at a youth Shakespeare camp. I play guitar and sing, and I'm familiar with child-led learning, conscious discipline, and baby ASL. I'm caring,...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia cared for D for 9 months starting at his 18 month. Sophia has a gift for using her actor and artistic background in a playful way that is appropriate for a toddler, which benefited our D's language development. We speak another language, so when our son...
Maksym F.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Meghan I am 26 years old and am a Senior Marketing Manager at Horseshoe Bay Resort located 45 minutes outside of Austin ( yes I commute everyday!) I graduated from The Ohio State University with a specialization in marketing. Ive had many roles involving children such as babysitting and giving swimming...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was a lifeguard for four years, CPR infant and adult certified. Very caring loving and patient. When mom and dad have to go out kids get excited because Meghan is coming to play. She is great with dogs and adults as well. The world is a better place because...
Pat F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Alexia & I'm a student at UT Austin. I'm looking for work to save up for the school year. I study chemistry & forensics, specifically analytical chemistry, and I have experience working at an amusement park, retail store, babysitter, and a sandwich shop. I also took psychology courses in high school and college which...
Alexia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"My kids connected with Alexia immediately! She is easy going and thoughtful, and we wouldn't hesitate to call her again."
Jennifer J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Zen ! I've been babysitting for over 5 years, and have a little sister of my own! I'm currently a double major in bilingual education and special education at the University of Texas at Austin with a 3. 9 GPA and graduated Clear Springs High School in 2022 Summa Cum Laude and with Departmental Honors! I'm CPR...
Zen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Super professional and highly recommend!"
Caitlin S.
Temitope O.
Austin, TX
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced and caring babysitter with three years of experience, I enjoy doing activities like puzzles and coloring with kids.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an elementary teacher working in an elementary school.
I can teach students after school in person.
Also I can teach Spanish or German as a second language. Responsible babysitter with 4+ years of experience caring for children during weekends, evenings, and summer and winter breaks. Skilled in creating fun,...
Carolina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Carolina is a sweetheart. She was 10 min early and texted me an update when my child went to sleep for the night. I instantly felt safe and comfortable with her watching my little girl. I will use her again when I’m in Austin. "
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents,
I am Luisiana but you can call me Lusi. I'm 22 years old, bilingual (first language being Spanish).
I started babysitting for a couple families 5 years ago, I have worked with ages starting from 3 months old to 12 years old and also watched 1 special needs child. My last two long term families have been two 5...
Luisiana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great. She was extremely punctual and did exactly what we asked. "
Care member
Talita R.
Austin, TX
$27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents
My name is Talita and I'm 27 years old. I'm currently a nanny full time for a wonderful family, and I'm looking for babysitting opportunities to complement my weekly hours.
- I'm usually free most weekends and after 4:30 during the weekdays.
A little bit about myself: I'm a patient, easygoing and above all a...
Talita can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talita is amazing! Anyone would be lucky to have her in their kids life!!!"
Daniela A.
Legacy K.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Legacy, I am 21 years old living in the round rock area. I have attend Adams State University studying child psychology and now currently transitioning to esthetician school. I'm a fun-loving babysitter, being able to play and act goofy with the kids, yet still have them listen and respect me. I love taking...
Legacy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
"She's very kind, helpful, punctual and my daughter loved her."
Natalia Q.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Jessica and I've been baby-sitting for a little over 3 years in the Austin area. I love spending time with kids and getting to fill our time with fun memories. I'm reliable, prompt and energetic so you can count on me to be timely. I'm up for any additional tasks such as errands or outings alongside creating...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Jessica was a great babysitter! She watched out 1.5 year old so we could go on a date night while in flagstaff. She was friendly, punctual, she updated us throughout the night, and our daughter loved her! We just had a all around good feeling about her. We can't...
Jessica F.
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Kate. I have 10 years of experience watching children ages 2 months & up. My favorite part about working with kids is getting to see the world through their lens and the activities! I love engaging activities (it is part of the reason I am pursuing nannying right now instead of a tech career - haha), and some...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kate is an absolute gem! She was warm, patient, and so engaging with our daughters (ages 3 and 6). They played games, did some crafts, and Kate even read them bedtime stories. Our girls were asking about her the next day. We'll definitely be booking Kate again...
Kyle R.
Jesslyna O.
Austin, TX
$28-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time Care Giver Available Upon Request Beginning In Early To Mid August
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Prospective Parents!
My name is Jesslyna (Jess) and I am seeking a part time position. I have been babysitting and working with children for a whopping 21 years (I am about to be 34). I currently work for Schools of Central Texas as the Senior Program Director for Youth Enrichment. I was previously the Recreation and...
Jesslyna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jesslyna to babysit for our 3 boys while we were vacationing in Austin. She did an excellent job, and the boys loved her! Wish we were closer so that we could hire her regularly!"
Kristina M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Nevaeh B.
5.0
Nevaeh was wonderful! Our son (6) and daughter (10) had a great time and asked to have her back the next time we need a babysitter. Thank you, Nevaeh!
- Care member
Angelina Z.
5.0
Angelina is absolute amazing! She is hands down one of the most kind loving teachers and caregivers and we just love her!
- Daisha A.
Krystal Z.
5.0
She was great. We were super apprehensive as this was our first care.com experience. She set us at ease immediately and our kids want her back !
- Andrew D.
Jenica B.
5.0
Jenica has been working for my family as a traveling nanny and a date night sitter for the past year. I wanted to wait to share a review of her until I spent enough time getting to know her, seeing how she cares for and interacts with my son, etc. She has completely exceeded mine and my husband's...
- Amanda S.
Catherine J.
5.0
Cathy was great with our two year old who was home sick. She engaged with him well and did her best to keep him stimulated even though he was under the weather. I would hire Cathy again.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Austin, TX:
How can I find a Austin babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Austin, TX?
The average rate for Austin, TX babysitters on Care.com is $20.58 per hour as of December 2024. 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 2024, 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 879 reviews of the 1,303 listed babysitters.