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1,334 babysitters are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Austin, TX
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
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
5.0
(10)
Hired by 44 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kaylla. I Have 10 years of experience with ages 0 and up. Extensive knowledge in health and first aid, as well as working with autistic children.
My skills and abilities include; Art, Music, Communication, CPR, Decision-making, Problem solving, Interpersonal Communication, Active listening, Child Development,...
Kaylla can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kind, gentle, and engaging with our 3 month old. Responds quickly to queries. Highly recommended. A+."
Karl L.
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
(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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & 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 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, 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.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"She's very kind, helpful, punctual and my daughter loved her."
Natalia Q.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Zen ! I've been babysitting for almost 10 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. I have a low-technology, high-engagement approach to childcare: we don't just sit in front of screens,...
Zen can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Super professional and highly recommend!"
Caitlin S.
Talita R.
Austin, TX
$27/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Talita lived with our family as an Au Pair for 12 months when our kids were 4 years old and 6 years old. She is a fun and responsible caretaker and truly is gifted at caring for children. She actively engages with the kids and is great at coming up with activities....
Elizabeth Y.
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Meghan, and I'm 26 years old. I work as a marketing manager at Driftwood Golf & Ranch Club and graduated from The Ohio State University with a marketing specialization. I have extensive experience babysitting children, from newborns as young as 3 months to teens up to 13 years old. I've also taught swimming...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meghan is a wonderful person: sweet, funny, honest and would have her around my children at any age. Meghan went to the high school I teach at and she could get everyone in a good mood just by coming in the room laughing! She is a true delight!"
Melissa H.
Roxy M.
Austin, TX
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name's Roxy, I'm 22 and I'm a UT student who is looking to take up some extra childcare jobs.
I have 7 nieces and nephews, so I have been around kids a lot and would like to say that I am good with them! I sometimes watch my 4-year-old nephew on weekends and I have since he was an infant. Last summer I was a nanny to a...
5.0
"Roxy was wonderful! She is friendly, reliable, and extremely eager to do a great job. She went above and beyond to make sure my son was happy including bringing snacks for him (we were in a hotel traveling for business), and buying floaties and swim diapers on her...
Erika M.
Lindsey W.
Austin, TX
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm a hardworking 27-year-old that adores kids. I was born and raised in Austin, attended for undergrad, and lived in Washington, , during graduate school. I have my Master's degree in Forensic Psychology and am back in graduate school to complete the Texas requirements to become a Licensed Professional Counselor. I've been...
Lindsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Lindsey has been a wonderful nanny for our three kids that are 2, 4 and 8. She is always timely and always has an amazing day planned for them. She has taken them to dance lessons, soccer lessons, and Zilker park. She has been a great help with cooking and daily...
Chloe S.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an experienced caregiver looking for a great family! I have a masters degree from Texas State and a bachelor's for the University of Southern Mississippi. I moved to Austin in 2019 and worked for several years as a nanny both full time and part time. I have been in childcare in various capacities for over a decade...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily is a sweet and wonderful person! My children loves her!"
Erica S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Lexie , I am newly married and I LOVE kids. I have worked in the nursery, and the 2-3-year-olds class at my church for 7 years when I was in middle school and high school. I was a collegiate athlete so didn't have much time to do full time babysitting while I was in college, but I baby sat every summer when I...
Lexie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexie has been such a wonderful help to our family. She is trustworthy, always on time, and genuinely cares for my kids. She helps pick up around the house and keeps the girls pretty busy playing outside, going to the park, etc. Highly recommend!"
Sierra J.
Mariana V.
Austin, TX
$33/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am college girl majoring in MIS. I have experience babysitting with all ages. I love being around kids and taking care of them. I started babysitting for lots of friends and family. Also I have been taking care of my little sister all my life. In addition, I love pets, I enjoy working out, cooking healthy meals, and...
Mariana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I strongly recommend Mariana as a babysitter. She is patient, puntual, and hard working. She babysits my kiddos occasionally and they love her. I feel very comfortable leaving my kids with her! "
Romer C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse with experience in various hospital and clinic settings, working with children of all ages. I enjoy collaborating with kids and their families to create customized, age-appropriate experiences that align with family preferences.
I am reliable, detail-oriented, creative,...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Rachel. She is smart, reliable and organized. I hired her as our regular summer babysitter caring for 4 children 5 years and under 10+ hours every week. She also cared for our two large dogs. Rachel is a full service baby...
Lauren S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
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
Kaylla S.
5.0
Great with my girls, she takes charge and I feel at ease leaving my 3 month old with her, would definitely hire her again.
- Aime K.
Katy N.
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 did an excellent job. She is very...
- Sonya D.
Alexia R.
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.
Legacy K.
5.0
Legacy is a dream. She's so natural with children and has incredible amount of experience despite being so young. She bonded immediately w my 1yo with the right facial expressions and voice. She's hardworking, helpful, smart! I almost don't want to leave this review because I'm afraid you'll steal...
- Jane A.
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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 1,334 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 $20.64 per hour as of January 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 815 reviews of the 1,334 listed babysitters.