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1,311 babysitters are listed in Austin, TX
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Austin, TX
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer took care of our 4 months old baby Joshua when our nanny was sick. I could immediately see that she had extensive experience with newborns, as she did everything right (from feeding him, to changing his diapers, to minding his sleeping patterns and playing...
Daniel O.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Availability: I'm currently committed to part time nanny positions Monday through Friday 2-6/7 p.m. If you have a need for occasional babysitting or regular care weekday mornings or weekends please feel free to reach out :)
Hi! I'm an experienced childcare provider that would love to be your go-to caregiver. I have around 8...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan is an amazing caregiver, and I would highly recommend her. We hired Megan as a nanny to our 2YO son for several months, and during that time she was a great addition to our family unit. Aside from always being punctual, reliable, and respectful, she just has...
Care member
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, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Arrived early, very friendly, a natural with my 1 and 3 yo"
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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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!"
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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:
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jenica is fabulous! Right from the start I felt very comfortable with her, and my son immediately took to her. She has a very caring and relaxed demeanor. We cannot wait to work with her more! "
Michelle M.
4.9
(17)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & 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. "
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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, 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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
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.
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, meal prep, craft assistance, 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
(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 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Super professional and highly recommend!"
Caitlin S.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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
(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, craft assistance, carpooling
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Legacy helped with our kids for pick up at school and playing with them until we come home. She was very nice with the kids. We were happy to have her as a nanny."
Alexandra H.
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan is a kind, compassionate , young lady! Highly dependable and stellar work ethic!"
Patricia F.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Katie C.
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 of development and is interested in...
- Shelby H.
Jennifer J.
5.0
Our baby LOVED Jen while she was our nanny. Every day when she showed up, he would get a giant smile and fling himself at her. She was great about collaborating with us on things like figuring out ever-changing nap time and starting on solid foods.
- Care member
Megan G.
5.0
Megan was an amazing babysitter for our almost 3 year old! She was punctual, attentive, and truly great with our child. Bedtime has been a struggle lately but Megan was able to our child to sleep without any issues. Very impressive! I highly recommend Megan!
- Jessi G.
Tania P.
5.0
Tania is the absolute best. My younger (1 year old) was very picky with who took care of her and from day one her and our 3 year old loved Tania. No matter what task we give Tania, she is great at it. She helps around the house, watches our kid and takes care of our house while we are gone. We are...
- Allison F.
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
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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 1,311 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 $20.53 per hour as of November 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 889 reviews of the 1,311 listed babysitters.