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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
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents! My name is Kimberly, I'm 25 years old, and I live in the Mueller area. I currently work full-time Monday-Friday, but I'm happy to help when it comes to occasional, or part-time roles as a babysitter any weekend or week night I'm available. :)
I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and teens and have also...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Kimberly is very responsible and reliable and always has the best attitude. "
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace and I am looking to babysit over the summer about 10-20 hours a week. My undergraduate degree is in speech pathology and audiology and I am currently in graduate school for a masters in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I have worked as a Conditional Speech Pathologist, career nanny and Montessori teacher....
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Grace was amazing when my wife and I hired her. She took great care of Ashley and our dog when needed. She is very respectful, caring, and overall a superstar! We would highly recommend Grace to anyone! "
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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kate is consistently a breath of fresh air and positivity - her thoughtfulness and care she gives to our girl is more than appreciated. I highly recommend her as a sitter. "
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Isabella D.
Austin, TX
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Isabella and I'm a college graduate, I have almost 9 years of experience with babysitting mostly in my neighborhood/ circle c surrounding areas. I've worked with ages ranging from 6 month-14 yrs old. I'm a very patient, reliable and creative person who absolutely loves engaging with kids and thinking/playing...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Isabella has been helping us with our 3 year old son a number of times over the last month and she has a special ability to connect with kids. Our son doesn't always take to a lot of people but he quickly formed a strong connection with her. He gets very excited...
Clay L.
Jeri D.
Austin, TX
$24-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jeri. Im a new nurse (RN, BSN). I have 6+ years of experience babysitting. I am BLS/AED certified, I have experience with special-needs children (in the hospital setting) and love kids! I have transportation and I am able to pick up to and from school along with take your kids wherever you need me to. I am kind...
Jeri can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jeri was wonderful with my very high energy 4 year old. She spent time playing with him, reading and took him on walk. She kept to our bedtime schedule and went above and beyond cleaning up around the house. My son can't wait to see her again. I highly recommend...
Brooke H.
Salma M.
Austin, TX
$34/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been around kids since I was 14 and love it. I started by watching my Nephew and friends' children. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with infants and toddlers, but I love kids of all ages. I worked with numerous professors children and I fell in Love with babysitting. If it's nice out, I like to take the kids...
Salma can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Salma is adorable and spreading positive vibes while working. She keeps my apartment clean and I'm always highly satisfied after I check on her work. She is punctual and respects my schedule."
Fatima S.
Shea G.
Austin, TX
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Shea and I graduated from Texas Christian University in May of 2023. I got my degree in psychology and have a minor in child development. I have been a babysitter/nanny for the last 8 years and in high school I nannied for a family of three children ages 7-14, a family with 3-year-old twins, and many more families...
Shea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Shea was wonderful! Our children loved her, and she was very punctual."
Laura A.
Yesiree F.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! :) I moved to Austin eight years ago and since then I have been working with different families in the city. Been a nanny has been truly a bless for me and my family. I am very passionate about kids. I have worked as a babysitter since I was 17 years old while I attended College, and then worked with children as a Teacher...
Yesiree can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Yesi is very good with my kids. She has always been on time and dependable. I like that she has experience teaching in Venezuela and she has started working on Spanish with my kids. The house is always cleaner at the end of the day than when I left. We really like...
Eric W.
Helena N.
Austin, TX
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children in one capacity or another for over 10 plus years
I have worked in every environment as it pertains to children that you can imagine from babysitting, to preschool teacher, to being an inhome private nanny. I can bring a lot calm into fast paced environment and implement your wants and needs as...
Helena can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Helena when our daughter was 6 months old and she was able to take care of our daughter from the very first day. She is very dependable, punctual, dedicated and caring. She always demonstrated amazing capabilities and performed her duties very well. She...
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Briana M.
Austin, TX
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion when it comes to caring for kids. I currently am in college going for elementary teaching and I've never been more eager to work as a babysitter to help me with skills that would help with my future career.
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"I cannot recommend Briana strongly enough, both for nannying and babysitting. We were initially apprehensive leaving our 1-year old daughter in the care of someone else for the first time, but having Briana around as our nanny for the last 5 months has truly been...
David M.
Isabella D.
Austin, TX
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Bella and I am a current student at UT Austin studying Business Honors and Finance. I am fun, outgoing, and creative and am always love doing a fun craft project or seeking out an outdoors adventure. I am a child at heart, yet I am mature, responsible, and hardworking. I am the oldest child in my family (I have...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Bella is sweet with my boys, a very responsible driver and caretaker and she is fun!!! My kids love her. They have just gotten older and we do not need help anymore but I highly recommend her."
Catherine N.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have a lifetime of experiencing caring for children and adults. I work full time for a s a design showroom manager. I am certified in CPR & First Aid. I'm also a life coach, a birth doula & a massage therapist. Before, moving to Austin, I was a well sought after babysitter in my local NY & MI communities for both infants and...
Angelique can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Angelique watched our two kiddos so that we could have a date night - she was on time and the kids had a blast and ask to see her all the time."
Maddis M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm the 3rd of 5 children, was a camp counselor for 4 years, nannied for 4 years, and have babysat from age 13 to now, 26. I've loved every second! I currently work full-time in advertising, but enjoy babysitting in the evenings during the week or on weekends. I have experience with all ages.
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids LOVE Jenny. They look forward to her coming. She is a precious person and an awesome sitter."
Ginger S.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & 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! "
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Cheyenne B.
Austin, TX
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Outgoing College Student That Loves Kids And Is Very Reliable.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there. My name is Cheyenne, I'm 28 and currently in school to become a nurse. I'm fun, energetic, absolutely love the outdoors, I actually moved here to be closer to my nieces and nephews. I have been nannying/babysitting since middle school so I have quite a bit of experience and with all ages as well. I also use to work in...
Cheyenne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"She did such a wonderful job with my 22 month old son! He was shy at first (as to be expected) but warmed up to her very quickly. She engaged in activity with him the entire time. I would definitely hire her again and absolutely recommend her to anyone looking!"
Mai B.
Alice S.
Austin, TX
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Looking To Be A Positive Influence On A Kids Life And To Help A Parent Out In Any Way I Can :)
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Alice and I am 21 years old and living in Austin. I have 3 years of experience nannying children from ages 6 months-6 years. Aside from nannying, I also have experience with occasional date-night babysitting, and being a camp counselor for young children. I also have experience cooking, and light...
Alice can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Alice watched my 3 year old son along with my 14 month old daughter on multiple occasions. The first day- she came earlier to ask and answer questions, and got straight to work so I could continue getting ready. She regularly updates me throughout the day on how...
Arianna R.
Sarah L.
Austin, TX
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Educator Offering Child Care / Tutoring Services On Weekends And Weekday Evenings!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello Hello Hello!!
My name is Sarah - I am a full-time 1st grade classroom teacher and I have years of experience in early child care. I'm looking to make a difference for families and further my skills as an educator by providing child care and tutoring services for children ages birth - 12 years old. I do have a full time...
5.0
"Sarah is just delightful--communicative, punctual, and with a warm disposition that immediately puts you at ease. My little guy is, who going through a major separation anxiety phase, took to her right away. Definitely hope to have her back again!"
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Princess Alexi N.
Austin, TX
$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years of babysitting experience working alongside professional nannies. I spent about 3 of those years working as a teaching assistant, so I love creating new learning opportunities for the kiddos. I also love animals and have a chihuahua mix of my own! My availability can be flexible so please don't feel hesitant...
Princess Alexi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"She is very punctual and helps in all ways. My kids loved her. She is dependable ."
Pounami B.
Constance E.
Austin, TX
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent grad from Pepperdine University.
I have a great deal of experience hanging out with kids, mostly through dance. I teach hip hop at a studio for kids of all ages. I also have taught gymnastics for a number of yeas as well.
I am originally from Colorado, which is where I get my love for the hiking,...
Constance can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Constance is a phenomenal care giver and good influence for us. She kept my energetic, stubborn 2yo engaged and happy for hours. Her references raved about her with good reason."
Phillip Q.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Jessica S.
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 wait to come back to flagstaff so our...
- Jessica F.
Kimberly R.
5.0
Kimberly is very responsible and reliable and always has the best attitude.
- Care member
Grace J.
5.0
Grace was amazing when my wife and I hired her. She took great care of Ashley and our dog when needed. She is very respectful, caring, and overall a superstar! We would highly recommend Grace to anyone!
- Care member
Katherine S.
5.0
Kate was our regular after-school babysitter for our 2 elementary kids for a whole school year. Kate was consistently kind, engaged, responsible, and excellent at communicating with us. Our kids loved spending time with her, and we loved having someone so reliable and responsible.
- Emily F.
Isabella D.
5.0
Isabella has been helping us with our 3 year old son a number of times over the last month and she has a special ability to connect with kids. Our son doesn't always take to a lot of people but he quickly formed a strong connection with her. He gets very excited when she shows up. She shows up...
- Clay L.
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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.