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1,298 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
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting at the age of 11. My entire life, I watched my grandmother babysit other children all while taking care of us (her grand kids) and eventually caught on to how comfortably natural babysitting is for me as much as it was for her. .
Marlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very outgoing, friendly & trustworthy. I would definitely recommend her for a babysitting position.
"
Kimberly G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there,
My name is Brooke and I am 27 years old and I am currently living in Austin, Texas. I have been babysitting for the last 10 years. I have experience with children of all ages and I also have had experience working with some special needs children. I am currently working full time but am looking to babysit in the...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Brenna and I am a Registered Nurse with 5+ years of Pediatric experience. I began working remotely for a healthcare technology company 1. 5 years ago & have missed working with children so much! I am now looking for one-time or recurring opportunities to supplement my full-time job, as my current schedule provides...
Brenna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wonderful experience with Brenna. Smart, communicative and punctual. Will definitely hire again!"
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Xitlali N.
Austin, TX
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Helloo my name is Xitlali but I go by lali , I am 20 years old and I have 6 years of experience babysitting with kids all ages and 4 years paid experience. I currently work at a daycare/preschool. I love working with kids playing with kids and just being able to care for them. Hoping I can help out a family !
Xitlali can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Xitlali was amazing !! Came back to the kids well taken care of. She’s the sweetest and definitely has a way with kids. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I know my calling is children! I couldn't imagine doing anything else!
I love working with them, teaching them, helping them to learn & grow. Just being a positive influence & light to them warms my heart & soul!
I've been working w/ children all my life, I've helped raised my oldest godson and nephew and I am now a bonus...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Samantha has a heart of gold. She is a genuine,responsible, trustworthy, loyal and it's never a dull time when she's around. Her smile will brighten your day."
Amber L.
4.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Shreya. I just turned 25 and love being outdoors, cooking fusion foods, and staying active. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been a babysitter, tutor, little league assistant coach, camp counselor , youth basketball referee, and an aunt! I love being around kids because it is an escape from...
Shreya can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Shreya was with our family for 3 months over this past summer with our kids, ages 8 and 12 years old. She was organized, on time, and reliable. "
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Genesis R.
Austin, TX
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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I've been a caregiver for more than 3 years and a babysitter for 6 years. I love what I do! I'm currently helping a family on Tuesday's and Thursday's from 3p - 5:30p. Just started a full time job Mon- Thurs. My schedule can get pretty hectic, but with plenty advance notice we can work it out together.
I'm...
Genesis can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"My kids love her and she is like one of our family. Genesis is the hardest working young person I know. She was with us for 3+ years until she moved for college. "
Toni H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in 2022 with a degree in education, and have 8 years of childcare experience as a nanny/babysitter/daycare worker.
Carson can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Carson as our sitter for our 3 little ones and I can honestly say it was the best decision ever. She is very dependable, on time, so awesome with the kids, and all around the sweetest person I've ever met. I Highly recommend her! The kids loved her and my...
Carissa S.
Sophie M.
Austin, TX
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I moved to Austin last year after graduating from the University of Missouri. I started babysitting in 8th grade and then throughout high school and college. Ive been babysitting for so long I have watched kids go from being in diapers to going to prom! I believe nannying is more than just a job and genuinely love being a...
Sophie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophie is outgoing and a great communicator! We really enjoyed talking with her and she had great report with our kids."
Samantha R.
Maria Louisa C.
Austin, TX
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! My name is Maria Louisa and I am 26 years old. I am a finance manager in my daily life, but I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 13 years old. I have experience with ages ranging from a just a few months old all the way to 10+. Most of my duties consisted of babysitting during date nights, cooking,...
Maria Louisa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria Louisa did a great job with our boys ages 4 and 6! She communicated clearly and made sure they were safe and had a great time. We’ve had a lot of sitters with two busy jobs but she is one of the best- highest recommendation! - mom of two"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'd like to introduce myseld as either your future babysitter, tutor, or personal assistant. I'd like to consider myself a jack of all trades around the household. Whether it's helping out with the kiddos, tutoring or getting them to activities, you name it I can do it. I'm also a very organized person who lives by to...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very responsible, caring and trustworthy"
Betsy A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout my entire childhood and adolescence, my mother ran a home daycare where I learned to work with several children at once from a young age. I have taken care of age groups ranging from infant to middle school between one-time babysitting gigs and long-term nannying. I have been CPR certified twice in the past, but do...
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Mak is the best! Flexible, cheerful, and great with kids and pets- I recommend her wholeheartedly!"
Care member
Vanessa R.
Austin, TX
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Vanessa and I'm a junior at St. Edwards University. I am Majoring in Kinesiology with a minor in Spanish. A little bit more about me- I love traveling, cooking, reading and spending as much time as I can outdoors. I have been a babysitter for almost 7 years now, mostly for three families with children between the ages...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My kids loved Vanessa! She was out first nanny we hired, so we were a bit anxious going into the experience. Vanessa was so kind, dependable, and entertaining. She was really a blessing and the kids still ask for her. She always came with special projects or...
Gabrielle V.
Thais G.
Austin, TX
$27-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents and families!
I'm originally from Brazil and moved to the US about five years ago as an AuPair. After my year as a leaving ended, I then decided to become a baby/nanny was working on my student visa. I ended up getting married and jumped into the corporate world, which was for about 3 years after sitting.
I...
Thais can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Thais is an energetic, compassionate, and kind person. She truly cares about the children that she works with and makes sure they are safe and active. She is a joy to work with and we have enjoyed our time with her over the last year. She takes our kids to the...
Farrell H.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Phoebe.
I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years, and I have been nannying full time since 2020. I have worked as a lifeguard, as a counselor at a summer camp, and as an intern at the Children's Assessment Center in Houston Texas. Throughout my time working with children, I have worked with all ages...
Phoebe can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had hired Phoebe to provide after school care for our 2 kids. She helped prepare light meals, helped with homework, and transportation to and from their after school activities. She was reliable and safe."
Anthony E.
Michelle C.
Austin, TX
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Michelle and I am 25 years old. I'm CPR and RBT certified. I have a bachelor in Psychology and Special Education.
I have plenty of experience with children. I was a volunteer since I was 15 years old. I went to different places like Mexico, India, and USA. In there I visited orphanages and prepared activities...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is great, my girls loved her! Every day she came with a new craft, I appreciate how much she engaged with my kids. She was always very professional, I will definitely hire her again!"
Jacquelyn K.
Cristelle M.
Austin, TX
$20-25/hr
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience babysitting a young girl (now aged 7) on the weekends, and 8 years of experience tutoring students (elementary, middle school, and high school). I have a younger sister, as well as four younger siblings that I've taken care of in the summers pre-Covid times. I studied economics and now getting a...
Cristelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Cristelle was fantastic! My toddler woke up after he had gone to bed for the night (which is very unusual and I told Cristelle that wouldn't happen) while I was already out. She handled the situation very well even though that was her first time with us and the...
Karina H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hey ya'll!
I'm Jabari: a professional nanny and artist looking to work with families who prioritize creativity!
With summer here, children are prone to ending up in front of screens for hours on end. If you see the creative and academic potential in your child, hone in on their passions with the help of a professional artist...
Jabari can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Awesome housekeeper! I highly recommend Jabari especially for promptness and thorough cleaning. Thanks so much Jabari !"
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a licensed Physician Assistant new to the Austin area. My husband often works late and I'd love to pick up a few babysitting shifts at night or on weekends for extra income. I have been babysitting for over 15 years and love kids of all ages. Fully vaccinated + boosted, CPR certified and have a car.
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophie is fantastic! Sophie took care of our 4 year old son on weekdays from 6:30am: Got him dressed, made his lunch and took him to school by 8:15. Sophie is extremely reliable, punctual and professional. She has a calm, friendly and caring personality and was...
Kristin H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Camilla . I have been babysitting for around 10 years, since I was 12. Paid job starting, when I was around 14. I have plenty of experience with different adapted children such as deafness, autism, ADHD, and more. I want to give fun and happiness to the children also adapt with parent's schedule. I obtain CPR...
Camilla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Camilla is great and loves to play with kids! She's not a sitter that sits back and does nothing. She is also very reliable. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat."
Wendy W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Austin, TX
Marlene F.
5.0
Marlene is hands down the best sitter we have ever had. She was wonderful with my girls and they loved her so much! She will be a blessing to anyone's family.
- Christina W.
Brenna S.
5.0
Wonderful experience with Brenna. Smart, communicative and punctual. Will definitely hire again!
- Care member
Xitlali N.
5.0
Xitlali was very kind and playful with the kids, will be booking with her for the future!
- Care member
Samantha M.
5.0
Samantha has a heart of gold. She is a genuine,responsible, trustworthy, loyal and it's never a dull time when she's around. Her smile will brighten your day.
- Amber L.
Shreya M.
4.0
Shreya was with our family for 3 months over this past summer with our kids, ages 8 and 12 years old. She was organized, on time, and reliable.
- 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 $20.73 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 913 reviews of the 1,298 listed babysitters.