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193 babysitters are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Bellingham, WA
I can help your children benefit from learning at home, and you benefit from the time you have to take care of everything else. I am an experienced writer, business manager, and fitness instructor looking to pivot during covid-19, and I see an opportunity to help students in Bellingham succeed despite the challenges that face...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allison S.
Bellingham, WA
$29/hr • 10 yrs exp
10+ Years Of Experience In Early Childhood Education And Special Needs
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Allie and I hope I can help your family! I have a Bachelors Degree in Child Development and am currently have a full time nanny job in Bellingham. I am looking to help families on the weekends for date nights or time for you to get stuff done.
My work experiences teaching at multiple cooperation child care centers,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
Hello! My name is Jessica M. I graduated from Western Washington University on 12/14/2024, with a degree in elementary education, sociology major. I will soon receive my WA state teaching license! To supplement any substitute teaching jobs I get, I am looking for childcare on the side to gain more experience taking care of...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sara Dawn W.
Bellingham, WA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Mom Looking To Help Other Parents With Childcare.
Hello, my name is Sara, I live in Bellingham, WA and I have 20 years of experience taking care of children. I am kind, fair, responsible, and I love kids! I have two of my own, but they are both older, so my schedule is pretty flexible. I can help with light housekeeping and carpooling, plus I don't mind negotiating my fee and I...
Sara Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Hello families! My name is Phina and I am a Junior studying Elementary Education at WWU. I have experience caring for children in many different capacities: teachers assistant at an outdoor preschool and kindergarten prep program, 7 years of nannying, guitar lessons for kids, co-teaching a kindergarten summer school program,...
Josephine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am in my thirties and I love kids, but haven't had the opportunity to have my own yet. I have lots of experience with children under 10 years old and I am very good with babies. I was a caregiver for the elderly and disabled for three years and I have been a nanny for one year. I am intuitive, artistic, organized, and...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer was great! She was on time helped out around the house and was very experienced with kids. Would book again! "
Care member
I am a childcare provider with a strong passion for helping children grow and develop. I have three years of experience in caring for children, and I am comfortable caring for up to four children at a time. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules, and I will always keep you informed about your child's day, either through...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Haily P.
Bellingham, WA
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently going to school for child developmental psychology at WWU. I started working with kids ever since and, it's still my favorite thing to do. I truly do not see nannying as a job but as something I am passionate about! I'm looking for an environment that is a happy space where everyone is growing and learning...
Skills:
CPR
Jonathan W.
Bellingham, WA
$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Playful, Responsible Male Who Loves To Lead By Example And Make Children Flourish Their Potentials.
My first job was when I was 15 years old at a daycare center (not counting all the years of shoveling neighbors' snow, raking their leaves, and mowing their lawns). Ever since my first day of working and being called Mr. JonJon, I was hooked with teaching children life skills and making them feel supported, seen, heard, and...
Jonathan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Grace M.
Bellingham, WA
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I will be attending University in the fall. I have worked as a homemaker at an assisted living facility for the last two years. I'm now looking for a full time job as a nanny. I have my own car, . I'm looking forward to having a great summer with your children being outdoors and going on adventures.
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Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Erica M.
Bellingham, WA
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have helped in a 5th grade classroom at a local elementary school for 3 months as a part of my schooling.
I'd describe my personality as goofy, chill, and kind
I like working with kids because they bring me so much joy. I want to be a teacher once I'm out of school and I just enjoy being around them.
I'm looking for a job...
Maya F.
Bellingham, WA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have years of experience nannying 2+ children, and worked in childcare at the YMCA in high school. I just graduated from Western, am a responsible driver and ex-lifeguard who is big on safety, and would love to help with homework if needed. :)
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jacky K.
Bellingham, WA
$18-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Jacky! I'm a 24-year-old with a passion for childcare. This is my first time being a nanny! I have 3 years experience in childcare, I worked with the Lynden School District for two years and most recently as a toddler teacher at BCLC.
I absolutely love working with children, and while toddlers are my favorite age...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trygve S.
Bellingham, WA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've spent a lot of time looking after younger family members; and I've always gotten along great with kids of all ages. From date night to overnight, anything works with my schedule. I'm a first year college student with morning classes three days a week so I'm really open. I look forward to meeting you!
Trygve can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Christine H.
Bellingham, WA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Growing up with three younger sisters, I have had a lot of experience with younger children. I have watched children from ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years old. I am currently working toward getting my degree in early/ elementary education, so spending time with kids is definitely a passion of mine!
Christine can also help with: Carpooling
Emma S.
Bellingham, WA
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I have over six years of experience. As someone with five younger siblings, I'm always around children, so I know how to handle them with all their different moods. I have most of my experience with newborns and toddlers, but I can work with children of all ages. I even have experience with newborn twins. I love pets, so...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Shoshana S.
Bellingham, WA
$16-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm currently a graduate student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program as well as a part-time personal trainer in Bellingham, WA. I have years of experience working with kids through past nannying jobs, a grief center volunteer, and as a paraeducator in the Bellingham Public Schools.
Shoshana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a fun, creative, energetic, nature loving 46-year-old with over 20 years experience caring for children, from infant to young adults in both a one on one and child care facility setting with the Navy CYP (Child & Youth Programs) & Navy CDC (Child Development Centers). I'm fully vaccinated. CPR/First Aid & Fire safety...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Haley M.
Bellingham, WA
$20-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Haley and I am 24. I have lived in Bellingham for most of my life, but I have been living in Spain for some of this year as an Au Pair. I have worked professionally with children for 6 years with jobs ranging from nannying, para educating for the Bellingham school district, children's youth advocacy, etc.
I am a...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ailis M.
Bellingham, WA
$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ailis and I love working and bonding with kids of all ages! All of my job experience has been work with kids, from tutoring to ski and swim instructing. I study Sociology and French at university, but I am taking next year off to be an Au Pair in France before returning in 2023. I love sports, reading, travelling, and...
Ailis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Bellingham, WA:
How can I find a Bellingham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Bellingham, WA 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 193 babysitters in Bellingham, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Bellingham, WA?
The average rate for Bellingham, WA babysitters on Care.com is $19.52 per hour as of February 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 Bellingham, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Bellingham, WA 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 Bellingham, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Bellingham, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 193 listed babysitters.