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Find babysitters in Bellingham, WA that you’ll love
186 babysitters are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Bellingham, WA
Hi there! I am an assistant Montessori teacher in Bellingham who works with ages 3-6. It's truly my dream job and I'm grateful to have found a career i'm passionate about. Since I am still an assistant, I work part time and am looking to work with a family in the afternoons to increase my income.
I am hoping to find someone...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there! My name is Katie, and I have been working with children for most of my life. I have many years of experience working in schools as a paraeducator, working with 4th-5th grade students. I've also worked as a toddler teacher, a nanny, a middle school volleyball coach, and a youth yoga instructor! I even went to...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a 25-year-old, former healthcare worker with over 10 years of experience with childcare for friends, neighbors, family (I have over 10 nieces and nephews), and other outside referrals. I am able to provide transportation, some light house work, meal prep, games, and indoor/outdoor activities. I am fully vaxxed and...
Eden can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hayley F.
Bellingham, WA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and develop. With four years of experience, I'm skilled at playing a variety of games, from outdoor sports to educational games. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day.
I'm patient, calm, creative,...
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I possess a year of hands-on experience in childcare services while serving with the YMCA of Greater Seattle and Whatcom Family YMCA. My expertise primarily lies in providing quality care to preschool and elementary school-aged children. My past work as a lifeguard and swim instructor has given me ample experience in swimming...
Adelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm a future teacher with 10 years of childcare experience. I'm a lover of the outdoors and also very creative, I love to engage kids with art, dance, and music. I'm currently looking for part time work as I finish my last quarter of college and I'm available weekends too!
Isabella C.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience working in an early childhood education center watching elementary-aged children in an after-school program and nannying a family for 3 summers. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation, tutoring/remote learning, and arts and crafts. I love being creative and active and helping...
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With many years of experience as an infant & early childhood care provider, creative arts & dance teacher I provide fun, loving and creative care for young children. I am a devoted infant care provider, attuning to the needs of the child - holding, singing, rocking. I am experienced in early childhood developmental movement for...
Ingrid can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kathryn E.
Bellingham, WA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as patient, communicative, and enthusiastic.
I love seeing how quickly kids learn and make sense of the world around them. The unconditional love, joy, and creativity they bring to our world is so amazing to see! I couldn't imagine working in another field.
I remember being in 2nd grade telling my...
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Wonderful Nanny available for local family in North Whatcom county. I have over 18+ years of experience working with incredible families as a nanny and am now searching for a special family to help care for their children. I have a degree from Western Washington University and also studied Child Psychology and Psychology while...
Beatrice can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a recently graduated Anthropology Bachelors with multiple years of childcare experience, looking for part-time to full-time work as a childcare provider or nanny in the Bellingham area. I am highly invested in not only taking care of children, but ensuring that they can learn, play and grow in a positive environment. As...
Ember can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Zayda. I am a college student, with a love for children of all ages. I have experience supervising crafts, cleaning, cooking, playtime, and simple household needs for children ages 5 months-10 years old. I am willing to do date nights, early mornings, or anything in between. I am responsible, open-minded,...
Zayda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Eloise. I am 20 years old and I am currently studying to get my communications degree with a minor in leadership studies at Western Washington!
I have a great deal of experience in childcare as I have 6 years experience working as a early childhood educator specializing in ages 0-5 years, as well as private...
Eloise can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. With all my skills and experience, l'm able to provide a supervised,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Mackenzie O.
Bellingham, WA
$20-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a certified Washington state teacher and I currently substitute teach in the Bellingham and Ferndale School Districts for grades pK-5. I also have about 4 years of nannying experience with children from various families aged 1-9.
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
I am a 19-year-old university student who has 2 years working a daycare. My first year I worked as a support teacher going in and out of classrooms ranging from 6months old to 12 years old. My second year at the daycare, I was promoted to lead teacher and taught a pre-K class (4-5yrs old) to prepare children for kindergarten. I...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there!
My name is Jessica and I would love to help you out with child and/or pet care! I genuinely love kids and am passionate about helping facilitate growth, fun, and safety when I am with them. Though I have no paid experience, I have two young nieces who have given me lots of practice and I have experiencing coaching...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 1 year of experience and I am going toward my degree in Elementary Education. For the past few months, I have been working with 3-5-year-olds in a daycare setting. I have a certificate with STARS 30 hr training, CPR, and First Aid training. Out of work, I am a student, artistic friend, and dog owner. I love to be in...
Trinadey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I love being able to talk with and help little humans work through their big feelings (using gentle/respectful parenting techniques). Generally, I aim for little to no screen time, get outside as much as possible, and really just make learning fun at every given opportunity. Although I have the most experience in the realm of...
Jaden can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Alex R.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there my name is Alex I am recent graduate from Oregon state university residing in Bellingham! I currently work full time remotely for a news publishing company but my heart has always been in child care. I have been a nanny for the last 5 years to many family's near my university and loved every minute of it! I have a huge...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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 186 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 $20.36 per hour as of April 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 82 reviews of the 186 listed babysitters.