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60 babysitters are listed in Gig Harbor, WA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Gig Harbor, WA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tressanna. I am 23 years old, have my BA from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and live in Tacoma WA. I am an experienced nanny, babysitter, and caregiver for all age groups. I am a licensed CNA and Wilderness First Responder. Additionally, I also hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, Epinephrine,...
Tressanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Tressa was so amazing with my two children (5yo and 18mo old). She made outside time a priority, kept the house from descending into toy chaos, and helped meal prep family dinners. She was dependable, always on time and really became part of our family. We highly...
Katie B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! I am interested in caring for your children ! :) I enjoy making healthy after school or daycare snacks, love going for walks outside, making arts and crafts, cooking up lots of yummy food, reading, swimming, having nerf gun wars, and lots more. I'd love to become part of your family and help you out in any way that I...
Rhianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rhianna was so great! She was friendly, communicative, and on time. Our son had a great time and she was very active with him, he told us all about all the fun stuff they did! 10/10 would recommend and will hire again!"
Emma E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicola and I have worked with children all my life as a nanny, a preschool teacher and in after school programs. My favorite ages and area of expertise is working with infants and toddlers. Prior to nannying the last few years I taught toddler's at a preschool for six years and got my Child Development Associate...
Nicola can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicola was our after-school sitter for two years while our two children were in grades 3 - 7. She drove the kids from school to after-school activities or to our home, helping them with homework, snacks and heating up dinner. She also babysat for us for weekly date...
Dina K.
4.5
(2)
I am a hardworking passionate caregiver. I enjoy taking care of others, specially the elderly. Giving my time, patience, compassion and love are my highest form of service. Childcare available.
Marisol can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Marisol loves working and takes her job seriously. She likes helping people. She's very committed. She always wants to grow and better her self."
Oriany P.
Desiree G.
Port Orchard, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am Desiree and I have cared for children and adults for the past 10 years. I have passion for what I do and I love to create bonds with my clients. When I nanny I like to take the kiddos on outings and watch Disney movies and play the Nintendo switch together. I also help with homework, meals, extracurricular activities and...
Desiree can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Desiree is extremely committed to her work and has exceed our expectations. We feel so lucky and grateful to have found her."
Jeremy K.
Responsible babysitter/caregiver with experience caring for infants and children. Skilled in creating fun, engaging and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in children's safety and well-being. CPR and First-Aid certified and worked as a nursing assistant.
Paarus can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I'm Silas, and I know I'm not the typical childcare demographic but the home I was raised in makes me love hanging out with kiddos! I grew up in AK and my brother and I were homeschooled. My parents provided such a safe haven for other kids to come and go as they please, and ever since I graduated high school I've found...
Emily W.
Belfair, WA
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
I have 8 years experience working in the early childhood field, all in certified childcare centers. I have experience with ages 6 weeks through to 3 years. I love working with families and being a part of their village! I love being able to care for infants, and watch them grow into their personalities as independent...
Nawanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
I started babysitting when I was 14 and I am now 25. First it started as just a few times here and there for a family friend and then they "hired" me full time as I got older.
Now, my husband is military and we travel a lot so I've stuck to babysitting just to have a more flexible schedule for us.
We're currently resided in...
Autumn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Kijha F.
Port Orchard, WA
$20-34/hr • 6 yrs exp
A 21 Year Old Girl Who Loves Kids And Is Excited To Make A New Bond With A Family/ Child
Hello! My name is Ki'Jha, I'm 23 years old. For over 10 years, I've been helping care for my family, which naturally led me to pursue a career in caregiving.
This experience has shaped my passion for working with children and adults in need of support. I have worked as a Certified Behavior Technician, where I supported...
Kijha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently in grad school to become a school counselor. I absolutely love working with kids and feel extremely passionate about providing the best care possible for you and your family. I feel so fortunate to have over 10 years of experience working with kids as it has given me the opportunity to work alongside all different...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am freshly graduated from highschool and 18! I am a college student but I am fully online this quarter! I am looking for a daytime nannying job. I have a lot of experience with children, My brother is special needs and I have been his babysitter most of my life. I've also helped a family friend run a daycare. I am going to...
Kathryn M.
Port Orchard, WA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kathryn! For the past 7 years I've had experience with childcare. I've cared for children from 8 weeks all the way up to 13 years old. With fun comes responsibility, so I always make sure chores/homework is done(if applicable). I worked at the children's center for Boise State University as a teacher's aid. We focused on...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm very family and friend oriented. I have taken a babysitting class as well as babysitting for family and friends for the last several years. I have experience caring for infants as well as young children. While babysitting, I have done daily tasks such as taking the children to and from school, preparing meals, cleaning, and...
Kaylie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hi! My family & I are new to the Port Orchard area. I have over 5 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility. In the last year & a half I have been Program Director overseeing the day to day. I have 3 children and 1 puppy named Princeton.
I look forward to meeting you and hopefully be able to help your family :)
Hi my name is Megan and the amazing family I have been with is sadly moving which means I'm looking for another full-time position starting this summer! I have experience with all ages but my main focus is with infants/toddlers. I am CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I would love to find a family I could be with for...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Victoria C.
Belfair, WA
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Welcome! Here's a little big about myself
I am a Coast Guard veteran who got out of active duty to stay home and raise my 2 babies! I have a daughter who just started kindergarten and a 1 1/2-year-old son who stays home with me! My husband and I just bought a couple acres in Belfair where we have decided to raise our family and...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Fun, energetic, loving, compassionate and always willing to go that extra mile. I enjoy being active but I also love a relaxed day. I'm creative, I love learning new things and genuinely love helping people from all walks of life, all ages and all backgrounds. I come from a very large family, and an even bigger, extended family...
Mona can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Nicole K.
Port Orchard, WA
$28/hr • 20 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As someone with a deep passion for nurturing young minds, I've dedicated the past two decades to providing exceptional childcare. My patient and friendly nature creates a welcoming environment for children to thrive. With my extensive training, including First Aid and CPR certification, as well as coursework in Early Child...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Gig Harbor, WA
Tressanna R.
5.0
Tressa was so amazing with my two children (5yo and 18mo old). She made outside time a priority, kept the house from descending into toy chaos, and helped meal prep family dinners. She was dependable, always on time and really became part of our family. We highly recommend Tressa :)
- Katie B.
Rhianna C.
5.0
Rhianna was so great! She was friendly, communicative, and on time. Our son had a great time and she was very active with him, he told us all about all the fun stuff they did! 10/10 would recommend and will hire again!
- Emma E.
Nicola C.
5.0
Nicola is very responsive, communicative, and easy to work with. She did wonderful with my little one and my little girl is a handful! Her experience as a pre-school teacher is awesome and she has lots of ideas how to work with kids and entertain them. It was always pleasant having her watch my...
- Heidi V.
Marisol M.
5.0
Marisol loves working and takes her job seriously. She likes helping people. She's very committed. She always wants to grow and better her self.
- Oriany P.
Desiree G.
5.0
Desiree is extremely committed to her work and has exceed our expectations. We feel so lucky and grateful to have found her.
- Jeremy K.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Gig Harbor, WA:
How can I find a Gig Harbor babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Gig Harbor, 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 21 babysitters in Gig Harbor, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
The average rate for Gig Harbor, WA babysitters on Care.com is $21.52 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 Gig Harbor, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Gig Harbor, 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 Gig Harbor, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Gig Harbor, WA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.