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1,625 babysitters are listed in Houston, TX
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Houston, TX
Sydney M.
Houston, TX
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sydney . I am a junior at UNT. Last summer I worked from March until August with children of all abilities, ages 6-18, at a summer camp called Camp For All. I thoroughly enjoyed each moment of it and being able to watch the kids experience new things and feel joy each day. I also used to volunteer in my church's...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hi there! Let me formally introduce myself! My name is Matisse and I attend the University of Houston. I am a Special Education major and adore children of all ages! I have a lot of nannying experience with young babies, pre-teens and teenagers. One fun fact about myself is that I am a summer camp counselor for children with...
Matisse can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I was very fortunate to hire Matisse. She was very good with my children and especially my special needs child. She is an education major with a heart of gold. She is always on time and my kids loved her. I would hire her again with no reservation."
Janice T.
Kimberly N.
Houston, TX
$19-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kimberly but I go by Kim or Kimmy. I have been working in Childcare for 4 years and I enjoy it so much. I have worked with infants all the way to 3rd grade. I am 23 years old, I do have a 2-year-old and a 3-year-old. I'm also a college student studying for sonography. I have always enjoyed working in childcare. I...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kimberly is wonderful with young children and a very dependable support to her families. Our little one benefited from the structure of Kimberly's daily routine and her caring and gentle nature. My little girl had a great time under Kimberly's care for over a year,...
Thea R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in providing exceptional administrative support as an executive assistant and personal assistant. With a strong background in managing calendars, coordinating travel arrangements, and organizing meetings and events, I have consistently delivered...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"With years of experience, she absolutely loves kids and they adore her. She is caring, responsible, and a great role model! "
Taylor C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience, this includes children with special assistance. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I am Life guard certified, CPR certified and SCS certified ( super cool sitter!) I do also have my Food Handling license for meal prep. Have my own vehicle with up to date safety features. Also able to...
Kenadi can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kenadi was amazing , my daughter is 3 months old and I called Kenadi last minute to help me with her as she showed up for us & helped us out !! She was very nice & helpful !! I’m very happy we found somebody we can trust with our little infant :) She was amazing &...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former elementary school teacher. I worked with all grade levels from PK-5th Grade first for three years as a Teacher Intern. Then in 2020, I became a 5th Grade Teacher for 3 years. I did leave the charter school for a more public school but realized that I no wanted to be in a classroom setting but still wanted to work...
Marisol can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Marisol helped me with my 3 young children, and I highly recommend her. She is a very hard worker, very organized, and very good at communicating with children because of her teaching experience. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am have a master of science, certified English Language Arts, Reading, Special Education and ESL Teacher with 4 grown children and have cared for others' children all these years too. I have done after school museum programs, and summer camps. My full time job is a special populations teacher. Overnights possible,
Susan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is so sweet, on time, communicative and amazing with our son! We trust her to make decisions and drive our son! She is amazing!"
Kashika A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Danielle, I've been a Kindergarten teacher for over five years and have a degree in Elementary Education. I love making learning fun and creating activities that help kids grow.
I focus on creating a warm and caring environment where every child feels special. I enjoy doing everything from arts and crafts to...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Amazing with the kids, very honest, sweet, caring and fun babysitter. She always has activities planned to do with the kids and they absolutely adore her!!"
Taylor H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Paula I am an active person who enjoys being of service to others. I have worked for the same company for 26 years with perfect attendance. I have a 25-year-old son which I adore and anticipate one day in the future the joys of being a grandmother. Till then I would like to share my loving nature on your little...
Pauline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Paula is the best! She's loving, kind, responsible, a good driver and wonderful with my son, we wouldn't trade her for the world. Also makes yummy food!"
Kelsey K.
Nicole K.
Houston, TX
$25-26/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional caregiver, preschool teacher looking to transition to homeschool or nanny setting specializing behavior management redirection and social emotional growth. I believe in building a child's self confidence while challenging them to their full potential, teaching and modeling with love, comfortable with daily...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Nicole is great! She bonded with my 3 year old instantly and they get along great. She is dependable and affordable. She is very knowledgeable about child development and is very patient with kids. Thanks so much!"
Mahesh J.
5.0
(1)
I am very family oriented and I have a child of my own. I grew up watching my siblings and cousins as well as my next door neighbors children. I have been caring for children for a very long time and I enjoy it very much.
I love teaching and guiding children as they develop and grow. It brings me great satisfaction to be able...
5.0
"She was wonderful and my kids loved her. I have a 3 year and a 5 year old. My 3 year old son still deals with separation anxiety. I left with him crying and him running to hide. After coming back home from my date, he was happy and playing with cars with Nu. She...
Desire G.
Zharia S.
Houston, TX
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Meet your new nanny extraordinaire! A vivacious polymath who adores kids and has a penchant for puns. With a certification in early childhood education and years of experience, she knows how to nurture and educate your little ones with love and patience. Her affable demeanor and eloquent communication skills make her an...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zharia is caring and dependable. My daughter looks forward to having Zharia babysit and raves about her."
Daria R.
5.0
(4)
Hi! I'm a mother of two that has been in the business of caring for people for a long time. I was a housewife for 10 years where I stayed at home with my kids and got to do all the fun things with them inside and outside of school. Well now they're all grown up! Since then I have gained tons of experience and filled my heart...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I had to have surgery & I knew I was going to be down for a while so I started to look for help ahead of time. Once I found Monica, she put my mind at ease & immediately took care of everything from waking up my daughter for school, getting her ready, fed & off to...
Rachel R.
Ugonwa A.
Houston, TX
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ugonwa, but I am comfortable being called Ugo. (Oo-go)
I'm a 26-year-old Doctoral candidate for a Physical Therapy program in Houston. My specialty is pediatrics and I must say I love children. My classes are entirely remote. I have a plethora of experience taking care of babies and toddlers in both a...
5.0
"Ugo has watched my baby several times for full work days. She is great with her! I can trust that I will have a happy, calm, and smiley baby who received the best care while I was away when Ugo watches her.
Ugo is an upbeat, punctual, and reliable care giver I...
Laura B.
5.0
(1)
I have 3 yrs of experience with a family. I am family orientated and I love children.
Japerra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"she is great for the job, I have worked with her for 3 years and she has never fail at what she does."
Justine B.
Laureen H.
Houston, TX
$13-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I Have Cared and watched children since I was in high school. Currently I work in public school system, and I enjoy helping kids be the best they can be. I work with the children with serious behavioral accommodations. I love getting in their world and helping figure out what they are feeling and how they could react differently...
5.0
"Laureen is great with children. After working with her, she definitely has patience to handle children of all ages. She is very professional."
Miranda L.
Brielle S.
Houston, TX
$24/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as loving, bubbly and optimistic! I would also say I am very understanding and flexible!
I started working with kids when I was 14 years old! I first started at my church working with Toddlers and then moved up to the nursery!
One thing you should know about me is I am 23 years old, I earned my B....
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"The way she interacted with my child and others was amazing. I watched her interaction with a child having a tantrum. While he was getting physical with her, she kept her cool and handle it pretty well. Your child will be in good hands."
Denaja C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 16 years of experience in childcare. I have worked with the children at my church. I have a love for caring for kids.
Latonia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Latonia will treat your kids the way that she would treat her own, with loving attention to their needs and development. You can absolutely trust her with your children, which is invaluable!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am an experienced nanny with 10 years caring for children, I enjoy watching and teaching the kids as I take care of them. I am passionate about my job and would love to find another happy family to help.
America can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"America is very dependable and will never let you down. Shes very kind and sweet and i would definitely hire her again."
Diego H.
Alexandra P.
Houston, TX
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! I consider myself as a good option for your kid(s).. I'm a very responsible person, respectful and punctual. I have a great relationship with kids, always trying to teach them good things and make everything a learning experience. I'm an animal lover if you have any pet. Non smoker. I'm fully vaccinated against Covid.
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexandra has worked with us 20-40 hours/week for the past year and is hands down the beat nanny of the 4 or 5 we've hired since becoming parents. She has a Mary Poppins-like ability to engage kids and lead them while being responsive and playful. She has worked...
Emily M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Houston, TX
Matisse Z.
5.0
I was very fortunate to hire Matisse. She was very good with my children and especially my special needs child. She is an education major with a heart of gold. She is always on time and my kids loved her. I would hire her again with no reservation.
- Janice T.
Kimberly N.
5.0
Ms Kim is one of my daughter's favorites! She was a teacher at her preschool and we had her in our home often. She did a great job playing with our kiddos and always kept them busy.
- Sam S.
Nicole C.
5.0
With years of experience, she absolutely loves kids and they adore her. She is caring, responsible, and a great role model!
- Taylor C.
Kenadi M.
5.0
She is very polite my kids love her. Very respectful Highly recommend 👌
- Kentoria P.
Marisol B.
5.0
Marisol helped me with my 3 young children, and I highly recommend her. She is a very hard worker, very organized, and very good at communicating with children because of her teaching experience.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Houston, TX:
How can I find a Houston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Houston, 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 1,625 babysitters in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX?
The average rate for Houston, TX babysitters on Care.com is $17.90 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 Houston, TX?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Houston, 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 Houston, TX babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 1,051 reviews of the 1,625 listed babysitters.