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1,610 babysitters are listed in Houston, TX
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Houston, TX
Jutayvia G.
Houston, TX
$17-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Enjoy Spending Time With Children And Doing Their Hair Because I Enjoy Making Them Happy
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. My name is jutayvia and I have 10 years of experience nannying for families. I'm passionate about nurturing children and I'm very patient, kind, and understanding with children of all ages. I also have extensive experience in helping...
Jutayvia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am TaMiyah, a 21-year-old Biology major at Texas Southern University, with the goal of becoming a pediatric nurse. I moved to Houston four years ago from Oklahoma City, where I worked as a nanny and in childcare. My experience in this field has given me a deep passion for working with children, and I find joy in creating a...
Tamiyah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mutiatu S.
Houston, TX
$14-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My calm demeanor and friendly nature create a warm and welcoming environment for the little ones in my care. I believe in open communication with parents and provide daily written reports and verbal...
Blanca A.
Houston, TX
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am a person who loves what you do. I am a mother of 2 children. I am very dedicated. I like them to learn different things, such as activities and playing with them.
Blanca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Isaura Q.
Houston, TX
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with six years of experience, and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I have a unique ability to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing educational games that promote learning. I'm...
Shirley J.
Houston, TX
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had a Love for children from a young age. Im very compassionate about them. I love cooking healthy meals, provide transportation, help with whatever they need. Cleaning, & animal care are no problem. I like to encourage outdoor activities as allowed. Sledding in the winter. Swimming in the summer. I raised my 2 and...
Shirley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Oreoluwa O.
Houston, TX
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've spent the last two years as a childcare provider, and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Watching children learn and grow is a true privilege, and I'm passionate about fostering their development in a safe and nurturing environment.
My approach to childcare is to be patient, calm, and friendly with a touch of...
Stacy T.
Houston, TX
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello !
I am a very fun, patient, and reliable person. With a couple of years experience in and outside of the daycare/preschool scene, I am passionate about creating safe and fun experiences for kids! I love watching kids grow and learn about the world around them. In addition to the experience with daycare/preschool aged...
Stacy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alis P.
Houston, TX
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an 18-year-old dedicated student with honors diplomas. For the first two years, I cared for the children in my own family, and a year ago, I started working as a nanny for other families to help fund my education. This experience has strengthened my sense of responsibility, patience, and adaptability, skills that will be...
5.0
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am 28 years old. I am a recent graduate - MA in Clinical Psychology. I have experience caring for children from the ages of 0-18 years old. I have provided tutoring, where necessary. I am also comfortable with pets. Additionally, I am willing to prepare meals as well as do light house-keeping pertaining to the children if...
Fnu can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Jaswin for a date night. This is our first time to leave our boys with someone we don’t know and was nervous. She put us at ease by meeting with her a few days before hand and gave us a few references from previous families. She was great! The boys really...
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. I m 28 years old and originally from Colombia, South America. I' m lawyer and criminal justice in my home back country, here in USA I been working like a nanny...
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She is the best babysitter ever we love her so much she help me with my kids, with my house with everything. "
Maria C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Morena. I am bilingual in Spanish and English). I have over 20 years of experience working with all ages of children, especially infants and toddlers. I am a mother of 3 kids (all in college now), and a grandmother of 2 beautiful girls (4, 5). I am fun-loving, sweet, open, and honest, as well as clean and...
Morena can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Morena was wonderful with my 4 month old! She was loving and attentive. Her communication with us regarding how he was doing was very helpful. She also cared for our 3 year old on a few occasions that he was home from daycare and did great with both of them. The...
Valerie F.
Malak S.
Houston, TX
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Malak, I am 26 years old and I have been working with kids since I was 18 years old. I have enjoyed every second of it! I am just always thrilled to be around children of any age and learn new things with each child I babysit. I am patient, dependable, on call whenever you need me and can help any child with math,...
Malak can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Malak is reliable. I enjoyed having her around my kids and so did they. She’s very fun and loved to do activities with the kids. She’s always available even last minute calls which is a PLUS. "
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Sydney R.
Houston, TX
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sydney! I am 22 years old, I am also a secret degree black belt!! I love working with kids! I volunteered four years at a karate summer camp for kids! I babysit for family and church members all the time! I am compassionate, caring, and patient! I aspire to be a occupational therapist, helping build both the...
5.0
"Sydney is terrific. She has been working with us for a few weeks, picking up our infant and toddler from daycare and watching them until I get home from work. Managing toddler at pre-school pickup is no small feat and Sydney pulls it off with a confidence and calm...
Kate K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kate, I'm 25 years old. I have been babysitting/nanny for about six years. I have a bachelor's degree in Education. (Elementary) I have experience with kids/toddlers/infants. I speak English and Spanish fluently. I am an Adult and Pediatric First Aid/ CPR/ AED certified, a non-smoker, clean driving...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I don't have enough great things to say about Kate. Kate took care of our 18mos old son part time 3 days a week until he was almost 2 and we decided to start him in school. Our son loves spending time with Kate and we still call her to babysit for date nights. She...
Michelle P.
Tracy S.
Houston, TX
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a physical therapist working at MGH. I work primarily with children in the hospital setting, including the pediatric and neonatal ICUs. I have been babysitting independently for 15+ years. I am looking to pick up some extra babysitting jobs outside of my full time working hours.
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Although we didn't get a chance to meet Tracy, for every phone call she was extremely punctual. She seems to be a reliable person."
Natalie E.
Olivia K.
Houston, TX
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Olivia I am 22 years old and I have 2 years of experience working in a daycare. And 2 years of experience as a nanny. I am CPR and First aid certified. Hove to work with all ages and love pets.
I am currently in school as a music education major. I have an internship singing in a choir at my church. I am ok with...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is such a pleasant care giver. She had patience for my toddler. She is energetic, kid friendly, punctual, honest, and very reliable sitter. We loved having her watch our son and will definitely request her to do it again. She is a delight."
Kinnari B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tina, I am a career nanny seeking a long term family. I have been a nanny for almost 20 yrs. I have many years experience taking care of newborns/infants and toddlers way before I decided to make it my every day passion.
I am a Houston native, and live in the Oakforest/Garden Oaks neighborhood.
I love to...
Tina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hello,
My name is Diana, and I have been a nanny for 22 years. Tina is the first nanny I have met whose focus is the children in her care. She is attentive, caring, and engages the kids through play, aiding in their cognitive development. She often reads...
Diana L.
Nishta M.
Houston, TX
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Calm, Kind, Competent: I'm Magic With Babies & Would Love To Meet Yours!
5.0
(1)
Calm, competent, & kind: caregiving comes naturally to me & always has. I first worked as a nanny at age 22 & returned to it as a second career after 15 years of teaching.
I'm comfortable doing light housework - dishes, laundry, and meal prep. I love pets, so I'm happy to provide basic care for them and offer them attention...
Nishta can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Great with our 3.5 month old son. Helped us for 10 weeks between child care gaps. Especially helpful as open to helping with our household needs and special needs dog as well"
Care member
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Carrie, and I have been a nanny/worked with children for the past 14 years. I have a strong passion for working with children and have absolutely loved my time as a nanny/caregiver. I have experience nannying/tutoring children from ages: newborn-12 years old. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant for a first...
Carrie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We loved her so much and were sad to have to let her go once we moved. Would 100% recommend!!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Houston, TX
Fnu J.
5.0
We hired Jaswin for a date night. This is our first time to leave our boys with someone we don’t know and was nervous. She put us at ease by meeting with her a few days before hand and gave us a few references from previous families. She was great! The boys really warmed up to her. Will be hiring...
- Care member
Andrea M.
5.0
Andrea is wonderful. She is always available when I need her in a pinch. The kids love her and she is fantastic with them. She provides discipline, structure, Spanish, and play!
- Sharika L.
Morena V.
5.0
It is my pleasure to recommend Morena as a nanny. Morena was our nanny from April 2015 until June 2015. She began taking care of my 3 week old daughter. Morena also did light housework and ran errands with me. Morena has become and will remain part of our family; my daughter, now 3 months old adores...
- Kim W.
Malak S.
5.0
Malak is reliable. I enjoyed having her around my kids and so did they. She’s very fun and loved to do activities with the kids. She’s always available even last minute calls which is a PLUS.
- Care member
Sydney R.
5.0
Sydney is terrific. She has been working with us for a few weeks, picking up our infant and toddler from daycare and watching them until I get home from work. Managing toddler at pre-school pickup is no small feat and Sydney pulls it off with a confidence and calm that I admire.
- Kate K.
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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 1,610 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 $18.00 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 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 929 reviews of the 1,610 listed babysitters.