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88 babysitters are listed in Kirkland, WA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Kirkland, WA
4.7
(29)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I have been a Nanny for over 20 years. I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I have also been a teacher since 1993 teaching math and reading. I love singing, swimming, crafts, board games, and being outdoors. I am dependable, trustworthy, and creative. I enjoy working with people of all ages.
Marguerite can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marguerite is amazing! She is very accommodating to our schedules and always checks in to confirm with us leading up to the day we need her.
She is great with our kids. They love her!! She is very flexible with time which is great. You can always tell when someone...
Lorayne S.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a grad student on a research year here in Seattle. I have experience with working with children, as I come from a large family with many siblings and cousins. I also work as a nanny for other families with children aged 4 months and older. My experience includes making snacks/meals, playing games with kids, caring for...
Lexina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our kids absolutely LOVED Lexina. She is extremely personable and kids attached right to her. She was excellent with all three of our kids and our animals. Would 100% recommend again and plan on using her again!
Thanks!"
Mark S.
Lauren G.
Kirkland, WA
$26-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as optimistic, caring, authentic
I have a passion for babysitting/caretaking because I have done it my whole life, starting when I was just a kid and helping my mother take care of a family friend's two toddlers. I am patient and reliable and do very good around kids!
I'm looking for a job that is...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Lauren was great with our 2 kids 6 and 8. She is very sweet, warm and kind. We felt very comfortable with her care. She is very engaged with the kids and our kids loved playing with her. Will definitely use her again!"
Cem C.
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting for 5+ years. My past job experiences include, nannying, childcare at a ski resort, summer day camp leader, and a lifeguard at a water park. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am currently finishing up a nursing program at Northeastern University and am looking to nanny part-time as I finish up school...
Mckenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mckenna was our nanny for 9 months before she had to take a full time job offer and we love her."
Stephanie H.
Destiny C.
Kirkland, WA
$25-42/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Destiny, I am 20 and have been babysitting since I can remember, I have always been around kids and I am very interested in child psychology, so I know a lot of random facts about how their brains work and function. I enjoy working with families & creating a strong & healthy bond with them. I have experience with...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Destiny was amazing with the kids. They were fed asleep and the house was clean when I got home from my night out! Will use her again! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Rebeca, I'm 25 years old. I've been working with kids for 5y. I was aupair for 2 years for two amazing families. Before that I also had experience working with kids at school, maternity at hospital, church, party recreation and babysitting. I'm Registered Nurse and currently waiting for my license here in country. I'm...
Rebeca can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"The Dogs were so happy with Rebeca. I was very worried because my dogs have only been left with family or friends of the family. Rebeca was amazing. I almost think they love her as much as me. I could not be happier with her work and help!"
Tamera R.
Emily C.
Kirkland, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Emily, an experienced and caring babysitter. With 10 years of childcare experience, I create a safe and nurturing environment where kids can thrive. I'm certified in pediatric CPR and First Aid, ensuring your child's safety. I love engaging children with fun activities, promoting creativity and learning. I prioritize...
5.0
"I have known Emily since she was three years old and there is no one I would trust more with a child of any age. She is kind, caring, patient and attentive. She has been like a sister to my autistic daughter, choosing to spend time with her when she didn't have to....
Care member
Kori C.
Kirkland, WA
$28-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an elementary education major currently pursuing my BA in Elementary Education at UW Bothell. I love helping children learn and supporting their development. Over the past almost 3 years I have been a toddler teacher and a nanny for children ranging in age from 5 months to 5 years. Here I provided supervision,...
Kori can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kori is our current nanny and is absolutely fantastic. We hired her as our nanny for our son and she is now also nannying my nieces as part of our nanny share. She is timely, communicative, and great with the kids. She plans out activities and provides a daily...
Olivia N.
Emmy D.
Kirkland, WA
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Worked at the Kids Klub at an LA Fitness facility. I watched kids as young as 3 months old until 12 years old and accrued my nanny families from there. I then shifted to nannying the kids from the gym (easy transition) for 2 years, while I was in school for Medical Assisting. In 2015 I also nannied 2 twin girls. I graduated and...
Emmy can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emmy was so kind and responsive. As soon as she got here, I got the sense that our children were in very good hands. She was professional, punctual, and really great with our kids. They took to her right away. We’d hire her again anytime!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi, thank you for considering me to take care of your little one!
I am Kauany, 24 and I'm from Brazil. I've spent two years as an au pair and another 3 as a nanny, specializing in the care of infants and toddlers.
Key Points to note about me:
- Great communicator, always aiming to assure the best environment for bot baby,...
Kauany can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kauany is amazing! She took good care of my two little girls for 6 months. They had a good time with her. Kauany is loving, creative and very professional. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
My name is Julieth. I am 27 years old. I am Spanish teacher and I love to spend time with children. I have experience with all the ages but in special with babies and toddlers. I have knowledge about child development and ages appropriate activities. I support the children to explore the world in a safe and fun way. I like to...
Julieth can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julieth is dependable and provides really great care for our little one (e.g., applied sunscreen before going to the park without prompting, made sure she brought toys at the wading pool, calms our little one even when fussy). She provides maps of her location when...
Megan S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Melisa.
I'm 44 married, and I have a 24 years old son. I studied Business Administration I'm from Venezuela and did office work but since I'm living in the United States I started working as a Nanny. I have been interested in child psychology and education because my mother is a teacher with many years of...
Melisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melisa took care of our 2 years old little boy. She was extremely patient and always very positive and playful. Melisa cooked the most amazing meals for our little man and he was always excited to see her. I loved all the pictures Melisa took on their walks and...
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny (15 years of experience) with all ages.
I've been working with infants for the past 8 years (in California) and have preference for that.
I have my own car and clean drive record. I feel comfortable driving kids, taking them to music classes, sports practicing, doctors/therapy appointments.
Other...
Gisele can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were so lucky to find Gisele. She’s become an important part of our family unit and our daughter adores her. She is extremely reliable, caring and very present around my daughter. They are very active together, going to play at the park, walking at the beach and...
Megan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently not looking for any new positions. I appreciate you for checking my profile out, thank you!
Enghedi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Engi was great. Will still hire her from time to time, but stopped on a regular basis due to a change in my schedule. "
Jeremy V.
Laurie M.
Kirkland, WA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider Looking For A Nanny Position
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have four children, ages 24 to 34 and have been working at an early learning center for the past three years. I have also worked in the nursery at my church for over 10 years. Before I had my own children, I was a nanny/housekeeper for 4 different families. I've been trained in First Aid and am CPR (adult, child, and infant)...
Laurie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laurie is sweet, kind, mature, responsible and honest. She does not use her cell phone during work. Great human being and patient with kids. She also enjoys keeping busy with small chores while the kids need me."
Mollie P.
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am looking for a full time, long term family to bond with and grow. I am a very patient and understanding person. I love making children smile and cuddle them when they're sad. I enjoy cleaning and being outdoors. I have worked as a nanny for about 10 years (off and on) and was a PreK-3 teacher at a daycare!
My friends and...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Napapis K.
Kirkland, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Nanny, Babysitter Who Is A Previous Pre School Assistant Teacher
My name is Napapis. I am from Thailand and I was working with an Au pair program in Seattle, WA for 2 years with a same host family. After I finished an Au pair program, I was working as a nanny for 2 years before I worked as a preschool teacher assistant. I was working in a childcare and preschool environment for 6 years. I am...
Napapis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Katherine, and I have over 20 years of childcare experience, ranging from newborns to teenagers. When I was a child myself, I grew up with 8 siblings, so I was always surrounded by children, and have enjoyed babysitting since the age of 12 years old. I have taken care of children in homes, daycares, summer...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Over the past 12 years, I have acquired many skills that are key to caring for homes and children. I love working with kids and making sure they have a fun, adventurous, safe and comfortable environment when I am around. I am willing to work with kids of all different ages. I have experience working with kids from babies to 15...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sabrina and I have been working in childcare for about 10 years. I am currently working as a Nanny and Family Assistant. I have worked for many families as a child care provider in Washington, Oregon and California! I have also taught at multiple elementary, preschool and daycare centers. I have a Masters...
Sabrina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kirkland, WA
Marguerite G.
5.0
Marguerite is amazing! She is very accommodating to our schedules and always checks in to confirm with us leading up to the day we need her.
She is great with our kids. They love her!! She is very flexible with time which is great. You can always tell when someone loves what they do :D
- Lorayne S.
Lexina P.
5.0
Lexina was punctual and communicative, and took great care of our 4 mo old. Looking forward to having her care for him again in the future!
- Chriselle T.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren was great with our 2 kids 6 and 8. She is very sweet, warm and kind. We felt very comfortable with her care. She is very engaged with the kids and our kids loved playing with her. Will definitely use her again!
- Cem C.
Mckenna S.
5.0
Mckenna was our nanny for 9 months before she had to take a full time job offer and we love her.
- Stephanie H.
Destiny C.
5.0
Destiny was amazing with the kids. They were fed asleep and the house was clean when I got home from my night out! Will use her again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kirkland, WA:
How can I find a Kirkland babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in Kirkland, WA?
The average rate for Kirkland, WA babysitters on Care.com is $24.24 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 Kirkland, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kirkland, 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 Kirkland, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Kirkland, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 88 listed babysitters.