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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Lucy and I've been working with kids for a long time. My first jobs were in middle school with some family friends. From there I realized how much I love working with kids. They're so funny and have such big imaginations. I'll cook, bathe, read, play, and have the house spotless when you return! I'm currently a...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Lucy! She’s very friendly. Great with kids. She always goes the extra mile to pick up the house so it’s clean when we get home. Too notch! "
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Malena K.
Bellingham, WA
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Malena:) I'm 21 and am currently enrolled at Evergreen Beauty College (Bellingham). I'm great with children of all ages, and very reliable. I always want to give the best care I can, while also making the kids I'm taking care of comfortable with me. I've been very experienced with children between my past years of...
5.0
"Malena was friendly, punctual, and lots of fun for the kids! Our 10 year old and 2.5 year old had a great time! We will definitely be using her again!"
Janelle N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an online student going to school for me Bachelors of Science in Elementary education. I grew up babysitting my younger nieces and nephews making sure they were well taken care of and always having fun! I can always help with housework while making sure the kiddos are entertained. I love helping kids grow and explore...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ally was great--she made a connection with my son, which is no easy feat. We'll definitely be hiring her again."
Jill K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a 1st Grade teacher at an outdoor Nature School, and have 10 years of experience with children newborn through 15 years old. My favorite things for childcare include spending time outside, creating crafts, reading, explorative play and imagination, playing games, and having independent-led creativity. I like to...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace was an incredible support to our family. She was responsible, timely, and had a knack for attuning to his needs. Whether she was engaging our son outside or coming up with creative play inside he always enjoyed his time with her. Would highly recommend, thank...
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Brianna G.
Bellingham, WA
$14-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Brianna, and I'm here because I'd like to be able to make some more money to support myself while doing something I enjoy - meeting new people! While it can be tough and aggravating, babysitting can also be rewarding and a humbling learning experience. I'm dependable, honest, and hard-working - I'll do my best to find...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Brianna was beyond amazing with my three boys and our three Huskies! My boys often can't resist teasing each other and getting into brotherly roughhousing (ok, fights), but Brianna manages the situation really wonderfully - she's very funny, kind and creative and...
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Sega K.
Bellingham, WA
$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a person who loves taking care of kids. I was born in Ethiopia and have been here in America for 15 years now. After graduating from High School I have been to a couple of community colleges figuring out what I want to do. I have always wanted to be a teacher but also focus on Social Justice as well and I found out I can do...
Sega can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sega is lovely, completely trustworthy, punctual, caring and kind. We very highly recommend her and have known her for 7 years. She adores children and they are always happy to have her come over. My kids especially like to cook and do art projects with her. She is...
Kyna R.
Emma H.
Bellingham, WA
$20-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, my mom ran a daycare business through our home, and from a young age I enjoyed helping out and taking care of the children my mother took care of. She often worked with infants, and as those infants reached school age, I would become their babysitter, watching them after school as needed. Sine then, I have worked...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma was great at communicating. She left my place clean and the pets were happy and healthy when I got back. "
Sarah C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I would love to spend time with your kids! I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for over 10 years, and most recently nannied for a family with a 1-year-old. I am comfortable with all ages. Excellent communication with the family is a top priority for me, and having fun while keeping the kiddos safe!
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was great with our four kids. I felt like our kids were well-taken care of and she even took the kids to play in the snow and brought her own crafts. We highly recommend her because she is very dependable, fun and caring!"
Bri A.
Alyssa H.
Bellingham, WA
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting my newborn baby brother when I was 11 years old. Since then, I have been paid to babysit kids of all ages. From newborn babies to 12-year-old kids. In addition, I have worked as a Camp Counselor for the past 4 summers, working with kids ages 5-11. In 2019, I volunteered teaching English in Mexico for 4...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ally has been absolutely amazing! She’s been minding our two year old daughter for several months now … our daughter grandma is coming to take over and we’re all going to miss Ally very much. We highly recommend her. Ally is ridiculously punctual, friendly, and a...
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Kayla H.
Blaine, WA
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
I'm Kayla! I Am 20 Years Old And Have Always Had A Passion For Kids! I Am Fun And Energetic!
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Kayla! I have 9 years of experience. With the exception of taking care of my younger brother, I have been babysitting since I was 13. I am comfortable caring from anywhere to one child up to six children at one time. I have always had a passion and heart for working with kids. I was previously employed in the child...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"WOW! Where do I begin! Kayla is the most wonderful nanny a family can look for! Not once has she ever been late or unable to service the needs of a family! Kayla goes above and beyond a typical nanny. Kayla is a true inspiration to every child that she comes...
Isaac H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Teal. I have 8 years of experience working as a babysitter and nanny. I have experience with newborns and toddlers, as well as with older kids. I like staying busy by cooking, crafting, and taking trips to local parks. The library is another favorite! I love my job and I feel like it comes naturally to me. I...
Teal can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Our girls loved Teal. She was really engaged with them and they had a great time. She went above and beyond our expectations. She's punctual and has excellent communication. We will rehire and recommend her."
Susan W.
Lavaun V.
Bellingham, WA
$25-31/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny & Family Support Specialist 6+ Years Of Caring For Kids And Homes
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lavaun, a compassionate nanny and household manager with over 6 years of experience helping families thrive. As the big sister to three amazing young men and a proud auntie to two wonderful little girls, I deeply understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment for children to flourish. I'm...
Lavaun can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lavaun has been watching my daughter from 6 months to now 4 years old. She is very dependable and great with kids. My daughter is starting school, only reason I am not using her services as much. Highly recommend her for child care."
Alysha N.
Adrienne C.
Bellingham, WA
$27-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Part-time/Full-time Job On Weekdays
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Adrienne! I am 24 years old and a local seattlite. I absolutely adore children and I have 8+ years of experience caring for children. I have worked with children just a few weeks old to children in middle school. I love teaching and helping children learn new things. I am patient and understanding yet firm when needed....
Adrienne can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Dana, I have over 30+ years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I focus on creative play, inside and outside your home. We can go on walks, play in the park, or go to the library. Indoors I like to keep children busy with art, games, music, and make believe. I am certified as a home...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana has been a wonderful help to our family. She has been caring for my five-year-old son in the afternoons after half-day preschool since November 2018, and she also occasionally cares for my seven-year-old daughter. Together, they play games, draw pictures, do...
Lana M.
Seattle F.
Bellingham, WA
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a certified teacher and currently work as a substitute teacher. I love teaching and looking after kids. I am a positive, reliable, and empathetic person who is looking to make extra money assisting families who need help watching their kiddos. Aside from teaching, I have experience babysitting and nannying ages 3. 5-10....
Seattle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Peyton, I am an energetic, empathetic, and loving 20-year-old college student at Western Washington University who adores children of all ages! I am an experienced nanny and babysitter who has worked many 45 hour weeks as well as many 15 hour weeks. I am extremely flexible with scheduling and your time needed from...
Kya H.
Bellingham, WA
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name's Kya, and I'm 20 years old. I would love to help care for your kids if you're interested! I have been lucky enough to be a full time nanny for 3 different families within the last couple years and I am currently working in the property management business Mon-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 p.m. I'm looking for part time...
Anna F.
Bellingham, WA
$18-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Anna, I'm 21 and a student at Western. I've been babysitting since I was around 13, and started to work in a child care center at 16. At the start of the pandemic I had to leave that job and became a nanny for a family for a year. I have been nannying on and off since! I am a confident, patient person, and feel...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Itzel D.
Bellingham, WA
$22-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My names Itzel, I'm a full time college student currently studying Elementary Education. I'm a student teacher in a first grade classroom and have two years experience being a home care aid for individuals with special needs. I'm first aid and CPR certified!
I'm flexible with my schedule and would love to work with you!...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Mia, a 21-year-old who absolutely loves working with kids of all ages. I have over 4 years of experience in childcare, gained through swim instructing and babysitting. I also had the wonderful opportunity to be a preschool teacher for nearly a year. I'm certified in first-aid and CPR through the Red Cross. I can't...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lynden, WA
Lucy W.
5.0
My kids love Lucy! She’s very friendly. Great with kids. She always goes the extra mile to pick up the house so it’s clean when we get home. Too notch!
- Care member
Malena K.
5.0
Malena was friendly, punctual, and lots of fun for the kids! Our 10 year old and 2.5 year old had a great time! We will definitely be using her again!
- Janelle N.
Ally V.
5.0
Ally was great--she made a connection with my son, which is no easy feat. We'll definitely be hiring her again.
- Jill K.
Grace P.
5.0
Grace was an incredible support to our family. She was responsible, timely, and had a knack for attuning to his needs. Whether she was engaging our son outside or coming up with creative play inside he always enjoyed his time with her. Would highly recommend, thank you Grace!
- Care member
Brianna G.
5.0
Brianna was beyond amazing with my three boys and our three Huskies! My boys often can't resist teasing each other and getting into brotherly roughhousing (ok, fights), but Brianna manages the situation really wonderfully - she's very funny, kind and creative and the boys absolutely love her!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lynden, WA:
How can I find a Lynden babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lynden, 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 9 babysitters in Lynden, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Lynden, WA?
The average rate for Lynden, WA babysitters on Care.com is $18.89 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 Lynden, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lynden, 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.