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1,068 babysitters are listed in Seattle, WA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Seattle, WA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Noella, I've been a nanny for years and I love it! I started babysit for friends, in a church nursery, I'm also the oldest in my family so I take care of my brother and sister all the time, and I love children. I like reading and playing and getting to know your child.
Noella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Noella has been an incredible nanny for our children (4.5 and 18 mos). She quickly became apart of our family. Our kids adore her and love the activities she does with them and she's helped expand their eating habits. I can see the growth in our kids in a very...
Lauren L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love children and I get along very well with all ages. I recently moved back home from college and I am looking for part-time employment. I am currently nannying for a family Tuesday through Thursday during the week, and occasional Monday's. 8am-5 p.m. are the hours I will be working those days. So, I will be...
Ellesse can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Ellesse is a great! She is reliable responsible and the kids love her. She always engages the kids in fun activities as well as making sure things are cleaned up when we get back. The other thing we really appreciate is the great communication. When we get back she...
Eli W.
Cristianny M.
Seattle, WA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm 31yo And I've Been Working With Kids Since I Was A Teenager.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cristianny and I'd love to help with watching your child. I'm 32 years old and I've been working as a nanny for 10 years. I'm a nanny to two sweet girls age 2. I have experience with babysitting multiple kids at the same time and from infants to teenagers. I'm responsible, caring, patient, friendly, calm and...
Cristianny can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Cristianny (Cris), has worked for my family in Colorado for the last 1.5 years caring for our daughter starting when she was 3 months old. We were seeking a nanny that would join our family and take care of our daughter as if she was her own - and we definitely...
Kalin J.
5.0
(1)
I'm a student at North Seattle College! I am taking several courses on early childhood development. I've helped my mom babysit many kids. I enjoy playing and making good memories that they will remember after growing up.
Taiyo can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Taiyo was very helpful. Without question he would volunteer to help out looking after the younger kids, cleaning up after events, cooking, and whatever else was asked of him. I organize events for the youth in our church and he's always one of the first to...
Emily A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent graduate of Whitman College where I earned a BA in Biology. With me, children will explore curiosities indoors and out! I have 4 years of experience babysitting two girls ranging from 6-11 years of age. I also have experience leading volunteer events with grade-school children, prepping and teaching...
Sandy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've known Sandy for a long time and she's is one of the most caring, respectful, and dependable people out there. Sandy will always put her best foot forward and stay fully engaged in your child's well-being. She sees creativity through an artists eye and...
Lauren M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I worked for 3 years at a day care with ages 3 months-4 years old, then I taught English in Korea for one year for children ages 2-13 years old! I babysat a toddler for about a year after that until her family moved out of state. In 2020, I served as a summer nanny for a 6-year-old, and babysit on an as-needed basis for two...
Karen F.
Seattle, WA
$27-32/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have experience with all ages, but mainly with babies and toddlers. I worked in a daycare in my home country (Brazil) as a volunteer and also baby-sitting kids from neighbors, friends and family. My experience working in the US is over +4 years and I worked mostly with babies and toddlers from age 0-5. I worked as well with...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karen is a wonderful young woman who took care of my children with excellence! Can't wait to hire her again! "
Lana V.
Kulana H.
Seattle, WA
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kulana! I'm currently 22 and I've been working in childcare since I was 11. I started with babysitting then began getting professional experience through working at the YMCA Kids Corner. I'm now at the Boys and Girls Club where I've been for a year and a half.
I'm CPR certified and I also have my food handlers...
Kulana can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kulana is absolutely amazing! Everything I could have asked for, she is amazing with my little man, always on time and communicates throughout the day. The best part is how excited my son gets when he finds out he'll be spending time with Kulana.
Xoxo"
Christine B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sharnita. My childcare experience started in my earliest days caring for my younger niece and nephew, my professional childcare career started in 2019. I've previously worked at a community center in Magnolia, a preschool in Seattle, and have had many babysitting jobs. I understand how important schedules and...
Sharnita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sharnita was lovely to work with. My son had a great time with her and she gave me a great run down of how the day went with my son. "
Katy C.
Shelley S.
Seattle, WA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced And Respectful Sitter Who Encourages Curiosity And Laughter
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Shelley, and I currently work as a biologist at the University of Minnesota. I study the ecology and evolution of plants, and really love to share a sense of curiosity with the kids that I work with.
Before starting my the last phase of my journey as a biologist, I worked as a nanny for two families over two...
Shelley can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Shelley was great with our toddler, we loved the way she listened to him and respected his needs! Thank you Shelley!"
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a current 3rd grade teacher who loves to spend time with kids. I have my Master's in Teaching from Seattle University and lots of experience as a substitute, TEFL instructor, nanny, and babysitter.
Since graduating college, I've spent time living and working in diverse, multicultural communities all over the world....
Ruby can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kid had a great time with Ruby! It seems she was able to quench my son's thirst for hours of hide 'n seek, cars, and outside playtime. I would hire her again."
Finn K.
Zoe H.
Seattle, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a responsible, organized, and energetic individual who has over 10 years of childcare/babysitting experience. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, Carpooling, Light Housework, and I am open to assisting with any additional tasks you need completed. I recently moved to the Seattle area from Missouri for Graduate...
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Awesome, energetic, and responsible! Kids loved her."
Care member
Grace K.
Seattle, WA
$35-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
alongside being a very experienced Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA), I am also a Nanny / Babysitter with over 5 years experience. I love babies and have had great experiences with singles or twins, food in my hair and all muddy giggles of it!
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace watched our twin girls from when they were infants through three years old. She has been an incredible blessing to us and our girls absolutely adore her.
When they were babies, she was able to keep both of them on a routine together (no easy feats for...
Jonathan R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Clea, I'm a happy mother of three girls (grown-ups now). I'm an illustrator and filmmaker/documentarist from Costa Rica, and I'm looking to make a little extra money while I work on my art projects. I have always loved to be around newborns, infants and her moms, which led me to work as a doula for around 5 years and...
Clea can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Clea is the best nanny a family could ask for. She enriched our daughters first year of life in the most meaningful way. She is caring, compassionate, playful, and responsible. I highly recommend her to any family looking to shower their child with love."
Teri P.
Nicole R.
Seattle, WA
$40/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nicole and I currently attend Mercyhurst University, where I am working towards receiving my B. A. in Early Childhood/Special Education, with a Minor in Pre-Law. Outside of my many babysitting experiences, I have experience working in the child care department of YMCA, where I cared for children from 6 weeks to 12...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"From a parenting perspective, she was all of the above (accountable, punctual, etc.). Plus she understood that my child was a child and interacted with her on an age appropriate level. She also didn't attempt to parent my child nor share her philosophical and...
Laurie F.
Derika M.
Seattle, WA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I adore kids of all ages and enjoy being in their company. They bring out the fun, silly, and compassionate side of me. I've been a babysitter on care. com for 4 years now & 7 years overall. Last summer I worked with kids with special needs and disabilities. I was in charge of activities, preparing meals for the kids and looking...
5.0
"Derika was very warm and loving with my baby, who seemed so happy and relaxed with Derika. She was very quick to respond to my messages and showed up on time. "
Amelia H.
Andrea P.
Seattle, WA
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a lifelong babysitter with experience with infants to teenagers. I just graduated from SPU with a degree in Business and Psychology, where I had the opportunity to take courses on early childhood development. Want you little one(s) to be bilingual? I lived in Switzerland for 20 years speaking French and some German....
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Andrea was great. She was very trustworthy and I felt safe leaving my 3 month old with her for a few hours. I would definitely hire again and recommend to other families."
Carmen R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
If you're reading this, let's call it a Sitter-match-made-in-heaven, shall we? I'm Taylor -a New Yorker turned PNW gal, either living life hiking mountains in the beautiful state of Washington, or back home in NYC doing what we New Yorkers do best - drinking coffee and talking a lot. I'm a former Advertising Exec turned full...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Loved Taylor! Reliable and responsible."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for taking the time to consider me as your next caregiver. I began babysitting when I was 12 and have continued to grow in my knowledge ever since. With 2 years of hands-on experience at Seattle Children's Hospital as a Nursing Assistant, I have developed a wide skillset working with various medical complexities and...
Drew can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Drew was punctual and provided nice updates when we were out. She was great with my 2 year old kid. Highly recommend!"
Ranjith S.
Nantanat T.
Seattle, WA
$30-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My passion for fostering children's growth and positive experiences in previous babysitting roles led me to become a caregiver. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for your child. I believe in open communication and will provide regular updates on...
Nantanat can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nantanat (Kate) took care of our 3.5 months old son for about a month. She's very sweet, dependable, thorough and punctual. She took excellent care of our son helping him do a lot of tummy time and roll. She had a very good connection with our son and helped him...
Fateme S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Seattle, WA
Noella K.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Noella as part of our nanny share for the last 2 years! She was wonderful with our kiddos and was quick to form a strong bond with them both. She is intuitive and empathetic, and always made sure our children felt loved and their needs were met. She supported our parenting...
- Jenni P.
Ellesse S.
5.0
Ellesse is a great! She is reliable responsible and the kids love her. She always engages the kids in fun activities as well as making sure things are cleaned up when we get back. The other thing we really appreciate is the great communication. When we get back she tells us what activities they did...
- Eli W.
Cristianny M.
5.0
Cristianny (Cris), has worked for my family in Colorado for the last 1.5 years caring for our daughter starting when she was 3 months old. We were seeking a nanny that would join our family and take care of our daughter as if she was her own - and we definitely found that in Cris! Cris is...
- Kalin J.
Taiyo N.
5.0
Taiyo was very helpful. Without question he would volunteer to help out looking after the younger kids, cleaning up after events, cooking, and whatever else was asked of him. I organize events for the youth in our church and he's always one of the first to volunteer.
- Emily A.
Sandy H.
5.0
I've known Sandy for a long time and she's is one of the most caring, respectful, and dependable people out there. Sandy will always put her best foot forward and stay fully engaged in your child's well-being. She sees creativity through an artists eye and consistently looks for ways to make...
- Lauren M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Seattle, WA:
How can I find a Seattle babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Seattle, 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 1,068 babysitters in Seattle, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Seattle, WA?
The average rate for Seattle, WA babysitters on Care.com is $23.94 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 Seattle, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Seattle, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 532 reviews of the 1,068 listed babysitters.