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1,072 babysitters are listed in Seattle, WA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Seattle, WA
Amanda M.
Seattle, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have always been good with kids. Since I was a child, I have been taking care kids. I started with my younger sisters, brothers, and cousins. Later, I was blessed to take care my three children, and many nieces and nephews. When my kids were in school, I worked at their daycare. Now, I love taking care my grandchildren on my...
5.0
"Amanda has been caring for my 1.5 yr old daughter full time for a few months while we’ve been on a daycare wait list. She is amazing with her. She is super communicative and trustworthy and kind, and FUN! My daughter absolutely loves her and has the best time with...
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Olga Z.
Seattle, WA
$30-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Keeping children safe, happy and entertained is my number one priority. At all times children are under my supervision and I always make sure that kids avoid dangerous situations. I am also good at helping them follow rules and encourage them to clean up after themselves while I help them do so. I prepare good-tasting meals for...
Olga can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Olga has been our nanny for over 2 years (since my twins were 4 months old) and has truly enriched our lives. We are her 3rd twin family and she is a pro!!
Olga will become part of your family, nurturing and loving your children as they grow. As a parent, it...
Maggie D.
Lily P.
Seattle, WA
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been caring for children since I was old enough to do so. I've cared for children from the ages of infancy to 14 years, and families from one to five children. I know how to act as both an authority figure and a friend. I can't imagine my life without children in it, and I've developed lasting friendships with all the...
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kaitlyn.
I'm a dedicated nanny with extensive experience caring for newborns, twins, toddlers, and multi-child households. I specialize in establishing consistent routines, including bottle feeding, diaper changes, and nap schedules, that promote healthy growth and development. I'm equally skilled at managing travel...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaitlyn is an amazing caregiver and NCS , she care for my newborns and then while they were toddlers . She is very responsible, caring , structured, brings the best in every child . Always puntual and takes care of every detail in their day . I would highly...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi all! My name is Ellary, I'm 29 years old and though I currently work as a pastry chef, I have years of childcare experience working with a variety of age ranges. I worked at a children's summer camp, spent 4 years working as a 4th and 1st-grade after-school reading teacher, and was a long-term nanny for two amazing young...
Ellary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ellary is a fabulous young woman with years of experience working with children. She has taught them science and music and has the ability to connect with children of all ages and temperaments. My boys love her dearly. She is patient and kind, enthusiastic and...
Tolly S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I love and enjoy working with children especially with babies. I worked at a daycare in the baby room for 5 years. I completed all my stars required by the State of Washington, child and infant CPR, which I keep renewing with time. After this, one of the families from the daycare contacted me to nanny their 3 children, at their...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I am writing this review about our former nanny, Betty, who is a wonderful and loving nanny. Betty cared for our son for almost one year. She began when he was seven-months-old and stayed with us until he started daycare. We highly recommend Betty as a caregiver...
Leslie I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lihle, I go by my middle name Ziyanda (Zee) and I'm a highly experienced and qualified nanny with years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a strong passion for working with children and I'm dedicated to providing them with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. I'm also a certified CPR...
Lihle can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lihle Is a fantastic caregiver. She is reliable, Punctual, and very kind. I highly recommend her."
Simon C.
Sara M.
Seattle, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hey families! My name is Sara, I'm 28 years old, and I've spent over 9 years caring for and tutoring children of all ages (Including experience with twins and newborn). Working with kids is my passion, and I bring patience, communication, and organization to everything I do.
I love creating fun, engaging experiences for...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I absolutely love Sara ! She is very reliable, responsible and punctual. The kids adore her ! She brings a lot of enthusiasm to work and also a positive attitude."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi,
My name is Maggie. I've been working as a nanny for 5+ years. My nannying approach is gentle, nurturing, engaging and safe. One reason I enjoy being a nanny is getting to watch a little human grow up and being a part of their milestones. I love to observe how they interact with the world as they grow while helping them...
Magaly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is friendly, lovely, and great with kids. We do some play dates together and Maggie is awesome. She enjoy to play, teach and play pretend with kids."
Paulina R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm fully vaccinated, I speak Mandarin and English. Mandarin is my native language. I have an Early Childhood Education college degree, I was a preschool teacher for 10 years. I have 4 years of nanny experience including 2 years nanny share.
I have a clean drive record. I am an excellent preschool teacher, I plan fun...
Xiaojuan can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 and a half years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I am looking for something with consistent hours, preferably 20-30 hours a week.
Noelle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mariye, and I have nine years of childcare experience with children of all ages, from newborns to teens. I'm certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED, and Anaphylaxis/Epinephrine Auto-Injector through the American Red Cross. I've also worked as a student teacher and teaching assistant in preschool,...
Mariye can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mariye was amazing! She arrived right on time with a great smile on her face and introduced herself to my kid and me with a professional but playful attitude! She was incredible through the entire day! Taking my kid for walks, cooking with them, and playing with...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tina I recently graduated from University of Washington. I have over 9 years of experience with taking care of kids ages ranges from infant to 13 years old. I currently work at a day school on the week days and the place I currently work at we provide quality care for children ages six weeks through pre k. I am...
Tina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Tina was very punctual was able to take care of assigned tasks. She is proactive doesn't need too much direction and can get along with pets."
Satyajit M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Welcome to my profile! My name is Lindsey and I am a 20-year-old college student at WSU! I will be home for the summer and am looking for a wonderful family to nanny for this summer! I will be home until early August. I have babysat for years, as well as last summer I was a nanny for a family with three kids with ages...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We feel so fortunate to have met Lindsey! She bonded with our son right away and he adores her. Lindsey is reliable, responsible, great at communication, fun, and creative. I cannot say enough good things about her. We are sad that our time with her is over for...
Leisa O.
5.0
(3)
*** I am booked thru August ***
I have a passion for education and get energy from the curious nature of children. I currently work full-time as an elementary school teacher in the Seattle School District.
I have my Master's in Education (Early Childhood Education), a teaching certificate, BAS (Early Childhood Education), and...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Natasha has many years of experience working with children. She is passionate about their development and has a great talent at caring for them. I would highly recommend her."
Loriah R.
Anna H.
Seattle, WA
$34-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, families! I am an experienced, reliable nanny hoping to find and match with my next amazing family!
About me:
I'm a native Minnesotan who's excited to move to the Seattle area in September. For the last 6 years, I've been working with primarily infants and toddlers. I have a child-led, intuitive approach to caregiving...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Anna was great with my kids (infant, toddler, and preschooler) and my dogs. They loved her! Everything about my experience was positive. I would 100% recommend hiring Anna to watch your kids or pets."
Megan J.
Cara G.
Seattle, WA
$20-60/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience caring for children and studying child development. I have a master's degree in Child Studies from Vanderbilt University, and started my PhD in Child Clinical Psychology at the University of Washington in Fall 2022. I have limited availability for this reason, but I am potentially free for one-off or...
Cara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cara is incredible. She's so kind, thoughtful, and dependable. My son loves being with her. We've been so lucky to have Cara watch our son several times in the past few weeks. She's great with him during the day and at night. Cara is very knowledgeable about kids...
Kelsey B.
3.8
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aleea. Passionate in early childhood development. I've worked with all ages including special needs and ready to offer care.
I have 6 years of professional childcare experience and this last year I was given the opportunity to be on an amazing team of teachers in Bellevue for gifted children and am currently a...
Aleea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved Aleea! My toddlers had a great time with her."
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Julia Q.
Seattle, WA
$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Julia. I am a recent college grad looking for some part time work. I have 9 years of experience of all ages, mostly 6-8-year-olds. I can help with Travel and Errands. I love to get kids active and do fun crafts.
Julia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia is wonderful! She is always prompt, communicative and professional. Most importantly, my 17 month old daughter loves being with her! She keeps her entertained and safe. I highly recommend Julia."
Sarah V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 27 years old and I from Mexico , I have live in Seattle for the three last years, I was an aupair for two years, I have experience with babies, toddlers and older kids.
* strong driver & Washington Driving licensees.
* friendly, Responsible, energetic
* Bilingual( Spanish & English)
* CPR+ Aid certificated and fully...
Fernanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great with both my kids, very engaging and attentive while also giving updates as needed. Did a great job with bed time came home to two tucked in and happy 4 & 6 year old. Definitely will be using her again."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Seattle, WA
Amanda M.
5.0
Amanda has been caring for my 1.5 yr old daughter full time for a few months while we’ve been on a daycare wait list. She is amazing with her. She is super communicative and trustworthy and kind, and FUN! My daughter absolutely loves her and has the best time with her. Amanda keeps me informed on...
- Care member
Olga Z.
5.0
Olga has worked with our family since 2018 and consistently demonstrated conscientiousness, a passion for child care and a unique sense of humor. My 2 toddlers quickly warmed to her, love her Russian lullabies and laugh with her often. Olga communicates promptly (if ill or delayed), and understands...
- Colette H.
Kaitlyn W.
5.0
We recently had the pleasure of having Kaitlyn (Kitty) as a temporary nanny for our two children, aged 7 months and 2 years, over a three-week period. She was consistently punctual and demonstrated profound knowledge and expertise in childcare. Not only did she efficiently manage over 30 hours a...
- Cassie F.
Ellary C.
5.0
Hiring Ellary was a great decision. She helped give my boys an amazing Summer! I trusted her 100% with my boys.
- Carolyn P.
Betty F.
5.0
Betty was the full-time nanny for our boys from December 2019 to October 2022. She is incredibly loving, affectionate, and hardworking. Both boys love her. Our younger son starts laughing and clapping his hands when she walks into our kitchen in the morning. And our older son shouts "Betty!" when...
- Greg 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 1,072 babysitters in Seattle, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 $24.83 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 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 Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Seattle, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 500 reviews of the 1,072 listed babysitters.