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224 babysitters are listed in Tacoma, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Tacoma, WA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 29-year-old who is a dedicated professional nanny with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to children aged 2 months to 18yrs. I have always been passionate about fostering children's development, creating a fun and stimulating environment, and establishing a strong bond with families. I recently...
Shelby can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Shelby is truly an amazing person and nanny. She blended in with our family and aided in setting schedules and making things consistent. She will always be apart of our family."
Jasmine H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a Para professional who has helped my single mother raise my two younger sisters while working as a One on One Paraeducator at Graham Kapowsin High School. I have had the pleasure of working with a variety of families that I still keep in contact with after finishing long term care for occasional dates on going for...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abbie is amazing! She has always been punctual and actually shows up when you book her. She's great at caring for my two boys and my boys get excited to see her. She is great at following schedules and request you have for caring kids. I highly recommend her if you...
John Teddy H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a nanny with 10 years of professional experience and I am available for date night and have a few days of random availability during the month. I have my degree in elementary education, and I've taken care of children from newborn to 13. I have great references that are available upon request. I am available almost some...
Bethany can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bethany has worked for our family for over three years. She has taken care of my daughter from age 5 months to 3.5 years and son from 5 weeks to 2 years. Bethany has been extremely reliable and flexible with our schedules. She loves our kids and treats them so...
Angharad R.
Hello! My name is Malanda and I am 23 years old. I am currently a recent graduate and I majored in Life Science biology. I have experience with children of all ages and I encourage creativity and compassion!
Malanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I'm willing to get things done around the house
Yadira can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I am a passionate and Enthusiastic early childhood teacher with strong play-based philosophy, expertly managed infant/toddler classrooms, supporting students with diverse special educational needs. educational staff and team work.
Also I got Portable Background Check (PBC) it's been processed and cleared. I'm authorized to have...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
I babysit regularly, for both family and friends, usually ranging in age from babies to early teens. I love working with kids and am currently a Pre-K teacher. I have also volunteer at my church and have interned with children's ministry.
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I'm based in Tacoma and work as a Life Insurance Broker, but I'm looking for a part-time role to bring joy and balance into my life. In 2021, I nannied for a family with two kids (2 & 4 years old) for about a year and loved it. I'm pretty flexible with my current job and want a consistent schedule with a family where I...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Lillian, and I've worked in childcare for eight years. I mainly look after little ones aged 0 to 5, but I've taken care of kids and teens of all ages.
I love coming up with fun and educational activities to keep kids entertained and learning. I'm great with feeding, sleep schedules, and making sure every child...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I am Allison! I have 3 years of experience with babysitting and taking care of children. I am a college student at Pacific Lutheran University, I am the oldest of two younger sisters, and I have been a church camp counselor and vacation bible school leader all throughout high school. I can help with Travel, Errands, Carpooling,...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 22-year-old woman who loves to care for children. My hobbies include painting, drawing, dancing, playing the Sims, going camping with family & friends, and iceskating. I am very fortunate to grow up into a great big family. I have an outgoing 3-year-old sister who I have been working as a nanny for since she was a...
Avani can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I professionally babysat twin girls for four years until they went to preschool last September and I miss childcare and would love to get back to it.
Saturday -Tuesday I have child care for my own kids so I am open and available to watch yours in your home if you are more comfortable with that but if you are looking for a full...
Aubreyanna can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"My girls (twins) were with Aubrey 5 days a week from infancy to pre school. They both adore her and were always happy to be with her. She helped with potty training, learning letters, and shapes. She loved my babies as if they were her own. "
Care member
Julienne J.
Tacoma, WA
$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Willing To Watch Kids/pets When I'm Not At Work.
I have volunteered at an after-school tutoring program, as well as babysit a special needs boy before and after school. My mom had an in-home daycare growing up so I have experience being in a daycare as well as providing care to many children. My goal is to be able to financially support myself, while taking real estate...
Julienne can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting since I was 12 (I'm 29 now). I have nannied for several families and was a lifeguard and swim instructor for 10 years. I also have been house sitting and pet sitting for years, so I can help out with your family pets too!
I am happy to take your kiddos on outings to the park or the mall, play with them,...
Josie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent college graduate excited to teach and care for youngsters. In college, I created and managed an environmental education outreach program. I loved teaching children K-12 about the planet. I have previous childcare experience with children aged 8 months to 10 years. I have held jobs with multiple families with a...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a mother/baby registered nurse on most days. I just can't seem to stay away from the little ones! I specialize in caring for the youngest of the youngest. I really enjoy what I do.
I'm usually nights as a nurse, comfortable with caring for little ones during the night. Contact me if you need your rest mom or just a night...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
At a young age, my family and family friends always asked my to help caring for their children. Ages ranging from newborn to 12-13 years old. Days consisted of early mornings, late evenings, getting ready for school, transporting, daily adventures and fun activities, chores, cook/prepare food, bed time routines, and overnight...
Kara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
I am the mother of three grown children, and grandmother to four, ages 5, 4, 2 1. I babysit my grandchildren during the week, preparing meals, driving to pre-k and and providing love and attention with enthusiasm and patience. I am a former school librarian and English teacher, now retired. I enjoy reading, fitness walking, and...
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! I am a 24-year-old Tacoma based babysitter. I have cared for children ranging in age from 8 months old to 11 years old. Hopefully I can be the right fit for your family!
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Logan M.
Tacoma, WA
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Logan! I'm 21, Looking For A Job, Great With Kids Of All Ages, Housesit/babysit/nanny/petsit.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as easy-going, nurturing, and creative. I am also known for being able to easily diffuse situations, especially involving children of all ages.
I like working with kids because I grew up around a huge family so it's second nature for me. My experience as a Lifelong Girl Scout and countless volunteer...
Logan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Logan watched my 8 month old daughter and did a great job with her! Also left detailed notes on how the day went. Would hire again."
Jackie F.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Tacoma, WA
Shelby P.
5.0
Shelby is truly an amazing person and nanny. She blended in with our family and aided in setting schedules and making things consistent. She will always be apart of our family.
- Jasmine H.
Abigail L.
5.0
Abbie is amazing! She has always been punctual and actually shows up when you book her. She's great at caring for my two boys and my boys get excited to see her. She is great at following schedules and request you have for caring kids. I highly recommend her if you have a chance to book her!
- John Teddy H.
Bethany M.
5.0
Bethany is fantastic! She has worked with us for almost a year and a half as a full time nanny since our little one was about 4 months old. He absolutely adores her. She has been reliable, dependable and everything we hoped for and more!
- Mark L.
Aubreyanna P.
5.0
My girls (twins) were with Aubrey 5 days a week from infancy to pre school. They both adore her and were always happy to be with her. She helped with potty training, learning letters, and shapes. She loved my babies as if they were her own.
- Care member
Logan M.
5.0
Logan watched my 8 month old daughter and did a great job with her! Also left detailed notes on how the day went. Would hire again.
- Jackie F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Tacoma, WA:
How can I find a Tacoma babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Tacoma, 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 224 babysitters in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, WA?
The average rate for Tacoma, WA babysitters on Care.com is $19.51 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Tacoma, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Tacoma, WA through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Tacoma, WA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 148 reviews of the 224 listed babysitters.