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60 babysitters are listed in University Place, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in University Place, WA
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Galiya. I have been babysitsince 2015. Prior to this I babysat on a regular basis for my friends. I also help with children's ministry at my church. I have babysitting experience with children of various ages (from 8 month to 14 years old).
I speak Russian, English and trying to learn Spanish. I am a...
Galiya can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"We had Galiya watch our son from 18 months to 3.5 years of age. She is kind, dependable, organized and fun. Galiya follows direction well and uses common sense and logic when dealing with things like illness or food preparation. She loved to take our son outdoors...
Laura M.
Stephanie M.
University Place, WA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible Babysitter - Certified Teacher
Hi there! I am a certified art teacher looking to pick up some babysitting hours!
I am comfortable with large groups of kids of any age. I can sit for date nights, all-day weekend adventures, and even support online-school/tutoring. I do currently have a full-time teaching job but am free most evenings starting at 5 - depending...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jillian D.
University Place, WA
$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Fun, Energetic And Responsible Babysitter With 4.5 Years Of Experience!
Hi, I'm Jillian!
I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic babysitter with 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I love engaging kids in fun, creative, and educational activities while ensuring their safety and well-being. Whether it's helping with homework, preparing meals, or planning fun games, I strive to...
Miranda R.
University Place, WA
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
With a graduate degree and experience caring for children of different age groups, I'm passionate about wanting to positively impact children's lives and support families.
If you're looking for a reliable and friendly caregiver, I'm the perfect fit. I'm confident in my ability to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment...
Zahary M.
University Place, WA
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm a friendly and patient caretaker with over a year of experience providing childcare for families. I love the idea that I can be of help to parents who need it. I grew up with a good amount of structure at home so I'm comfortable enforcing household rules.
When it comes to communicating with parents, I believe in keeping an...
Zahary can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Kayla E.
University Place, WA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Kayla. I have been caring for and teaching children since the age of 14. I also have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. My 10+ years of experience have taught me how to identify the needs of children and work with families to meet those needs.
My teaching background has made me a homework expert. I...
Lwandiswa M.
University Place, WA
$19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a natural caregiver with a passion for nurturing young minds and contributing to their development. With three years of experience, I've honed my skills in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children. My calm and patient nature, coupled with my creativity, ensures that every day is filled with enjoyable and...
Lwandiswa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Gina! I'm a nanny and absolutely it. I've been caring for kiddos for 15 plus years and can't see myself doing anything else. I'm also a mom of a 13-year-old son and an 17-year-old daughter. I live in University Place, and have my own reliable transportation with full-coverage insurance. I've cared for children...
Gina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello there my name is Joy and I am a 56 yr old mom of 3 grown sons and a 6 yr old grandson and 10 yr old granddaughter who all live in the Seattle/Tacoma area. I have just secured my own apartment here in Tacoma. I have referrals from other families I have worked for that I'd love to share with you. I do have my own car and can...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She was kind and attentive to my kiddos! I look forward to working with her again!"
Beth H.
Mary L.
Tacoma, WA
$30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Bilingual Nanny Available In Gig Harbor/UP/Tacoma/Seattle Area, 9+ Years Of Childcare Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a responsible, mature and organized person, and I have been working w/ children over the last 9 years, occasional babysitter, au pair, nanny in-out, I've worked w/ kids from different ages,
About myself I'm educated and a psychologist in my home country
l'd describe my personality as a patient, caring and responsible...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mary is awesome! I can't say enough good about her. She cared for my daughter for 2 years. She taught her Spanish, potty trained her, took her on walks, to the park, library, indoor playgrounds, etc. She was always sweet with my daughter. She sent me updates...
Annishia H.
Ludmela V.
Tacoma, WA
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am excited for the opportunity to provide care for your family!
I have a lot of experience with childcare, your kiddos will be in good hands. I have worked as a full time nanny for a 1-2-year-old child (happy to provide a reference). I am also one of 10 kids and spent a lot of my childhood/young adulthood taking care...
Ludmela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ludmela was positive, friendly and appropriately inquisitive. She had to deal with a couple challenges with our 1 and 4-year-old daughters during the night and got through it and got them to sleep (and go back to sleep) through the night. Our 4-year-old enjoyed her...
Joshua M.
5.0
(1)
My name is Julieth . I am currently working as a stay at home caregiver in Gig Harbor. My main priorities are two young girls ages six and 10 as well as an elderly women with alzheimers. Also, I am a college student at Tacoma Community College, and I am aspiring to be an RN. As of right now, I have my CNA certification.
I have...
Julieth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Julieth is a wonderful person and I would highly recommend her. She is trustworthy and invested in doing the best job possible!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Zoie. I am a junior in college and am familiar with Care. com. I have been working with children for about three years now! I love taking care of babies and kids especially 1 year-10 years old. I worked at the YMCA for a year and a half. While there I was a part of the Youth Program working in the Drop-in...
Zoie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoie is a responsible, kind hearted, and caring person. Both as a person and as a worker. She has always showed compassion and kindness towards everyone she meets. Zoie is an exceptional employee who strives for success to make sure not only the kids at work are...
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Casey F.
Tacoma, WA
$12-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Formerly a Girl Scout counselor and AVID tutor, I took some time off from childcare to be a flight attendant then a server, but joint issues have brought me back to my first love. Up til September, I was caring for two 3-year-old boys and a 6-year-old girl Monday through Friday. One of the boys just finished potty training, so...
Casey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"I have used Kasey as my primary sitter for well over a year now. She is flexible, reliable, and sensitive to my employment hours. She has been remarkably able to take care of my toddler with a wide range of early and late hours, at short notice, and even after...
John G.
Miranda C.
Tacoma, WA
$14-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have experience with newborns to kids 8 years old. I have a car and am CPR/BLS trained. I have been a literacy tutor at an elementary school for the past two years. I am looking to make the transition into being a nanny/ babysitter full time. I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors, arts and crafts, reading and baking with...
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miranda has a lot of energy that proved helpful in keeping up with my rambunctious 2 year old."
Ciara C.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a reliable and positive caretaker. I love kids I have worked with kids numerous times especially outside of the normal home setting. Prior to Covid I used to work at a kids theatre camp where we would put up a musical within so I have experience teaching choreography, singing, arts and crafts etc. Besides working at a...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is so amazing with our 2 year old! I cannot believe how patient she is. She engages with our daughter with pretend play and is super active with her. She’s also great with our dog and 2 cats. If you want a kind, reliable, hardworking caregiver, Sydney is the...
Care member
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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, happy to have you in my profile!
I'm married to my best friend and together we live a happy life with our pups Bumi and Cass.
I've been working in childcare for 8 years now, including my time as an Au Pair between 2017 and 2019. I prefer to work with younger kids, but I'm experienced with all different ages. I have a good...
Bruna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We give Bruna our highest recommendation for her childcare skills. We have been fortunate to have Bruna in our lives over the last couple of years providing babysitting services both during regular daytime hours as well as in the evenings and at night. Bruna is...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am available to sit after this Christmas week. Indefinitely. If you need a full time sitter, I am available to serve your family.
I have more than 4 year experience sitting other children other than my own family members, and I have mode of transportation to come to your house.
*CPR certified
*experienced daycare...
Mercy can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mercy is a kind and dependable person. So kind and loving."
Margaret M.
4.6
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Margaret but most people call me Maggie. I'm 24 years old & have my associate's degree in arts. I currently work at an elementary school as a special education para educator but have lots of availability since I only work when the kids are in school. I have a valid drivers license and a clean driving record. Open to...
Margaret can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Really good with my kids and is very helpful with some of the cleaning when she gets a chance. She's always going above and beyond for the kids I would recommend her to anyone !"
Catherine N.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in University Place, WA
Galiya M.
5.0
We hired Galiya for a date night and she did a wonderful job with our 4 boys!
- Lynette Y.
Joy K.
5.0
She was kind and attentive to my kiddos! I look forward to working with her again!
- Beth H.
Mary L.
5.0
Mary's such a lovely nanny, who gained my child respect in a couple of minutes, she is fun and smiley, she is a safe driver and took my child to the park to play with the sprinkles which she loves it, Mary is punctual, responsible, mature and attentive, I would love to keep working with her when me...
- Care member
Ludmela V.
5.0
Ludmela was positive, friendly and appropriately inquisitive. She had to deal with a couple challenges with our 1 and 4-year-old daughters during the night and got through it and got them to sleep (and go back to sleep) through the night. Our 4-year-old enjoyed her company and was disappointed she...
- Joshua M.
Julieth R.
5.0
Julieth is a wonderful person and I would highly recommend her. She is trustworthy and invested in doing the best job possible!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in University Place, WA:
How can I find a University Place babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in University Place, 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 8 babysitters in University Place, WA on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 University Place, WA?
The average rate for University Place, WA babysitters on Care.com is $19.75 per hour as of April 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 University Place, WA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in University Place, 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.