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633 child care providers are listed in Tacoma, WA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Tacoma, WA

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Joy K.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Grandmother Who Loves Spending Time With Little Ones

5.0

(2)

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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 who all live in the Seattle/Tacoma area. I have just secured my own apartment here in Tacoma. I have a background check I would be willing to share with you and referrals from other families I have worked for if you would like. I do have...
Joy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She was kind and attentive to my kiddos! I look forward to working with her again!"

Beth H.

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Stephanie D.


Tacoma, WA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Steph

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Throughout my life I have worked with little ones. I have been teaching preschool for the past 16 years as well as nannying. I have my degree in early childhood and elementary education. I love being on a family team, helping each little one explore and nurture their unique growth. I follow creative curriculum, STEAM, trauma...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Stephanie was absolutely amazing. She took wonderful care of our sweet cat while we were away on vacation. She went above and beyond with care and communication. It was easy to see that our cat enjoyed her company. I would highly recommend Stephanie!"

Allie C.

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Alexandra Z.


Tacoma, WA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Is Available Part Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Mom of 2 that has over 6 Years of Nanny experience ranging in ages 12 weeks- 12 years. Looking for week nights and/or weekend hours.
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alexandra has worked for us intermittently since June 2012. Our 4.5 year old son LOVES her and so do we. She is professional, reliable, energetic and does an excellent job engaging our son in activities. She also is skilled at identifying when he needs space and...

Rachel G.

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Mailani C.


Tacoma, WA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Mailani, I go by Mai (pronounced May). I am a very experienced nanny as well as an art teacher. I focus on sensory play and building confidence through play and art. I have experience nannying infants as well as ages 6-12 years. I have nannied for a professional athlete as well as overseas. Prior to Covid, I...
Mailani can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Had a great first impression of May when she came for an in-person interview. She very quickly connected with our toddler and it was obvious she was a kind and caring person. Our daughter loved playing with her. Would have made a great nanny for us,...

Karthikeyan M.

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Erica B.


Tacoma, WA

$20-34/hr8 yrs exp

Patient & Fun

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Erica. A little about me, I'm married with 2 amazing kiddos. I've watched kiddos on & off majority of my life. Know that when your kids are with me, safety and love is my first priority always. You can have peace of mind that I'm treating your baby like my own. If you'd like more information, feel...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"very nice person, very understanding and willing to go out of her way to accommodate families in the time of need."

Rochell R.

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Endia C.


Tacoma, WA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Endia, a little bit about myself I'm passionate about outdoor activities like camping, swimming , kayaking and hiking, which our beautiful area offers. As a childcare provider, I love sharing my enthusiasm for the outdoors and fostering creativity through art with kids. With years of experience including...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Endia was so great! She came through for me last minute and was so flexible. She arrived early. Was perceptive to what our kiddo needed. Was great to work with. Would highly recommend and plan to use her again! "

Allie H.

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Olivia P.


Tacoma, WA

$18/hr8 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I am a college senior with over 5 years of babysitting/nanny experience. I love to play games, play outdoors, and do art projects with kids. I also don't mind helping out with homework or other chores. I'm happy to cook and help with housekeeping if you let me know what needs to be done. I am First Aid, CPR, and lifeguard...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Olivia worked for me since she was 10 years old as a moms helper and she still helps me when she's back home. She's helped with my kids from infancy to age 10. She's wonderful. She even helped run a summer camp in my backyard with 10 kids. She is responsible,...

Emily C.

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Ibia M.


Tacoma, WA

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ibia! I am an experienced nanny and home care aid of 4+ years. I am a mom of a 18-month-old boy and am looking for an opportunity to bring him with me or care for your little ones in my home. I've found that as he grows, playing and interacting with other kiddos has been an essential part of their development and...
Ibia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Ibia is a wonderful and trustworthy babysitter. She always responds to messages and shows up on short notice. Our daughter loves her, I highly recommend her."

Jessica C.

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Casey F.


Tacoma, WA

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

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, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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.

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Shambria F.


Tacoma, WA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Educational!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is shambria but I prefer sham . I moved to El Paso 3 months ago from Alabama. I'm a wife with a 5-month-old baby boy named J! I'm currently jobless and this would be a great fit for me since I love kids! I love to cook , clean , help with arts and crafts and homework! Back home , I always use to care for my little...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sham is one of the nicest women I've ever met!! She has always been there when I need her, regardless of what she has going on personally. She has taken care of my kids before when I needed it & they absolutely love her!! But she's also an amazing mom herself, so...

Sarah C.

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Zynia S.


Tacoma, WA

$34/hr8 yrs exp

Happy Helper

Experienced caregiver, reliable and patient, with a decade of expertise in childcare. My personal experience as a mother enriches my professional skills, ensuring a safe, supervised, and stable environment. CPR Certified 5/13/2023-5/13/2025
Zynia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Zynia is caring and kind. She loves to help kids and the elderly. She's prompt and willing to learn."

Care member

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Christina B.


Tacoma, WA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Fun And Dependable Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Christina. I am 37 years-old. I am full of life and happiness. I am the oldest of five siblings and numerous cousins. I very much enjoy spending time with kiddos as well as elderly folk. I love reading books with them, going on hikes, exploring nature, and in general being a fantastic companion. I also have...
Christina can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Christina is a wonderful woman, fun loving and a sweet mother. She interviewed very well, and while I did chose someone else for the position, she was nearly hired for this position. She was half an hour early to the interview, calm and patient with the...

Yonten B.

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Stormi L.


Tacoma, WA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I'm stormi I'm 19 years old and im six months pregnant with my first!; I'm in search of a full time nanny/babysitting job also date nights! I charge hourly 15 for one child and so on, but I can always work with you if your in need! I do fun arts and crafts, outside time, learning but in fun ways, and cooking safely with...
Stormi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Stormi is one of the most caring people I know. She is attentive, makes sure the kids are fed, changed, and cared for. She is a regular sitter for our 6 year old. He adores her and cannot wait to have her watch him again. 10/10 would recommend her!"

ANNA H.

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Angelina B.


Tacoma, WA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Patient And Attentive Caregiver Will Put Your Kids First

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Angie and I am a 39-year-old military wife and mother. Over the years, I have helped care for kids ranging from newborn to teenager. For two years, I was both Cubmaster and a den leader for Pack 23 of the Cub Scouts in San Antonio, Texas. Due to my time with the scouts, I am comfortable handling multiple...
Angelina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Angie is everything we had hoped to find in a caregiver and more. We are busy first time parents who often work from home with a 7 month old and some interesting pet dynamics to navigate. Angie handles everything in stride and I think my neurotic dog likes her more...

Anna L.

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Drew O.


Tacoma, WA

$16-18/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Affordable And Health-Conscious Nanny Available!

Looking for a fun, familiar place for your child to go while you're away? How about a quiet space to do your work at home? Need somebody who can nurture your child's physical and emotional health? You've come to the right place! My home is full of educational, fun packed days! Rest assured knowing that your child will be off of...
Drew can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Drew is very mindful about everything she does - especially when it comes to her children. She is conscious about everything her children consume, whether that be the food they eat, the words they hear, etc... She is extremely caring and calm."

Emily O.

Child care centers in Tacoma, WA

Children's Adventure Learning Center

9417 S. Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA

4.3

(6)

5.0
"The owners and their employees are very nice and very professional in dealing with their customers. The center is exceptionally clean and safety is their number one priority. Highly recommended!"

Care member


Time For Tots Child Care Center

3902 N Cheyenne St, Tacoma, WA

Time For Tots Child Care Center is an educational childcare program provider located at 3902 N Cheyenne Street, Tacoma, Washington. The center can accommodate a maximum of 24 children in its safe and secure facility. Time For Tots Child Care Center serves children ages 12 months to 5 years 11...

Kid's Country Child Care & Learning Centers

1806 S Mildred St, Tacoma, WA

Kid's Country Child Care is a full serviced and licensed learning center that focuses on encouraging kid’s self-confidence and positive self-image. Susana Gonzales is currently the director. The center is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:30 pm.

Cascade Christian Frederickson Early Learning Center in Tacoma, WA is a childcare and a center that serves families with children from Preschool to Pre-Kindergarten by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable child care. Their curriculum aims to provide a variety of activities such as Kindergarten...

Warner Street Day Care Center

4347 South Warner Street, Tacoma, WA

Warner Street Day Care Center is an educational child care provider located at 4347 South Warner Street, Tacoma, Washington and serves children ages one to twelve years old. The school offers a safe environment where every child can play, learn and develop and express their individuality. Warner...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Tacoma, WA

Joy K.

5.0

She was kind and attentive to my kiddos! I look forward to working with her again!

- Beth H.

Stephanie D.

5.0

Stephanie was absolutely amazing. She took wonderful care of our sweet cat while we were away on vacation. She went above and beyond with care and communication. It was easy to see that our cat enjoyed her company. I would highly recommend Stephanie!

- Allie C.

Alexandra Z.

5.0

Alexandra has worked for us intermittently since June 2012. Our 4.5 year old son LOVES her and so do we. She is professional, reliable, energetic and does an excellent job engaging our son in activities. She also is skilled at identifying when he needs space and time alone. Additionally, she...

- Rachel G.

Mailani C.

5.0

Had a great first impression of May when she came for an in-person interview. She very quickly connected with our toddler and it was obvious she was a kind and caring person. Our daughter loved playing with her. Would have made a great nanny for us, unfortunately our schedules didn't match up so...

- Karthikeyan M.

Erica B.

5.0

Erica and her daughter Viviana were a blessing for my son G. She was always flexible with our crazy schedule and really helped in stressful situations when we had to move. G was always extremely happy and smiling when I went to go pick him up. He was taken care of extremely well and he'll miss...

- Joshua H.

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Ratings for Tacoma, WA child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Child Care Providers in Tacoma, WA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 384 reviews of the 633 listed child care providers.