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55 in home child care are listed in Bellingham, WA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years
In home child care in Bellingham, WA
Lavaun V.
Bellingham, WA
$25-31/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny & Family Support Specialist 6+ Years Of Caring For Kids And Homes
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lavaun, a compassionate nanny and household manager with over 6 years of experience helping families thrive. As the big sister to three amazing young men and a proud auntie to two wonderful little girls, I deeply understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment for children to flourish. I'm...
Lavaun can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lavaun has been watching my daughter from 6 months to now 4 years old. She is very dependable and great with kids. My daughter is starting school, only reason I am not using her services as much. Highly recommend her for child care."
Alysha N.
Monica F.
Bellingham, WA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver For Children, Elderly, Pets, Plants And Homes
5.0
(2)
I'm a Mom who raised my three wonderful kids. Volunteered for the Red Cross at 13. Babysat from 15 years old and up. First job was at a daycare. Worked in indoor plant maintenance and sales. Worked as a nanny when my kids were little. Have had my own house cleaning and pet sitting business since then for over 25 years. I...
Monica can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Monica was a nanny to my then 6 month old son. She was dependable, interactive, and overall fantastic for taking care of my child, dog, and home. "
Ariel T.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a creative and kind queer person who values multigenerational connections! For three years, I worked directly with school-aged children in educational support and afterschool learning. I am a Certified Integrated Movement Therapist (C-IMT) with a particular focus on working with LGBTQIAA+ folks. IMT is a somatic,...
Lizz can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lizz has watched my two kids (5.5 & 3.5) several times. Lizz is incredibly attentive, caring, safe, and most importantly my kids loved them. My kids have a lot of energy and Lizz always keeps them busy and active and is really good at setting boundaries and...
Dana G.
Emma H.
Bellingham, WA
$20-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Growing up, my mom ran a daycare business through our home, and from a young age I enjoyed helping out and taking care of the children my mother took care of. She often worked with infants, and as those infants reached school age, I would become their babysitter, watching them after school as needed. Sine then, I have worked...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emma was great at communicating. She left my place clean and the pets were happy and healthy when I got back. "
Sarah C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I love interacting and caring for kids, especially infants. I have 8 years of experience working with kids and I loved every minute of it! I started out babysitting kids in my neighborhood and then worked as an infant teacher at a daycare close by. I have also nannied for a few families and worked in a home daycare. I'm...
Hanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hanna has looked after our two boys, 3 and 7, a few dozen times for several hours.
She quickly made a good connection with the boys, and at this point they absolutely love her and they ask for her all the time. We trust her to drive them around, and she takes...
Fletcher R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Melissa and I have 9 years of experience, 5 years as a preschool teacher and 4 years as a nanny, working with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Over the years, I learned the importance of the relationship between children and their teachers and caregivers in developing their autonomy, sense of safety,...
Melissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Melissa was our nanny for four years. She was loving, helpful, thoughtful and had a wonderful attitude. She has cared for our youngest starting in infancy to our oldest as a preteen. Her sense of humor and thoughtful approach to caring for children made her a...
Jessica E.
Sarah B.
Bellingham, WA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I grew up in the PNW where I enjoy hiking, camping, and traveling in my spare time. I have 10 years of experience in childcare: both in childcare facilities as well as in in-home nannying positions. I have a BA in Education and Early Childhood Education, as well as many additional childcare-based training credits. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I am thrilled to write this review for our incredible nanny, Sarah ("Meg") who has cared for my oldest son since he was one year old and my youngest son since he was born. Meg has been our nanny both in a nanny share environment with other families, as well as our...
Rebecca K.
4.9
(7)
I have worked in various childcare centers, public schools, homes, etc. caregiving for infants and children including special needs. I have administered nasal tube feeds and belly tube feeds. I also know a lot of sign language. I enjoy doing arts and crafts, taking children for walks, to playground, etc. I have high functioning...
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gina is very reliable, even tempered, caring, and a good communicator. She does her best in every situation and does not give up when things are difficult. She is open to ideas and suggestions and adapts well to change. She cares deeply about those in her...
Karen B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm Kailynn, I have two years of daycare teaching experience, including lead teaching for preschool and Infant! Growing up in a large family with five younger siblings, I had the opportunity to develop my caregiving skills from an early age. These experiences have shaped me into a responsible and compassionate caregiver.
I...
Kailynn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Kaia, she adores our very high energy child and deals with her appropriately and absolutely has our threenager’s heart. She is smart, fun, energetic, and capable. Knows tons of songs. "
Ed D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Dana, I have over 30+ years of experience nurturing and caring for children of all ages. I focus on creative play, inside and outside your home. We can go on walks, play in the park, or go to the library. Indoors I like to keep children busy with art, games, music, and make believe. I am certified as a home...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dana has been a wonderful help to our family. She has been caring for my five-year-old son in the afternoons after half-day preschool since November 2018, and she also occasionally cares for my seven-year-old daughter. Together, they play games, draw pictures, do...
Lana M.
I've been working with kids since I was 13! I'm a trained and licensed dance teacher, which only increased my love for helping children learn and grow with specific skills, and just in general! I have families near and dear to my heart at home whom I nanny for over breaks and in the summer, but I want to make some of those...
Delilah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Marisa V.
Bellingham, WA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Engaging And Fun Sitter Specializing In Developmental Disabilities And Special Needs
I have an AA in psychology and am currently enrolled at Western Washington, pursuing a bachelor's degree as a Recreational Therapist. I am taking the summer off and plan to resume back for the fall. I have taken course work in developmental lifespan psychology along with trauma informed care, and currently certified in CPR, BLS....
Marisa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Holly M.
Bellingham, WA
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Off-duty Girl Scout/Americorps Troop Leader - Creativity/safety/mindfulness/fun!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Holly!
I'm currently working day shifts as an Americorps team member partnered with Girl Scouts of Western Washington! I have lots of free time when not leading my troop, usually in the evening, and would love to continue supporting the youth in my community!
Growing up as the eldest sister, responsibility and fun has...
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I can help your children benefit from learning at home, and you benefit from the time you have to take care of everything else. I am an experienced writer, business manager, and fitness instructor looking to pivot during covid-19, and I see an opportunity to help students in Bellingham succeed despite the challenges that face...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am one of 10 kids and that has given me a life time of playing with, caring for and working with kids, both my siblings and my nieces and nephews. I have been baby sitting since I was 12 years old starting with kids from the church I grew up in, both in large groups at church events and at homes. I have also baby sat...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I am an experienced, faith based child care provider available in the Bellingham area. I have 5+ years of experience caring for infants to elementary-aged kids, ensuring safety, fun, and age appropriate educational and social activities. I also can provide light housekeeping, meal prep and cooking, and general household...
Zoie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Super Mom of one Here Who comes with me to Nanny Everyday! Although, that might sound a little Crazy, I enjoy going to Work just as much as she does. I Love children and will care for yours just like I do my own.
A little bit about me; I grew up with a family of 14 being the 3rd oldest.
I graduated in 2018 at Squalicum High...
Aysha can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Isabel S.
Bellingham, WA
$18-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Izze and I'm a college student and volleyball player at Scripps College. I just returned home for the summer and I'm looking for opportunities to babysit/nanny. I have 4+ years of experience! I absolutely love spending time with kids and doing fun activities with them. I'm a college volleyball player and I grew up...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a non smoker, with a car who loves pets and being outdoors. I have 5 years of experience babysitting for infants and school aged children. I have worked in an infant day care and lead expedition wilderness trips with teenagers during the summers, so I am comfortable with all ages. I am CPR certified and a Wilderness...
Lillian can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello!
I am a recent graduate from Seattle Pacific University who is looking for part-time child care work in the Bellingham area. As someone who has cultivated a passion for working alongside children and families, I have experienced immense joy being able to play a role in supporting children's growth and development!...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Bellingham, WA
Lavaun V.
5.0
Lavaun was easy to communicate with prior to providing care to our 5 month old infant. she did a great job of interacting with our baby. She sent pictures of some of their activities, which was great for our first date away from our infant! she documented all events of eating, diaper changes, sleep,...
- Margaret D.
Monica F.
5.0
Monica was a nanny to my then 6 month old son. She was dependable, interactive, and overall fantastic for taking care of my child, dog, and home.
- Ariel T.
Lizz J.
5.0
Lizz is grounded, caring, mature and wonderful with our 14 months old son. Lizz created an environment of safety, respect and warmth which was immediately reassuring.
Lizz is very COVID conscious and safe, which is a relief. Our family highly, highly recommends them!
- Amaris E.
Emma H.
5.0
Emma was great at communicating. She left my place clean and the pets were happy and healthy when I got back.
- Sarah C.
Hanna G.
5.0
Hanna is absolutely amazing. She nannies for my 7mo old and babysat both our 7mo old and 2year old. She created an amazing bond with my 7mo old and successful managed the chaos of two littles with ease! She communicates well and takes initiative in coming up with activities and completing tasks....
- Madelyn R.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Bellingham, WA
How do I find in-home child care near me in Bellingham, WA?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Bellingham, WA. There are 55 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Bellingham, WA?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of February, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $19.98 for in-home child care providers near you in Bellingham, WA.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Bellingham, WA?
You can compare 55 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Bellingham, WA in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
In Home Child Care in Bellingham, WA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 55 listed in home child care.