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Find live-in nannies in Gig Harbor, WA that you’ll love

60 live-in nannies are listed in Gig Harbor, WA

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby live-in nannies is 7 years

Live-in nannies in Gig Harbor, WA

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Teresa A.


Gig Harbor, WA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Help - Love And Nurture Your Children

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello... I am looking for a family to assist with their childcare needs. I have over 18 years' experience as a professional nanny/household manager and am looking for a family that just needs part time help with their childcare needs. I have excellent references, have travelled with my past families, own a Lincoln SUV for...
Teresa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Teri watched our son on a weekly basis for the past year. We are so lucky and grateful to have found someone so kindhearted and caring to look after our infant. She was flexible with her schedule, which was so important to us with our frequently changing schedules....

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Olivia S.


Gig Harbor, WA

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families . I grew up in Kirkland, just outside of Seattle, and spent my childhood being outside, playing every sport imaginable and spending time with friends and family. I graduated from Colorado State University in 2021 with a BA in International Studies and Spanish, and a minor in Criminology. I have spent the past...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Lisa A.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Lisa A

Hello! I am a current student at CSU living in Fort Collins. I babysat throughout middle/high school and have experience working with special needs children through school programs. I have always enjoyed working with kids and would love to have the opportunity to babysit/nanny while I am still in school. I am currently looking...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a private nanny for 2 years for 5 children (3 at a time) and have experience with special need toddlers. Prior to nannying I taught Sunday school and was an Awanas leader. I have a passion for living life to its fullest. I love crafts, and "field trips" and making the most out of any day. I went to school for my EMT...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Courtney H.


Gig Harbor, WA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Courtney. A little bit of background on me: My hometown is Gig Harbor, WA but I currently live in Puyallup. I have been surrounded by children my whole life. I aspire to be a pediatrician, I just recently graduated from Central Washington University with my Bachelor's Degree. I have a passion and...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sydney H.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with kids of all ages for about 10 years now with babysitting, nannying, and swim lessons. I have worked with kids from the age of 8 months old to 11 years old. As a child care worker I have help in all aspects of the kids lives that the parents needed from driving the kids to sports and after school to...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kids love her. Sweet, reliable, and easy-going. Is able to follow instructions, is very dependable, and responsible. Mature beyond her years."

Amelia H.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tressanna. I am 23 years old, have my BA from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and live in Tacoma WA. I am an experienced nanny, babysitter, and caregiver for all age groups. I am a licensed CNA and Wilderness First Responder. Additionally, I also hold certifications in CPR, First Aid, Epinephrine,...
Tressanna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tressa was so amazing with my two children (5yo and 18mo old). She made outside time a priority, kept the house from descending into toy chaos, and helped meal prep family dinners. She was dependable, always on time and really became part of our family. We highly...

Katie B.

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Nawanda A.


Port Orchard, WA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Longtime Infant/Toddler Teacher Switching To Nanny

I have 8 years experience working in the early childhood field, all in certified childcare centers. I have experience with ages 6 weeks through to 3 years. I love working with families and being a part of their village! I love being able to care for infants, and watch them grow into their personalities as independent...
Nawanda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Ashley L M.


Port Orchard, WA

$18-26/hr4 yrs exp

Artsy & Fun Sitter W/ Teaching Experience

Hi there! My name is Ashley and I am 22 years old and live in Port Orchard, Washington. Currently, I am finishing my degree in Elementary Education with an Art Teaching Endorsement through WGU (online). Since I can remember, I knew I wanted to be a teacher because I find kids delightful and want to make a difference in their...
Ashley L can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cynthia G.


Lakebay, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am Cynthia (Cindy). I'm a "young" Senior, retired. I'm interested in child care because I think I've done a good job raising my 3 sons. They are all adults living in other states. I miss having them around and my grandchildren! I have a car, good references, and I'm FUN! I am fully vaccinated, and want to bring a...
Cynthia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Bonni L.


Tacoma, WA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bonni and I am a 54-year-old, single women who has recently moved from Woodinville to Tacoma, where my family has lived for 40+ years. I have been a nanny in the child care business for over 20 years and am looking for full or part time employment. I love being with kids and you will receive professional...
Bonni can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Bonni has worked for me over the last year and is absolutely amazing! My girls love her and she s so good with the kids. I'm able to go to work without a worry knowing that my children are safe. She is always on time, takes the girls to parks and a variety of...

Katrina F.

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Sasha W.


Seattle, WA

$26/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I live in the Des Moines area, I have a 2year old son. I'm currently looking for a babysitting/nannying position part time/full time. I can work Monday-Saturday open availability. I have experience with ages 0-12 years old. I've also been a teacher at a daycare for ages 0-5 mainly for infants/toddlers but sometimes I...
Sasha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sasha was great. showed up early and very communicative through out. Thank you. "

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Lillian G.


Seattle, WA

$21/hr8 yrs exp

I've been caring for children since my oldest nephew was born when I was nine. He lived in my house so I got to spend a lot of time with his parents, learning how to take care of him. When I was 10, I started working as a mother's assistant to a 2-year-old and new-born twins. Since then, I've babysat or nannied over two dozen...
Lillian can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Lillian is amazing! Our children love her and we appreciate that they are safe. She is kind, creative, fun and a great listener. "

Darcy B.

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, 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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Ashlie K.


Lakewood, WA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available 15+ Years Experience With All Ages And Stages!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Ashlie, I am currently 33 and live in the Lakewood/Tacoma area. I have had the privilege of working as a Nanny and Household Manager, for over 15 years. Over the years my time has been split working with school aged children, managing day to day life during the school year and summer. While another...
Ashlie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashley was great with our 1 yr old! she kept him busy with activities and well rested during nap time. She kept very detailed notes which was very much appreciated!"

Richard R.

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Monique H.


Federal Way, WA

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Kind And Caring Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nanny who is originally from Ohio but have lived in the Pacific Northwest for 7 years now. I was an English Education major in college and have worked as a nanny/tutor since I graduated from college. I just started a grad school program online to study Film and Media Studies. I have a passion for working with kids and...
Monique can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We are devastated to be moving out of town so we have to lose Monique as our babysitter! She is far and away the best sitter we have had- you can tell she genuinely loves kids and she sent me adorable pictures throughout the day. My daughter hugs her immediately...

Carly H.

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Tereza B.


Lakewood, WA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Creative Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional Nanny/Family Assistant with 8 years of experience. I live in Lakewood, WA so I would prefer to find a family in the Tacoma area, but I am willing to travel further for the right match! Having worked with children of all ages since my studies in Early Childhood Education & Psychology in Europe, I am happy to...
Tereza can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Tereza is wonderful! She is so great with our kid, responsive and dependable. We highly recommend her!"

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Lacey C.


Tacoma, WA

$25-34/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny In U.P.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have many years experience working with kids-ages 3mo to 7 years. Recently working with amazing families I have met through care. com. My standards for childcare are very high. I have a relaxed demeanor and approach situations with love and understanding. I also understand how to be firm and disciplinary. Last year I...
Lacey can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We had used Lacey for our 1 year old son and she was amazing with him. We used him weekly and not just on a one off occasion so our relationship with her was quite developed and we were able to see her interact with our son on numerous accounts and different...

Susie C.

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Mariana S.


Seattle, WA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mariana and I'm from Brazil. I used to work as a kindergarten teacher before I move to the US. I worked for more than 4 years in schools with children from 5 to 11 years and I enjoyed my time with them a lot. My last job in Brazil before I came to US was in a day care center for babies. I came to the US as an Au...
Mariana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Mari was our nanny for over a year. She would still be our nanny but we moved to another city. Mari was a part of our family; as a first time mom I fully trusted her with my son. She has great judgement, is reliable, and great with kids. My son adored her and had...

Neema R.

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Rhiannon W.


Silverdale, WA

$25-29/hr5 yrs exp

Excellent Babysitter

An experienced nanny and former supervisor at a BRS (behavioral rehabilitation facility) for children in a group home like setting. I am very good with following a strict schedule, and able to easy handle kids from ages 6-19 with various needs. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their...
Rhiannon can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rhiannon was a phenomenal nanny to our 3 youngest children! She was always kind to them and always reaching them new things! She’s very education based in the everyday activities with the kids. Our boys love her and always looked forward to her coming to work. She...

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Recent live-in nanny reviews from local parents in Gig Harbor, WA

Teresa A.

5.0

Teri watched our son on a weekly basis for the past year. We are so lucky and grateful to have found someone so kindhearted and caring to look after our infant. She was flexible with her schedule, which was so important to us with our frequently changing schedules. She even would help out with...

- Care member

Sydney H.

5.0

Kids love her. Sweet, reliable, and easy-going. Is able to follow instructions, is very dependable, and responsible. Mature beyond her years.

- Amelia H.

Tressanna R.

5.0

Tressa was so amazing with my two children (5yo and 18mo old). She made outside time a priority, kept the house from descending into toy chaos, and helped meal prep family dinners. She was dependable, always on time and really became part of our family. We highly recommend Tressa :)

- Katie B.

Bonni L.

5.0

Bonni has been so awesome and reliable the last 3 years. She’s always early and happy to help. We’re still having Bonni as our after school nanny. We love Bonni and always happy to be a reference.

- Care member

Sasha W.

5.0

Sasha was great. showed up early and very communicative through out. Thank you.

- Care member

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Live-in Nannies in Gig Harbor, WA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed live-in nannies.