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May N.
- 10 years paid experience
- 11 miles
I have 12 years of babysitter and nanny experience working with kids. I am patient, interact well with children and am also dedicated to the well upbringing and safety of children. Personally I've raised two girls of my own and is currently an empty nester. Now that I'm no longer a full time mom, I'm taking on some part time jobs assisting other busy parents. I'm also comfortable being around pets. My family moved to WA 23 years ago and I turned a full time mom out of choice. During those years I had the joy of caring for my kids and volunteered as a teacher helper when my younger child started elementary school, helping other children in school with reading and art projects. I taught elementary Singapore Mathematics and substituted for challenged students English classes on Saturdays with Northwest Chinese School when my daughters were attending Chinese lessons there for 3-4 years. Also privately tutored some Taiwanese kids and assisted non-fluent English speakers in the library ESL classes over the years. I believe with proper nurturing and providing children with early learning opportunity can enhance positive child development. I highly value quality education. I am good at reading books to kids and enjoy singing children's songs and rhymes with them. I am great at telling time-tested and children-proved stories. I am good at teaching and making art and craft projects. Also able to handle making healthy kids meals and cleaning after kids with ease. Since the past years to date I have been working part time and occasionally for families with kids ranging from 0 months to 12 years old. I have experience with baby and toddler care. I am currently available for date nights and weekends babysitting. Any other details beyond, I'll be glad to divulge during an interview. Thank you for your consideration.
$30–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Kenny H.
May is a kind, caring, and wonderful baby sitter. She is detail ordinated and kept us apprised of her actions and care throughout the time she watched our 1 year old daughter. My wife was very impressed on her ability to put our daughter at ease. We highly recommend May.
Elise D.
- 5 years paid experience
- 11 miles
Hello, My name is Elise. I have been working professionally with children for five years as a nanny, tutor, and camp counselor. When working for families, my goals are providing quality care-giving services while ensuring a fun and safe environment.
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Jarred W.
Elise was wonderful with our 11 month old. She’s a great communicator and you can tell she really loves children. So glad we found her.
Lesley T.
- 5 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Hi my name is Lesley! I've spent years working with kids in all kinds of settings like babysitting babies and toddlers, helping out in kindergartens, and supporting groups of children in different programs. I have my Initial state certificate in early childhood education, I am CPR/First Aid trained. I have all qualifications to work in a licensed Daycare/school. Im interested in learning more about your family and little ones!
$33–37/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Matthew K.
Lesley is awesome! While our 8month old can be very cranky due to teething and being tired post nap, Lesley has been great engaging with her and reads and plays and sings to our baby! Will definitely keep using her
Ashley B.
- 6 years paid experience
- 8 miles
My name is Ashley, and I'm a local nanny with seven years of experience here in Seattle. I've had the pleasure of working with a diverse range of families, providing both full-time care for four families and part-time support for many others. I'm well-versed in caring for children across all age groups, from newborns to teenagers, and have specific expertise in overnight care and caring for twins. I believe in a hands-on approach to nannying, focusing on enriching activities like arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, and engaging trips to the library. I also have practical experience assisting with key developmental stages, including introducing solids and navigating potty training. I'm truly passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I'm excited by the prospect of contributing to your family's well-being. I'd be delighted to discuss how my skills and experience align with what you're looking for.
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Laura M.
Ashley is a phenomenal nanny. She worked for us for 7 months and the only reason she stopped is because my child is going to daycare now. I highly recommend her.
Hani S.
- 1 year paid experience
- 9 miles
Hi! I’m a pre-nursing student who has completed my CNA course and Basic Life Support (BLS) training. I also completed my clinicals at Northwest UW Medical Center, where I gained hands-on experience providing compassionate care in a professional healthcare setting. I’m also a volunteer at Seattle Children’s Hospital, where I have the opportunity to spend time supporting and engaging with children in a pediatric healthcare environment. In addition to my healthcare background, I have paid childcare experience caring for children ranging from 11 months old through elementary school age. I have references available upon request from families I’ve worked with. I’m currently working toward earning my BSN in pediatric nursing because I’m passionate about caring for children. Along with my paid experience, I come from a big family and have spent years helping care for younger relatives, giving me confidence working with children of different ages and personalities. I’m patient, responsible, dependable, and strive to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. Whether it’s engaging in age-appropriate activities, helping with meals, bedtime routines, homework, or simply providing attentive care, I always make each child’s well-being my top priority. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat. I’d love the opportunity to support your family!
$26–30/hr
Recent review:
4.0
Akshi J.
Hani was very responsive and saved us on a last minute request for backup care for our 2 year old. She was engaging and helpful with my son. There was some miscommunication from her end on her availability for the days we requested and that misled us in believing we had backup for the remaining days. She also did not communicate on not being okay with laundry and chopping vegetables when asked. Other than those few things she was great to work with! Highly recommend
Helen G.
- 5 years paid experience
- 13 miles
I’m Helen, I’m 32 years old I have experience with children , I worked in a daycare as lead teacher and babysitting too. I’m honest , organized, friendly, flexible, and hardworking. I’m open to this experience and to learn new things. I have certificates, recommendations, cpr, first aid, food worker card and I love teach them spanish too. My phone number is 8609621034 and I’m more than happy to spend time with your kiddos 😊.
$35–40/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Melissa G.
Helen is amazing! My daughters immediately connected with her and they get so excited whenever we mention Helen coming over now. Helen goes above and beyond and is the only non-relative who has ever succeeded in getting my oldest to actually go to sleep in her own bed at a reasonable time. BRAVO!! 10/10 would hire again (and have! Quite a few times!)
Brittany F.
- 10 years paid experience
- 9 miles
Fun, Caring Babysitter | Weeknights & Weekends Available Hi families! My name is Brittany, and I’m a reliable and caring babysitter with over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages from infants and toddlers to school-aged kids. I currently work full-time as a Special Education Instructional Assistant at a middle school, and I love spending my evenings and weekends providing quality childcare for families. My babysitting hours are flexible. I’m available for both routine or occasional care, weekday evenings, and weekends. My babysitting style is fun, engaging, and attentive. I enjoy reading, singing, playing games, and creating a safe, comfortable environment for kids. I’m also experienced with bedtime routines, meal prep, and keeping children on track with their schedules. Whether you need an occasional date-night sitter or regular evening/weekend support, I’m happy to help. I am CPR and First Aid certified, have reliable transportation, and come with excellent references from families I’ve worked with for years. My goal is always to make sure your children feel safe, happy, and cared for while giving parents peace of mind.
$30–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Meredith S.
Brittany is great with my kids, easy to communicate with, and completely reliable!
Samantha G.
- 1 year paid experience
- 11 miles
My name is Samantha and I am a mother of two youngsters! I have worked for three years as a parent coordinator in co-op preschool with kids from 1 to 5. Additionally, I have nanny experience, new born night care experience and regular babysitter experience. Childcare is by far the best career choice I could have ever made. My approach to childcare is play based and rich in art, books, baking and any other activity kids enjoy. What makes me different from other babysitters is that I come to the job with a range of thoughtful and helpful ideas. Firstly, I help teach children effective solutions for issues that arise for anything from sharing to communicating their needs. Secondly, I go above and beyond to anticipate how I can help parents. This means that at the end of a babysitting night all the toys and dishes are all put back and clean. Lastly, I hope you'll choose me because I am a parent and that gives me an insight into what raising a child feels like. I bring ideas, empathy, and care into my work. I see childcare as a three fold job: caring for the children, the family as a whole and the house. Parents know their children better than anyone so I always take parent input seriously and appreciate any feedback along the way. My schedule: Evenings on weekdays - 7:30pm to 1am. Weekends anytime. My rate is $33/hour for 1 child $35/hour for 2 & 3 children and $ 40 for 4. I can care for up to 6 children in a sitting. (Rates negotiable) Thank you so much!
$30–50/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Sarah R.
Samantha is very warm and friendly! My shy 5 year old warmed up to her right away. She has excellent communication skills and is very organized.
Alison S.
- 10 years paid experience
- 12 miles
I love helping children discover the world around them using all of their senses and capabilities. I use my own observations of the child's interests and abilities as well as communication with the parents and the child to determine what activities to offer him or her. I enjoy forming a deep connection with the children I care for and strive to pass on my love of learning with them. In addition, I consciously model and encourage compassion, kindness, curiosity, experimentation, respect for others, and an appreciation for the natural and material world. Most of all, I hope to show the child that he or she is loved and wonderful just as she or he is! NOTE: I am allergic to cats, so am unable to work in households with them.
$30–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Pia E.
I highly recommend Allison as a babysitter. She is incredibly responsive, super organized, and has the sweetest demeanor. What truly sets Allison apart is her creativity and initiative; she plans engaging activities, like trips to the beach, park, even the pet store. She watched my daughter and her best friend together and she was so amazing at teaching them valuable lessons around sharing and kindness. She is so thoughtful that at the end of each day, she sends a note detailing everything she did with the kids did, along with pictures of them playing together and engaging in fun places. My daughter, who is usually shy, warmed up to Allison immediately, and still talks about her all the time! Knowing she is CPR and first aid certified gives complete peace of mind. We feel incredibly lucky as a family to have met Allison. Any family that has the opportunity to work with Allison will be absolutely thrilled. Pia
Sandra C.
- 4 years paid experience
- 12 miles
Hi, I’m Sandra and I’ve been babysitting for over 5 years now. It’s been such a rewarding experience to work with children of all ages, watching them grow and develop while being able to create fun and safe environments for them. From playtime to helping with schoolwork, I’ve learned how to adapt to different needs and personalities, making sure each child feels comfortable and cared for. Babysitting has truly been a joy, and I’d love to continue helping out families who need an extra hand!
$25–30/hr
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