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Janaya Fra

Janaya Fra
Balch Springs, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Hi, nice to meet you!

Hi, my name is Janaya and I have experience with watching my three younger siblings and also with teaching at a swim school as an instructor. I would love to help!

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $16 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Balch Springs for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 12 years experience working with children
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 23 years old
    • Drivers license
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have three siblings two which are 9 and a 14 year old. I also worked as a swim instructor for children.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Sonyia Walls

Sonyia Walls
Denton, TX

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

You came to the right place!

Hello to all! My name is Sonyia I go by Lynn😊 I have a lot of experience in child care because I basically raised my siblings, nieces, and nephews! I love kids and all kids that are in my care is always taken care of because I do not let no kid go without anything! I am located in Denton, TX. Feel free to message me if you need me🤗

Babysitter $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel within Denton for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

-

Day

-

Arvo

-

Eve.

-

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 7 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Police check
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Cooking

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Zhya Jackson
Forney, TX

Activity summary

Member since: May 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $13 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • Dog walking (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Forney for work.

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Zhya For Free

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Kaniya Jernigan

Kaniya Jernigan
Dallas, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Dec 2022

Welcome message:

Hello I’m kaniya I’m still in high school I’m 18 and every since I was 10 my mama was always at work and every evening I came home from elementary school I would watch my baby brother then as I got older I started watching my cousins and friends and every since then I fell in love with babysitting so I hope I will be a good fit your you and your child

Babysitter $17.50 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Dallas for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • 20 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I’m still in high school

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature

Contact Kaniya For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Kanesha  Rivens

Kanesha Rivens
Dallas, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Hola ? Friends

Looking to meet new families that are in need of great quality childcare services for an affordable price!

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Dallas for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

- - - - -

Nite

- - - - -

I'm available for:

  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 19 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (completed)
  • 7 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 38 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have been in childcare for over 15 years, my background is mostly in toddlers but i have experience with all ages. I hold my CDA credentials 🪪 in infant/toddler. Been a director for 9 years now and I love what i do.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Kanesha For Free

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Yahire Ramirez

Yahire Ramirez
Terrell, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Hello I'm Yahire!!

Hello!! I'm Yahire. I'm 18 years old a recent high school graduate and currently attending college. I am the youngest in my family but have taken care of my younger nephew and nieces. I own five dogs, A Belgium Malinois, Great Pyrenees, Pointer mix, Great Pyrenees Mix, and a Chihuahua. I've also worked with live stock as my family owns both cows, goats, and chickens. Am flexible with my schedule but I cannot work Tuesdays and Thursdays as I again attend college. I look forward to meeting you!!

Babysitter, Parent helper $11 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Terrell for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
    • Email verified

Hello! I'm Yahire a current college student I have a certificate in MA (Medical assistant) I'm advanced CPR certified. I have a high school diploma and currently working on my associates degree.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Hannah Coburn

Hannah Coburn
Dallas, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Oct 2024

Hannah Coburn

Hi! I am Hannah Coburn, I am a college student at Dallas Baptist University. I am from Keithville, Louisiana and I am 18 years old. I am a biology pre-med major with dreams of becoming a pediatric surgeon. I have been a nanny over the summer for the past 4 years as well as babysitting on weekdays and weekends transporting kids to and from activities. I am experienced when it comes to cooking meals, preparing lunches, taking kids to and from extra-curricular activities. I also have experience with spending the weekends overnight with kids on occasion. Lastly, I am experienced with ages 3 months to 12 years old!

Babysitter $16 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Dallas for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - -

Day

- - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

-

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 5 years experience working with children
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am a biology pre-med student at Dallas Baptist University. I have been a nanny over the summer for the past 4 years as well as babysitting on weekdays and weekends transporting kids to and from activities. I am experienced when it comes to cooking meals, preparing lunches, taking kids to and from extra-curricular activities. I also have experience with spending the weekends overnight with kids on occasion. Lastly, I am experienced with ages 3 months to 12 years old!

My skills and interests:

  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Hannah For Free

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Juliette Rodgers

Juliette Rodgers
Dallas, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Focusing on fun and safety!

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $17 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Dallas for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Computers
  • Writing

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Juliette For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

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Zoey Mitchell

Zoey Mitchell
Little Elm, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Parents need fun too!!

Hello parents~ My name is Zoey Mitchell~ Im 16 and I think id make a wonderful Babysitter for your little tot's :) I love singing, im a great cook, and i absolutely ADORE kids!!! I promise that if you choose me to watch your little ones I'll do an amazing job! Im a very reliable person and you wont regret it!

Babysitter $18 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Little Elm for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - -

Day

- - -

Arvo

- - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 16 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Im still in highschool but i took a childcare class and i have 5 sibling so i know my way around kiddos :)

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Zoey For Free

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Childcare

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Marcina Brown

Marcina Brown
Denton, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Offering Babysitting at $19 an hr !

Hello my name is Marcina! I’m 16. I had to mature at a early age than usual for personal reasons. I look at everything in a positive way! Now I’m able to provide babysitting for others do to my knowledge from helping raising my siblings. I have experience looking after children of all ages ; due to me have 5 siblings. Me being the older sister has taught me alot. I’m able to watch other people’s kiddos due to my childhood watching & caring for my younger siblings. I enjoy taking kids to the park, making fun crafts, meal prepping, cleaning, singing, telling stories! I can ensure you your children are in safe hands while providing fun & structure.

Babysitter, Parent helper $19 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Denton for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Marcina For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

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Babysitting Pay Rates Balch Springs, TX, United States (Nov 2024)

Balch Springs babysitters are paid an average of $16.55 per hour as of November 2024, which is 1.5% higher than the Texan average of $16.31, and 1% lower than the United States average of $16.72. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Balch Springs:
$11.00 $16.55 $20.00
Texas:
$8.00 $16.31 $80.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.72 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)


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Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.