Hello, I am looking forward to watching your pets,kids or cleaning for you. I am 48, a mother of a 27 yr old daughter who's a nurse, and a 17 yr old daughter. Married to my high school sweetheart.I have 2 grandkids ages 6 and 3. I love kids and have been babysitting off and on for 30 years. I can do school pickups, drop off if in my district. I can watch in my home or yours. We own our home, fenced in backyard. I currently bought a waterslide for Summer time so kids can play. I currently pickup and drop off a not I have been watching for 2 years now. I've grown close to him and his brother and his family. Any questions please ask.
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Tacoma for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
30 years experience working with children
I'm a parent
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
I have child car seats
10 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
48 years old
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Liability insurance
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I am a mother to a 27 year old and a 17 yr old. I have 2 grand kids, I have been babysitting kids for 30 years. I do activities with them over the Summer such as splash pads and indoor activities like jump zones. Occasionally we do a field trip to the Tacoma Zoo. I like to go on hikes and walks which kids seem to enjoy as well. I take them to parks.
Hello, my name is Vanessa and I'm a former Nanny and Professional Chef in Spanaway with over 30 years experience caring for kids of ALL ages. I also have worked with the elderly as an Alzheimer's caregiver. I like to play games, read, and more.
I have worked with kids of all ages, special needs, and large families. My pricing starts at $20/hour but we can arrange for meal prep, tutoring, cooking classes, and more for variable rates. Feel free to text me your childcare needs today!
CPR & first aid certified.
Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $20 / hour
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Spanaway for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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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:
20 years experience working with children
I'm a parent
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
Asthma training
5 years experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
General credentials:
50 years old
Drivers license
I have a car
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I went to culinary school, working my way through school as a nanny. After becoming disabled, I went back to school and have my first degree in cyber security, and am pursuing advanced degrees in cyber security and emergeny management. As a student I have been leading workshops and related activities for groups such as Geek Girl Con, IBM Cyber Day for Girls, Expanding Your Horizons and more.
I greatly enjoy working with children, cooking, reading, crafting, and playing with computers.
My skills and interests:
Music
Singing
Dance
Reading/storytelling
Arts/crafts
Gardening
Cooking
Computers
Writing
Foreign languages
You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:
Hi my name is shatecia harmon. I excited to work with you and your family
Babysitter, Nanny $28 / hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Babies (3 - 12 months)
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Up to 2 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
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Tacoma for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
2 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
First aid training for babies
General credentials:
43 years old
Drivers license
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
I have my associates degree in elementary education and I am currently working on my bachelor's degree in elementary education with minor in early childhood education.
Hello! My name is Marissa and I would love to sit for your loved ones or furry loved ones!
I am 16 years old and live in Tacoma. I attend school throughout the year and have summers off. I love children and consider myself an energenic person who loves outings with littles I have watched before. I am a huge pet lover and have many of my own different pets that I care for! My parents are huge supporters of me and can help with any introductions or references. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile and I look forward to caring for you in the future!
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Tacoma for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
2 months experience working with children
Water safety training
1 year experience working with pets
I'm comfortable with pets
I have pets
General credentials:
17 years old
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Permanent resident
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
My skills and interests:
Music
Drawing/painting
Arts/crafts
Sports
Cooking
Video
Computers
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Babysitting Pay Rates DuPont, WA, United States (Jan 2025)
DuPont babysitters are paid an average of $19.40 per hour as of January 2025, which is 3% lower than the Washington average of $20.01, and 16.2% higher than the United States average of $16.70. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min
Avg
Max
DuPont:
$13.00
$19.40
$28.00
Washington:
$11.00
$20.01
$50.00
United States:
$0.00
$16.70
$80.00
Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)
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