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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:

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Francheska Fortunato

Francheska Fortunato
Aubrey, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Babysitting Offered

You can enjoy going out while knowing your kid is having fun at home.

Babysitter $12 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Aubrey 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
  • Public holidays
  • Valentine's Day

My credentials

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

  • 8 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am currently on my 3rd year of high school. I am a honors student, I have been taught CPR training, know how to cook meals, experienced with kids. I have babysitted for my family friends and neighbors. I also understand Spanish and can speak it to a certain level.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Design
  • Writing

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

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Francesca

Francesca
Fort Worth, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Reliable and fun babysitter for your little ones!

Hi I’m Francesca! I am a social officer so you already now I’m positive and uplifting!! I have been babysitting kids for 8 years now and will never get tired of them!! I can have fun with kids, tutor kids, make food for the kids, and be patient with kids. I am responsible and reliable, and I have experience working with special needs kids or kids who struggle with communication!

Babysitter, Parent helper $15 / 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:

  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Fort Worth 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
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 8 years experience working with children
    • I have child car seats
  • General credentials:
    • 17 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hi! I’m Francesca, I am a Northwest Sidekick and our reputation is called”The Sweethearts of Northwest”. I am a public relation for the team, so I am uplifting and positive. I am very responsible, patient, reliable. I’ve been babysitting kids for 8 years now. I’ve worked with a special needs kids for years, and recently worked with kids with communication issues so I help them develop those skills! I am fun to be around and able to help tutor as well!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Sonyia Walls

Sonyia Walls
Denton, TX

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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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Glory Bowen

Glory Bowen
Carrollton, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Babysitter In Carrollton Texas!

Hello my name is Glory Bowen! I am 16 years old as well as an aspiring music teacher! I love working with kids so babysitting is one of the jobs I am really good at. I would love to get to know you and your kids and help assist you to make your lives that much easier. Please feel free to email me at jupiterbowen123@gmail.com or on this website!

Babysitter $14 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • Yard work
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Carrollton 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

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

My skills and interests:

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

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Hailey Scott

Hailey Scott
Fort Worth, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Nov 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper $15 / 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 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

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

I can travel within Fort Worth 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:

  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 19 years old
    • 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
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Writing

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K’Mya Wright
Lewisville, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Need a reliable and dependable babysitter?

Hello, I'm K'Mya! Im a loving and caring teen sitter based in Lewisville, Texas. I offer a long variety of skills for any family like cooking, cleaning, tutoring, pet care, play time, and so much more. Regardless of my age, (I’m 15) , I can assure you I’m very responsible and can be held to a very high standard. I also organize and plan out community service events for my school, mentor middle schools all around the LISD area, and often stay to tutor my peers at school.

I am a Varisty Dance Team member and sometimes I will not be available but, I will always let you know what dates I cannot work ahead of time.

Babysitter, Parent helper $9 / 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 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Lewisville 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
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
  • 2 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have not been babysitting for pay for very long but I have been babysitting for most ages 12 months+ for almost 4 years. I have experience with ADHD and Autistic children.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Cooking
  • Design

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Lucas Lira

Lucas Lira
Denton, TX

Activity summary

Member since: Jun 2024

Offering babysitting at $13 an hour!

Hello! My name is Lucas Lira, I am a Computer Science student at the University of North Texas, I am 21 years old, I have a mom and 2 younger sisters. In order to gain more financial stability and put less strain on my mother I am seeking babysitting opportunities. I have my own vehicle and am willing to do a variety of tasks big and small. My primary care experience is with babies, toddlers, and preschool aged children. I play piano, love to read, and am a great storyteller! I promise that I am an extremely caring individual and can assure you I will care for your child/children as if they were my own!

Babysitter, Nanny $13 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 9 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 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

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

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

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from 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

My credentials

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

  • 11 months experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Asthma training
    • Water safety training
  • General credentials:
    • 22 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Hi! My name is Lucas and I'm a 21-year-old college student studying at the University of North Texas. I'm looking for work as a babysitter/nanny for the summer to help pay my college fees. I have around 7 years of paid and volunteer babysitting experience. I have primarily looked after infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I love to play piano, read, and play board games. Willing to work overnight, can do everything from diaper changes and feeding to bathing and bedtime as well as light housework. Animals are no problem!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Swimming
  • Computers
  • Writing

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Kanesha  Rivens

Kanesha Rivens
Dallas, TX

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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

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Marcina Brown

Marcina Brown
Denton, TX

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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

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Babysitting Pay Rates Little Elm, TX, United States (Nov 2024)

Little Elm babysitters are paid an average of $15.55 per hour as of November 2024, which is 4% lower than the Texan average of $16.20, and 6.9% lower than the United States average of $16.71. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Little Elm:
$9.00 $15.55 $20.00
Texas:
$8.00 $16.20 $80.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.71 $80.00

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


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One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

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.