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196 available babysitters in Mercer Island, WA

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Helen
Booked by 41 repeat families
83 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 100 families in Mercer Island, WA

Hi, my name is Helen! I moved to Seattle after high school and completed my college career here. I've worked most of my life with children and I love it. I love how much character their personalities already have and the energy and joy they bring to the table. I've worked personally for families as well as done babysitting for events where childcare is provided; which has given me a chance to watch wide variety of ages. The imagination that children possess is something to behold, nothing is simply ever just a 'toy' but has a whole story to it. That's a little bit about me! I hope to meet you in person soon!

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Rumana
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Mercer Island, WA

Hello! My name is Rumana, and I'm a recent graduate from UW Seattle. I’m currently studying for the MCAT and babysitting on the side, so my schedule is pretty flexible between the two! I am located in Seattle and can conveniently get to anywhere close by, such as Capitol Hill, but also have a car and can travel farther (as far as Bellevue, Redmond, Renton, etc.) if needed. I love kids and hope to become a pediatrician one day! To me, working with children is incredibly fun and exciting—I love to engage their curiosity and sense of play as a babysitter and help them learn how to be respectful and kind as peers at the same time. I have experience working with kids of all ages, particularly between infants to around 11 years old. When babysitting, I typically help kids read books, play lots of games, as well as do arts and crafts if available in order to stimulate their imagination and creativity. I am happy to help with homework, light housekeeping, and any other responsibilities you might need me to do. I babysat all throughout undergrad, amounting to 4 years of experience doing paid babysitting, and spent an initial 2 years working for a family with three talkative and active kids aged 1, 3, and 5. Afterwards, I began babysitting for many different families independently for an additional 2 years, and am super adaptable to a variety of kids! In terms of availability, I am typically available in the evenings on weekdays and all day on weekends, but again, I can be flexible if needed! Parenting is hard; the most fulfilling aspect of babysitting to me is helping your family maintain balance within your lives amidst busy schedules, and I sincerely hope to use my experience working with kids in my future career!

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Madison
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Mercer Island, WA

Hi, I’m Mady! I’m a Master of Occupational Therapy student at the University of Washington with 7 years of childcare experience and experience providing senior care. I’ve worked as a nanny, preschool teacher, instructional assistant in Seattle elementary schools, after-school tutor, and a senior companion caregiver. My experience includes meal preparation, light housekeeping, organizing schedules and appointments, grocery shopping, engaging children in play and learning activities, and providing dependable companionship and support. I’ve worked with individuals with and without disabilities and enjoy creating supportive, engaging environments. I’d love to connect and find a schedule that works well for your family’s needs!

the kids and I adore Maddie!

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Hongli
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Mercer Island, WA

I am a current assistant teacher in a private school equipped with K-12 Chinese teaching license and master education degree. I used to be a homestay to take care of my 2 boys so very familiar with cleaning caring cooking stuff. I was not well supported when my kids were young, just hoping that people could use my help to feel better in these busy days.

Gabby is very caring and has a wonderful dynamic with my son. She’s also generous in sharing her experience as a K–12 teacher. My son had a happy time with her.

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Siew
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Mercer Island, WA

Hi my name is Siew, but I also go by Sammy. I am 44years old with two daughters. My older daughter currently attends Seattle University while my little one goes to Newport Heights elementary. I currently have a Daycare ECE Initial certificate working at the Daycare, Eastside Little Learners. On my free time, I enjoy spending time with my kids and baking sweets!

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What does a babysitter do?

Babysitters supervise children and keep them safe while you're away. Depending on your needs, they may also help with meals, bedtime, homework, light cleanup, school pickup, or activities.

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Can I find babysitters for after school care in Mercer Island?

Yes. Families often use UrbanSitter for after school care, including pickup, homework help, tutoring, and early evening coverage. You can filter for babysitters who are willing to drive or have their own car.

Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Mercer Island?

Yes. Families in Mercer Island use UrbanSitter for date nights, weekend plans, extended hours, and other scheduling needs. You can review each sitter's availability and experience to find someone who fits your hours.

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