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196 available babysitters in Mercer Island, WA

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Patricia $31 per hour for 1 child

Hello! My name is Patricia, I'm a graphic designer graduate and in school for marketing and communications, I’m 32yo and I'm looking for a part time nanny position. My availability is from 8-2 p.m. (flexible to 2:30pm if the family is in the Renton/Kent area. I have more than 9 years of experience with kids and I have worked with multiple kids with different ages at the same time and I can provide great references. -Vaccinated (COVID + booster) -Pet friendly -Non-smoker -Bilingual (Portuguese and English) -CPR/FIRST-AID certification - Strong driver

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Suhur $28 per hour for 1 child

Hi! I’m Suhur. I’m a college student and experienced in childcare who genuinely loves working with kids and being part of their little world. Whether we’re doing crafts, reading stories or playing outside. I love creating a fun, safe, and comforting environment where children can feel happy and themselves. I’m patient, dependable, and easy to communicate with, and I treat every child with care, kindness, and lots of positive energy!

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Gillian $28 per hour for 1 child

I am a passionate care provider. I bring this passion with me to every job that I do. I am creative, and fun, but also bring balance, and stability. I love working with children in a variety of settings. I have had the privilege of working with the same families for over ten years. I have also worked with children on the autism spectrum, and other special needs. Most of all, parents can trust me with their children. This is of upmost importance when choosing a care provider.

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Tanya $15 per hour for 1 child

My name is Tanya, and I am the mother of two (daughter 17 and son 3). I would like to put my name out there for childcare for your little ones. Ideally, your child(ren) could come to my house, but I can also go to yours. I do have my 3 year old little guy who would be there or come with me. I am located in Fairwood Greens community in Renton, WA, and my home is a smoke free and no pets. All of us (except my 3 year old) are fully vaccinated. I can help with date nights, or I am even open to exploring an ongoing thing if there is someone who works nights or weekends and needs help. I know it can be hard to find childcare for those off hours. I have every other Friday off as well so a daytime slot could work there as well. I am happy to go over timing in more detail though. If you are interested and would like to chat more and get to know me beforehand, feel free to message me. We could even meet up at the park for a little meet and greet before you make any decisions. 😊

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Cole
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Mercer Island, WA

My name is Nacole but I go by Cole for short! I was born and raised in Seattle,WA. I attended Lakeside from 6-12 grade, and graduated from New York University Shanghai class of 2021. I love working with kids, and have more than 10 years experience working with kids from ages 1-16 both in an academic setting and as a nanny-like role. I have experience as both an English and Mandarin immersion nanny, Mandarin tutoring, and teaching in a school setting. I am open to homework help/ online school assistance, general caregiving, and light housework. I have a driver’s license and a clean record, and can help with transport. I am also open to both long term and short term needs. Please reach out, I am eager to meet you and your family! P.S. I am fully vaccinated and boosted! Open to work with families comfortability regarding Covid protocols.

Cole helped us out in a pinch when our son was home sick from daycare. The two of them had a great day together going to the park, reading books and drawing pictures. Would definitely hire again.

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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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