Mercer Island families count on UrbanSitter for same-day emergency child care. In most areas, average response time for urgent needs is under two minutes.
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Families in Mercer Island turn to UrbanSitter for emergency and same-day babysitting.
115 available today | Avg hourly rate: $27.46/hr
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Hi! My name is Karol Palacios. I’m bilingual in English and Spanish and have a degree in Early Childhood Education, along with 20+ years of experience providing exceptional care to children of all ages. I’m a responsible, reliable, hardworking, and energetic person who loves staying active and creating fun, engaging activities for children. I also enjoy teaching Spanish and incorporating it naturally into everyday activities. I’m: • Fully vaccinated • CPR & First Aid trained • Experienced with children for 20+ years • Bilingual in English & Spanish • Responsible, caring, and dependable I work full-time, but I’m currently looking to pick up some extra babysitting hours. I’m available weekdays after 5:00 PM, except Mondays and Thursdays, and I’m available all day on weekends. I’m also happy to help with date nights, evenings, or occasional babysitting. I’d love the opportunity to meet your family and help provide your little ones with safe, fun, and loving care! 😊
Hi I'm Christin, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and creative environment. During the day/week I am a Program Supervisor/Director for a center here in Seattle. I love to spend any extra time I can working one on one with your little ones!
“Christin is very professional and kind. My son thrived and enjoyed Christin’s company, I would gladlt recommed her to anyone looking for baby sitting or nanny”
Hello! I recently moved back to Washington after 13 years of living in Utah and am working as a paraeducator in the Renton School District. I graduated with a BS in health education and promotion from Utah State University in December and am CPR/First Aid Certified. I have experience working in childcare facilities with infants, toddlers, and preschool students as well as experience in an elementary school in Utah as an educational support professional. I am passionate about childhood and health education and love to explore different ways of staying active both indoors and out. I have grown up caring for a range of pets and am a huge animal person!
“Tabitha is a great sitter! I have hired her twice and my 7 year old is excited to have her continue to babysit. She’s friendly, energetic and engaged with my child. Tabitha is responsive with scheduling, arrives on time, and great with communication. ”
Nanny with many years of varied experience available for one child (age 3+). I genuinely enjoy talking with kids and standing back a little to allow them to grow and bloom. I love reading (same book, ten times in a row!), art and literacy. I would be interested in helping a child where primary language in the home is not English (I have TESOL certificate). Zero interest in screen time, for myself or for the child. I enjoy physical activity and being outdoors. Excellent companion to any child who might benefit from occasional hours of one-on-one attention during periods of transition or overwhelm. Thank you!
I have a long experience working with children all ages. I love being around kids, playing, teaching and having fun with them. I’m a very responsible, caring person that you can depend on me while you’re away.
“Lubna did a great job with our daughter, engaging her, redirecting her when needed, and chatting with her. We also appreciated her quick responsiveness and willingness to come at the last minute when we had another sitter cancel. We would definitely recommend her to other families!”
As of October 2026
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
853 sitters background checked in Mercer Island, WA
4.9 average star rating from total of 4,577 reviews in Mercer Island, WA
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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