
"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

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Hi! My name is Bailey! I am a recent graduate from the University of Tennessee and I’m so excited to start my new job as a pediatric ICU nurse at Dell Children’s Hospital. While in college I spent a year working in the Neonatal ICU, which made me fall in love with caring for infants and children of all ages. My background in nursing has given me tons of hands-on experience, and I’m certified in CPR and first aid, so you can always count on me to keep your little ones safe. I’m great at coming up with fun, age-appropriate activities and believe in the magic of interactive play. I just moved to Austin and am looking for part-time babysitting jobs. I adore kids and would love to share my skills and care with your family. Plus, I love all pets and can dog sit too!
“Very helpful and great communication ”
Hi, I’m Olga, go by Camila, 27. Born in Mexico then raised in Texas. I am the youngest of 4 and my older siblings started having kids when I was 12 yrs old, so I’ve been on babysitting duties since then. I have 5 nephews and 2 nieces. My oldest nephew is now 15 and I have been their part time nanny all through out. I have a child like spirit and love to play with and nurture children. I am currently in the job market and have started picking up babysitting shifts in NYC in the meantime. I’m a natural at taking care of kids, I understand their needs, but most importantly how parents want me to care for their little ones. I’m great with bed time routines, naps, activities, etc. I also help out with household needs, cooking, cleaning, errands, etc. I’m also great at maintaining a clean space. Jack of all trades, really whatever you need help with I can jump right in! I’d love to connect and help out! 😊
“Olga is such a natural caregiver. She is so good at making up fun activities for my kids. They love spending time with her! Every time she watches them they are come back exhausted but full of joy. I highly highly recommend Olga for all your child care needs. So grateful to have someone as reliable and natural as her! ”
Hi! My name is Joy, and I’m 23 years old. I’ve been caring for children since I was 13, starting with helping raise my younger siblings and growing into years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. I’m patient, dependable, and genuinely love creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where kids feel comfortable and cared for. My experience includes homework help, tutoring, crafts, bedtime routines, and keeping children engaged with activities they enjoy. I understand how important trust is when choosing someone to care for your children, and I always strive to treat every family with kindness, respect, and reliability. I’d love the opportunity to support your family and provide care you can feel confident about.
Hi! I’m Cat, a super bubbly, hands-on caregiver with 7+ years of childcare experience. I’ve worked with over 30 families in the Bastrop/Austin area, and I’ve spent the last 2 years as a full-time nanny. I’m CPR certified, dependable, and always bring positive energy into every home. I love being interactive with kids whether that’s playing games, helping with crafts, getting outside, or supporting routines. I’m confident with all ages, from infants to school-aged kiddos. I’m also an animal lover, so pets are always a bonus! I look forward to meeting your family and helping however I can! 💛
Hi, my name is Nhi! I’m an Early Childhood Education major at UT Austin with a passion for working with children. I have a little sister with Autism in Houston, whom I miss dearly, and she has inspired my patience and dedication to childcare. I currently work at Kumon, where I tutor children ages 2-6, and I can implement Kumon material if parents are interested. Babysitting is a meaningful way for me to connect with families while making a positive impact. I’m also happy to help with light housekeeping and meal preparation to make things a little easier for you. Looking forward to the opportunity to care for your little one!

As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 1,789 reviews in Austin, TX

"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent

"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent

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