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Karol $30 per hour for 1 child

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! 😊

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Tabitha
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Mercer Island, WA

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.

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Julia 2 reviews
$24 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Mercer Island, WA

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!

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Lubna 2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Mercer Island, WA

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!

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Molly
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Mercer Island, WA

My name is Molly. I live in West Seattle with my fiancée and pets. I am a student at Seattle Central College studying pre-nursing. I have been babysitting part time for the past year while in school and offer services in childcare. I have experiences with children of all ages. I worked as a certified medical assistant for 3 years in urgent care and sports medicine before taking time off to go back to school. My experience in childcare primarily comes from helping take care of my four nieces for the past 16 years. I also volunteered as a camp counselor for a Girl Scouts day camp every summer for 6 years, as well as for a 5th grade trip to Camp Colman. I also have experience with pediatric patients while working as a medical assistant. I am more than happy to implement your routine and parenting techniques while you’re away. I am quite flexible, if you have any questions please reach out!

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"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."

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"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!"

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