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Arianna $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is Arianna but people just call me Ari for short. I have been around kids since I was 9, my grandma actually owned a day care so I would always help her out. I have a one year old son myself his name is Ryder and he is beyond sweet and loves other kids! I am CPR certified for babies and up and also have many years of experience for all kids from babies and up. I’m very adventurous and playful so I always have fun stuff going on! I also offer pet sitting, I’ve had dogs my whole life and do Rover where I watch all sorts of dogs from all ages!

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Renatha
Booked by 6 repeat families
7 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 7 families in Yelm, WA

Hi, my name is Renatha, I'm 29 and I'm from Brazil. I've been here in the US for almost 7 years. I have a 3yo girl and a 18mo boy. I can either bring one of them as a playmate or they can stay at home with grandma. When taking care of kids I like playing and interacting with them, reading books and sometimes I try to teach some Portuguese. Arts and crafts is usually their favorite, along with going to a playground nearby.. I like letting the kids explore and have fun, even if that means they get a little dirty (of course, with the families that are okay with that). My favorite thing to do is hiking and learning about plants. Every hike I bring along my plants book and I always find something interesting and new. I've learned some plants are eatable, some are medicinal and some are poisonous. Now I know which plants to stay away and which to have it around. My favorite hike was an amazing 3 day hike, 37 miles round trip to a blue glacier right in the middle of the Olympic national forest. That was amazing! *** I do have a bad review, I had to cancel short notice. My car was just not starting and jumping didn't help it. Since then I've got it fixed and I have no more problems with it. ***

She’s been awesome! We’ve hired her long term after the first few days we had hired her. She goes out to play, crafts and food for our little one and she loves her!

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Zoey
Booked by 4 repeat families
7 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 13 families in Yelm, WA

For many summers I worked as a camp counselor instructing campers in horseback riding, singing, arts & crafts, and more. I hold a BA in English Literature and I am patient, warm, and fun. In the past 4 years I have cared for infants and toddlers during the day and overnight and I welcome working with older children as well. I enjoy helping young people learn, grow new skills, have fun and regulate emotions. I grew up on a farm and I am more than happy to have dogs/cats in the home while caretaking if they are well-mannered. Thanks for your time!

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Delani $20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Yelm, WA

** I am flexible with rates!! I know how hard it is to find someone within your budget!! ** I have experience caring for children of all ages, including assisting in a 1st grade classroom and watching siblings, cousins, and toddlers from ages 1 to 5. I’m patient, nurturing, and dependable, with a strong passion for helping others. I’ve provided safe, engaging care in both home and school settings and am comfortable with household tasks and routines.

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Brandi
Booked by 3 repeat families
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Yelm, WA

I have returned to full-time, school-based work as a Certified Behavior Technician, and I’m passionate about helping children grow into confident, curious, and independent individuals. 🌱 As a caretaker, I love creating a calm, playful, and creative environment where children feel safe to explore, learn, express themselves, and build independence at their own pace. I believe meaningful growth happens through everyday experiences—spending time outdoors, connecting with the community, trying new things, being creative, and having a trusted adult nearby to offer encouragement and support. I am trauma-informed and BLS- and CPR-certified, and I bring patience, compassion, and thoughtful care to every family I work with. Although my professional background as a Certified Behavior Technician informs the care I provide, I do not offer CBT or any other in-home behavioral therapy or services through this platform or any other. When caring for your family member, I am working specifically in the role of a nanny or caretaker. I simply draw on my experience and training to provide informed, compassionate, and attentive care. My current availability is Fridays beginning at 1:45 p.m., as well as all day Saturdays and Sundays. I’d love to chat, learn more about your family and what you’re looking for, and see if we might be a great fit! ☀️

Brandi was awesome with my kid. She came on time and kept him engaged.

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