
"Katrina watched our son while we were in town for a wedding. She was timely, so nice and sent great pictures throughout the evening. He looked like he was having more fun than we were!"
Madeleine B., parent

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Hi! My name is Kendra. I work as a Medical Assistant and I’m currently in school pursuing nursing. I’ve been caring for children since I was a teenager and have experience with ages ranging from infants to teens. I’m CPR/BLS certified, responsible, and very attentive when it comes to safety. I enjoy keeping kids engaged with activities, helping with bedtime routines, and making sure they feel comfortable while parents enjoy their time out. I’m mainly available for occasional babysitting and date nights, and I’d love to help families who need reliable care they can trust. I’m also bilingual in English and Spanish.
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!
Hi, I’m Taylor and I have been a full time nanny for 5+ years. I started watching children when I was 13 years old at an in home daycare. I also worked in a daycare center for one year. I have worked with children ages newborn- 13 years old with newborn to two year olds being the most common age range I have worked with.
Hi I am Maria. I am currently work for la escuelita bilingüe school a center where they have teacher teach children to speaking Spanish I love babysitting I’ve been doing this Since Iam 16 years old caring for newborn and waddler it’s the best seeing each step of their life it’s what I love to see them grow Iam also a bilingual person I can speak English and Spanish. If you would like I can translate for you as well help your baby to learn how to speak Spanish.
Hi, my name is Kaleen. I just relocated to Seattle from Florida. I am a mother of a 22 year-old son, a 17 year-old daughter, and my little guy is Jakob who is 5 1/2 years old. I share custody so there are plenty of opportunities for me to pick up shifts when I don't have him. With that being said, I don't have any certifications for childcare training. I have raised three amazing children. I am CPR certified in adults and children. I am a veteran, student, I am kind, patient, loving, dependable, honest, hardworking, and I can assure you that your children will be in great hands. I have been in the healthcare field for 25 years working in hospital settings, emergency settings, in-home caregiver settings, and everything pharmacy related. I have completed one year of nursing school, hoping to finish the last year and work with chemotherapy patients. As a single mom, I understand most people cannot afford $25+ an hour, I can't either, so I am willing to be flexible with payments and rates. I have an SUV, so I can run errands or take your kiddos out to wherever you might love to go! Or maybe some of mine and Jake's favorite places. Please don't hesitate to ask any and all questions.
“Kaleen is was very responsive from beginning to end which I appreciated. This was my first time leaving my 6 month old with a non-family member and I was STRESSED to be honest! She put me at ease and the results speak for themselves. My baby cries and cries when anyone but me holds him and by the time Kaleen was done he was smiling and content. She put in the work to get my son to relax which in turn helped me relax. She was punctual, and comfortable with my animals. Respectful of the home. I would recommend her and would feel confident having her watch my son again.”

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803 sitters background checked in Des Moines, WA
4.9 average star rating from 4,381 reviews in Des Moines, WA

"Katrina watched our son while we were in town for a wedding. She was timely, so nice and sent great pictures throughout the evening. He looked like he was having more fun than we were!"
Madeleine B., parent

"Caitlin was awesome and jumped right in to chaperone four girls (10, 9, 8 and 6) at a family wedding (they were bridesmaids) and she was very helpful with the event as well as taking them home and putting them to bed."
Lila P., parent

"McKenna was great with our 3 year old son! She came prepared with a box of fun activities and handled playing, dinner, and bedtime seamlessly... and it was all at our hotel while we were in town for a wedding. Thank you McKenna!"
Catherine B., parent

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