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225 babysitters are listed in Anchorage, AK
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Anchorage, AK
Juliana B.
Anchorage, AK
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a certified elementary school teacher and have been teaching core subjects to students of different ages for 3 years. I have been a math tutor in college as well. I love teaching and sharing my passion for math!
Emerald B.
Anchorage, AK
$20-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been living in Anchorage for six years and am recently transitioning out of cosmetology. I am interested in part time work so I can continue my college education. One of my favorite parts of working with children is the refreshing perspective they have on life. I have a creative mind and love to color, teaching crochet,...
Emerald can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emerald was a fantastic babysitter. She was creative and active with the kids. She reads book after book, takes lots of walks and plays games I’ve never even heard of! Emerald is a great communicator and punctual, I would definitely hire her again. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an animal caregiver as a profession, I work mornings and evenings caring for dozens of animals at a sanctuary. I have worked with a lot of variety of animal from domestic companions to wildlife, farm animals, and even large carnivores/omnivores like bears and tigers as well as small exotics.
Jenna can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet transportation, boarding, pet walking
5.0
"Jenna was wonderful! She took great care of our fur babies and made me feel very comfortable leaving them overnight. I would absolutely hire Jenna to care for them again. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been cleaning my house since I was little but only recently started cleaning other peoples houses last year. I had 3 regular clients. The first two houses were small and only took 2 hours but the third house took 10 hours to clean. I am very thorough when I clean but I don't take too long. I love house cleaning because I...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Dusting, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Kaitlyn and her family have been my neighbors for the past two years. Kaitlyn is extremely trustworthy. She cleaned my house bimonthly (4800 sq ft) for one year up until she left for college. Kaitlyn went out of her way to accommodate my expectations and desires...
Allison P.
5.0
(2)
I have experience caring for a wide age range of children, from as young as 2 weeks old, up to 12 years old and beyond. I have provided care for children with learning disabilities, bilingual families, children at soccer camps, and more recently as a preschool teacher in Homer.
After 3 years teaching, I moved to Anchorage for a...
Christy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Christy was very nice! She came over and explained her extensive experience to us. She communicated very well what she could do and we had a great meeting. "
Andra H.
Ashley H.
Anchorage, AK
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am 24 years old, a fluent Spanish speakers, a part time student at UAA and I currently do have a full time job so I am mainly looking for DATE NIGHTS/ the weekends which is when I am mainly available. I have pets of my own so I am comfortable with them and I also have my own transportation. I have always loved working with...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have used Ashley to watch our 2 little girls so that my husband and I can finally escape and do date nights once a month. My girls love her! She takes very good care of them. It really gives me peace of mind to know they are safe and being taken care of along...
Sarah L.
Katelyn W.
Anchorage, AK
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a degree in early childhood development and have worked with children for over 9 years. I have experience in daycares, as a nanny and most recently as a preschool teacher. I am great with routines and curriculums for kids. It is important to me that kids stay active and learn through play. I am comfortable with infants,...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is wonderful! She is a very warm, kind person which was really important for our family. She was very interactive with my kids and did lots of crafts, hands on activities. She was also very helpful around the house and did some light cleaning which was so nice...
Kristin W.
Veronica B.
Anchorage, AK
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college student working towards a degree in Diagnostic Medical Imaging. I love being active and doing anything outdoors! I enjoy spending time with kids and caring for them. I have been a babysitter for 8 years and worked at a daycare in Bend, Oregon. I am CPR/BLS certified. I am so excited to get to know your family!
Veronica can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love Miss Veronica! She has cared for our two little girls and are so happy she came to work with us! Our girls love her and we hope to work with her again in the future!"
Katie M.
Jenna M.
Anchorage, AK
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
In my spare time, I like to foster kittens, do yoga, and go hiking. I enjoy the internet in my downtime. I have a math degree so can help with homework.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am currently a stay at home Mom with my 5-year-old son and 21-month-old daughter. I'm looking for a family to care for that wants to come hang out with us. I graduated spring of 2017 with my degree in Early Childhood Education and I have my teaching certification with the state of Alaska. I've been babysitting since I...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have really enjoyed having Amanda watch my son this past summer for work and for date nights. She is very professional and dependable. She is a really good communicator, a hard worker, is always one time and seems to really care a lot about my son. Amanda is...
Larissia W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sam. I am 24 years old and I have my degree in Elementary Education from Carroll College in Helena, MT. Originally, my family is from Stevensville, MT. I am currently a 4th-grade teacher, in the Anchorage School District and I have reliable transportation. I love to make even the most mundane tasks fun. I have...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sam was our nanny over the summer for our three children. She is fun and creative. My kids loved going on adventures with her. She was organized and always had a plan. I would definitely hire Sam again."
Leah H.
Juliana B.
Anchorage, AK
$15-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am very easy going and love children! I worked with children at daycares for 2 years and after that I taught kids for 2 years in elementary schools at Anchorage School District. I am looking for the baby sitting jobs after 5 p.m. on weekdays or any time on weekends. Thank you! (:
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Juliana has babysat our two elementary aged children numerous times over the past year. She does fun activities with them, helps them with homework, makes snacks/meals for them and teaches them good habits. Our kids love her and so do we! She has become like part...
Melanie R.
My name is Kaitlyn and I am a Graduate from Oklahoma State University. I am hoping to find part-time/full-time work doing what I love while furthering my education online, babysitting children. I love spending time with kids of all ages, playing games, exploring new things, and just having fun. I have been babysitting since I...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have many years experience with both tutoring and babysitting. At Stanford University I was a Peer Advisor through the office of Student Activities where I taught student groups about finance policy, fundraising, and event planning. In high school I tutored elementary school kids in math and science. Growing up with a brother...
Hello! My name is Swathi and I love working with kids! I have 2 years of experience working with kids from infant to 13 years. I can also help with any housekeeping needed.
Swathi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love children and have worked with kids for years now. I have babysat for families and even been taken on vacations to help out! I work with children at my church and have three siblings of my own that I help out with. I will bring loads of crafts and fun things for us to do that will bring smiles to their faces :) I am...
Angel can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting in high school and then started caregiving for children with developmental disabilities and I have been doing this type of work for 10 years now! I have worked with children and adults with developmental delays as well as doing babysitting and nannying in the Anchorage area. Feel free to ask for my resume!
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with the kids. Responsible and professional. "
Care member
I've been babysitting since I was 11 years old (I am 20 now)! I do work a full time job, but I'm looking to pick up a few nannying gigs on the side! I have most afternoons off and totally free on Saturdays and Sunday's. Date night? Night out with friends? I can help out with the kiddos!! I'm more than happy to clean up and put...
Alaissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Margarita L.
Anchorage, AK
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver/Babysitter With Over 19 Years Experience.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a caregiver for 19 years providing occasional babysitting for children new born to pre-kindergarden age. I can also do light house cleaning, meal prepping, grocery shopping, laundry, drop-off and pick up from school, and before and after school care. My hobbies include gardening and reading.
Alea B.
Anchorage, AK
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Or Nanny Available For Weeknight, Weekend, Or Summer Jobs.
Hi! My name is Alea, I am a fun and energetic 23-year-old who recently moved back to Anchorage. I have been a caregiver/nanny for 7 years, and have spent the last three years working exclusively as an au pair and nanny in Cologne, Germany. I am qualified, but above anything else working with children is something that I am...
Alea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Anchorage, AK
Emerald B.
5.0
Emerald was a fantastic babysitter. She was creative and active with the kids. She reads book after book, takes lots of walks and plays games I’ve never even heard of! Emerald is a great communicator and punctual, I would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Jenna M.
5.0
Jenna was wonderful! She took great care of our fur babies and made me feel very comfortable leaving them overnight. I would absolutely hire Jenna to care for them again.
- Care member
Kaitlyn B.
5.0
Give this young woman a job and she will get it done with enthusiasm and with a most pleasant attitude. While she did housework for us, and we belong in the senior citizen category, she was a good friend who could move easily from one generation to another. We observed her with children and found...
- ellen B.
Christy N.
5.0
Christy was so easy to talk to and has a wonderful personality. I think she is going to be a great fit for our family.
- Brooke D.
Ashley H.
5.0
We have used Ashley to watch our 2 little girls so that my husband and I can finally escape and do date nights once a month. My girls love her! She takes very good care of them. It really gives me peace of mind to know they are safe and being taken care of along with having fun while we are out....
- Sarah L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Anchorage, AK:
How can I find a Anchorage babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Anchorage, AK can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 225 babysitters in Anchorage, AK on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Anchorage, AK?
The average rate for Anchorage, AK babysitters on Care.com is $17.17 per hour as of April 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Anchorage, AK?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Anchorage, AK through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Anchorage, AK babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Anchorage, AK are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 84 reviews of the 225 listed babysitters.