Meg is a very fun, loving nanny❤️ She pays full attention to the children and keeps them happy, feeds them, bathes them, dresses them and tucks them into bed at their scheduled time. She also keeps the house clean. We love Meg. - Sandra

Megan K.

Megan is so wonderful with my children. She is patient and gentle and fun. She has watched my children as infants and my older elementary children. She has engaged my son with down syndrome and helped with his behavioral needs as well. She is an incredible young lady whom I would have watch my children any day. - Jen

Kayla B.

Kayla takes charge from the moment she walks in the door. I have three children with a big gap in ages. She takes on each seamlessly. She is sweet and wise beyond her years. Our children absolutely adore her. As an added bonus, she was so helpful with household chores and organizing without me ever having to ask. Kayla moved away and we were all heartbroken. My kids still FaceTime with her! - Aryn

How to Find a Babysitter in Washington

Nanny Lane is a child care website meant to help you find a babysitter in your area. Our child care services include background checks, PLUS, and payroll.

Understand Babysitter Responsibilities in Washington

Before beginning the search for a babysitter, it’s important to understand what you’re looking for and if a babysitter is the right choice for your child care needs. There are lots of benefits to hiring a babysitter such as getting the flexibility of having some more time for yourself or with your partner. When hiring a babysitter, first, you should explore the differences between a nanny and a babysitter. If you’re looking for occasional child care, babysitters are the right choice for you, but if you’re looking for more frequent care, a nanny may be better for your needs.

From there, you can think about what you expect your babysitter to handle so that you can create a profile for nannies to reach out to you. The boundaries for babysitters’ duties can vary from family to family. However, in general, a babysitter is responsible for making sure your kids’ needs are met, including things like ensuring they have opportunities to play and be active. When tasks go beyond child care, for example to housekeeping, laundry, or meal preparation, it’s good practice to communicate these expectations with your babysitter before hiring them. Along with the different duties that you ask for, experience and location can impact how much you pay your babysitter.

Washington Babysitter Interviews

Once you start connecting with prospective babysitters, the next step is to conduct an interview. To make things a bit easier, here’s a list of some babysitter interview questions to consider asking:

Do you have experience being a babysitter?
What sort of household tasks are you open and comfortable doing?
Do you have any references?
Are you trained in First Aid or CPR in Washington?
Do you have a Washington driver’s license? Do you own a car?
How do you handle tantrums? Can you share an experience disciplining children?

During the hiring process, it’s essential to ask for references and by asking their references questions you gain a better understanding of they will fit in your family. As you get closer to hiring a nanny, be sure to run a background check to ensure your kids are in good hands. When evaluating a babysitter that you’re considering hiring, make sure you’re setting the foundation for a good relationship with your babysitter. You can do this by being clear about your expectations around babysitter responsibilities and compensation, and of course, by being friendly and welcoming!

And of course, as you learn how to hire a babysitter, Nanny Lane's nanny services are here to help you along the way.

How to find a babysitter on Nanny Lane

Create a Profile

Tell nannies and families about yourself

Connect & Hire

Message, interview, and run a background check

Start Payroll

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