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194 babysitters are listed in Birmingham, AL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Birmingham, AL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm ally! I'm a caring enthusiast baby sitter with multiple years of experience. adaptable Helped young children learn basic self-care habits such as dressing, good eating habits, tidying up. I look forward to meeting you and your kids!
Ally can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ally is a kind, fun loving, patient young woman! Ally exudes all the characteristics that would make for a perfect babysitter. I completely trust her with my own children. She is attentive and is a great helper. She would be a great asset to your family. Feel...
Noha N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 29 years old and have over 10 years of experience. I have watched children from newborn up to 13 years old. Children are my passion and I can't wait to be a mom someday! I'm very energetic and love arts and crafts, games, outdoor activities, and more. I am a Christian and attend church where I also volunteer in the...
Allie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Allie has watched our girls for over 3 years now and we absolutely love her! She has been with us from when my 3 year old was first born and now watches her and my newborn from time to time. She is always on time and super sweet. Totally trust her with my babies!...
Ally J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
CPR/First Aid certified. BS in HES, 60+ in Early childhood Ed., and 20+ hours towards my Masters of Arts in SPED. Full time and part time nanny experience for over 17 years. From previous job experience to becoming a mom myself I have learned how creating an environment with open communication with the parents, consistency with...
Emilyanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"EmilyAnne was a dependable, loving caregiver to my two girls (6 & 9). She was fully engaged in their care and wellbeing. I always had peace of mind that they were safe and well taken care of when they were in her care. She communicated well and took...
Heather M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a babysitter, I have experience in cultivating a safe and nurturing space for children. Beyond ensuring their well-being with a responsible and dedicated approach, I prioritize creating an environment where fun and joy thrive. My natural ability to connect and engage with children allows me to not only guarantee their safety...
Angelina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Angelina is extremely professional, responsive, quick and thorough. I am really impressed with the service she provides. My daughter feels comfortable around her and never wants her to leave!"
Toney G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated childcare professional with over 9 years of experience, I find joy in supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My passion for childcare stems from my previous babysitting and volunteer experiences, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and caring for children.
My approach to childcare is...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We loved having Amy watch our 20 month old daughter! Amy is reliable, punctual, resourceful, and trustworthy. My daughter warmed up to her immediately, and looked forward to their daily adventures of being outside, reading books, and playing. We highly recommend...
Kristen S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have had over 17 yrs of experience with children of all ages. I currently provide teletherapy to school aged children/adolescents, but nanny for families during summer months.
Last summer, I divided my time nannying for 2 different families: 2 boys (7yo & 12yo); and 1 girl (1yo). I continue to work with the family with the 1...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
5.0
"I can NOT rave about Ms. Megan, enough! She came through on short notice, was on time, sweet, punctual, and not JUST qualified but probably OVER qualified! My little bonded with her well. She followed my instructions and was extremely helpful!
Overall, just a...
Jo G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been lucky enough to be a Mom of two boys who are now grown-up. They are my pride and my joy. It is my passion to care for people, to make every child feel safe, fed and cared for. Through this I can also cook, clean, help them with their homework and put them to bed. I am fine with pets and have pet sat many times....
Marcie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marcie has been a blessing to our family. She has kept our almost 1 year old son on multiple occasions and is dependable, punctual, and a good communicator. My husband and I often have work obligations that occur on weekends and during the evening hours. It's...
Angelica A.
Candice B.
Birmingham, AL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Available On Short Notice
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a full-time nanny for 4 children, ages 2-12; I cooked, cleaned, tutored, and cared for their dog.
I volunteered with Camp Fire USA for a few years as a "Links-Up Mentor" for grades 2-7 working on social skills with at risk youth.
I worked in a mental health facility for a year in which I cared for troubled youth of...
Candice can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Candice is an outstanding sitter. Our kid really likes her. She helps out around the house as well. She's very personable and responsible. She's definitely an A-list caregiver."
Freeman P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with kids as young as two months and as old as 12 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have my own transportation, and I am a non smoker! I will provide references upon request.
Brooklyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brooklyn was absolutely amazing. She went above and beyond. I had a few dishes and she finished washing all of them and put them up and made dinner."
Jose A.
Sarah B.
Birmingham, AL
$16-23/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a College student and I've been a junior counselor at the YMCA and I am AED/CPR and First aid certified. I have 5 years of experience with children of one year of age all the way up to 10/11 age . I can help with travel, errands, and can help with learning if needed. I can be a recurring babysitter, one-time thing. I have...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"While I did not hire Sarah, I have to say that I appreciated interviewing her and think that she would be a good addition to families in need of care. She was one of the few applicants that followed up with me when we ended up taking longer than planned to find the...
Rashmee S.
Lady H.
Birmingham, AL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Soy Una Colombiana De 38 Años Estoy Feliz Aprendiendo Y Enseñando Español
5.0
(2)
Gentle , peaceful, Happy
I like children, I think they are the most tender and innocent things on earth.
I have two teenage children and we came to this country to learn English. I am learning a lot with my friends. I take care of a beautiful2-year-old boy with whom we really enjoy playing while they learn Spanish.
Lady can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Johanna and her sons are my house mates and I'm very grateful to have them in my life & home. I'm picky about who I live with. Johanna is a good person who doesn't drink or party and has a relationship with God which is important to me because I want a wholesome...
Stacey G.
5.0
(1)
I've been babysitting and taking care of children for the past 10 years. I have experience with children of all ages, newborn and up. I have six younger siblings who I've also taken care of over the years along with lots of part-time babysitting jobs. I also have full-time nanny experience.
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Danielle was my full time nanny for 2 years for my daughters and she was so amazing that even when my job situation changed and I didn't need her as much I kept her on as my weekly babysitter. She is very trustworthy and communicates very well when it comes to my...
Stephanie D.
Michal G.
Birmingham, AL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Michal. I work full time as a clinic nurse. As a result, I am typically available the nights and weekends. I have been babysitting for 10 years and enjoy being around children of all ages. I am infant, child, and adult BLS certified. I have experience caring for children from newborn to 11 years old. I am...
Michal can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kavya, and I am so excited to help you out with your children! I have over 10 years of experience with childcare. I have babysat children of varying ages from a few weeks old until their early teens. I work as a school consultant, so I am happy to help with any schoolwork or tutoring. I can also help with light...
Kavya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kevya was wonderful! My 9 year old said she was the best babysitter ever! I would highly recommend her!"
Rebecca W.
Erica R.
Birmingham, AL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Erica R. and I am an elementary Music Educator in the Hoover/Birmingham area. I have been teaching for 12 years and have been in childcare for 14+ years, having worked at multiple childcare establishments, one being Odyssey Early School in Hoover. I have used Care. com as a platform since 2015 and have found...
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Excellent tutor!!! She met with my student two days per week. Leading up to exams she made extra time to meet with him over the weekend. "
Terrance W.
Shelby M.
Birmingham, AL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm CPR and first aid certified. I have professional and personal experience with children from 6 days old - middle school aged. I have been a substitute teacher for the Montgomery County School System and a sped 1-1 educational assistant. I have three younger siblings, one of which has high medical needs so I am comfortable...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shelby is amazing with my 2 year old daughter! She is very active and attentive. I never worry when I leave my daughter in Shelby's care. My daughter looks forward to seeing her and playing with her each time she comes over. We love Shelby!"
Dana T.
3.8
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi i m Tiffany, I have a big family and have been babysitting for years. I have worked at daycare and am CPR certified with first aid. I can care for all ages, light housekeeping, overnights, cooking and cleaning, transportation is available. I am very energetic, kind, and very positive and imaginative person. I would love to...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Tiffany loves kids. She has worked with preschool children as well as elementary. She is fun loving and likes to be a part of what they are going. I also feel its important for you to know sports or outdoor activities are not always good for her because of...
Tammie B.
Stormi L.
Birmingham, AL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was just 14 years old. I've always loved baby sitting which had led my career paths to becoming to nanny. I've been around many children of all ages.
I can do light housekeeping, meal prep, and bedtimes. I am also available for date nights!
I'm currently a full time student for...
Stormi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
5.0
" recommend Sydni as a babysitter. She has watched my younger siblings , and she’s were a joy to work with.
Sydni consistently arrived at our home on time, ready to engage with our kids, with a smile on. She is kind, compassionate, and intelligent. My siblings...
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Isabella R.
Birmingham, AL
$18/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Isabella, and I've been watching children since I was 12 years old. I have led a Sunday school class of kids aged 4-9, small groups, babysat a pair of twins for about 2 years, and was a nanny the previous summer. I'm very good with arts and crafts, and thinking of fun, unique games to play. I'm patient, but...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love young children. Since moving back to Birmingham 7 years ago I became the lead infant teacher at a daycare in Vestavia. I was there for 3 years. I then became a nanny for a dentist.
My family resided in Columbus, Ga for 13 years prior to my husband's job relocation here. I was a pre-K paraprofessional in a special needs...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie was great with my toddler son. She has great energy and confidence. My son was at ease quickly with her and I would highly recommend Julie to any of my parent friends in a heartbeat. "
Kassie Y.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Birmingham, AL
Ally N.
5.0
Ally is a kind, fun loving, patient young woman! Ally exudes all the characteristics that would make for a perfect babysitter. I completely trust her with my own children. She is attentive and is a great helper. She would be a great asset to your family. Feel free to contact me if you should...
- Noha N.
Allie B.
5.0
Allie has watched our girls for over 3 years now and we absolutely love her! She has been with us from when my 3 year old was first born and now watches her and my newborn from time to time. She is always on time and super sweet. Totally trust her with my babies! Would highly recommended Allie to...
- Ally J.
Emilyanne C.
5.0
We are so grateful for EmilyAnne. She is always willing to help us out on short notice and our 9 month old loves her!
- Shannon G.
Angelina W.
5.0
Angelina is extremely professional, responsive, quick and thorough. I am really impressed with the service she provides. My daughter feels comfortable around her and never wants her to leave!
- Toney G.
Amy O.
5.0
Amy is a particularly good babysitter. She is energetic, thoughtful, and fun. I appreciated her calm but firm manner when the kids acted up, as all kids do. We would absolutely hire her again. A gem!
- Colleen S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Birmingham, AL:
How can I find a Birmingham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Birmingham, AL 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 193 babysitters in Birmingham, AL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Birmingham, AL?
The average rate for Birmingham, AL babysitters on Care.com is $16.01 per hour as of March 2025. 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 Birmingham, AL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Birmingham, AL through Care.com. As of 2025, 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 Birmingham, AL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Birmingham, AL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 70 reviews of the 194 listed babysitters.