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103 after school babysitters are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Durham, NC
I have done some babysitting for family friends through out high school, as well as babysat for my cousins' son. I would care for him short term from the time he was a baby to his current age of 5. I am a fast learner and dedicated to the children I look after and am confident in my abilities.
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Elsy R.
Durham, NC
$20-50/hr • 17 yrs exp
I've been a caregiver for 17 years because there's no better feeling than being a part of a child's journey of growth and development. My calm and patient demeanor allows me to create a nurturing environment for the little ones in my care. I believe in clear and direct communication with parents, so I provide verbal updates at...
Hola! I am an aunt of 7 with over 10 years of experience caring for them and other children. I have had other experiences with children through babysitting and an afterschool care program for almost 5 years. The children I have worked with have ranged from being as young as 6 months old to teenagers. I can provide your child...
Mariana can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Kimberly and I am seeking nannying and babysitting opportunities. I hold a Montessori Assistant Teacher Certificate and have experience working at an accredited Montessori school in Durham, where I honed my skills in nurturing independence and curiosity in young learners.
I am fluent in both Spanish and...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Emma, a young professional looking to babysit occasionally on the side.
I am a former teacher and former nanny. I enjoy being active, doing crafts, and whatever other activities your child likes to do. I have many years of experience, have completed a CPR and First Aid course, have all of my background checks from...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gloria S.
Durham, NC
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a nurturing caregiver with seven years of experience, I find joy in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. My calm and friendly nature allows children to feel safe and comfortable in my care. I believe open communication with parents is essential, and I'm happy to adapt to their preferred method,...
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as down-to-earth, warm and creative
I like working with kids because I know my energy is positively shaping the future.
I'm looking for a job that is non-committing. I prefer the ad-hoc, off and on schedule for last minute trips, date nights, call outs, grocery runs or just a much needed extra hand...
Paula S.
Durham, NC
$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love babies and children. I also have a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and my work experience includes a year of teaching elementary school and several years caring for babies and toddlers at day care. I also drove the daycare van to take kids to and from school and daycare.
Paula can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paula is an incredible mother and caregiver. She's been like a 2nd mother to my daughter ever since she met her as well as a beautiful friend to our family. She is truly one in a million and I would recommend her to any family, although I'd like to keep her to...
Janet P.
Marisa G.
Durham, NC
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
My Name Is Marisa And I Am Currently A Dietetic Intern At Duke University For The Next 6 Months!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as positive, energetic, and encouraging!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible around my internship schedule and that can accommodate my life as a student.
I started working with kids when I was a lifeguard at a summer camp. I had the opportunity to work a number of kids at a time ranging from ages...
5.0
"Marisa is an outstanding sitter. I have three energetic boys who love to push the limits but she handles things with structure and clear expectations. She is helpful around the house with dishes snacks etc and excellent at communication. We are so lucky to have...
Amber B.
Ashley R.
Durham, NC
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 8+ years of experience babysitting and working with kids. I worked at a daycare with small kids, ranging from 3 months to 10 years old. I am also the oldest sibling and have been taking care of my younger siblings since they have been born. I recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and am passionate about teaching and...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Brittany and I am a 28-year-old female in the Durham-Chapel Hill area. I currently work in the pediatric intensive care unit at UNC! I absolutely love children, as evidenced by my passion in pediatric nursing. During high school and in my early years of college, I worked at a summer camp for children with special...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 28-year-old recent dental graduate with a pending DMD and license looking to fill my newfound freedom with enjoyable employment. I began babysitting when I was 13 years old and worked as a babysitter and nanny before and during my matriculation through dental school. I have over 5 years of recent, relevant experience with...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Maggie M.
Durham, NC
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Maggie. I am a registered nurse with 5+ years of emergency experience. Looking to care for 1-2 children. I am able to care for children in my home or yours. I am also experienced with special needs children both from my professional nursing career and family. I believe in educating children through a fun, playful and...
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Laura M.
Durham, NC
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Laura and I recently graduated with a Masters degree from Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment. I am particularly interested in building equitable and sustainable food systems! I have been babysitting for well over a decade and love it. I have cared for children ranging in age from 2-13 and am happy with all...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
I'm a musician who loves caring for kids! My philosophy is to bring joy and creative exploration to the time I spend with your children. It's important to me to develop a healthy & trusting relationship with the kids I care for as well as their parents. I'm happy to provide references.
I've been caring for children since I...
Eleanor can also help with: Swimming supervision
Anna G.
Durham, NC
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Duke Graduate Student With Caregiving Experience Looking To Work For A Family This Spring/summer.
Hi there! I'm a current graduate student at Duke University studying Public Policy and Business Administration. I graduate this May and am looking for a caregiving job to tide me over until I start my career this summer. I have experience with kids as young as 4 months up to 10 years old. I was also a Peace Corps Volunteer where...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Amanda B.
Durham, NC
$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Working with children brings me so much joy. I was fortunate to be able to be able to stay home with my two children. I chose to homeschool them because I love seeing the excitement in young children when they get passionate about a subject.
I've worked for several years in daycare, specializing with infants, and after school...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Eleanor P.
Durham, NC
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking To Lend A Hand To Busy Families
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Eleanor and I am 28 years old and live in Durham, NC. I've worked in daycare, elementary schools, summer camps, and have babysat for all ages. I currently work as a Data Specialist but I love working with children and would love to assist local families in any way possible! I bring creativity to my caregiving and...
Eleanor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Paige, and I recently moved to Durham from Kansas City. I currently work as an ICU Nurse at Duke. I have over five years of childcare experience with ages ranging from premature newborns to 16-year-olds. I have two years of experience working in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. I have experience tutoring children...
Rohina S.
Durham, NC
$22-28/hr • 11 yrs exp
Occasional/ Date Night - Kind/ Patient Sitter With Teaching Experience/ SEL -
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Aspiring children's author with over seven years of experience in teaching elementary school and a graduate degree in child education. Moving on from the school environment, to work with children in a more natural/ comfortable environment for them, their home.
I connect with children in their full humanity, love taking care of...
Rohina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Rohina is great at following instructions. Whatever I told her to do she would do it. She was a great help in tiding around the house and organizing things for me."
Kashmira A.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Durham, NC
Paula S.
5.0
Paula is like a second mother to our son. Her and her daughter love him more than I could ever expect! Paula is extremely flexible in terms of availability and works around things sometimes last minute which is near impossible to find in a caretaker. Paula takes my son and her daughter to a whole...
- Ariel B.
Marisa G.
5.0
Marisa is an outstanding sitter. I have three energetic boys who love to push the limits but she handles things with structure and clear expectations. She is helpful around the house with dishes snacks etc and excellent at communication. We are so lucky to have found her.
- Amber B.
Rohina S.
5.0
Rohina is a wonderful person, carer and childhood educator. She has taken tremendous care of our kids, loves reading books with them, is kind and considerate to a fault. I could not recommend her highly enough.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Durham, NC
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Durham, NC?
You can review 103 after school babysitter profiles near you in Durham, NC to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Durham, NC?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Durham, NC is $17.99. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Durham, NC?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Durham, NC on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Durham, NC to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Durham, NC can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Durham, NC?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Durham, NC.
Ratings for Durham, NC after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters in Durham, NC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 53 reviews of the 103 listed after school babysitters.