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Kristina W.
Banner Elk, NC
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 10+ years of babysitting experience. I used to babysit every summer for a family that visits from Kuwait for the last 4 years. They were ages 2, 3 and 5. However I've watched them from baby on along with changing diapers and assisting potty training. I am also practically a step mom to a 5-year-old boy who lives in my...
Mallory P.
Boone, NC
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have 5 years of experience with babysitting, working in daycares, and working as a camp counselor. I am lifeguard and CPR certified through the Red Cross and can help with Swimming Supervision. I am willing to help with preparing meals and light housekeeping.
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
2 years working for a residential girl scout camp (children 6-14)
- created activities and games to play with the girls
- acted as mentor
5 years working with the youth and children from my church (children 0-12)
- created activities and games
- created lesson plans
- created bonds and mentor/mentee relationship...
Alex can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emily C.
Blowing Rock, NC
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Emily (Em), and am so excited to be your potential babysitter or nanny. With over 3 years of experience caring for young children that were 2, 4, and 3 months old; that is, along with other families too, such as a teenage boy with ASD, etc. -- I have truly developed a deep love for children of all ages, as well as the...
Hello! My name is Zora Y, I have been babysitting for about 5 years. I have babysat infants all the way to preteens. I have nannied most summers and am great with kids. I have two younger siblings so I have lots of experience! Hoping to find new families to help out:)
Karen D.
Boone, NC
$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience working with multiple children off all ages. Some experience with special needs children. I am comfortable (and enjoy being around) with any type of pet or animal. I have always enjoyed working with kids and hope to one day be a children's therapist.
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hi, my name is Destiny! I'm currently in school and am available on weekends and weekday afternoons. I babysat for several years in high school and was always the designated sitter for my younger cousins. I've always absolutely loved kids, and I hope that yours will get along with me as well. :)
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I'm a sophomore studying Psychology at Appalachian State. I am able to babysit or tutor kids in most subjects (as well as beginning French). I have 6 years of experience babysitting, as being a summer camp counselor the past two years at Camp Kanata (with leadership positions). I am a responsible, empathetic, and patient...
Audrey can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, I'm Becca! I am a student majoring in elementary education. I have worked with kiddos for over six years now and have been a camp counselor for four! With me, your children will receive appropriate care and have fun! Feel free to message me!
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Rebecca for one night while we were visiting Boone. She was wonderful! She was warm and engaging and my 3.5yo son loved her right away. I trusted her completely and would hire her again if I am visiting Boone again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working in some way with children since I was young. I started working with children in my church's nursery, and I now have a job at a child care center at ETSU during the semester. I previously worked in the toddler classroom, but for the past 2 years, I have been working in the infants classroom. Because of this...
Kaylyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kaylyn became part of my family. She only worked for me for a short time but my infant daughters LOVED her. EVERYTIME she showed up they'd giggle and smile so big! I love Kaylyn and would hire her again if she lived near me."
Ashley M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an NC native with experience in caring for kids of all ages, from infants to young teens. I have worked as a babysitter, a summer camp counselor, a nanny (both full- and part-time), and, for the past 8 years, as a teacher in a five-star preschool center. I live in Ashe County with my husband and our pets. I love reading,...
Jillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jillian is an awesome nanny/babysitter. She took care of our 2 kids (8 months and 4 year old at the time) for almost a year. She is caring, loving, smart, playful and has all the qualities parents ask for in a babysitter. I was very pleased with her professionalism...
Karina B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a former elementary school counselor and long time nanny looking for families in the High Country who need someone full or part time. Open to families who need an occasional or date night sitter as well. I have 30 years of childcare experience and have worked with kids of all ages, multiples, and kids with special needs,...
Branden can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Branden has helped us for the past 18 months or so with our 3 children. She is loving, reliable and patient. She has a delightful personality, is easy going and very flexible with scheduling. My kids love and trust her. I have recommended her as a child care...
Allie S.
Autumn M.
Hampton, TN
$15-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Autumn. I have years of experience working as a nanny/caregiver. I took two years of Education Classes in college. I have my CPR certification and my EMT license. I have worked in the 911/EMS field for 2 years. I just moved to Tennessee and am looking to take a break from EMS. I love working with children and...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Autumn is very responsible and has been from even a very early age. I was very comfortable letting her watch my young baby and older son and she has exceeded expectation with her care and follow through of requested care instructions. "
Sarah W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sam and I am a recent college graduate. I majored in psychology with a concentration in counseling/child development. I have worked for several families for the past 7 years, with children ranging from 6 weeks to 16 years of age. I am flexible and experienced with performing different child/household duties. In...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam is great! She watched our child several days a week and easily fell into a routine with the family without the need for much orientation. She was extremely reliable, communicative, and a great listener. She helped us exactly the way we needed."
Arden J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, quirky, and calming.
I like working with kids because each child brings something different to the table.
I'm looking for a job that is fun and flexible.
I started working with kids when I was a child. I come from a big family. I have a Bachelor's degree in Birth-k, with a focus in early...
5.0
"Anna was so great with my 10 month old! My son loved playing with her and as a first time mom I felt so at ease knowing Anna was taking care of my son. She had great communication and I would definitely hire her again! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love watching and helping children grow and learn! I am a former basketball and volleyball assistant coach so I also love physical activity if the children are up for it. Any learning games, arts, and crafts are usually incorporated into the day as well!
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ruth is very dependable and caring. She took care of my son when he was a baby. Definitely the best of the best!"
Beth M.
Sarah M.
Boone, NC
$9-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am Home For The Summer From Appalachain State I Have Worked With Kids For A Couple Years.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with kids after my sophomore year when I started working at the pool in my neighborhood, and there were a lot of kids I got to work with on a daily basis, while also babysitting on and off. For the next 3 years, I worked on and off babysitting and continued working at the pool.
In my spare time, I like to...
Hello! I currently have availability for some weekends and evenings, and Wednesday all day. I intern at a therapy clinic for children, and prior to that spent 2 years with infants and toddlers at a child development lab. I have worked with children in many types of environments: preschools, at home care, daycares and summer...
Clara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kayden B.
Boone, NC
$20-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as responsible, caring, and generous.
I like working with kids because I want to be a speech therapist and it's good practice for my future.
I'm looking for a job that I can have fun with the kid and not be super stern with.
I started working with kids when I was old enough to be left alone with...
Kayden can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Courtney P.
Boone, NC
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an outgoing individual with great organizational skills. I'm also the oldest of three so I'm well versed in sibling dynamics and have been the designated family babysitter for years. I've spent time volunteering in childcare positions, and have also interned with the Trilogy School in Raleigh.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Banner Elk, NC
Rebecca M.
5.0
We hired Rebecca for one night while we were visiting Boone. She was wonderful! She was warm and engaging and my 3.5yo son loved her right away. I trusted her completely and would hire her again if I am visiting Boone again.
- Care member
Kaylyn S.
5.0
Kaylyn became part of my family. She only worked for me for a short time but my infant daughters LOVED her. EVERYTIME she showed up they'd giggle and smile so big! I love Kaylyn and would hire her again if she lived near me.
- Ashley M.
Jillian H.
5.0
Jillian is an awesome nanny/babysitter. She took care of our 2 kids (8 months and 4 year old at the time) for almost a year. She is caring, loving, smart, playful and has all the qualities parents ask for in a babysitter. I was very pleased with her professionalism and could not have asked for more.
- Karina B.
Branden R.
5.0
Branden has helped us for the past 18 months or so with our 3 children. She is loving, reliable and patient. She has a delightful personality, is easy going and very flexible with scheduling. My kids love and trust her. I have recommended her as a child care provider to multiple friends and have the...
- Allie S.
Autumn M.
5.0
Autumn is a very responsible and honest young lady! She comes from a loving and supportive family environment. She enjoys interacting with her cousins and communicates well with her aunts, uncles and grandparents. She is a highly motivated student, athlete and musician and she is very active in her...
- Kimberly G.
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How much do babysitters charge in Banner Elk, NC?
The average rate for Banner Elk, NC babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 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 Banner Elk, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Banner Elk, NC 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.