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388 babysitters are listed in Charleston, SC
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Charleston, SC
I am a certified teacher with a bachelor's and a master's in Early Childhood Education from Clemson. I currently working as a 2nd grade teacher. I am creative, reliable, and hard-working. I love working with kids and making sure they have a fun and safe time! I have 11 years of experience working with children of all ages, and I...
Dorsey can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Madison M.
Charleston, SC
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a nursing student at Charleston Southern University! I am originally from Clemson, SC, but I love the low-country so I knew this was where I wanted to be for school! I was a gymnastics coach for 4 years, but unfortunately, the hours were too strenuous to keep up with during school, so...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Special Needs Care
Angel O.
Charleston, SC
$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi!! I am a family oriented girl who loves children. I am RBT certified and have worked with kids for quite a while now. I have also worked with kids with special needs.
Angel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madeline B.
Charleston, SC
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddie and I am originally from Maine. I moved to Charleston in August 2022 and will be attending graduate school at CofC in the fall. My classes will be Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. so I am looking for opportunities in the afternoon/evenings. I have lots of experience with watching kids and love to be...
Madeline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Zoie! I am junior at the College of Charleston and have around 6 years of experience taking care of children. I am currently an Elementary Education major and am in my junior year. I am creative, kind, resourceful and I have a passion for caring for children. With me, I will be able to provide a fun, but safe...
Zoie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
I have always loved working with kids. I have babysat my little cousins for years and I nannied for two 4-year-old twin boys for five months in 2018.
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
I'm a current college student & a Neuroscience major at UofSC & minoring in Business administration! I love working with kids because I personally raised my 6-year-old brother from a young age as well as my 8-year-old cousin. I'm flexible and understanding.
I like working with kids because as they grow they become their own...
Diana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Grace C.
Charleston, SC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a passionate and creative professional looking for additional after school and weekend opportunities. I also teach swimming, voice, and music lessons. I am relatively new to the area and have been taking care of kids of varying ages and abilities since a very young age. I received my Bachelor's in Psychology in 2015 and my...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi y'all! My name is Grace and I am a full time 5th/6th grade history teacher. I recently graduated with my masters in elementary education from the College of Charleston and am certified to teach all elementary subjects and high school social studies.
I love working with children and have my whole life. I love engaging...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Hi! My name is Molly and I currently live in Charleston and work part-time as a physical therapist. I have had experience with children both providing therapy as well as nannying during summer breaks from grad school. I have had experience with ages 18 months to 12 years old, up to 3 children at a time. As a therapist I know a...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, compassionate, and hardworking. I like working with kids because it reminds me of how unique and exciting the world can be. Kids challenge you to use your imagination and be creative, which we forget to do as adults.
I believe I would be a fantastic help to your family and help develop...
Nivea A.
Charleston, SC
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for six years because I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I love creating a safe and nurturing environment where kids can thrive and have fun. I'm patient, calm, and approachable, so the children I care for feel comfortable and supported. I believe in open...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. Love working, cook if have to help with school work.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Katlyn R.
Charleston, SC
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have ~12 years of experience, working with kids of all ages and needs. I'm CPR / First Aid certified and also teach swim lessons. I can help with Light Housekeeping, crafts, meal prep and love all pets!
Katlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Kathleen M.
Charleston, SC
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from Clemson University and have over 6 years of childcare experience with children of all ages, newborn to 14 years old. I have reliable transportation and a clean driving record. I have extensive experience with children with Autism and other developmental disabilities and I am CPR, AED, and first aid...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nannied for many years for many different families! I also have a bachelors degree in nursing and work in the Neonatal ICU.
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Lauren R.
Charleston, SC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a former registered nurse and have cared for mothers and their newborns for the past 12 years. I also have 2 years of psychiatric experience, working both with adolescents and the geriatric population.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'd love to talk more about watching your sweet little one(s)!
Here's a little bit about me-
All throughout high school and college I worked for many family's. Specifically I've cared for a few sets of infant twins and toddlers! I also currently work at a montessori school, where I am an infant lead teacher/provider! I'm...
Victoria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Victoria is a very energetic and loving/caring person. She is great with kids and has a lot of passion for helping others. "
Ashley B.
Abbey G.
Charleston, SC
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly, and kind.
I like working with kids because they bring out my imagination and playful side and one day I plan to have my own.
I'm looking for a job that supports me and makes me happy.
I started working with kids when I was very young watching my baby cousins and begin to...
5.0
"Abbey has been wonderful to our 1 year old son. She is highly dependable, warm and caring. We first hired her when our son was 6 months and she was very organized and able to follow directions. Our son loved her and we hope to hire her again."
Frances H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love spending time with little ones and am pretty much a kid at heart. Not only am I passionate about their development and growth, I almost always connect with babies and children right away. I'm happy to provide references from the families I've worked for as they are all still friends of mine. I'm also a yoga teacher who...
5.0
"Sarah was great to work with! She responded very quickly and worked with our schedule. Our daughter quickly warmed up to her as she provided lots of fun activities to do. Would definitely recommend!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Charleston, SC
Victoria S.
5.0
Victoria is a very energetic and loving/caring person. She is great with kids and has a lot of passion for helping others.
- Ashley B.
Abbey G.
5.0
Abbey has been wonderful to our 1 year old son. She is highly dependable, warm and caring. We first hired her when our son was 6 months and she was very organized and able to follow directions. Our son loved her and we hope to hire her again.
- Frances H.
Sarah J.
5.0
Sarah was awesome ! She helped us on several occasions with our twin boys and our 2.5 year old daughter. She jumped right in to our programming and was a pleasure to be with. She has a very calm energy and I always knew that our children were safe and happy with her. I also really appreciated her...
- Chance H.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Charleston, SC:
How can I find a Charleston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Charleston, SC 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 388 babysitters in Charleston, SC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Charleston, SC?
The average rate for Charleston, SC babysitters on Care.com is $17.54 per hour as of February 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 Charleston, SC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Charleston, SC are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 148 reviews of the 388 listed babysitters.