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Find babysitters in Charleston, SC that you’ll love
373 babysitters are listed in Charleston, SC
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Charleston, SC
5.0
(4)
Hello, I am 24 years old and live on James Island. I graduated from Elon University in 2021 and moved to Charleston and was a full-time nanny for one year. Currently, I work as a behavior therapist for kids with autism. I have worked with kids ages 3-21 years old. I have a masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis to become a...
Devon can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Devon is very dependable and responsible. She is very conscientious and works hard to follow my instructions as well as takes initiative to make good decisions for the well-being of my children and pets. She is extremely responsible taking care of the home and is a...
Sydney G.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Molly, and I have loved working with children since I was 15. I am now a senior in the Honors program at CofC, and I will be in Charleston through this August. I have many years of experience as a babysitter, some experience as a live-in nanny, and lots of experience as a live-in camp counselor. I have worked with...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"Mary aka "Molly" is amazing! She has been babysitting for us since my children were infants to now (5 and 2). She is very reliable, trustworthy and sweet. I feel totally comfortable having her in my home with my small children. She has rocked my girls to sleep and...
Virginia T.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a certified birth through third grade teacher. I am Orton Gillingham Classroom Educator Certified. I have my Masters in early childhood education. I have been babysitting for 5 years. I have been a full time nanny during the summer months. I have been teaching for two years. I love working with children of all ages....
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is very easy to contact, replies back very fast. Really cares about animals and pets. She was very dependable, and on time. My child felt very comfortable with Sophia, and I felt at ease leaving my child and pet in the hands of Sophia. Sophia is very...
Bob B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emma!
I currently work full time as a Physical Therapist Assistant at various schools in the Charleston area. I mainly work with elementary aged students, but have students through high school has well. I do have experience working with children who have disabilities. I have experience caring for my younger...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma is the best!! She is punctual, reliable and just over all wonderful! We were in from out of town and she was fantastic with our boys and both the boys and us were instantly as ease with her. We were traveling with friends who brought a nanny and they even...
Ashley S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for many families regularly for the last 10 years. I am available for one-time/recurring needs on nights & weekends! In addition to experience sitting, I have worked in childcare positions at a local church and have been employed at a local tutoring facility for children ages 3-8. I love putting a focus on outdoor...
Leanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"Leanna has been a great sitter. She has taken care of our boy not only at night but during the day and has done a great job. Thanks Leanna for all you do for us!"
Keith And Liz C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children and pets for over 15 years. I've worked in elementary schools as a Teacher Assistant and also worked as an Administrative Assistant in a private college helping older students with their needs. I look forward to sharing my experiences with you and my love for animals also. I also walked dogs which...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sue has been watching my 11 year old daughter after school, since the beginning of the school year. She also provides rides for my older children when they need one. She is dependable, caring, and always willing to help out. My daughter loves her and looks...
Lisa K.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah. I am 25 years old, I love do ministry and love missions. I love to care and play with kids. I am very active and enjoy the outdoors. I have played sports my whole life so I really enjoy to play games and sports. Aside from the outdoors, I also enjoy playing board games and arts and crafts. I have watched kids...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Hannah is a gem! Our kids loved her and I loved her sweet and kind disposition toward them. She is fantastic, I would highly recommend her."
Jessica F.
Suzanne J.
Charleston, SC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny/ Sitter/ Child Care / Infants / Pets/ Experienced & Fun Loving
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am highly attentive to your children, pets and home offering the upmost care for families as a professional child/home/pet provider for over 10 years. I truly love being with infants, children and pets. I honor your work/home privacy, house security and safety. I provide the level of care you would desire while you are...
Suzanne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our experience with Suzanne has been so lovely. Most importantly, she provides excellent care for our 11 month old. We appreciate her open communication, punctuality, and overall kind & calm presence. "
Bethany B.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name is Sydney and I am 25 years old. I was born and raised in Rhode Island and last May moved down to Charleston, SC to start a new adventure. I graduated in May 2022 from Rhode Island College with my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I have babysat for many families and have nannied part time for two...
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Sydney is amazing! She took awesome care of our girls. She’s very patient and great at hands on playing. She is so warm and friendly kids warm up to her right away. Sydney watched our girls at daycare, during the early months of the pandemic as a nanny, and also...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have raised 4 wonderful children. I also have 7 grandchildren. I taught pre-school for several years as well. I am CPR/AED Adult and child certified. I will give your children the love and attention they need. Am very loving, caring, and compassionate. Im also very reliable, dependable and experienced. will provide...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Lisa to sit with my infant twin boys one day while I got some work done. Her personal experience as a mom to twins made her the perfect fit! She treated my boys like they were own, and she was very comfortable around my two dogs. She even offered me some...
Emily B.
5.0
(2)
I started working with children in a professional setting in 2012 while volunteering at a pre-school twice a week for 6 months. Later on, I trained as a C. I. T. with Newtown Parks and Recreation to then become a camp counselor for the summers of 2019 and 2020. I worked 5 times a week, mainly with a group of 7 to 10-year-old...
Jordan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"A very caring, patient and fun to be with babysitter, my daughter loved every second she spent with her, specially while making brownies"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, out going and ambitious.
I like working with kids because they're creative and full of life.
I'm looking for a job that works well for both the family and caretaker.
I started working with kids about 12 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to hang out with friends and family.
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Caroline was punctual, stayed in contact and showed up with little notice. My child had a great time with her and she was an involved caregiver. Would hire again!!!"
Jaron H.
Leidy G.
Charleston, SC
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience taking care of a variety of children. I have mostly taken care of small children while the parents were at work or completing errands. I have also had experience with my own little sister through out her whole life. In my free time I baby sit for neighbors when needed. Through out college I...
Leidy can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Leidy did such a great job caring for my young daughter ! She was always dependable and had a great attitude with everything. My daughter loved to spend time with her! She always thought of fun activities to keep my daughter entertained! I knew whenever i left for...
Clara G.
Ella K.
Charleston, SC
$18-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for family and friends before in the past and I enjoy it so much, I'm a college student and my major is nursing, I want to work in the pediatric area when I graduate. I have my BLS as well as my Stop the Bleed license.
I was a youth leader at my church as well.
I'd describe my personality as easy going,...
Ella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hello!
My name's Caroline,
I've been a professional nanny for many families over the years I love spending time with children (especially wee ones!) and have experience nannying for as young as 3 months old. The vast majority of my experience has been within the toddler range, but I've also mentored preteens.
A bit about me:...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caroline was lovely and our daughter felt comfortable right away. We were in town for a winter ski vacation. I would definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Grace. I am a certified teacher and graduate of Loyola University, majoring in Elementary Education with a Reading Teacher minor. I absolutely love kids and have worked as a full time nanny, educational childcare assistant, tutor, summer school teacher, and education coordinator for a local nonprofit. I am...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Grace was a pleasure to interview and refreshingly smart young lady"
Sarah A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Mia! I'm a graduate of College of Charleston. I have a degree in exercise science hoping to go to grad school for pediatric occupational therapist. I have worked with kids for 10+ years. I worked as a pre-school teacher. The past 6-7 years I have been a nanny, driving the kids around to summer sports, camps, eating...
Mia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia watching our 1 year old son while we were in Charleston for the weekend. She was very communicative and was willing to do whatever we needed to calm our nerves around hiring someone we didn't know.
Mia was flexible, friendly and dependable. We would...
Chelsea B.
Dylan F.
Charleston, SC
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Looking For A Nannying Position Through The Rest Of Summer And School Year
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a nanny, I bring a unique blend of skills and experiences that make me an ideal candidate for providing exceptional care to children.
With eight years of experience caring for children of all ages, my commitment to their well-being and growth is unwavering. Since graduating high school in 2015, I have been actively involved...
Dylan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dylan started nannying for us when our son was 6 months old, our first full time nanny since he was born, and we cannot speak more highly of him. His personality, punctuality, and kind soul are just a few of the things we love about him and that make him a...
Caitlin A.
Stephanie R.
Charleston, SC
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Stephanie and I'm a resident at MUSC. My childcare experience consists of date-night/one-time sitting for 3 years, and spending 1 full as a full-time nanny for a child with special needs. I have worked with kids of all ages, typically ranging from 2-10. I am comfortable with light housework, making meals, getting ready...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephanie was great looking after our 7 year old for the evening! We will definitely hire her again."
Evan S.
Emilie G.
Charleston, SC
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Born/raised: NJ
College graduate: Charleston Southern University May 2019
Bachelors Degree: Child Development 3. 5gpa
Athlete: 4 year starter and captain of the CSU women's soccer team
Skills: leadership, responsible, caring, honest, communication
Experience: Camp Counselor (2 summers), Lead preschool teacher (8 months), Nanny...
Emilie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emilie will always put others first before herself and makes sure she does everything she can to make everyone around her welcomed and happy"
Jess C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Charleston, SC
Devon W.
5.0
She's the best! My little snookums was so sad to see her go :( but they had so much fun together!!! She's timely, flexible and most of all, amazing with kids!
- Craig F.
Molly M.
5.0
Mary aka "Molly" is amazing! She has been babysitting for us since my children were infants to now (5 and 2). She is very reliable, trustworthy and sweet. I feel totally comfortable having her in my home with my small children. She has rocked my girls to sleep and is now helping my eldest with her...
- Virginia T.
Sophia K.
5.0
She is very easy to contact, replies back very fast. Really cares about animals and pets. She was very dependable, and on time. My child felt very comfortable with Sophia, and I felt at ease leaving my child and pet in the hands of Sophia. Sophia is very responsible and someone I can trust!
- Bob B.
Emma B.
5.0
Emma was an amazing babysitter watching our two year old son. He loved her. She was dependable, punctual and we would DEFINITELY hire her again!
- Mike B.
Leanna C.
5.0
Leanna has been a great sitter. She has taken care of our boy not only at night but during the day and has done a great job. Thanks Leanna for all you do for us!
- Keith And Liz C.
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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 373 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 $17.61 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 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 184 reviews of the 373 listed babysitters.