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Hi I'm Carson! I've been babysitting since I was in high school and I am currently a senior in college. I love working with children and families and am a flexible and reliable sitter!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative and loving!
I like working with kids because they are imaginative, funny and always learning!
I'm looking for a job that is flexible and comfortable
I started working with kids when I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood babysitter and even as an adult, I still nanny and love...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Lauren is such a gem of a human being. It was such an honor to meet and get to know her as our nanny for our two young toddlers while we lived in Chattanooga. She has such a warm, loving energy about her, sharing her love of the arts with our babies, and I trust...
Erin P.
Lily H.
Cleveland, TN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Looking for summer 2025 position now!* Hi I'm Lily! I'm about to be a first year teacher and I full time nanny during the summer! I've been babysitting since I was 11 and a full time nanny for 7 years now. I've been in classrooms and pre-schools, working with children for over 10 years. I love kids and want many of my own one...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough good things about Lily. She is always on time, polite, generous, and truly loves kids! I would hire Lily again in a heartbeat. There needs to be more Lily’s in the world!!!!"
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Melina H.
Chattanooga, TN
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Melina H and I have been working in childcare for 3 years now! I've had experience with children as young as 6 months old, to children as old as 5 or 6. In my first K4 classroom I had up to 20 children, all while staying focused on their needs and my job as well. I worked in an Older Twos classroom second, potty...
Melina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melina was typically early and very responsive to texts, either asking her to work or how things were going while she was sitting (we're new to the babysitter thing, so we checked in). She was always very sweet and engaging with our daughter and had a calm...
Teri A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved children! I am a lot of fun, and I like to see them having fun. I have babysat for close to 15 years and have lots of experience with varying ages. I have worked with children in a variety of settings too. I have worked in a daycare, but feel the home setting is the best for the child and the caregiver. I am...
April can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"April has never let me down. She always comes on the day that she says she is going to come. She has the key to my house, and the code to my security system. I trust her with my children and my home."
Amanda Z.
Lashanti J.
Ooltewah, TN
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Im Patient, Dedicated, Reliable And Nurturing. When I Commit To Something I Commit To It Fully!
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm currently a full time student at UTC majoring in biochemistry. I'm open to any part time sitting needs. Most of my availability will fall in the evenings or on the weekends. I'm also open to date night and overnight sitting. I'm CPR and first aide certified as well as updated on my vaccinations. I do practice the...
Lashanti can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Lashanti has been watching my children (8months + 2 years) once a week for multiple months now. She has always been on time and is very reliable. My boys love when she comes over and are sad when she leaves. I am so thankful for Lashanti because I am able to trust...
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5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Taylor. I am 23 years old. I have my own transportation a four door Buick. I am available for the hours you requested. I have experience with my sisters four kids ages 1-12 and my friends 1-year-old whom I watch regularly. I also currently watch a 18-month-old child on the weekends and have experience watching a...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Taylor has been a God send for my two kids (4 and 10)! She came in every weekday during the summer months to watch both kids until school started and they bonded with her very quickly. She helped us make it through a week where I had to travel for work and my...
Krithika R.
5.0
(1)
I have experience babysitting all ages between newborn through 12 years old. I've been babysitting occasionally since I was 11 years old. My most current child care activities include caring for my own 3 children aged between 2 & 8 years and volunteering with the kids program at my church.
I'm looking to babysit during the day...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer watched out son at our hotel while we were in town for a wedding. She was fantastic! She was super flexible with our ever-changing plans, and answered all of our annoying, paranoid texts. She even got my son to sleep, which is no small feat. We would...
Jessica D.
4.6
(19)
Hired by 31 families in your neighborhood
Hey Moms and Dads!
My name is Kaulyn (pronounced Collin) and I moved to TN the summer of 2021.
My career goal is to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner because I love kids and I'm a big one at heart!
I have experience with all sorts of children including neuro divergent and special needs. I've cared for children ranging from...
Kaulyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I'm so thankful for Kaulyn. Since June, she has been responsible for our twin babies during the workweek and is great with our 6 year old too. She is competent and thoughtful, she takes pride in her work and does a lot for us. She makes purees, organizes and tidies...
Kyle S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!! I am an experienced caregiver for individuals of all ages. I have been working with elementary aged kids for almost six years, but I have since expanded to working with babies and all the way up to nursing homes.
I have always loved working with children especially in small groups or one on one as I love to create a...
Maia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Maia for any job through care.com.
I am regularly impressed with her professionalism and customer service abilities through the years. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Cana. I grew up here in chattanooga and I graduated with my bachelor's in Psychology from Lee University may 2023. I have lots of experience working with babies, toddlers, and children. I was a full time nanny for a year after graduating, that job was so full filling and I still keep in contact with that family...
Cana can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Cana is a sweet person & my kiddos enjoy having her around! I work from home and have had her for a couple months now come to help with the kids! She's great with them, willing to help on any day her schedule allows & is a great communicator! Recommend for sure!"
Ali B.
Faith E.
Cleveland, TN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.3
(4)
I work full time as a Pham tech and would love to help out when needed and when I'm available if you have any questions please feel free to reach out
5.0
"Faith is very punctual, kind and caring. We hired her for a short time for my 1 year old daughter. She was always very receptive to my daughter's needs and made sure to give me updates when I needed them. Loved working with her!"
Racheal D.
Rachel W.
Chattanooga, TN
$23-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Caregiver Honored To Work With You
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Rachel!
I'm a 32-year-old copywriter and child care professional from here in Chattanooga.
As the oldest of 5 siblings, I grew up as a built-in babysitter for my family. I also have 2 years of full-time nanny experience as well as lots of experience babysitting for children ages 1 to 12.
I am Red Cross CPR and...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel has been an amazing nanny to our son! She started with our family when he was 8 months old. Rachel keeps him engaged (lots of walks, singing, playtime etc.) and has aided in his development with starting solid foods, crawling, and walking. She has also...
Heather F.
Over 5 years of experience working with kids ages 1-13! Have taught reading to kids, experience with potty training, and experience working on coping skills with kids.
Maddie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all,
I am here for your babysitting needs! I have experience from infancy-high school. I have worked in daycares, babysat/nannied. I was also a paraprofessional in a high school and worked at an elementary school as a Teachers Assistant. I did various things including 1-1, classroom assistant things. I have my Bachelors in...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sherlyn C.
Cleveland, TN
$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I believe in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and explore.
I'm also very comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents about their child's day or any issues that arise. I follow the parents' preferred...
I have a passion for working with kids of all ages! With two years of hands-on experience in a daycare, I've cared for children from 6 months to 8 years old, creating fun, engaging, and nurturing environments. I'm also happy to help with light housekeeping and grocery shopping to make your day a little easier!
Cameron can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hey everyone! I'm Karla, an elementary teacher who loves being around kids playing and learning more about the world and discovering new things with them. I have 6+ years of experience, I'm new in this app looking for a full time job since my current job is almost finished, I have references and I will happy to share that with...
Karla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Angela A.
Chattanooga, TN
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Jadyn J.
Cleveland, TN
$8-10/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a caregiver with three years of experience who is passionate about helping children learn and grow. I create a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I love playing games with children, from outdoor sports to board games to technology-based games. I'm comfortable caring...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Collegedale, TN
Lauren K.
5.0
Lauren was our nanny during the pandemic and I could not have asked for anyone better to care for my son during this time. She was reliable, flexible and absolutely loved by my child. She provided educational activities, amazing engagement, and pictures throughout the day. I honestly cannot say...
- Liz B.
Lily H.
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Lily. She is always on time, polite, generous, and truly loves kids! I would hire Lily again in a heartbeat. There needs to be more Lily’s in the world!!!!
- Care member
Melina H.
5.0
Melina was typically early and very responsive to texts, either asking her to work or how things were going while she was sitting (we're new to the babysitter thing, so we checked in). She was always very sweet and engaging with our daughter and had a calm demeanor. Always willing to stay as late as...
- Teri A.
April L.
5.0
April has never let me down. She always comes on the day that she says she is going to come. She has the key to my house, and the code to my security system. I trust her with my children and my home.
- Amanda Z.
Lashanti J.
5.0
Lashanti is wonderful! She has a fun, bright personality that my kids adored! She was very attentive. We'd definitely hire her again!
- Kella R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Collegedale, TN:
How can I find a Collegedale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Collegedale, TN 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 1 babysitters in Collegedale, TN on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Collegedale, TN?
The average rate for Collegedale, TN babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of April 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 Collegedale, TN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Collegedale, TN 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.