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60 babysitters are listed in Cottondale, AL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 10 years
Babysitters in Cottondale, AL
Hello families! My name is Alyssa and I currently teach 3rd grade. I have graduated from the University Of Alabama with a bachelors degree in early childhood and elementary education. For the past few years I have spent most of my time working in schools and at summer camps with a variety of children ranging from 0 months - 12...
Allyson C.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I am a patient, kind and caring person. I have had 8 years of caring for my nephews when my sister needed help watching them. I also have taken various course work related to the development of young children. I am able to provide other tasks such as laundry and cleaning upon request.
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! My name is Laura and I am 20 years old! I am a sophomore Nutrition student at the University of Alabama, and I'm looking for a sweet family to help when I don't have class! I am a super upbeat, caring, and dependable individual. I believe that punctuality is one of the most important qualities someone can have, and I...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Caring Early Childhood Educator, I have been in this field 30 plus years. Enthusiastic, great with children ages 0-12 years of age. Strong communication skills, and love working in this field.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashlee B.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently a college student at the University of Alabama studying Biology. I am on the pre-med track and hope to be a pediatric or trauma surgeon. I have been babysitting since 2016 for children of varying ages. I have worked with children with ADHD and Autism. I am fun and energetic and love working with kids.
Ashlee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Ashlee is very dependable and great with kids! She helps them with creative play, food prep and homework. My kids get very excited when they know she is coming over for a "play date" quick to respond to days/times needed and always comes with a smile!"
Carol L.
Tory R.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi!! My name is Tory and I'm a Senior Public Health Major here at UA! I've had 8+ years of experience babysitting, with children ranging from >6months to 12 years old! I would love to be of any help to you and give your child the care he needs. I have a car and would be able to provide transportation for your child!
Tory can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tory is absolutely wonderful! She took care of our 2 and 4 year old sons while home from college for the summer while I was pregnant with our 3rd baby. My boys absolutely love her -she's responsible, dependable, kind and most importantly, FUN!! Your family will be...
Whitney M.
Bailee M.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids! I have a younger brother that I babysat for from newborn to 8. Throughout high school I also babysat for a lot of families of all ages, and I worked at my local elementary school in classrooms as one of my classes. I have learned how to take care, feed, teach, and importantly be a role model to children....
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Diana. I recently moved to Charlotte from Alabama back home earned my degree in early childhood education & marketing. I have been caring for children for 6 years as a babysitter & daycare teacher. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Diana is very reliable and has a great work ethic, she works very well around children and is great with communication and responsiveness. We worked together at the Birmingham Zoo at the Daycare and she was an exceptional help. I would highly recommend her as a...
Kayla S.
Laura L.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$12-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
To Spread Love And Smiles To The Littles And Their Families!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a very reliable, patient, and hardworking nanny with 10 years of experience caring for children newborn to 10 years old! I have worked jobs where parents are home and where parents are not home, so I am comfortable and okay with either! I am currently a teacher at a daycare, so my evenings and nights are mostly when I am...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is incredible with children! She goes above and beyond to care for and love them like they are her own! She is the only person I trust to come into my home and care for my children!
Days, date nights, overnights, she is the perfect person for any childcare...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Joyia. I come from a big family and have plenty of experience caring for young kids. I am an informal educator working in a museum during the day. I love working with any aged kids and being creative!
Previously I watched two kids, ages 3 and 5. I picked them up from school, took them to their extracurricular...
Joyia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Joyia is just like her name, she is a great joy! My four year old has fallen in love. He was so excited to tell me about their dinosaur activity they worked on together and he is even asking when is she coming over to watch him again. I look forward to having her...
Ashley R.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Lorren and I love working with children. I have three children of my own, and I have been in the field of education for 13 years. I currently teach fourth grade but most of my experience is with children kindergarten-second grade, as well as infants and toddlers. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood...
Lorren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lorren is my niece and all of her adult life I have known her to be a responsible individual wise beyond her years. She has many years of teaching experience and has a genuine heart for children. She is very reliable, dependable, and trustworthy. She is also very...
Lorrisa G.
Stephanie B.
Northport, AL
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Stephanie! I Am 23 Years Old Looking For A Little Extra Money And Love Kids!
Hi, I'm Stephanie! I am 23 years old looking for a little extra money. I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Anna B.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$15-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Anna, I am a junior at Montana State University studying English-teaching. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember, starting around age 11 watching my younger neighbors, and have always loved working with kids! I have experience as a camp counselor for boys and girls ages 6 to 15, and one of the...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katherine C.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kate and I am currently a college student at the University of Alabama, majoring in psychology and child development. I have been babysitting for the past 5 years and have helped out my mom with taking care of my little sister with turners syndrome for my whole life. I love being around kids of all ages and am...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Reaghan N.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$14-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there!! I am a college student at The University of Alabama, and currently work at European Wax Center in Midtown. I am looking for something on the side that I am comfortable doing, as I have been babysitting since I was 13. I love being around kids and I am good with pets!! :)
Abigail D.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$12-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi families! I am an upcoming senior at the University of Alabama! I am completely remote this semester, so I'm completely flexible! I am also currently serving in the United States Air Force Reserve. I have a reliable vehicle and have been baby-sitting for over 7 years! I will love your babies like my own!
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Mary S.
Tuscaloosa, AL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2010 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I was a preschool teacher from 2011 until 2017. I was a nanny for two families when I lived in Florida between 2014 and 2015. When I left the daycare in 2017 I worked full time with a family that had a 2-year-old as well as a...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hey! My name is Charice. I work with children daily as a therapist and have prior experience working at UA's child development center. You can expect high levels of care and fun with me as a babysitter.
Charice can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
I am a junior at the University of Alabama and am home for the summer! I love working with kids and have had experience babysitting and also working in the child care center at my church on Sundays working with kids from 6 months - 10 years old! I am patient, kind, caring, and love to have fun!!!
I love caring for children, pets (all), the elderly, and people with certain disabilities. I am pursuing a BS in Mathematics and Education. I grew up with a sister who has special medical needs; therefore I feel comfortable assisting with medical tasks and understand the importance of promoting independence, safety, and courage....
Jebbie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cottondale, AL
Ashlee B.
5.0
Ashlee is very dependable and great with kids! She helps them with creative play, food prep and homework. My kids get very excited when they know she is coming over for a "play date" quick to respond to days/times needed and always comes with a smile!
- Carol L.
Tory R.
5.0
Tory is absolutely wonderful! She took care of our 2 and 4 year old sons while home from college for the summer while I was pregnant with our 3rd baby. My boys absolutely love her -she's responsible, dependable, kind and most importantly, FUN!! Your family will be lucky to have her!!!
- Whitney M.
Diana S.
5.0
Diana was awesome! Our daughter hardly cried at all, and she's 8 months old. And on top of that, she's teething! That shows me that the babysitter has experience with infants. I felt very comfortable leaving our daughter with Diana , and I was very happy to have her as a babysitter!
- Kelli S.
Laura L.
5.0
Laura is incredible with children! She goes above and beyond to care for and love them like they are her own! She is the only person I trust to come into my home and care for my children!
Days, date nights, overnights, she is the perfect person for any childcare needs you have!
10/10 recommend!
- Care member
Joyia P.
5.0
Joyia is just like her name, she is a great joy! My four year old has fallen in love. He was so excited to tell me about their dinosaur activity they worked on together and he is even asking when is she coming over to watch him again. I look forward to having her with us again!
- Ashley R.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cottondale, AL:
How can I find a Cottondale babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cottondale, AL 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 Cottondale, AL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Cottondale, AL?
The average rate for Cottondale, AL babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 per hour as of January 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 Cottondale, AL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cottondale, AL 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.