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60 babysitters are listed in Cranston, RI
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Cranston, RI
Janelle A.
Cranston, RI
$15-30/hr
Hello, my name is Janelle and I am an energetic 30-year-old who loves kids of all ages. My communications major makes my personality friendly to all. I currently work for a corporate company but am looking to change careers. My passion has always been childhood. I come from a loud and big family, so I know how to deal with tough...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
I am a mother of 4 children, ages 4 months, 3 years, 11 years and 13 years. I know how important it is to have someone you trust to call on for childcare help. I am also familiar with special needs children, ADHD and Autism. I am looking to help out with short-term non-traditional child care for families who need child care help...
Robin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
My name is Debbie, and I have been working with care. com for about 5 years now. Prior to working with care. com I spent almost 20 years working in the human services field. During that time I worked in several different group homes with people with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's syndrome, people with hearing and visual...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Abigail! I'm a very energetic and outgoing person in between career jobs looking to be your go to for tutoring, child care, pet sitting, etc. I have a MS degree with tutoring experience, have been babysitting since I was 16, have working with kids with special needs, and love animals! For the last year, I have been...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children most of my life! I was a neighborhood babysitter as a teen and then I worked at the JCC in Providence for two years. I went on to be a nanny for one of the families from the JCC. I have worked with babies as young as newborns to5 -years old. I am CPR infant certified, a non-smoker, have my own...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma was an excellent choice to care for our 4 month now going on 3 year old. She got our youngest daughter on a sleep schedule that we were never able to do with our first daughter. That was life changing! She is caring, patient, and follows direction. She is...
Tiffany A.
5.0
(1)
I am 25 years old and currently reside in Warwick, RI. I have about 7 years of experience caring for children and providing help to families! I'm looking for babysitting jobs in the Cranston, Warwick, East Greenwich area. I graduated from Salve Regina University in May of 2021 with my bachelor's degree in Psychology and...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Jenna was the BEST babysitter and our kids absolutely loved her. We were so sad no longer have her as a sitter once we moved away! We can't recommend her enough."
Cara D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Katherine! I grew up in Barrington and graduated from BHS before attending the University of Southern California. I am looking to babysit or nanny for local families before moving to New York to begin a full-time job in November. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and nannying within Barrington and am available for...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent babysitter. She kept my daughter happy, fed, entertained, put away groceries. My daughter loved her . She was prompt and professional. My daughter is already asking when she can come back! "
Kayla G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been in the nursing industry for about 5 plus years. I have experience with babies and young children. I have a education as a nursing assistant and about 10 years of culinary experience. I am reliable , friendly , fun and professional . With a open availability
I look forward to taking care of your little ones
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's amazing and my kids love her"
Sonya A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Lauren and I am looking to watch some sweet kiddos part time. I have around 6-7 years of experience working with children and have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education. I have worked at summer camps, have substitute taught in classroom grades K-8, and most recently taught full-time in a second grade...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren stepped into a situation where I needed emergency coverage and she showed up on time, barely got oriented, but excelled beyond words. After just one day, both of my sons (1.5 yo and 4.5 yo) adored her and had the best time. Would definitely hire again! "
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Winifred H.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have been babysitting since I think 2015. I have worked with infants up to 17 years old.. I have a degree in Classical Studies from uri with two minors one in anthropology and one in fine art. I have completed culinary training at jwu and considering an MA in History with a focus in archaeology at uri for my masters. I'm a...
Winifred can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Sophia D.
Warwick, RI
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sophia! I am 21 years old and I have about 6 years of experience with babysitting children ages infant to teen! I can also help with errands as well, as I have worked with families just as a house keeper/nanny if the kids need rides. I am an upcoming senior at Rhode Island College currently studying cognitive and...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sophia is great. My kids loved her. She arrived early and was very good at engaging with the kids."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I'm Lauryn, I'm 24 and I'm looking to put my childcare skills to good use caring for someone! My main experience over 5 years is with infants, up until around 2 years old. I love working with infants and younger kids because watching them learn about everything for the first time and helping them to do so is very...
Lauryn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauryn has been caring for our infant for almost 6 months. She is wonderfully attentive to our daughter, and is incredibly reliable and communicative. We are very happy to have found Lauryn!"
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Natali B.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving and caring person. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently working towards my Bachelor's Degree.
I currently work in a 5-star child care program. I have now been in this program for 7 years!
I am constantly attending workshops and training to enhance my teaching. I also hold and...
Natali can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Natali watched my two girls every weekend for a few months. She was communicative, punctual, and reliable. "
Mike M.
Elise C.
Providence, RI
$22-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've always enjoyed working with children and have had several opportunities where I can care for them, introduce them to new interests, grow with them, and find the balance between safety, fun and proper supervision. I enjoy arts and crafts, baking and cooking, science experiments and trips to the playground. I love teaching...
Elise can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elise is creative, thoughtful, and dependable. Best of all, she relates very well with all manner of people. She's delightful. Couldn't recommend her more highly. "
Paul M.
Ally R.
Warren, RI
$15/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ally and I am 25 years old. I have worked with children for 10+ years and during that time I have worked as a camp counselor for 5 summers, a certified teacher for 3 years, an after school tutor for 2 years and have babysat from a young age. My minimum is $25 an hour. I look forward to hearing from you.
Ally can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ally was great with our two kids. Everything seemed to go well for them, and the kids reported having had a fun time with her. They are eagerly awaiting another chance to hang out with her. Would definitely hire again."
Dawna V.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm 34 years young, babysitting/nannying from 17 years old to present. Receiving all needed safety certificates for child care, I am confident I can provide your family with the quality childcare you are searching for. I own a small business and truly have a thirst for success in every area of what I do. I love kids, and...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Smart, always on time, polite, caring, very reliable."
Paul Y.
Ledia D.
Lincoln, RI
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Ledia, I love to take care of babies! I'm a mother of 3 boys and had the pleasure to babysit a boy and his sister for almost 2 years!
I'm a retired architecture engineer who is passionate about babysitting again!
So I'm looking forward to meeting you!
Ledia can also help with: Meal prep
Devyn D.
Warwick, RI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for the past 8 years from being a bus monitor, dance teacher, preschool teacher, and nanny. I am CPR and first aid certified and have also taken multiple child development courses. Plenty of experience with children of all ages, from newborns to teens. I will always put the comfort, safety, and...
Devyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Devyn watched our 3 kids for a couple hours and the kids absolutely loved her. I will definitely be rehiring Devyn in the future. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hey there, I'm Tatiyana!
I like to go by Tati to make it easier!
I have a passion for working with children and love creating a fun, nurturing, and safe environment for them to grow. I currently work at a group home with teens (13-18 years old), where I provide guidance and support, but my experience also includes working as a...
Tatiyana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tatiyana is an exceptional person. Detail oriented, hard worker and a strong communicator. She is a blessing to have as an employee and acquaintance."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, families! I have nearly 11 years of combined experience with care-giving in a preschool setting, as an Au Pair in Germany, and as both a live-in and live-out nanny. I've worked with children ages 0-12, as well as multiple sets of twins. I also have experience with potty training. I love being a part of helping children...
Larissa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Larissa is an exceptionally thoughtful and patient caregiver. She took care of my active 1-yr old son on a regular part time schedule over a 4-month period. Always punctual, an exceptionally good communicator, and unflappable in the face of a toddler tantrum. I...
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Cranston, RI
Abigail E.
5.0
Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind.
- Care member
Emma C.
5.0
We were very lucky to have Emma as our nanny for a little over a year from April 2021 until July 2022, when we moved out of state. She became very bonded with my son between the ages of one to two and became part of our family, helping with other household tasks as well. We will miss her! I highly...
- Willa K.
Jenna H.
5.0
Jenna was the BEST babysitter and our kids absolutely loved her. We were so sad no longer have her as a sitter once we moved away! We can't recommend her enough.
- Cara D.
Katherine D.
5.0
Excellent babysitter. She kept my daughter happy, fed, entertained, put away groceries. My daughter loved her . She was prompt and professional. My daughter is already asking when she can come back!
- Kayla G.
Anne R.
5.0
She's amazing and my kids love her
- Sonya A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Cranston, RI:
How can I find a Cranston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Cranston, RI 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 43 babysitters in Cranston, RI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.5. 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 Cranston, RI?
The average rate for Cranston, RI babysitters on Care.com is $20.19 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 Cranston, RI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Cranston, RI 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 Cranston, RI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Babysitters in Cranston, RI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.