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60 babysitters are listed in Decatur, AL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Decatur, AL
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 10. I have watched all ages. I am willing to watch multiple children. I have 20-month-old boy that I will have to bring with me.
I have raised two girls, been an assistant k4 teacher and a PE teacher. I love children as well as helping adults. I have also been a personal asst. I am available when you need me.
Vrginia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Allen R.
Decatur, AL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider Looking For Nanny Position Or Occasional Babysitting
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was a young teenager. One of my first babysitting experiences was assisting a mother with her two premature twin daughters while her husband was on a Guard Duty. I have since babysat for several families from the time their oldest child was an infant until they had 3-4 children in the family, in...
Allen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Raleigh L.
Decatur, AL
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a creative and friendly caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My experience includes two years of babysitting, where I gained expertise in caring for children of various ages. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, puzzles, and technology-based games with children. I believe in open...
Bonnie P.
Decatur, AL
$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a special education teacher at Decatur City Schools. I have been a nanny and occasional babysitter for the last 5-6 years. I look forward to seeing how I can help love on your kiddos on weeknights and weekends!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Treasure C.
Decatur, AL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Treasure:) I am 28 years old, and a mom of 2. I am a Pre-K 4 teacher and have been working with children since I was a young teenager. I have worked at daycares, summer camps, and now I am in the school setting. I have also been a private babysitter for several different families.
I LOVE working with infants and...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth B.
Decatur, AL
$12-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am currently an occupational therapy student in my graduate year. I love working with kids and finding ways to be creative while babysitting. I am currently at encompass health from 7-5 for my unpaid student internship, so I am...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Notice: So Sorry for the big gap in jobs, took some time off to focus on some hard classes.
I have 5 years of experience, maybe a little more. I've been working/volunteering with kids since I was 12 and I'm 20 now. I love doing crafts with kids, playing outside, I also know how to play guitar and ukulele so kids always have a...
Caroline can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Looking to do some pet sitting in my home. I have lots of experience with pets. I have a teenage daughter who is also excited about helping. We have a cat and a mouse in the house as pets. My daughter and I tag-team taking care of our current pets. They are low maintenance so we can easily handle a few more. I prefer gentle...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hey my name is Taylor and I am 30 years old. I have been working in childcare since I was 15. I am very comfortable with all ages of children. I also love animals. I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. I hope to talk with you soon!
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Jenna R.
Decatur, AL
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and outgoing college student that has a passion for working with kids! I have babysat kids of all ages for 5 years now and would love to have the opportunity to take care of your kiddos!
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jenna is amazing! My grandchildren loved her!"
Barbara R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a first time mom and student working towards a degree in psychology with a passion for caregiving. I have been employed in daycare for the last three years, so with that experience and a baby of my own I have worked with newborns and up to children 11 years old. Majority of the time I have worked with 3-4-year-olds, but I...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Anna has been a true Godsend for our family and 5 month old. Not only does she love Anna and her son, but she gets all of her naps and bottles on time and has so much fun playing, singing, and learning. We even credit her quick advancement to having another little...
Laura W.
Rebecca M.
Athens, AL
$12-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I Am Rebecca, I Am A Sophomore At UAB And Am Home For The Summer!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as confident, dependable, and embracing.
I like working with kids because they always put a smile on my face but also give the most honest feed back than anyone I have ever met.
I started working with kids when I was the age of 12 and I continued up to now, which is my Sophomore year of college....
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"she's never late, never bored, and never out of ideas for the kiddos!! amazing pick"
Hannah C.
Meredith K.
Madison, AL
$12-18/hr • 9 yrs exp
Madison & Huntsville - Reliable Babysitter With References
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate currently working in account management, but I miss babysitting! I have 8+ years of experience with all ages (newborn and up) and with multiples. I love being active and creative with the kids. I have my own vehicle and am willing to travel for pick-ups/drop-offs or attend events as needed.
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Meredith was a natural with my 4-month old! As a first time mom, I was nervous about having anyone watch my son that wasn't me or my husband. She was very warm towards him, and if he fussed, knew exactly what he needed. I'll definitely have her babysit him again!"
Hannah B.
Jennifer H.
Hartselle, AL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have nannied for many families, including many infants. I also have four kids of my own all school aged. I am also CPR certified. I like to follow the routine that you have for your child. I am patient and kind. I'm available to do in my home or yours if the location isn't too far. I look forward to meeting you!
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jen was flexible with her time, a great communicator, and more importantly a great caretaker for our son in the first year of his life. We were sad when she moved-we highly recommend her to any parent!"
Maureen V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
20 years of experience in the child care industry, love to Educate and deveLop young minds through the exercise of music, arts & crafts, reading and story telling.
Ronna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ronna goes above and beyond when doing her work,she is very consistent and persistent. She puts 100 percent in whatever she does. Its always a joy to have her on your team."
Nathencia J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've spent many years babysitting, volunteering as an AU pair(live-in sitter/English teacher), and helping raise my nieces! The joy of being around children comes naturally to me, and over the years I've learned that I love embracing my childlike spirit. From sports, art& crafts, games, DIYs, and everything in between, you can...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Meghan was awesome! I'm so glad I chose her to watch my toddler!! This was the first time I've ever left my child with a babysitter and Meghan made the experience wonderful. She is super sweet and my little one loved her from the start!"
Brittney M.
Jennifer S.
Madison, AL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of one who is 4 yrs old. I have been watching kids that weren't siblings and cousins for over 12 years. I like fun, crafts and outings to parks. I
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Thanks everyone for such high regards. I will give Jennifer a call."
Joyce L.
Hi! My name is Holly. I am 48 and mother of 3 grown children. I have worked as a veterinary assistant. I love children and animals of all kinds. I was a substitute teacher for 20+ years, off and on, enjoying the flexibility it allowed me. I have now moved on to nannying. I have several part-time positions, and I love the...
Holly can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
I have worked in two day cares and supported my way through college. Now that I am a graduate working in my field of study I am looking for ways to improve on my current resume. I have experience with a wide variety of ages. I am very easy going but mature and responsible.
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Decatur, AL
Jenna R.
5.0
Jenna is amazing! My grandchildren loved her!
- Barbara R.
Anna W.
5.0
Anna has been a true Godsend for our family and 5 month old. Not only does she love Anna and her son, but she gets all of her naps and bottles on time and has so much fun playing, singing, and learning. We even credit her quick advancement to having another little one to play with and learn from...
- Laura W.
Rebecca M.
5.0
she's never late, never bored, and never out of ideas for the kiddos!! amazing pick
- Hannah C.
Meredith K.
5.0
Meredith was a natural with my 4-month old! As a first time mom, I was nervous about having anyone watch my son that wasn't me or my husband. She was very warm towards him, and if he fussed, knew exactly what he needed. I'll definitely have her babysit him again!
- Hannah B.
Jennifer H.
5.0
Jen was flexible with her time, a great communicator, and more importantly a great caretaker for our son in the first year of his life. We were sad when she moved-we highly recommend her to any parent!
- Maureen V.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Decatur, AL:
How can I find a Decatur babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Decatur, 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 11 babysitters in Decatur, 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 Decatur, AL?
The average rate for Decatur, AL babysitters on Care.com is $15.36 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 Decatur, AL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Decatur, 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.