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233 babysitters are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Durham, NC
Lian F.
Durham, NC
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter Available With Extensive Experience With Children Under 5
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
After 4 years of work in Pediatric Newborn Medicine, I completed my MPH in Maternal & Child Health at UNC, and then worked in research, nannied, & did post-bacc pre-med classes in Durham- I am now a 1st year med student. I love working with & caring for children, and building relationships with them as they learn and grow,...
Lian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We only had Lian as a sitter for a couple months but as I listened to her credentials I became aware that she was probably more qualified than me to watch my child. Lian did a great job of being playful with our kids and keeping them both happy, not a small feat....
Justin K.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Trisha and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Boston University with a degree in Psychology, and I work as a lab manager for two different developmental psychology labs at UC-San Diego.
Update: I am now only available for weekends (anytime) or evenings on the weekdays. Thank you!
I have tons of experience...
Trisha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Trisha is by far one of the best sitters I have ever hired. Not only is she dependable, but she is a hands on sitter and my daughter states that she is her favorite. She is always respectful, polite and on time and just fantastic. We feel lucky to have her as a...
Kate D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Update: (currently only available for occasional help)
Hello! My name is Chelsea. I'm 32 years old and have babysat off and one since I was 15. I typically care for children four years and older. I am happy to prepare meals and do light chores while babysitting. My availability is subject to change, but I can typically be...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It has been an absolute delight to get to know Chelsea. She is so friendly, kind, warm and attentive with our children.
As a reading tutor, she is patient and thorough and always tweaking the lesson plan to meet our daughter's needs. Chelsea comes on time, well...
Aviva E.
5.0
(1)
I have experience with children (newborn-14 years of age). I have experience with sick and disabled children as long as I am given exact instructions. I bring toys and games with me, depending on the age of the child (children). I have mentored multiple children in the past. I have planned trips for my mentees and I (such as the...
Tyra can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"My dog onyx loves her. She is very good with animals. She is the only person I trust to watch onyx when I go anywhere. I know she well looked after when she is with Tyra."
Michael R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids and have grown up caring for them. When I was born my mom did home daycare and continued to do it until I was 18. This gave me exposure to kids of all ages, and provided me with the experience to babysit for family, friends and neighbors. I also have my Bachelors of Science in Nursing and am currently a...
Adrienne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Adrienne is the first non-family member to watch our daughter, starting at around 3.5 months old. She was very comfortable and at easy with our daughter from the first time we met. She's been very responsive and prompt. She always arrives on time/a couple minutes...
Danielle D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for about 13 years. I have always had a love for babies and children of all ages. Whether they are not yet walking or eager for activity I am available for every stage of childhood. I worked in a preschool department as an assistant teacher at my church for a year and am an aunt of 3 under the age...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth took the job on short notice, showed up on time, and did a wonderful job with our toddler, who loved her! Would definitely hire again."
Nick C.
5.0
(7)
. My name is Christina, I'm originally from Charlotte, North Carolina and currently reside in Durham, NC. I have my B. S. in Behavioral and Social Sciences from North Carolina Central University. I'm currently studying towards my M. S. in Special Education with a concentration in ABA. My plans are to one day help children with...
Christina can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ms Christina is absolutely wonderful! She watches our 3.5 yo & twin 13 month little ones. She is punctual (shows up early), fun for the kids, and goes above and beyond in the home (cleaning up the playroom, dishes, etc)."
Angie C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a self-employed mom with two amazing boys, ages 13 and 10. My family and I moved to Durham from Kauai, HI in 2018. I have a degree in Health Information Management, though my true passion has always been nurturing kiddos and providing non-judgemental support to parents while in that role.
We LOVE creative entertainment!...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tiffany is wonderful! She really connected with our kids and was dependable, responsive, and easy for us to work with. She is calm, patient, and manages her care giving with great grace. Her boys are a joy. I highly recommend her!"
Aubrey W.
5.0
(25)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced early childhood professional, with an associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working in a large childcare facilities and also working privately with individual families. I have provided childcare needs for multiple families met through Care. com and for many of my family members and...
Evonna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Evonna came to our rescue for back-up babysitting on several occasions, for our then four-month old and four-year old. She was amazing at setting limits and having the kids follow the rules and routines, without being too strict or at all harsh. She was warm and...
emily E.
Alexis H.
Durham, NC
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Best Buds (Specializing In Child Care And Personal Assistant Duties)
5.0
(18)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alexis and I am a Cum Laude graduate of Meredith College. I studied Fashion Merchandising & Business Admin (focus in HR). Currently I work as a Real Estate Agent and PT assisting individuals and families with childcare & household duties.
I am a very dependable, dedicated, fun, loving, & people person! I enjoy...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is prompt, personable and professional. I was amazed at how comfortable my children were with her after meeting her for the first time. We came home to a very peaceful and orderly home after leaving our children and dog in her care. I highly recommend...
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Jalyn H.
Durham, NC
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.8
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello I am a kind caring college student who is looking for work while on break. I have 3 years of experience with kids ages 4 to 13. I am wiling to learn how to care for kids that are younger. I can help with Grocery Shopping and Errands and after school pick-up. I look forward to building a relationship any kid that I come in...
Jalyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jalyn was very sweet and my children enjoyed her company."
Chelse E.
5.0
(1)
I recently moved to Austin from the east coast and am looking for part time work with families or animals. I worked as a camp counselor for 5 years and have previous babysitting experience. I have spent time with kids from 2 to 15 years old. I enjoy spending time with kids and have the high-energy personality to keep them...
Madelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I worked with Madelyn at a theater summer camp for a couple of years. She was always warm, kind, empathetic, and caring towards all of the campers (ages 6-17)."
Rachel L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an active and engaged childcare provider that enjoys supporting children through all stages of life. After years of babysitting for friends and family, I started nannying as an undergraduate student to support myself through college. I fell in love with care work and realized along the way that I wanted to make a career out...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey is professional, creative, and extremely helpful. She was my first Care.com hire and a perfect example of why this service is so important. We are grateful for the care she provides our daughter and the reliability she provides my husband and I."
Melanie L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I'm a retired nurse and I love babies! I've been babysitting or raising children or taking care of grandchildren since I was a teenager, so for a long time! Now that I'm retired, I'm looking for some flexible pocket money and some time with small children.
Mary can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Mary to fill a gap in our usual childcare during a work week. Mary is the first non-family caregiver we've had, but our baby girl took to her right away. My husband and I both work from home and we can hear her happily squealing in the other room. Mary is...
Margo N.
Jillyan B.
Durham, NC
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my masters in geology and I have just noved back Durham. I worked in a church nursery with 0-4-year-olds for about 2 years total. I taught karate to kids aged 4-14, and I was a summer camp counselor with kindergarten and 1st graders. I have been babysitting on and off for about 10 years. I'm also a baker!
Jillyan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My girls really enjoyed her. I could not have asked for better help."
Joanne F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi ! My name is Namiah (Miah) I am a 22-year-old college graduating student at VSU (Dec) . I've been working with children most of my life . I had my first real babysitting job at 14 years old and working with children so young has helped me gain a lot of experience. I know every child isn't the same and things have to adapt and...
Namiah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Miah was very reliable and interactive with our two kids she was very kind very adaptable to her environment and did what ever was asked and took care of the kids my kids loved her I will definitely be working with her again !"
Monica T.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Angela S. and I'm 22 years old. Here's a couple of things about me. I have 5+ years in nannying/babysitting. I have experience with all ages from newborns to preteens and experience with cleaning. I went into the nanny/babysitting industry to watch them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I speak...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We were in the process of hiring Angela, but ended up not needing a sitter after all. She was flexible and communicative and followed through with everything we scheduled. If we had needed someone, we very likely would have chosen her."
Megan D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a pediatric Occupational Therapist looking for occasional baby-sitting jobs. I am available for date nights, weekend help, and evenings! I have experience with children of all ages, including newborns. I have experience with looking after up to 4 children at once. I am infant CPR certified and fully vaccinated. Thanks!
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caroline is currently our part-time summer nanny. She is wonderful with my kids (age 11 and 10). Always on time, runs errands with the kids (bank, grocery store, drug store), goes to the park, beach, medical appointments, library and music practice. We all think...
Brenda B.
Briauna B.
Durham, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am 25 years old. I have extensive experience in childcare with a passion for nurturing and educating young children. I have experience as a Lead Teacher in a daycare setting, experience as a Behavior Technician working with children aged 2-8, and 10+ years of babysitting/ nannying children of all ages and multiple at a time!...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Briauna is very outgoing and engaging! She is wonderful with every child she meets. She truly is an amazing babysitter and person."
Pepper B.
Maya M.
Durham, NC
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate, skilled childcare provider with a love for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles solidified my commitment to making a positive impact on children's lives.
Parents can expect regular updates about their child's day, as I believe in open communication. My calm and creative...
Maya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Maya was responsive, arrived early, and hit it off right away with my kid. We will definitely ask her to come again!"
Kristy L.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Durham, NC
Lian F.
5.0
We only had Lian as a sitter for a couple months but as I listened to her credentials I became aware that she was probably more qualified than me to watch my child. Lian did a great job of being playful with our kids and keeping them both happy, not a small feat. Would've loved to keep her as a...
- Justin K.
Trisha K.
5.0
I highly recommend Trisha!!! She was very warm and caring towards my 3 young children (6,4,2) and quickly connected with them providing a great babysitting experience. 5 star review!!!
- Gabriela H.
Chelsea S.
5.0
It has been an absolute delight to get to know Chelsea. She is so friendly, kind, warm and attentive with our children.
As a reading tutor, she is patient and thorough and always tweaking the lesson plan to meet our daughter's needs. Chelsea comes on time, well prepared, with a positive attitude...
- Aviva E.
Tyra E.
5.0
My dog onyx loves her. She is very good with animals. She is the only person I trust to watch onyx when I go anywhere. I know she well looked after when she is with Tyra.
- Michael R.
Adrienne H.
5.0
Adrienne is the first non-family member to watch our daughter, starting at around 3.5 months old. She was very comfortable and at easy with our daughter from the first time we met. She's been very responsive and prompt. She always arrives on time/a couple minutes early. When she suspected that my...
- Danielle D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Durham, NC:
How can I find a Durham babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Durham, NC 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 233 babysitters in Durham, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Durham, NC?
The average rate for Durham, NC babysitters on Care.com is $18.81 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Durham, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Durham, NC through Care.com. As of 2024, 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 Durham, NC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Durham, NC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 183 reviews of the 233 listed babysitters.