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236 babysitters are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Durham, NC
Ashley R.
Durham, NC
$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 8+ years of experience babysitting and working with kids. I worked at a daycare with small kids, ranging from 3 months to 10 years old. I am also the oldest sibling and have been taking care of my younger siblings since they have been born. I recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and am passionate about teaching and...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Laura M.
Durham, NC
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Laura and I recently graduated with a Masters degree from Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment. I am particularly interested in building equitable and sustainable food systems! I have been babysitting for well over a decade and love it. I have cared for children ranging in age from 2-13 and am happy with all...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
I'm a musician who loves caring for kids! My philosophy is to bring joy and creative exploration to the time I spend with your children. It's important to me to develop a healthy & trusting relationship with the kids I care for as well as their parents. I'm happy to provide references.
I've been caring for children since I...
Eleanor can also help with: Swimming supervision
Jennifer A.
Durham, NC
$20-29/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jen. I graduated from Georgetown in 2022 and am spending this year working at Duke as a Research Fellow. I love kiddos and have extensive babysitting experience. I spent one summer babysitting a 2-year-old boy and another nannying for kids ages 5, 7 and 11. I have also been a swimming instructor and swim coach for...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I like working with kids because it has always been a passion of mine to work with children. I have been babysitting since middle school and I am currently sophomore in college. I love children and children tend to love me as well. I am very protective over children so you will never have any concerns about your children while...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ximena, although I like my nickname Mena more, I am 18 years old and a recent graduate of high school. Here is some backstory on why I think I am a good fit for these roles. I was lucky enough to be adopted at a young age by a foster mother, and my childhood household has seen around 40 children come and go. Kids with...
Ximena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Alexandra S.
Durham, NC
$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexandra. I have been babysitting since I was 12 from my cousins, neighbors, and other families. I love babysitting and being around kids. I am full of energy and ready to play with children when the time comes. I can help with meal prep, light housekeeping, and homework. Overall, I always love the chance to...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Amari A.
Durham, NC
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm a patient and imaginative childcare provider with six years of experience. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles with children! My positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives motivated me to become a caregiver. I believe in supporting...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I work and volunteer at the YMCA while over the time of school breaks. I have worked with all ages of children while also babysitting for family or friends. I am CPR certified and have had first-aid training. I enjoy doing cool arts and crafts and making things for the kids to do like play dough or even treats that they can eat....
Aleigha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Patience T.
Durham, NC
$18-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
- Hi!! I am excited to work with you guys! I am a big sister to many and have watched kids my whole life. I have been watching kids my entire life, but I have 3 years of professional experience. As a babysitter, I not only take care of the children but the household. I want to relieve some pressure off the parents, I want to...
Patience can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Hello my name is Jasmine and working with children is my passion! Some facts about me is I love music, going to concerts, cooking, going swimming, watching movies, and shopping. If anyone were to describe me they would say I'm flexible, always smiling, nurturing, and hard working. I began working with children in 2011 as a...
Paige N.
Durham, NC
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience babysitting all ages throughout my time in high school and college. I can help with housekeeping, laundry, cooking, entertaining the kids, really whatever needs to be done. I am currently in Nursing School and have some availability during evenings to help out!
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Eleanor M.
Durham, NC
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Energetic, Positive, And Responsible College Student Loves To Read And Run Around
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi all! I am a senior at Duke University studying education. I adore kids and watching them learn new things! I've worked as a substitute teacher, a swim instructor, and with kiddos with additional needs (in schools and at a mental health facility). As someone who had numerous babysitters growing up, I know the importance of...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Iyana! With over 5 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens and 2 years as a kindergarten teacher(currently), I bring a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and dedication to every babysitting job. As both a teacher and a mom to a newborn, I have a deep love for children and a passion for helping them...
Iyana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hello everyone!
A little about me: I am a registered nurse at Duke Hospital in the Pediatric ICU.
I absolutely love working with children, I have worked at a summer camp (Outpost Summer Camp) starting when I was 13 years old working with campers of all ages (3-14) and backgrounds and have loved every second of it.
In...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am know as the baby whisperer by my 4 adult children. My qualifications:
5 years of Child Psychology Secondary School in Guangxi China. Employed in as an elementary art instructor for 15 years. In 2006 I relocated to the USA to be with my husband where we raised our 4 children. Since 2015 I have provided daycare, sitting, and...
Ailian can also help with: Meal prep
Hello! My name is Mollie and I have over 5 years of childcare experience. I have babysat part-time since 2016 and have been a forest school educator since 2021. As a teacher in an all-outdoors, forest learning center, I focused on nature-based, experiential education that encourages curiosity and exploration in children. I...
Mollie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Gabrielle C.
Durham, NC
$12-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gabby and I will be in the Sarasota area this summer completing an internship with Mote Marine Lab's education department. I am looking for evening and/or weekend work.
I have more than seven years of experience nannying and babysitting for a number of families. I have also worked in the environmental education...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a nursery for a church for 2 years. I was a nanny for two summers. I have been babysitting since I was 15. I was an intern in a kindergarten classroom for a semester. I have a degree from UNC Chapel Hill in Human Development and Family Studies (Education) and am currently working on getting my masters in...
Adele can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! I'm Mandy. I began babysitting when I was in middle school and have continued every year (part time), not to mention I am an aunt to 12 beautiful nieces and nephews. I am new to the DMV area, and work a flexible full time job in the legal space, but would love to re-add in some work with children.. I have experience will all...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
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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 236 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 $18.79 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 Durham, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Durham, NC 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 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 171 reviews of the 236 listed babysitters.