Find Babysitters in Durham, NC
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked babysitters in Durham, NC and hire the best fit for your family.
Find babysitters in Durham, NC that you’ll love
238 babysitters are listed in Durham, NC
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Durham, NC
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...
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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
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:
CPR
First Aid
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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Juliana H.
Durham, NC
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've had the fantastic opportunity to work with a variety of age groups through my volunteer work at summer camps in NC, including the Durham Arts Council and the Museum of Life & Science, as well as Babysitting & Nannying opportunities. I value creating an environment where kiddos can flourish!
I enjoy outdoors,...
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, 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, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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...
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...
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:
First Aid
CPR
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
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Mollie and I have over 6 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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Chrissy L.
Durham, NC
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of General Manager experience; I have managed an escape room, a full service restaurant, and an acai bowl/smoothie shop!
I'm very organized and energetic; fun fact about me, I did ballet for 15 years!
I have been babysitting since I was in High School and I got the opportunity to be a live-in nanny for just under...
Chrissy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kim S.
Durham, NC
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With three years of experience as a nanny, I'm experienced in caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My previous role as a babysitter further instilled in me the desire to make a positive impact on children's lives.
I'm patient, calm,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have been working with kids in some shape or form for the last 15 years. I was born and raised in Michigan, and I am the oldest of three. I have been babysitting for multiple families since the age of 14. I also have worked in church Sunday school classes and as a VBS counselor. I have worked for various kids summer camps. I...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello my name is Amelia. I'm 19 years old and I currently go to Cosmetology school.
I'd describe my personality as Joyful, playful, and attentive.
I'm looking for a job that not only let me care but other things to make me grow as a person.
I started working with kids when I was young. I'd babysit my siblings and other...
Amelia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
I am oldest daughter so taking care of the household and children come naturally to me. I love kids and truly believe they are a mirror to your face in the most positive way possible.
I have been in hospitality for several years which has strengthened the skills I use in caring for children. Babysitting and part time Nannying...
Showing 81 - 100 of 239
Additional Babysitter Services
Babysitter Articles
8 strategies for maintaining happiness and success in your daycare job
March 27th, 2025 If you’re starting a new job at a daycare, you’re probably wondering, “How can I make the most of this opportunity?”
For starte
... Read more
6 qualities to help any daycare teacher shine
February 20th, 2019 I remember clearly the first time I dropped off my first child at daycare. I was so scared to leave him and worried he wouldn’t get the TLC he got at h... Read more
101 indoor games for kids and other activities
March 21st, 2025 When bad weather keeps kids (and their grown-ups) inside, boredom can quickly set in — but staying indoors doesn’t have to mean missing out on fu... Read more
Easy jokes for kids of all ages
March 21st, 2025 Most kids are little clowns by nature, but learning how to tell a good joke is a skill that they will need help mastering. While your comedic chops may not r... Read more
What is nonbinary gender identity? How to explain to kids (and conscious adults)
March 21st, 2025 Gender diversity has always existed throughout cultures around the world, but in recent years, it’s become a more prominent topic of conversation in ou... Read more
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 238 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 $18.88 per hour as of March 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 182 reviews of the 238 listed babysitters.