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Laken B.
Ferguson, NC
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for caring for children. Being around them brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I have over a year of experience as a childcare provider, and I'm confident in my ability to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child.
My educational background includes a Master's degree in...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Becca, I am 20, and I am looking for evening and weekend babysitting jobs in the Boone area while I am in school! I have a car and can assist with carpooling and errands, as well as any household chores you may need. I am also available for petsitting. I am an honors student, and I am also more than happy to assist with...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have two children(8 and 10) and one of them is non-verbal autistic and certainly requires a lot of patience. Rebecca excelled with him and my other son. She also fit in with the family really well and felt like part of the family. She cared for the boys full time...
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Moriah T.
Taylorsville, NC
$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Moriah.(: I grew up raising three of my younger siblings and have 5+ years of active babysitting experience. At the age of 16 I was a nanny for a family of seven during the summer months.
My most recent job was in France. I was as a 24/7 caregiver for 2 kids ages 4 and 7. I was able to learn French over the...
Moriah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Moriah babysat for us for several years and then lived with us as a nanny for a summer. She is loving, fun, warm and helpful. She cares for the kids and house like a mom would. We are sad we moved because we have never found any babysitter quite as wonderful as she...
Aarika B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love watching and helping children grow and learn! I am a former basketball and volleyball assistant coach so I also love physical activity if the children are up for it. Any learning games, arts, and crafts are usually incorporated into the day as well!
Ruth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ruth is very dependable and caring. She took care of my son when he was a baby. Definitely the best of the best!"
Beth M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Everyone! It's so nice to meet you!
My name is Amanda! I am a Senior at App State studying Elementary Education. Spending time with children is near and dear to my heart as I aspire to be someone who provides a loving, caring environment focused on the growth and good of the child.
I would love to assist your family in...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is creative and willing to be flexible with her schedule. She brings activities and develops interests that teach children many skills from cooking to artwork. She goes above and beyond to make sure my child was not just sitting watching the or playing on...
Sarah S.
Ashley D.
Lenoir, NC
$14-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Full Time Caregiver, Love Children, Have Been Around Children All My Life
4.8
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a college degree in preschool children. I have babysat all ages. I love to interact with kids, play safely, read books, dance, sing, and all kinds of fun stuff. If you need references, I've got them. I have two girls of my own (8&5)
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley watched our kids for us while we were visiting the area for a wedding. She was friendly, reliable, helpful, and courteous to our kids and our family. Her knowledge of children and having her own made us feel confident in hiring her. You will not be...
Stephanie M.
Lauren T.
Jefferson, NC
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Offering Child &/or Pet Care Services
5.0
(1)
I am currently a substance use counselor in Boone, NC. Prior to that, I was in full time child care for 2+ yrs at a residential foster home where I provided trauma informed care for up to 9 kids at a time, ages 0-18 with various backgrounds and needs, including 2 young children who were nonverbal & on the autism spectrum. I...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I have personally known Lauren for over 15 years and has babysat numerous times for my youngest daughter. Lauren is an excellent role model who displays professionalism, integrity, safety and most of all, loving kindness to children. Children respond well to...
Janelle J.
Debra O.
Lenoir, NC
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am very experienced in working with children, I have 2 adult children of my own and a grandchild. I managed a family owned/operated 60 children daycare/preschool ages 6 weeks-5 years old with 8 employees. I am certified in Childcare Credentials I & II and Business Administration I & II, First Aid, CPR, SIDS training,...
Debra can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Debra is so sweet and wonderful. We will call her again next time we are in the area. Our children loved her!!!"
Parmelee M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Courtney. I am 20 years old and a third year Child Development major with a concentration in Family & Child Studies at Appalachian State University. I have years of expierence nannying in house privately and in a child care facility. I have an NC child care background check, CPR and first aid certifications as...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Courtney is such a joy to have in our our lives. She is an absolute blessing to our baby boy and us! She goes above and beyond and any family would be so lucky to have her. If I could give her more stars I would. :) She is the BEST! "
Skylar W.
Jayla G.
Taylorsville, NC
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jayla and I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer job. I have watched after children of all ages and I believe every child deserves a safe, fun, and loving environment. I am an animal lover and enjoy housekeeping as well. I am flexible in my hours, and reliable. I would love to be able to work with...
Jayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jayla did a very pleasant job at taking care of my two children. She was very responsive when we contacted her and our kids loved her! She creates a wonderful environment for children and even teaches them things sometimes. She was nice, caring, and fun for our...
John B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi families, I'm Becca! I am a student majoring in elementary education. I have worked with kiddos for over six years now and have been a camp counselor for four! With me, your children will receive appropriate care and have fun! Feel free to message me!
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Rebecca for one night while we were visiting Boone. She was wonderful! She was warm and engaging and my 3.5yo son loved her right away. I trusted her completely and would hire her again if I am visiting Boone again."
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as fun, quirky, and calming.
I like working with kids because each child brings something different to the table.
I'm looking for a job that is fun and flexible.
I started working with kids when I was a child. I come from a big family. I have a Bachelor's degree in Birth-k, with a focus in early...
5.0
"Anna was so great with my 10 month old! My son loved playing with her and as a first time mom I felt so at ease knowing Anna was taking care of my son. She had great communication and I would definitely hire her again! "
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sam and I am a recent college graduate. I majored in psychology with a concentration in counseling/child development. I have worked for several families for the past 7 years, with children ranging from 6 weeks to 16 years of age. I am flexible and experienced with performing different child/household duties. In...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam is great! She watched our child several days a week and easily fell into a routine with the family without the need for much orientation. She was extremely reliable, communicative, and a great listener. She helped us exactly the way we needed."
Arden J.
Hi, I'm Dottie! I am a sophomore at App State. My major is Recreation Management with a concentration in Outdoor Experiential Education and a minor in Spanish. I have been babysitting since middle school; I absolutely love it! I have worked as a freelance babysitter, I have worked in the nursery at my church, I have been a...
Dottie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlyn O.
Lenoir, NC
$10-15/hr
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn. I don't have a ton of experience child caring. Although, I do go with my mother to babysit a 10-month-old boy a few times a week and I also have a sweet baby niece that I see and help take care of all the time! I would love to babysit your children too and would even do a little housekeeping! I hope to...
Hi, My Name is Abby! I am currently A sophomore at Appalachian State University studying Elementary Education. I have always had a passion for working with children and have lots of experience. Along with many years of babysitting I have also worked as a Summer Camp Counselor and Summer Camp Director. I would love to work on a...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kristen P.
Taylorsville, NC
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter Willing To Work Weekends And Weekday Nights
I'm a mother of 2. I have babysat since I was 13 have completed high school and some college. I have helped out with after school day care at a child development center and also worked summer camp for a youth organization. I have a very flexible schedule.
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Isabelle S.
Boone, NC
$14-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
My name is Isabelle , and I am majoring in elementary education at App State. I have experience as a babysitter, nanny, and lead daycare teacher. I love children of all ages, and I especially love creating fun memories with them. I like to create a warm and loving environment while also providing the structure and stability that...
Isabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kara P.
Taylorsville, NC
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pre-K Teacher Looking To Change Direction Into A Full-time Nanny Position!
Hello! I have 8 years of PreK experience in a classroom setting, 2 years in home nanny experience AND 3 kids of my own! I'm currently seeking one day of work a week or to be an occasional fill-in for your nanny or for date nights!
I am SIDS certified, AED/first aid/CPR certified, have my Early Childhood Education certificate,...
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi, my name is Destiny! I'm currently in school and am available on weekends and weekday afternoons. I babysat for several years in high school and was always the designated sitter for my younger cousins. I've always absolutely loved kids, and I hope that yours will get along with me as well. :)
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ferguson, NC
Rebecca N.
5.0
I have two children(8 and 10) and one of them is non-verbal autistic and certainly requires a lot of patience. Rebecca excelled with him and my other son. She also fit in with the family really well and felt like part of the family. She cared for the boys full time every other week and was a joy to...
- Care member
Moriah T.
5.0
Moriah babysat for us for several years and then lived with us as a nanny for a summer. She is loving, fun, warm and helpful. She cares for the kids and house like a mom would. We are sad we moved because we have never found any babysitter quite as wonderful as she is. We have five kids and she...
- Aarika B.
Ruth M.
5.0
Ruth is very dependable and caring. She took care of my son when he was a baby. Definitely the best of the best!
- Beth M.
Amanda F.
5.0
We love Amanda! She's very interactive with our daughters. We feel very blessed to have met Amanda and have her part of our family.
- Kasia J.
Ashley D.
4.0
We hired Ashley to watch our kids while we went to a dinner. She was on time, professional, asked questions to help set our expectations. The kids had all good things to say about her. We will be using her services again in the near future.
- Andrew S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ferguson, NC:
How can I find a Ferguson babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ferguson, 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 1 babysitters in Ferguson, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Ferguson, NC?
The average rate for Ferguson, NC babysitters on Care.com is $15.00 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 Ferguson, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ferguson, 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.