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60 babysitters are listed in Hickory, NC
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Hickory, NC
Leidy A.
Hickory, NC
$13-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 years of experience. I worked in a day care as a trained teacher and childcare including CPR for toddlers. I LOVE babies! They are so CUTE. I have baby sat for many friends and family since I was a teen. I can help with Light Housekeeping.
Leidy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah B.
Hickory, NC
$8-10/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm 19 years old and I've babysat for family and friends mostly. I'm a very creative person and I love to do crafts or be outdoors. I'm good with cooking, cleaning, bathing, or running errands. I also work with nursery kids at church which is usually 3-8 kids.
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am excited to help your family with caregiving needs! I am an occupational therapy student at Lenoir Rhyne and have experience with assisting with activities of daily living and working with children! I look forward to making your life a little easier!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly,...
Morgan R.
Hickory, NC
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Just Want To Work With Kids And Create A Fun Environment.
Hey my name is Morgan and I am studying clinical psychology at Anderson University. I would like to work with children one day. I enjoy creating fun environments and teaching children sports and helping them learn. I have 1 year of experience working for the YMCA summer camp and after school program. I coached an U8 girls...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Samantha. I am 23 years old. I went to college for my Early Childhood degree. I am now super flexible. I own a 2016 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback and I do have insurance. I have also worked at a daycare and in two kindergarten classes and I have been a nanny 4 times. I do have a background check and I am certified to work...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Rylee B.
Hickory, NC
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm a passionate, caring, and experienced childcare provider with a genuine love for fostering children's growth and development. With 8 years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of many children, and I'm eager to continue doing so.
My calm and patient demeanor, coupled with my creativity and...
Stephanie L.
Hickory, NC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education: Birth- Kindergarten, with a focus of special education. I am an NC Pre-K teacher and currently working a few nights a week as a lifeguard. I have experience with children of all ages. I also nannied for a family with 4 children;...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as polite, patient, and very friendly.
I started working with kids when I was very young, I've helped raise my nephew who's almost 7 now. I've also spent time helping neighbors watch their kids while they had to work, their kids were 10 and 6 at the time, I had such a fun time working with that...
Kaitlyn P.
Granite Falls, NC
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I am comfortable with kids of all ages and am willing to work with sick kids or even disabled kids.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Allison D.
Granite Falls, NC
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, which is why I became a caregiver. With two years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for up to two children of all ages. My calm nature and creativity make me great at playing educational games and teaching new skills. I'm confident in enforcing household rules...
Hope T.
Conover, NC
$9-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi guys! I'm ideally looking for a job hours between 7am-3 pm, doesn't matter the days I'm in college. I would prefer a full time position as a full time nanny. I have a passion for caring for children, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. I'm CPR certified and have 4 years of experience caring for children...
Hope can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
Maribel R.
Conover, NC
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maribel! I am am a Special Education teacher. I enjoy the outdoors and love kids. I am looking for a summer nanny/ babysitter job.
Maribel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hello! My name is Rachel. I am currently a teacher at Ardrey Kell High School, and for the past two summers I was the Camp Director at Linville Ridge Country Club. I am interest in part-time care and babysitting.
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm Sophie!! I am a newbie on this app, but not when it comes to kids. I have two nieces, both under 4! I used to work as a lifeguard during the summer, so I am super comfortable around children and know how to handle most ages! I'm an open book so I can tell you anything about myself :)
I am a senior at WCU, studying...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Keysha. I am a mother of 2 handsome boys. I also have nieces and nephews that I love dearly. I adore children and enjoy seeing them learn, laugh and have fun. I have an associates in arts. I have worked in urgent care and hospital settings. In both setting, I worked with children. I have 9+ years working in the...
Keysha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Carson, I am 30 years old and very interested in your job posting. I'm a college graduate and have around 10 years of babysitting experience. I have taken care of babies, toddlers, and older children. I love sports and being active outdoors.
I am CPR certified, a non-smoker as well as have a clean driving record. I...
Shelby W.
Granite Falls, NC
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Shelby! I am 21 years old, I'm currently earning my medical office degree online and I'm to full time or part time jobs! I have 3 years of experience working at a family day care, sitting for families, and overnight sitting experience, caring for children ages 0-12 years old. I am also CPR/First aid certified. I...
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
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 CCS Teacher during the day, and love spending my evenings planning for my next days of teaching or helping out with your little ones. Spending time with children is near and dear to my heart as I aspire to be someone who provides a loving, caring environment...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Debra is awesome! We hired her four times over the past month to take care of our 5 month old. She is very professional, caring, and wonderful with my baby. I highly recommend her and plan to hire her again!"
Ann W.
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hickory, NC
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.
Debra O.
5.0
Debra is awesome! We hired her four times over the past month to take care of our 5 month old. She is very professional, caring, and wonderful with my baby. I highly recommend her and plan to hire her again!
- Ann W.
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 Hickory, NC:
How can I find a Hickory babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hickory, 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 27 babysitters in Hickory, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.0. 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 Hickory, NC?
The average rate for Hickory, NC babysitters on Care.com is $15.52 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 Hickory, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hickory, 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.