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278 babysitters are listed in Knoxville, TN
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Knoxville, TN
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have now babysat for five families through care. com, and I am still working with them as I am asked during the school semesters! I do regular days during the summers!
I am involved in a children's ministry as well! Every Sunday morning, I teach a lesson, plan curriculum, orchestrate games, or oversee the behavior of about 40...
Emanuela can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Emanuela is the best. She is able to manage my 3 young boys with ease. She always has something fun planned to do and they are so excited when she comes to babysit. She is dependable and has a heart for children. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Savannah! I'm looking to be a babysitter to take the pressure off the parents! I am one of seven children in my family so I am great with younger and older children! I would love to meet an amazing family and take some stress off their hands, as well as make a child's day! I am very reliable, trustworthy, outgoing, and...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She has helped me in many ways with children and pets! She is very reliable, joyful, and just great to have around the kids!"
Allison L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience with babysitting have had a bunch of different jobs with families. I have been a live in nanny for 3 months taking care of meals, daily chores, watching the kids, helping with homework and picking them up and taking them to school! I'm addition I have spent the past year as a nanny for a little girl...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah was prompt, communicative, playful, vigilant, and kind. Everything we could want in a nanny/babysitter! My five year old had such a good time with Sarah. We’d definitely hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello there. I am a 26-year-old college graduate. I have babysat many kids, whose ages range from newborn to 12. I have been a nanny to several children, including a 4-month-old baby, and 1-year-old twins. I also have experience coaching sports and I have also been a camp counselor and after school counselor, working with kids...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emma is fantastic! I was really nervous having my son stay with a sitter for the first time, but she did such a good job with him!"
Brittany S.
5.0
(4)
Hello :) My name is Kelly, and it would be an honor to work for you and your family!! I am a very caring person by nature and am gentle as well as understanding/empathetic. It means the world to me that each child gets the care and attention they deserve, and that they are in a safe and positive environment. I work as a...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She’s my little sister and helped take care of several of my friends children with me! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved looking after children and finding ways to make caretaking time fun for them! I love to cook, cleaning and housework comes very naturally to me. I also love to introduce children to interactive crafts and creative activities that are engaging and give them an opportunity to express themselves as I did when I...
Ivy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"We love Ivy! She watches our 1 and 5 year old a couple times a month and my children absolutely adore her. She's great with the kids and our crazy Jack Russell terrier too. She is always on time and is a great communicator, she's always keeping us informed with how...
Brad V.
Elise P.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(17)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I prefer to be messaged directly rather than being sent a booking request, if possible!
I have experience with all age groups, including infants. I think what sets me apart from others is that I'm truly looking to develop a bond with the children I'm looking after. I try my best to really listen to children and guide...
Elise can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My 2yo daughter loves Elise. They play so well together and my daughter doesn't seem to care when she realizes I have left the house. Elise has also gotten my daughter to eat really well, which can be a hard thing to do. We will miss her since she is moving to TN."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with three years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My calm and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children of all ages. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their child's day. When it comes to household rules,...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She babysat my two year old last year before we moved. She's dependable and very responsible. Kayla is a great babysitter and I would highly recommend her!"
Wyatt L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Since high school, I have been caring for children. I spent several years volunteering at a yearly daycare opportunity through my school as well as volunteering at a Vacation Bible School. I have also taken some classes on child care and development, including training in SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). I have worked at a...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam...
Chloe S.
Shonesty R.
Knoxville, TN
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shonesty, I am 24 years old and have always had a passion for working with children. I'm new to Knoxville and looking for a family to care for. Before moving to Knoxville I was a full time nanny and part time babysitter to several amazing families in Northern Virginia. I come from a quite big family, with over 30...
Shonesty can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shonesty is the best! She watches my 7 month old and two year for appointments, errands, and date nights. Me, my husband, and both kids love her. Always on time and very sweet! I would recommend her to anyone :)"
Julee A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lauren and I'm looking for part time nannying jobs! In May, I graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Child and Family Studies. I love kids and I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I'm a fun babysitter and love the kids I watch like they're my own family. In the past, I have built...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lauren has been coming to stay with my girls (almost) weekly for a couple months now and they have taken to her like a big sister. She is always very communicative and punctual. I would recommend her to any family needing someone they can trust with their children....
Becky F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Lisa. I am 46-year-old non-smoker, with over 35 years experience in various capacities and with an early childhood and elementary education background. My experience is with newborns up to teens, with and without disabilities, in home and also daycare settings, as well as hotels! I have volunteered in my church...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lisa is a genuinely wonderful person! She truly cares for everyone around her. You will not be disappointed and I'm certain by the end of the day you'll get to call her your friend! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am currently a student at UTK looking to get back into babysitting over winter break! I babysat two young girls for two years in high school, and I absolutely loved it! I have also worked in camps for kids. Over the summer, I also regularly babysat for a few families! I love working with kids because they're so lively and...
5.0
"We have loved having Madeleine come to watch our two preschoolers! She is so energetic and positive and our kids just adore her. "
Jill M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Isabella. Im a second grade teacher and I have more than 3000 hours of certified child care. I have worked at summer camps with ages 8-12 and really love being around children and helping them to learn and grow. I was a nanny in Denver for about 4 years for 3 different families and did occasional babysitting for...
Isabella can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella is a fun and creative person! She is very trustworthy and has a lot of experience. She would most definitely provide great care for children of any age!"
Grace H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Tia and I am from Rantoul, Illinois. However, I have worked at multiple summer camps as a camp counselor. I have planned and executed many activities for children of all ages. I am in law school currently and have many years of babysitting experience!
Tianna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Tia was wonderful to work with! We had a house full of kids ranging in age from 1 to 10 for the holidays. Tia arrived on time, kept the kids entertained and put them to bed. She was kind and generous and we would definitely hire her again."
Erika C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as loving, positive, and spunky. I like working with kids because I have a passion for caring. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old (newborn to teen, 1-7 children). I remember buying the babysitter book from target!
Neonatal ICU @ETCH, UPMC Children's Hospital Graduate, Arizona State...
Kendra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kendra has had young family members and pets her whole life that have depended on her for care. She loves the responsibility of the job and the interaction she gets out of it. She does not shy away from being active and will always be ready stay engaged."
Brooke N.
Kaitlyn M.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Kaitlyn and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting regularly since I was 14 years old and am the oldest of 3 girls. I am CPR and first aid certified and have my card to show. I have even worked in day cares in the past. I have many references and I am also a mother to my 15-month-old son, Lucas!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lila and I am graduating from college in May with a marketing and communications degree. I have 8 years of experience with babysitting and nannying infants, toddlers, and school aged children. Many of the families I work for have been comfortable with me driving their children as well as taking them to the pool...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lila is very informed on how to keep kids safe and what to do in case of an emergency. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Isabelle and I am 20 years old studying microbiology for the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. I am a hard-working student who loves to care for others and give a helping hand. I love all pets so that would never be an issue. I can also care for children with specific needs. I have a ton of availability...
Isabelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Rachael D.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, and relaxed.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent, and long term. I'd like to be with a family for a while and build a trusting and communicative working relationship with.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"We love Rachael! She was highly reliable, my daughter loved her, and she was trustworthy & flexible. "
Care member
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Knoxville, TN
Emanuela A.
5.0
Emanuela is so simply the best caregiver. She is so sweet and patient. She is always actively engaged with our children. Our children love the games, songs and arts and crafts she does with them. She’s very good at handling several children at once. It’s wonderful to be completely at ease knowing...
- Care member
Savannah L.
5.0
She has helped me in many ways with children and pets! She is very reliable, joyful, and just great to have around the kids!
- Allison L.
Sarah C.
5.0
Sarah was prompt, communicative, playful, vigilant, and kind. Everything we could want in a nanny/babysitter! My five year old had such a good time with Sarah. We’d definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Emma N.
5.0
She is an incredible tutor, babysitter, and pet sitter/house sitter. My son was failing all of his high school classes, and she got him making all A's in no time. She babysat him when he was young and has always been so dependable, kind and supportive. She comes from an amazing family and always...
- Lauren P.
Kelly H.
5.0
She is amazing with kids, and so sweet! Kelly would definitely be a great addition to anyones Care team she’s always on time and is overall a awesome caregiver. I would definitely recommend her
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Knoxville, TN:
How can I find a Knoxville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Knoxville, TN 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 278 babysitters in Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville, TN?
The average rate for Knoxville, TN babysitters on Care.com is $16.49 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 Knoxville, TN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville, TN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Knoxville, TN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 102 reviews of the 278 listed babysitters.