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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
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 24 from Knoxville and have been babysitting since I was 15! I've been a professional nanny for over four years now I have experience with all ages but specifically toddlers and infants! I've also been CPR and first aid certified twice! I would love to chat with you about watching your children in my home or yours!
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Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kendall K.
Knoxville, TN
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a pediatric ICU nurse and have experience babysitting and nannying for 10 years and absolutely love children! I am just looking to fill in my schedule a little bit since I am only working at the hospital as needed!
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
Hi!! My name is Maddie and I am a senior at the University of Tennessee! I have been babysitting and nannying for various families for about eight years now. I love to be around kids! I have watched children with ages ranging from two months to 15 years old.
I have a car and will be able to drive to any practices or school drop...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Annie H.
Knoxville, TN
$18-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a senior in college with 5 years of babysitting experience. I love to help make fun crafts and complete light house cleaning! I'm energetic, reliable, and will keep the kids entertained!
Annie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name I Sam and I am starting my PhD in ecology/biology in the fall of 2023 at the University of Tennessee. I have many years of experience caring for my nieces and nephews, with paid babysitting experience as well. I have a car and would be able and willing to take the kids on fun adventures to the zoo, park, library,...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah F.
Knoxville, TN
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Sarah. Beginning in August 2019 I will be in the nursing program at AB Tech. Looking for weekend work nannying/babysitting. I *may be able to work some weekday evenings.
I am also open to house sitting, animal care-taking, and C. N. A. (Certified Nurse Aide) work. I hold a current C. N. A. and have...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Megan M.
Knoxville, TN
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Megan and I have been babysitting for children of all ages for 6 years as well as working in a child care center for 3 years! I have taken care of children from ages 6 months to 12 years old and have loved being able to make an impact on children's lives. I have had many responsibilities while taking care of...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Ava W and I'm currently a first-year OTD student at Belmont. I have been babysitting children since I was 14 years old and I've worked with kids of all ages. In addition, I have worked with kids with autism, CP, down syndrome, etc. I enjoy doing crafts, puzzles, cooking, singing, and just having fun! I'm willing to do...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Shaylyn and I attend the University of Tennessee. I am CPR and first aid certified and have experience working in a daycare as well as in-home babysitting. I am pet-friendly, COVID vaccinated, and have reliable transportation as well as a clean driving record. I love kids and playing games, reading, crafts, or anything...
Shaylyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Kennedy, and I am a college freshman at the University of Tennessee. I have been a babysitter for the past four years and work as a camp counselor during the summer, so I have plenty of experience with kids and think they are wonderful! I enjoy providing reliable childcare and I strive to create a safe and...
Gina R.
Knoxville, TN
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I LOVE children. I have a 12-year-old and an 8-year-old son. I have worked in a preschool setting for 16 years. I have also been a long term nanny before my family and I relocated. I have a lot of experience with children and have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 years old. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have all my...
Gina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Becca B.
Knoxville, TN
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi Parents!
My name is Becca, and I am a junior at The University of Tennessee. With over seven years of babysitting experience, I've cared for children ranging from newborns to preteens.
I am reliable, organized, and positive, and I take the care of your children extremely seriously. I love spending time with kids and have...
Becca can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Hi Friends!
My name is Anna, I'm 19 years old, engaged (getting married July of 2024!) and the oldest of 6. My siblings and I were homeschooled by myself and my mom.
I've been babysitting my siblings since I was 12 and for other families since I was 14, I've regularly babysat for one family 1-3 times a week since I was 17.
I...
Juliet T.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with a passion for nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My journey as a childcare provider stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my innate love for working with children. I have five years of experience caring for children, and my...
Juliet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Nicole C.
Knoxville, TN
$16-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently a pediatric SLP. I have worked several other jobs in a child centered setting, including but not limited to; day camp counselor, swim instructor, and babysitter. In prior experiences with Care. com I have nannied for children with disabilities and families on the weekends. Im am flexible but have a tight schedule...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Madaline B.
Knoxville, TN
$28/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a student at the University of Tennessee, I am a speech pathology major and I am minoring in child and family studies. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 13. I have worked with pretty much every age group from newborn to pre-teen.
Madaline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Jayla W.
Knoxville, TN
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello I am Jayla I am a college student I attend Pellissippi College on Magnolia campus I am looking forward to finding a family that I could help when they need me to babysit I can cook clean and anything else that needed I would try my best to accomplish You want regret it choosing me Thank you so much
Sophie S.
Knoxville, TN
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a second-year college student at the University of Tennessee. I have 5 years of babysitting experience including a summer nanny job. I am looking for regular or one-time babysitting jobs near campus!
Sophie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Alexandra L.
Knoxville, TN
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi!
I am a junior at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville double majoring in psychology and neuroscience.
I am CPR, babysitting, first aid, and lifeguard certified.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old. I have three nieces and a nephew as well and love spending time with them.
In my spare time, I like to...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Holly F.
Knoxville, TN
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi!
I have always had a passion for caring for children throughout my entire life. I started babysitting the neighborhood kids when I was 12 years old, then worked as a professional tutor through a local tutoring service before going on to complete a degree in occupational therapy (with a strong interest in working with...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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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 4.6. 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 $16.50 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Knoxville, TN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 125 reviews of the 278 listed babysitters.