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Find babysitters in Portsmouth, RI that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Portsmouth, RI

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years

Babysitters in Portsmouth, RI

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Brooke B.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello!! My name is Brooke and I am a 25-year-old teacher. I currently teach middle school science and in the summer, I help operate a sleep away camp for girls aged 12-15 - so I'm sure you can tell that I love kids and have tons of experience. I am also trained in first aid and CPR. I am reliable, flexible, and very friendly. I...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Amanda M.


Bristol, RI

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

3.8

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Amanda. I am 26 years old, a mom to a 3-year-old baby girl, I have a certificate in Medical Assistant and I am also CPR/First Aid certificated. I am very respectful, trustworthy and reliable. I have many years of experience from babysitting family members children, to my own brother & sister and now being a...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is an incredibly kind, responsible, and caring nanny. We are lucky to have found her for our son! "

Liam R.

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Theresa R.


Little Compton, RI

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Theresa. I am originally from Little Compton, RI, but currently live in Fall River, MA. I have many, many years of babysitting a nannying experience, having my first full-time summer babysitting job in just the 7th grade. I come from a very big family (six of my own siblings, and six nieces and nephews), which...
Theresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I prefer not to give her such a glowing recommendation because we want to keep her all to ourselves! We absolutely LOVED Theresa!! She always left our home neater than when she arrived. Our kids loved being with her (especially our youngest who has a hard time...

Erin J.

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Gabriella D.


Tiverton, RI

$15-26/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I just graduated from Emmanuel College in Boston, Studying Communications and Media studies with a minor in Managment and writing. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years young. I have a car and am willing to run errands for you around the area. I...
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Gabby for three weeks while on vacation in South Dartmouth with our two boys. My husband and I were both working while there. Gabby was on time, created a great bond with our two boys ages five and seven. She took them to do fun activities daily. We loved...

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Jasmine B.


Fall River, MA

$16-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Grocery Shopping, Errands, Carpooling, Laundry and most importantly Babysitting!
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Jasmine was so helpful and so great with our 1 year old daughter! Would love to have her sit again and would recommend her to other families! "

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Joanna O.


Middletown, RI

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an active retired woman in excellent health. My home town is Newport. I have 4 grown children and three grandchildren and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have always loved babies and children and enjoy the energy and joy they bring to our lives. I enjoy introducing children to the outdoors,...
Joanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We came to Newport for a long wedding weekend. Joanna was a Godsend for our family. We have 4 children ages 6 years to 2 months and Joanna helped make the trip possible. She took the kids on outings to beaches, wore them out in the hotel pool, and even drove our...

Maumus C.

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Louisa R.


Newport, RI

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Reliable And Enthusiastic Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am a 21-year-old college student at Salve Regina, looking to babysit your kids! I've been babysitting for a few years now and come with plenty of excellent references. My experience is with kids from 11 months old to 10 years old. It is my goal to not only care for your kids, but also provide enriching activities...
Louisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Louisa came through for us when we needed a last minute sitter for an event. She was willing to be flexible with us on the location, and our 11 mos old daughter loved her! We are so lucky to have found Louisa & we would absolutely hire her again."

Shannon P.

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Sarah P.


Tiverton, RI

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am the oldest of three girls, so I have been babysitting for my two younger sisters since I was 13 years old. In addition, every summer between the ages of 13 and 17 I babysat for an only child in Little Compton, RI. During high school I also babysat during the school year for my neighbors, who have two boys. My...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My girls (ages 2 and 5) absolutely love her! She watched them once a week for 3 months until we moved across the country. I give her my highest recommendation. She's a pro and has such a lovely, gentle approach with kids. She's genuine, positive, dependable and...

Emmy S.

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Karen W.


Jamestown, RI

$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Empty-Nest Mom Looking for Kids to Have a Fun Summer Adventure

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of super fun 18-year-old daughter who just finished her freshman year of college and I miss having her around. Since I'm not working for the summer I thought it would be fun to do something with kids and at the same time lend a hand to a busy family. Our house was the one where the neighborhood kids hung out and...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I found Karen on this website and she took care of my kids (4 & 9 yrs.) while I finished up nursing school last year. She has a lot of energy and kept my very energetic (hyper!) kids very busy. She is very reliable and prompt and flexible and my kids loved her. She...

Laura H.

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Isabelle R.


Newport, RI

$30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Babysitter And Ballerina Creative And Fun!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Isabelle. I am an experienced nanny that aims to create a balance of creative and encouraging environments for children of all ages. I am 23 years old. I have lived in Newport for the past 3 years and grew up on Cape Cod MA. I've cared for children age 1mo-12yr and enjoy getting to know young people at every stage of...
Isabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We loved Isabelle and so did our kids. My girls loved her braiding their hair and drawing. She was caring and my kids so looked forward to seeing her. We will miss her."

Jami M.

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Nicole S.


Newport, RI

$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

The BEST Childcare On Aquidneck Island

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Nicole! I am originally from the North Fork of Long Island and now reside on Aquidneck Island. I am a real estate agent and also provide highly reputable family assistance and childcare to prominent families with high standards of confidentiality throughout NY and RI.
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole is a fantastic babysitter. We have had the pleasure of Nicole babysitting for us almost on a weekly basis for the past 6 months. Nicole is always punctual and always willing to babysit when she can. Our children love when she comes and we are very grateful...

Christina K.

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Hailey G.


Bristol, RI

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Hailey and I am a recent college graduate. I have a lot of babysitting experience with children of all ages and worked at a daycare with children ages 6 weeks-5yrs. I find caring for children very rewarding and I always do my best to make sure families know that their child is getting the best care possible. I can help...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hailey was truly the best babysitter. Our son absolutely adored her and she was so good with him. She made sure he was active and busy all day, was very attentive to specifics and more importantly loved our baby like he was her own. If you decide to hire Hailey,...

Alexandra P.

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Shannon C.


Newport, RI

$15/hr • 20 yrs exp

Full Time Child Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Shannon and I am 41 years old. I have more than 30 years of experience in child care and 2 years of college studying Early Childhood Education. I have experience in twins and watching multiple children at once. I did help my sister raise her 4 children until they got old enough to were they no longer needed...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Joviana G.


Bristol, RI

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun But Responsible Sitter! Ready For Anything

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and older children. I can help with Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, Laundry, and any HouseKeeping needs as well. I was an assistant preschool teacher for 2 years, and I have been babysitting since I was 13. I recently was a live in nanny and was working up to 14 hours a day...
Joviana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great communication, punctual, and kids loved her. Thanks so much Joviana!"

Ashley L.

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Brenna H.


Newport, RI

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/ RN Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brenna and I love working with children and older adults. I am a registered nurse in RI. I have in the past taken care of children ages 3 months to 12 years old in the home and a variety of ages in the field. I am CPR/BLS certified, and have my own transportation. I am willing to drive up to 15 miles. I look...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Brenna was a pleasure to work with. Professional, timely, and dependable are just a few words I can think of to describe her. I would highly recommend her."

Daniel R.

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Rachel S.


Bristol, RI

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am living in Bristol! I am a senior majoring in Elementary Education with a French minor at Roger Williams University. I've been around kids my whole life, I have 2 younger siblings with large age gaps between us. I have worked at dance studios, nannied and substitute taught in elementary schools. I LOVE being around kids,...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"My two small children enjoyed having Rachel around. I trusted leaving them in her care without question."

Regina B.

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Heidi K.


Tiverton, RI

$28/hr • 11 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 10 years of experience in early childhood education, CPR certified and a bachelors degree. I live in Tiverton RI. I have taught and ran my own early childhood classroom for two years where I gained valuable trainings and experience. I hope to hear from you soon! Have a great day :)
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Heidi was really great with the kids, cheerful and responsible. We will be hiring her again, next time we need a date night!"

Ashley M.

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Kimberly T.


Middletown, RI

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mom Of Teens That Has Seen It All!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kimberly (Kim) T, I live in Middletown, Rhode Island. I am a mother of two daughters, my oldest is a sophomore in college and my youngest is a junior in high school. I recently retired from my 25 year career in sales and I am looking for part time child care positions. I went to Salve Regina for elementary education,...
Kimberly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Amazing babysitter! We were so nervous leaving our 5 month old but my husband and I really needed a night off. Kim was punctual and eased our nerves from the moment she walked in the door. When we arrived home we found them reading a book and our little boy...

Martha B.

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Tessa A.


Bristol, RI

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi! I have six years of childcare experience, including two in a daycare, and I've worked with kids of all ages. I love creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for them. I have an associate degree in Computer Science and will be going back for my bachelor's in the fall, so my availability is currently open but will change...
Tessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My two girls love when Tessa babysits, they always have so much fun. I will be hiring again!"

Alysia A.

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Olivia M.


Bristol, RI

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime :)

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia and I am 25 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 10 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I graduated Pre-Med. I am currently applying to medical schoolto become a pediatric surgeon....
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Olivia watched my daughter all summer, and was an amazing help to our family! My daughter looked forward to spending the day with Olivia, they always did something fun! Olivia is dependable, timely, kind, and patient. We will definitely be working with her again in...

Alexandra H.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, RI

Amanda M.

5.0

Amanda is an incredibly kind, responsible, and caring nanny. We are lucky to have found her for our son!

- Liam R.

Theresa R.

5.0

I prefer not to give her such a glowing recommendation because we want to keep her all to ourselves! We absolutely LOVED Theresa!! She always left our home neater than when she arrived. Our kids loved being with her (especially our youngest who has a hard time with new people.) She was firm and...

- Erin J.

Gabriella D.

5.0

We hired Gabby for three weeks while on vacation in South Dartmouth with our two boys. My husband and I were both working while there. Gabby was on time, created a great bond with our two boys ages five and seven. She took them to do fun activities daily. We loved having Gabby and our boys still...

- Care member

Jasmine B.

5.0

Jasmine was so helpful and so great with our 1 year old daughter! Would love to have her sit again and would recommend her to other families!

- Care member

Joanna O.

5.0

Joanna was truly truly wonderful! My 4 year and 1 year old had the best time with her. She scheduled proactively a call ahead of time to learn more about them and answer any of my questions. She made me feel super safe and I completely trusted her. She got the kids to bed on time and gave them...

- Andrea I.

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