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493 babysitters are listed in Raleigh, NC
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Raleigh, NC
Catherine B.
Raleigh, NC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
Hired by 36 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver with a decade of experience caring for children aged 0-11, I am deeply passionate about supporting families and fostering children's growth. My patient and friendly nature creates a warm and nurturing environment for kids to thrive. With my background in early child development and certifications in First Aid and...
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Courtney (Catherine) helped us out in a pinch with only a few days' notice. She charmed our five year old from the first time they met on a video call. Then she led her and our baby through dinner and bedtime. This was our first Care.com sitter, and it was a great...
Kathleen M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With over 10 years of babysitting experience, including working with children with disabilities and special needs, I'm here to make your life easier and your kids' day more fun! From cooking and cleaning to transport and playtime, I've got it covered. As a middle school teacher, homework is never a problem-I can help with that...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great with my kids and they loved her! "
Elizabeth M.
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with children for over 10 years, including children as young as 4 and I also have experience with working with children with special needs. I worked as an afterschool care teacher for 4th and 6th graders, a teacher's assistant for a 1st grade classroom, and a swim coach for children 5-18. I was also a...
Rhiannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"We employed Rhiannon as our child care provider for the entire summer to watch our 2 girls. The girls loved having her come over and watch them. She played games with them and was very interactive with them. She would also walk them down to the community pool...
Kevin R.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Brooke and I'm excited to meet you and your kids!
I'm currently studying middle school education at the University of North Carolina, but am visiting Chicago for a couple of weeks for summer break.
Being the oldest of 6, I've always been comfortable with childcare, and during high school I babysat occasionally...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Brooke is a lovely person. She is gentle, intentional, flexible and trustworthy. She has a lot of experience with young children of various ages. I hired Brooke as a caregiver for our church's children's ministry and highly recommend her! She will be a very...
Terrice T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Briana! I am from Long Island, NY but relocated to North Carolina 3 years ago for nursing school. I just graduated nursing school with my BSN this past May. I currently work as a registered nurse at a local hospital. I live in North Hills in Raleigh. I'm looking for something part time or occasional as I do...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hands down the best baby sitter ,very reliable,trustworthy, basically a second mom to my boys definitely recommend!"
Kayla D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of three and a grandmother of two. I have also worked in childcare at the YMCA. I love children of all ages. I am very energetic and like to play games, arts and crafts, sports, reading and helping with homework. I am also a pet lover and will be happy to exercise your dog and children. I am very creative in the...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely LOVE Jamie! She is so attentive to our girls---creative with activities and engagement, sensitive to their needs. She is a part of our family, and we are so grateful for her! We trust her completely and she is very helpful in our home. She's a...
Christi D.
Nicole A.
Raleigh, NC
$20-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Nicole and I have extensive background in childcare. I have taken care of multiple such as twins and I have provided care for children from birth to adolescence. I love to create an environment where a child can have fun no matter what age they are but also learned a few things along the way. As you know this is...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Hello My name is Rena and I hired Shanik as one of my very first part time nannies for my son M. M. is my first child so I was very hesitant and careful with my selection of care for my son. Shanik Provided Excellent Care for M. and our family as a whole. She was...
Rena H.
Zaria H.
Raleigh, NC
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 20-year-old Raleigh native. I enjoy working with children, preferably ages five and older. I currently volunteer for the children's ministry at my church and I'm the oldest of four with the youngest being twins who are currently 10 so I've had lots of experience. I'm very passionate about caring for others and pets. I...
Zaria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zaria has been a wonderful help with our almost 2 year old daughter. She takes care of her on weekday mornings while we work at home and does a fantastic job keeping our daughter occupied. She is punctual, polite, communicative and a calm presence. She takes...
Kate H.
Startice G.
Raleigh, NC
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Worker And Teacher Great With Children Of All Ages!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experienced masters level educator, consultant, and parent coach with childcare and nanny experience! Serving children and families since 2010! Professional experience in both education and behavioral health settings!
Years of teaching experience in early childhood education and elementary education. Certified Teacher honored...
Startice can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Had a great experience with Star! She was on time and has good community. She sent me the cutest pictures of my toddler while I was out. Definitely calling her again! Thanks Star 🙏🏻"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I'm Hanna! I'm a 26-year-old, fun-loving professional. I was born and raised on Long Island, NY, but made a permanent move to Raleigh, NC in March 2022. In my free time, I enjoy thrifting, visiting museums, watching movies, and practicing self-care.
I have cared for children from birth up until 12 years of age, all with...
Hanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hanna is fun, creative and trustworthy! She has always been on time and showed up with a smile when watching my toddler. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Clara. I am 22 years old and a student-athlete at NCSU. I have 7 years of experience in childcare for children from infants to 12 years. I'm majoring in psychology and have taken multiple courses on child psychology and child development. I love going on outings, arts and crafts, reading, and just playing with...
Clara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Madison G.
Raleigh, NC
$15-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison and I am in the process of gaining a degree at NC State for Marine Biology. I love kids and all their craziness. Hope to meet yours!
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison was great - on time, kept my little one happy, and was communicative. Thank you!!"
Care member
Antonella B.
Raleigh, NC
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Antonella. I have lived in Raleigh my whole life. I have such a heart for caring & loving children. I have just two years of experience, along with helping my mom raise my baby brother. I am responsible, reliable, hardworking, and always on time. I know how important it is to find the right person to secure and care...
Antonella can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Antonella has lots of experience with taking care of kids. My 6 and 8 year old daughters love when she babysits. Antonella is very caring and responsible. "
Ada G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My aunt Carla adopted five children within the last six years all under the age of 12. My mother and I lived down the street, so my aunt hired me to watch her children after school and on weekends. My mother has been a principal at several different schools for over two decades where I frequently volunteer. I often play...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"She really helped us out my job has crazy hours and she was there for us"
Camille M.
Madison S.
Raleigh, NC
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Kindergarten and 1st grade teacher looking for summer employment. Former mental health counselor skilled in working with children ages birth-12 years old. I have babysat/ nannied children up to 17 years of age. Dedicated to providing a safe, secure, and fun environment for your children to flourish.
I'd describe my personality...
5.0
"Madison was great with our daughter who was about 1.5 yrs at the time. Madison was punctual, creative and full of energy. She did well with maintaining a schedule and with preparing and feeding lunches for our little one! Would hire again!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing childcare for 26yrs. I have worked in a childcare facility, provided care in my home and most recently been a nanny for over 10yrs. I have 3yrs experience with nanny sharing. When one family moved to another city then I stayed on for an additional 4 more years with the other family until December 2021. I...
Dannell can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dannell has a great spirit and truly cares for your children as her own. She's provided care for my son over the past 2 years on a weekday basis, even overnights and weekends. Her home is clean, organized, yet kid friendly. She provides a nurturing environment...
Brandi B.
Kennady W.
Raleigh, NC
$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love working with kids because it is the only job I found that I enjoy doing each day. Working with children and building that relationship with them as you watch them grow is fulfilling.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old as soon as I was able to do the Red Cross training program. I was a date night sitter...
Kennady can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kennady is amazing. A wonderful, caring young woman. She lived a couple hours away from us in Texas, where we bought a beach house. We started using her for babysitting when we were down at the beach. She was so amazing with our 3 kids- we fell in love with her, so...
Katherine G.
Haleigh A.
Raleigh, NC
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Haleigh. I am 25 years old. I have been working with kids for about 11 years now. I have worked with many different ages. I have been working in daycares for almost 6 years now with taking breaks to go back to school and other things. I currently work with special needs children in an aba clinic during the day. I...
Haleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Haleigh has a genuine love for children. She has extensive experience working with preschool children in both daycare and in-home settings. She also has experience working with young children with special needs including autism and developmental delays. Haleigh...
Linda P.
3.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Sally, I am a CNA certified and CPR trained, and I have experience of many years.
I am very dependable and caring and I am a mother of four grown children . I love kids and I have many references from people I have worked for. also I have my own transportation and good driving record. I get a along very well with...
Sally can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sally helped to care for both of my parents, who both had severe progressive dementia. She was nothing short of amazing. I have had the unfortunate experience of hiring a caregiver who stole from my parents and manipulated my family. Sally restored my faith in a...
Rita H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With over 25 years of expertise in Child Development, I have a genuine passion for connecting with and caring for children of all ages. I hold a B. S. Degree in Child Development from College, equipping me with the necessary knowledge and skills.
My experience includes early intervention, classroom settings, 1:1 in-home care,...
Robin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Robin C. was born to work with and care for children. I have known her for many years and observed her undying devotion to every job that she has had while working with children of all ages from infants to teenagers. She became known in our circle as a 'kid...
June S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Raleigh, NC
Catherine B.
5.0
My wife and I were in town for a weekend and wanted a night out. She was phenomenal with our baby and kept us at ease the entire night. She was worth every penny with our son!
- Dennis R.
Brianna S.
5.0
Brianna has been our ride or dye nanny/ caregiver for the last 4 years. Her schedule and our lives changed as she went through college, graduated, and began teaching. But she has maintained a relationship and care for our kids every step of the way. Her patience and calm, kind, yet firm demeanor...
- Care member
Rhiannon R.
5.0
We employed Rhiannon as our child care provider for the entire summer to watch our 2 girls. The girls loved having her come over and watch them. She played games with them and was very interactive with them. She would also walk them down to the community pool and watch them swim during the days....
- Kevin R.
Brooke G.
5.0
Brooke is a lovely person. She is gentle, intentional, flexible and trustworthy. She has a lot of experience with young children of various ages. I hired Brooke as a caregiver for our church's children's ministry and highly recommend her! She will be a very positive addition to your home and your...
- Terrice T.
Briana G.
5.0
Did a wonderful job with our son! Dependable, caring, courteous and very helpful! Looking forward to having her over again.
- Amanda F.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Raleigh, NC:
How can I find a Raleigh babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Raleigh, 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 493 babysitters in Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC?
The average rate for Raleigh, NC babysitters on Care.com is $17.87 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 Raleigh, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Raleigh, 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.
Ratings for Raleigh, NC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Raleigh, NC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 274 reviews of the 493 listed babysitters.