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Find babysitters in Raleigh, NC that you’ll love
502 babysitters are listed in Raleigh, NC
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Raleigh, NC
Amanda Q.
Raleigh, NC
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter who loves kids! I am a full time student at North Carolina State University. I was a nanny last summer and I am also a high school field hockey and lacrosse coach. I also have certification in CPR and first aid. I am hardworking, trustworthy and love inspiring kids!
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda was great with the children. She kept them entertained and well behaved. The kids loved all the activities and enjoyed her company."
Monica B.
Kate S.
Raleigh, NC
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kate and I love spending time with kids. Being a part of their formative years is both a privilege and responsibility. It is so much fun watching them learn and become independent and also endearing to establish trust and be a safe place for them to lean into. I have had experience working with kids in various...
Kate can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kate interviewed with me and has many wonderful qualities and experience that will be a great fit for any family. She was very professional and mature in her outlook on childcare and understands what it takes to work with children. Unfortunately the needs in our...
Kate S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, understanding, and responsible.
I like working with kids because it's so rewarding to see them apply what you've taught them. I love providing fun projects that include fine motor skills and sensory appropriate for their age.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible of my schedule. I do...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Bronwyn is a wonderful caregiver for our twin sons! She is also a great person to have connected with as parents. She is punctual, patient, thoughtful in her feedback to us parents, and deeply committed to providing a nurturing, fun, and educational experience for...
Carrie D.
5.0
(6)
I am 30 years of age and blessed to say so, originally from NYC. I have been providing childcare intermittently for the last 15 years. I started out just as a shadow sitter to eventually having clients of my own. I enjoy what I do because I love children and I understand first hand how hard it is for parents to obtain safe,...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I met and know Kimberly for 13 years.Kimberly was my student and was a great role model. She was always responsible and reliable. Kimberly would watch and take care of my son when I taught at her school and when we had sleep away camp. I highly recommend Kimberly...
Veronica B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kyra, I have my high school diploma and am 18 years old. I'm majoring in medical sonography at Wake Tech Community College right now. I have around 13 years of experience taking care of children, ranging in age from infants to teenagers, and I am a very dependable, patient, and creative person. My younger...
Kyra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Kyra was very flexible, willing to provide transportation & did a great job making an immediate connection with our family. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Peyton, I'm 25 years old, and every job I've ever had has been working with children. I started out as a summer nanny the summer before I started college and have done nannying in some form since then with a range of all ages (3 months- 12 years). I have a specialty of working with infants and toddlers and have...
Peyton can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We needed a last minute sitter, and Peyton was so sweet to accommodate us the night before. When we arrived home, she gave us a full report, and our 2 year old son was in a great mood. We'd absolutely love to work with her again!"
Megan P.
4.5
(2)
My name is Gabriela, I am currently 28 years old and I have a 2-year-old son who is the absolute light of my life. I am currently caring for my son during the day and helping friends/family with child care and housekeeping needs in the evenings. I speak English and am a non-smoker with a clean driving record, and my own...
Gabriela can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gabriela was an absolute pleasure to work with! She took care of my 4.5 year old daughter when we visited Fort Lauderdale recently on several occasions and my girl loved her!
She’s a great communicator, responsible and reliable, warm, funloving and being a mom...
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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, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison was great - on time, kept my little one happy, and was communicative. Thank you!!"
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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: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was excellent with the kids, arrived on time, sent pictures and reports how they were all doing. It was nice to have someone so dependable."
Crystal D.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & 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
(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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
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
"Did a wonderful job with our son! Dependable, caring, courteous and very helpful! Looking forward to having her over again."
Amanda F.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Makenna and I currently live in Seattle Washington but am moving to the Raleigh area February 13th. I have been nannying/babysitting for over 10 years now. I have such a great experience with the families that I have worked for that I consider all of them some of my closest friends. A lot of the families...
Makenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am a 28-year-old female looking to pick up some babysitting / childcare jobs! I have previously worked at Walt Disney Word as a performer and I have worked with children of all ages since I was 14. new borns to pre teens. I have also worked and cared for autistic children. I currently work a M-F 8-6 p.m. job, but I am...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I have been babysitting for the past 7 years and I have experience with kids of all ages (0-14)! I am very passionate about child care and enjoy being able to help parents out with their busy schedules. I'm a responsible driver with a spotless driving record and am able to drive kids to school, appointments, activities, etc. My...
Claire can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
1.0
(1)
Hello there!
I am Lauren and I am a 24-year-old college grad and I am an aspiring Physician Assistant. I am CPR and first aid certified, as well as safe sitter course certified. I have been babysitting since the age of 14 outside of the house for multiple families.
I am a creative, organized, and attentive babysitter. I am...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
I am the oldest of four kids and have been taking care of children for as long as I can remember. I babysit around my neighborhood for many families with with kids from as young as newborns to as old as 7/8. I love children and and work very well with them. I am familiar with changing diapers, giving baths, transporting kids to...
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sydney. I am a business owner in the Triangle. I have over 10 years experience as a nanny/sitter. I was a nanny for multiple families during my four years at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as well as a year after graduation while growing my business. I love my career. It allows for a very flexible...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Vanessa L.
Raleigh, NC
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Fun, Responsible And Reliable College Graduate Female Babysitter!
I love children! I have experience babysitting for ages 2-14 years old. I have references that will tell you all about my great service! I coached soccer for Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child for middle school and high school so managing 27 kids all by myself is a great acknowledgement. I clean up, drive, do homework, and cook!...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Raleigh, NC
Amanda Q.
5.0
Amanda was great with the children. She kept them entertained and well behaved. The kids loved all the activities and enjoyed her company.
- Monica B.
Kate S.
5.0
Kate interviewed with me and has many wonderful qualities and experience that will be a great fit for any family. She was very professional and mature in her outlook on childcare and understands what it takes to work with children. Unfortunately the needs in our timing for a nanny didn't work out...
- Kate S.
Bronwyn W.
5.0
Bronwyn is a wonderful caregiver for our twin sons! She is also a great person to have connected with as parents. She is punctual, patient, thoughtful in her feedback to us parents, and deeply committed to providing a nurturing, fun, and educational experience for our children. She has provided...
- Carrie D.
Kimberly H.
5.0
I met and know Kimberly for 13 years.Kimberly was my student and was a great role model. She was always responsible and reliable. Kimberly would watch and take care of my son when I taught at her school and when we had sleep away camp. I highly recommend Kimberly for any job position. She works well...
- Veronica B.
Kyra M.
5.0
Kyra was very flexible, willing to provide transportation & did a great job making an immediate connection with our family.
- Care member
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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 502 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 $17.84 per hour as of January 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 221 reviews of the 502 listed babysitters.