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Find babysitters in Shelby, NC that you’ll love
33 babysitters are listed in Shelby, NC
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Shelby, NC
Megan M.
Shelby, NC
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! I've been watching children since I was 12 years old, helping mothers who were working in my church community. I love to engage in creative and imaginative play with children. I'm currently a student at UNC Chapel Hill. I have lots of babysitting experience with kids of all ages. I also have experience as a camp...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've had Megan hang with our daughter (almost 3) since before she was a year old. She is an absolutely delightful sitter and person, is completely calm, cool, and collected even the times when we are heading out leaving her with a crying baby. She's smart,...
Hillary R.
Delacierae C.
Shelby, NC
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey!! My name is Delacierae (Dee-Lacy-Ray) but I go by Lacy. I'm 25 years old and I've always had a passion for kids and animals. I have been babysitting on and off since I was 18 and I love watching/helping children grow and learn!
I'm easy to get along with and will do whatever is needed or asked of me. I have no problem...
Delacierae can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"lacy has been absolutely wonderful with our children. she is patient, kind, and helpful. I would definitely recommend her to anyone with children of all ages"
Megan U.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, friendly and caring!
I like working with kids because I love to see and experience the individuality they bring to the lives of those around them in not only their personality but also the diversity of care required to meet the needs of each individual child.
I started working with...
Cheyenne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"When you hire Cheyenne to watch your child(ren) you can be sure you're getting someone who treats your babies like her own!"
Taylor P.
Alexandra H.
Shelby, NC
$10-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a dedicated, compassionate, and reliable childcare provider with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives.
I believe in creating a stimulating and nurturing...
Paisley W.
Shelby, NC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I love caring and taking care of children. I have about 10 years of babysitting experience. I have taken several babysitting classes. I started babysitting when I was 15 years old. The main reason why I am so interested in childhood development is because I was adopted to a great family when I was five, but before that, I...
Paisley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I just purchased a home in Shelby NC so I'm new to the area. I volunteered tutoring and looking after pre-K students during college. I graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in 2019. I was a high school teacher for a year, and taught 2nd grade for 2 years. I have been working from home full time for the past 3 years. I prefer...
Hi. My name is Brooke, and I am 34 years old. I have 3 boys (16, 15, 12). I am licensed through the state of North Carolina to work in childcare. I am CPR certified. I do childcare at my home, I am equipped with everything needed ( high chair, strollers, toys, walkers, baby/kid books, children's plates/cups etc...) I have very...
Tessa S.
Shelby, NC
$20-37/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Tessa! I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with several years of experience providing high-quality care for individuals of all ages. I've worked with reputable organizations like Care. com, Visiting Angels, Senior Helpers, and FL Homecare. I am passionate about helping others live comfortably and...
Emma C.
Shelby, NC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
One thing you should know about me is I am SIDS, CPR, and First Aid Certified! I have been working at a daycare for almost a year with all ages even including school age!
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Lillian M.
Shelby, NC
$11-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have worked for the Eslick family, Kinmon family, Hilliard family, and Curran family. I used to volunteer on Sundays at Hope Community Church to care for the infants. I am currently taking online classes at Cleveland Community College, majoring in the Teacher Prep program for Elementary education. I am a Substitute teacher at...
Lillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Love, live, & laugh. Never give up. I am a mother of 2 sons. They are 19 & 13. I've been married for 26 years to my soulmate. My mom lives with us and I love Dari g for my family. I love to cook d spend all free time with my family, cleaning my flower beds, and yard.
5.0
(1)
I am a provider with over three years experience as a nanny and I have also helped care for children since I was 12 while my mom worked as a nanny. I am willing to take the child on trips to the park. I have a 3-month-old son that would be joining me but he will not interfere with my ability to do my job. I would like to keep...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is a wonderful nanny! She kept my son from the age of 18-months until he was four. I missed her terribly when she moved. She worked with him on motor-skills, painting, cleaning up his toys, dressing himself, and most importantly POTTY TRAINING 🚽. "
Care member
Heaven B.
Lawndale, NC
$13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a passionate childcare provider with a year of experience caring for children of all ages. I am motivated by my love of children and my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. I believe that every child deserves the opportunity to grow and develop in a safe and nurturing environment, and I am committed to providing...
Avery C.
Lawndale, NC
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Have 5 Years Of Nannying, Baby Sitting, And Working With Children In Many Churches!
Hello! My name is Avery Razo and I am 20 years old. I enjoy travelling, writing, reading, and photography. I plan on going to school to become a med tech in the near future. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, and I currently work at a church daycare. I have experience with children ranging from 6 months old to...
I am a Christian woman looking to be a nanny. I love children so much. I have been with my husband for going on 13 years. I am one semester away from finishing my degree in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified.
Sandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I love working with children. I graduated University of Rhode Island with an Early Childhood Education major and a minor in Psychology. I have been working with children for 15 years - I am 28 years old. I have experience with children from 2 weeks old to 13 years old. Before I moved down here, I started my own business as a...
Arie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Aries is a wonderful caregiver and she is very helpful in many ways. She I always early, presentable, friendly, and energetic. My son adores her! I would refer her to anyone that was looking to hire her!"
Sarah G.
5.0
(1)
I am a college graduate from Winston-Salem State University. I've enjoyed working at the YMCA since my sophomore year in high school and have experience with kids between the ages of 3-13. While working at the YMCA, I have led sports camps, arts&crafts activities, games/video games competitions, and assisted with field trips. I...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chloe is fantastic! She stayed with my son in the afternoons after school and was always willing to help out when she could. My son loves her and so do all of my pets. She went above and beyond and sometimes would surprise me with a clean kitchen when I came home...
Erica L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have varied experience caring for and working with children. This includes in-home babysitting and nannying, classroom assistance, planning and supervising group activities (in library, school, church, and club settings), and academic coursework in early childhood development.
I graduated from Yale in May of 2019 with a BS...
Ally can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Allison a few days before our Saturday event. She showed up right on time and absorbed all the quick information I gave to her. The kids have begged the entire weekend for her to come back! So we have her coming back tomorrow!"
Candice T.
Verna C.
Kings Mountain, NC
$19/hr • 7 yrs exp
I'm Looking For A Babysitting Job Or To Work With Seniors
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience in both child care and assisted living. I work for an agency and for myself. I will make sure that your loved ones are well taken care of. They will be observed and monitored while playing or doing activities. I will also keep a record of the day, of the things that they eat and how much they did or...
Verna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Verna is currently the caregiver for my 96yr old grandmother and 10yr old daughter. Verna has worked for me the past 2 years as a full time (overnights) caregiver for my grandmother who has Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. My grandmother has gone through several...
Latoya W.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been working with kids for over five years now! I'm from North Carolina, and live in a small town called Casar! I am a Christian who loves Jesus and has high moral values. I enjoy playing outside and doing fun educational activities with the kids! Quality time is a priority of mine, so being intentional with...
Katelyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very positive and professional! She was able to jump right in and care for my twin infants on short notice."
Alexis P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shelby, NC
Megan M.
5.0
We've had Megan hang with our daughter (almost 3) since before she was a year old. She is an absolutely delightful sitter and person, is completely calm, cool, and collected even the times when we are heading out leaving her with a crying baby. She's smart, experienced, and responsible; I trust her...
- Hillary R.
Delacierae C.
5.0
Lacy has been great with our 2 month old baby boy. She always shows up early and has been flexible in her schedule, which is awesome because my schedule varies day to day and week to week. Being a new mom, it was really hard for me to go back to work and I worried about leaving my boy with a...
- Elizabeth M.
Cheyenne S.
5.0
When you hire Cheyenne to watch your child(ren) you can be sure you're getting someone who treats your babies like her own!
- Taylor P.
Sydney D.
5.0
Sydney is a wonderful nanny! She kept my son from the age of 18-months until he was four. I missed her terribly when she moved. She worked with him on motor-skills, painting, cleaning up his toys, dressing himself, and most importantly POTTY TRAINING 🚽.
- Care member
Arie S.
5.0
Aries is a wonderful caregiver and she is very helpful in many ways. She I always early, presentable, friendly, and energetic. My son adores her! I would refer her to anyone that was looking to hire her!
- Sarah G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shelby, NC:
How can I find a Shelby babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shelby, 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 11 babysitters in Shelby, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Shelby, NC?
The average rate for Shelby, NC babysitters on Care.com is $13.27 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 Shelby, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Shelby, 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 Shelby, NC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Shelby, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 33 listed babysitters.