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289 babysitters are listed in Wilmington, NC
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Wilmington, NC
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for children from 0- 12 years old. I am 27 years old and I am a Kindergarten teacher here in town! I have plenty of references if you would like a few. I can promise you your children would be in good hands!
Kailey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kailey is great! We hired Kailey on short notice and were not disappointed. She was on time and hopped right in to help out (many of us were getting ready for a wedding we were going to be attending). She was super sweet.
The only issue we have is that there...
Colin B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all! Somethings for me have changed. I'm looking to sit part time; I. E sitting for date nights, night out or for you to get some "Me time" in. My CPR/First Aid/AED and Infant license is still up to date.
I can sit after 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. during the week. Or Friday from late night until whenever. Anytime Saturday's...
Venessa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Venessa has been a wonderful help to us. She started working with us when my youngest was 6 months, and continues to help us out now that he’s 9months! We will continue requesting her assistance whenever we need it because she is very trustworthy and great with my...
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Joanna M.
Wilmington, NC
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Joanna and love looking after little ones! I have experience working with children ages 3mo. to 7 years old. I look forward to getting to know you and your family!!
5.0
"I would 100% recommend Joanna to anyone looking for a sitter. She is dependable, was great with my son, and the sweetest person. I was super hesitant to find a sitter for my 4 month old due to first time mom jitters, within the first time meeting Joanna all of my...
Madison V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Dacia . I am a SAHM with two lovely babies of my own. S is 2 years old and A is 7 months. I resigned from working in a professional childcare environment due to the many differences management and I had. I am a formal childcare worker offering affordable care for anyone that needs emergency care or just childcare a...
Dacia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great girl! She is very helpful and has a lot of patience!"
Irene J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hannah! I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping, etc. I have my first aid, oxygen and a cna certification. I worked at the ymca for 4 plus years and a lifeguard and swim instructor! I recently moved into the area and looking for families who need a sitter part time. Im...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Hannah watched ages as young as 2 and as old as 7 for me. She became a beloved member of our family. She was always engaged with the kids, playing games and doing crafts. I felt very comfortable leaving my kids with her and knew they were very safe. More than...
Rosemary P.
Kyler S.
Wilmington, NC
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone,
I have experience working with all ages. I have had a wide range of experiences working for families with six kids to families with one. I also have experience working with children with autism and other special needs. Last year, I completed my Masters in Teaching and am also able to assist with homework or other...
Kyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kyler was great! She was on time and my girls had a blast playing games with her. Will definitely hire her again😊"
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Alexa W.
Wilmington, NC
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Alexa, and I am a recent graduate from UNCW (University of North Carolina Wilmington), where I studied and majored in Social Work. I am from Lake Placid, New York where I spent most of my working days nannying for families in the area. I am a positive, energetic, and very compassionate person who loves working...
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexa was great with my daughter! Very dependable and reliable. Big help with homework and helping our daughter with her chores. It was sad when she moved to NC, we sure do miss her!"
Alyssa R.
5.0
(3)
I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nina began caring for our baby girl when she was about 11 weeks old, and has been absolutely wonderful. She is incredibly warm and kind, and our little girl (who just turned 1 year) now literally screams with delight when Nina arrives at our home.
She clearly...
Kara D.
I have only had brief babysitting jobs for my neighbor's children and friends of my family. Also, I ran the nursery at my church for two years.
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience nannying, babysitting, and tutoring children. I am available for date nights, carpool, or after school care.
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Alaina, I am 20 years old and an Elementary Education major at UNCW. My availability for the summer is Monday through Thursday morning to afternoon babysitting and pet sitting. In regard to experience, I have been babysitting for the past seven years with experience from toddlers to 12 years old's. I have done...
Alaina can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have worked with children since I was in middle school. I taught preschool Bible classes at my church on Wednesday and Sunday nights throughout middle and high school and have babysat many families within my neighborhood and church. I also worked at Venture Club camp at Calvary Day School for three years in the summer in high...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I'm energetic and always down for an adventure! I was previously a lifeguard/swim instructor for 4 years. I always have so much fun hanging out with kiddos and having loads of fun while ensuring they're safe and well taken care of. I have my own reliable transportation. .Baby sitter available.
Chesley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up in a big family with two younger siblings and dozens of cousins. I've been around kids of all ages my entire life and started babysitting regularly at age 13, and have cared for children ages newborn-14 since then. I'm especially good with babies and nannied for a baby girl at home, and I used to babysit infant...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Martha T.
Wilmington, NC
$13-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
Martha Thompson 19 Years Old Friendly Studies At Uncw Babysitter
Hi! My name is Martha, I am 19 years old, and am a student at Uncw. I am from a big family, so I've had 6+ years of babysitting experience (overnight, reoccurring, and one time). I love being active outside but I also enjoy calm days inside. I love kids and I'm easy to get along with! I am looking to find some babysitting jobs...
Martha can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids since I was a teenager. I have experience with all ages and I am happy to take on more than one kiddo. I'm happy to help with any task you need, and I even have my own car so I can drive the kiddos anywhere!!
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katherine B.
Wilmington, NC
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Fun And Energetic Babysitter With Multiple Years Of Childcare Experience!!
Hi there! My name is Kate! I am currently a senior at UNCW studying environmental science, with aspirations of attending law school post-undergrad :) I've worked for YMCA youth services as a counselor and site coordinator for 3 years in both Raleigh and Wilmington, and I'm CPR certified as well as first aid certified! I look...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I served as a teacher in the Peace Corps in Panama, build schools and taught early education in SE Asia and have been a nanny since I was 11 years of age. I adore children, art and expansion of knowledge and can work well in high stress environments
Rebekah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hi parents! My name is Madison.. and I am in my senior year at UNCW where I am studying Elementary Education. I love working with kids and have about six years of experience. I have volunteered with my church's Sunday school, which ranges in age from 5-12 years old. I have the most experience with younger children (Plenty of...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision
Jenny M.
Wilmington, NC
$12-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Babysitter/nanny Available For Weeknights And Weekends
I began babysitting by watching the children in my neighborhood at the age of 14. I have babysat for children of various ages from infancy to adolescents. I previously worked as a Kid's Room attendant at a gym for four years where I took care of children ranging in ages 3 weeks to 12 years old. Currently I work in inside sales,...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Wilmington, NC
Kailey M.
5.0
Kailey is great! We hired Kailey on short notice and were not disappointed. She was on time and hopped right in to help out (many of us were getting ready for a wedding we were going to be attending). She was super sweet.
The only issue we have is that there are only five possible stars not six!
- Colin B.
Venessa C.
5.0
Vanessa is the best! She is very attentive to my 8 month old boys needs, even helping him with his developmental delays! She is very interactive, reads to him in Spanish and English. He is So Excited to see her when she shows up, it’s adorable! Her schedule is flexible, she comes on time, and she...
- Care member
Joanna M.
5.0
I would 100% recommend Joanna to anyone looking for a sitter. She is dependable, was great with my son, and the sweetest person. I was super hesitant to find a sitter for my 4 month old due to first time mom jitters, within the first time meeting Joanna all of my worries were gone! She was...
- Madison V.
Dacia J.
5.0
Dacia started helping me out with my 3 kids about 6 weeks ago. She comes 3 times a week and is always on time. My kids are ages 3, 2, and 6 weeks. She is great with my 3 and 2 year old daughters. They absolutely love her. She is also very good with my newborn son. She comes up with great learning...
- Blair A.
Hannah A.
5.0
Hannah watched ages as young as 2 and as old as 7 for me. She became a beloved member of our family. She was always engaged with the kids, playing games and doing crafts. I felt very comfortable leaving my kids with her and knew they were very safe. More than anything, my kids loved when she was...
- Rosemary P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Wilmington, NC:
How can I find a Wilmington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Wilmington, 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 289 babysitters in Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, NC?
The average rate for Wilmington, NC babysitters on Care.com is $16.57 per hour as of April 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 Wilmington, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, NC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Wilmington, NC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 125 reviews of the 289 listed babysitters.