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178 child care providers are listed in Wake Forest, NC

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Wake Forest, NC

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Catherine H.


Wake Forest, NC

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care In My Home

4.8

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I am an energetic and fun-loving mother of two older children ages 18 and (soon to be) 13! I adore being with the preschool ages and infants since this stage has been over for our family for quite some time! I have a flexible schedule and I am happy to care for any age! I enjoy being outdoors and reading and singing. I have...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cathy is always smiling! My daughters (3 & 5) love her. Cathy has some wonderful experience with little ones and it shows. She usually has a bag of activities for my daughters, but also is very willing to follow their imaginations. Cathy is kind, caring, warm and...

Jane C.

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Melissa F.


Wake Forest, NC

$25-50/hr2 yrs exp

Let Me Help You Take Care Of Your Children In A Safe, Comfortable And Playful Environment!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Melissa. I am a 24-year-old communications major at NC State. I am currently living with my 6-year-old cousin who I have been watching over, tutoring and babysitting for over two years when her parents are busy. I have also babysat family friend's children on different occasions in Lebanon, my home country. I speak...
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Sydney R.


Wake Forest, NC

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitting And Pet Care

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of babysitting experience ranging from toddler age to young teens. In the past I have been responsible for cooking and preparing meals for the kids, cleaning up after them, changing diapers, and getting kids ready for bed. I am also comfortable with picking up or dropping off kids for activities. I have been...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Sydney was an incredible babysitter for our 1 year old daughter! She was always on time, positive genuine demeanor every time she came into our home and always gave her best to our girl. Sydney was also great communication wise and very flexible with our schedule,...

Chelsea M.

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Jessica M.


Wake Forest, NC

$20-23/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Please read my bio before messaging me. I'm a passionate care giver with 3 years of experience working with kids. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I'd be more than happy to help with cooking, light housekeeping, and errands. I have my own transportation and I'm fine with pets as well. Currently my availability is...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jessica has been great with our two kiddos, ages 3 and 9, who look forward to her visits!"

Sharla H.

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Puanani K.


Wake Forest, NC

$20-40/hr16 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with 16 years of experience, I'm passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for your child. My friendly and patient nature, combined with my creativity and imagination, allows me to engage children in fun and educational activities. I have experience caring for one child at a time, and...
Puanani can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Nani was a great nanny for our two boys!"

Brian M.

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Betsy S.


Wake Forest, NC

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Retired Home school Momma

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed caring for babies and young kids for the past 40 years. I have experience with twins, and I have worked in Neonatal ICU for appx 6 years as a Unit Coordinator . I have cared for my girlfriend's premature twins which are now 16 years old. I make a point to incorporate fun yet educational activities daily even with...
Betsy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Betsy is so patient and loving toward my kiddos. She is fun and friendly and they took to her from day one."

Sara J.

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Mary Ellen H.


Wake Forest, NC

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny/Personal Assistant/ House Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children of all ages. I am a mother of three children that I have raised for over 20 years and are now all grown up. I am a caring, responsible, reliable, creative and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills. I am a goal-oriented individual with a great attitude and who is...
Mary Ellen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mary Ellen was a caregiver for our family (a son/10 and daughter/7) for the past 15 months. She is extremely dependable, hard-working and caring. In addition to setting up playdates and entertaining the kids over the summer months, she regularly helped with...

Melanie G.

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Eddrena S.


Wake Forest, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

My background is in Special/Elementary Education and Social Work. I have worked with families providing Nanny or Tutoring services ages newborn and beyond. These families have been high profile families and serve as my references. Some have posted reviews in care. com. I have worked with children and families of all ages and...
Eddrena can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"If I could I would give her ten stars. She is professional, dependable and trustworthy. I trust her with my kids and highly recommend her. "

Care member

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Elena P.


Wake Forest, NC

$23-27/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly And Responsible

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience caring for children and babies. My experience has been child care for busy families who need a responsible person that they can count on. In the last couple of years , I helped different families with newborns and was a great experience. My duties during this period include crafts, home works...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Elena has worked with us as our nanny for our two kids (4 and 6yo) for the past year. She is absolutely incredible and we think of her as part of our family! Elena is dependable, flexible and kind. Our kids love drawing, playing games or doing art projects with...

Megan L.

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Ciarah M.


Wake Forest, NC

$18/hr2 yrs exp

College Student Home For Summer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I am a college graduate from The University of North Carolina. I have a bachelors degree in social work with a minor in human & family development. I am a currently a behavioral health technician at an ABA center for kids on the spectrum. Helping little ones reach their goals to independence! I have been using care for...
Ciarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My first time booking a sitter and I was extremely nervous. However, Ciarah was wonderful she was available for a FaceTime interview and answered all of my questions. She arrived early to meet my kids and make them and myself feel comfortable. After leaving my kids...

Rachel C.

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Caroline M.


Wake Forest, NC

$20-35/hr3 yrs exp

Charlotte Area!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Caroline a fun and bubbly 20-year-old currently living in Charlotte, North Carolina. I'm super excited to offer babysitting services for your date nights or provide regular care. As a student at UNC Charlotte and CPR certified, I bring both enthusiasm and safety to the table. I can't wait to meet your little ones...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Punctual and friendly! Great listener to a ll the kids stories and helped them with their craft activities."

Care member

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Sydney S.


Wake Forest, NC

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Hi There! My Name Is Sydney...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have nanny'd and babysat since I was 15 years old! I have worked with family's with up to 4 kids who always have friends so I can handle any number of kiddos! I don't have siblings so whenever I get to babysit it's like I'm carrying for a younger sibling. I have experience with all ages ranging from 7 weeks to 13 years old. I...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sydney is a wonderful young lady - so well-rounded an absolute joy. She is smart, dependable, trustworthy and is so great with kids. Sydney comes from a family of educators and has spent a significant amount of time working with and volunteering with young kids...

Jill F.

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Samalices V.


Wake Forest, NC

$16-18/hr6 yrs exp

Samalices V From Tobyhanna, Pa.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a devoted and reliable childcare provider with 5+ years experience. I enjoy working with children and I am committed to promoting children's physical, mental and emotional development. I am skilled in creating schedules, following commitments and routines, and am very crafty! I also have a degree in education, and have...
Samalices can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"In the short few weeks that I have had the pleasure of meeting Sami she has become just like a family member. She came into my life during a big transition moving from NYC to a Pennsylvania suburb at 35 weeks pregnant. I knew I needed someone reliable,...

Chelsea W.

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Cydney F.


Wake Forest, NC

$16-24/hr5 yrs exp

All About Me!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

(ONLY AVAILABLE FOR ONE TIME BOOKINGS :)) I'd describe my personality as shy, kind, and caring. I like working with kids because I have two little brothers, 4 nephews, and a niece. I've always been surrounded by babies and littles ones and I've loved taking care them every minute of it. I started working with kids when I was...
Cydney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids are very picky with people but they bonded very quickly, she’s the best babysitter i’ve had so far!"

Care member

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Mary D.


Wake Forest, NC

$36/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dependable Experienced Nanny with college degree and over 20 years of childcare experience. Can supply recommendations from several professional families in the area. Experience includes working with children of all ages from newborn to teenagers. Enjoys planning and implementing age appropriate activities and engaging...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We were so thankful to have found Mary when looking for a full time childcare with our first baby. She and her daughter watched our son from 12 weeks through 14 months (periodically only due to COVID) both as a full time nanny and an occasional babysitter. My...

Erin D.

Child care centers in Wake Forest, NC

Lightbridge Academy of Wake Forest

Lightbridge Academy of Wake Forest

1016 Holding Village Way, WAKE FOREST, NC

Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by...

Kiddie Academy of Wake Forest

Kiddie Academy of Wake Forest

945 Gateway Commons Circle, WAKE FOREST, NC

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Kids Educational Center III

Kids Educational Center III

1020 Jones Dairy Rd, WAKE FOREST, NC

Kids Educational Centers have been in operation since 1987. Kids Educational Centers provide quality, early childhood education, and daycare services for those in Raleigh, Knightdale, and other areas of the greater Triangle region. Each of our centers follows the same curriculum and is led by...

Language Planet Montessori

Language Planet Montessori

4154 Shearon Farms Avenue, Wake Forest, NC

Language Planet Montessori provides a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural tendency to work. The children's innate passion for learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, purposeful activities with the guidance of a trained adult.

Kids Educational Center III, Inc.

Kids Educational Center III, Inc.

1020 Jones Dairy Rd, Wake Forest, NC

Kids Educational Center III is a family-owned and operated business that offers day care services and early education programs to children and families residing in Wake Forest, North Carolina. The company uses the Active Learners Series curriculum to provide developmentally appropriate learning...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Wake Forest, NC

Catherine H.

5.0

Cathy is always smiling! My daughters (3 & 5) love her. Cathy has some wonderful experience with little ones and it shows. She usually has a bag of activities for my daughters, but also is very willing to follow their imaginations. Cathy is kind, caring, warm and nurturing. I'm always very pleased...

- Jane C.

Sydney R.

5.0

Sydney was an incredible babysitter for our 1 year old daughter! She was always on time, positive genuine demeanor every time she came into our home and always gave her best to our girl. Sydney was also great communication wise and very flexible with our schedule, we HIGHLY recommend her for your...

- Chelsea M.

Jessica M.

5.0

Jessica is a fantastic sitter! She did great with our 2 and 5 year old and was prompt and respectful!

- Care member

Puanani K.

5.0

Nani is very Loving, caring, and loyal to her families she works for. Another blessing is, she is a highly motivated, and detailed cleaner. Her eye for detail and love to provide a clean atmosphere is amazing.

- Kathy G.

Betsy S.

5.0

She amazing with our two children. She is creative, patient, and kind them. Outside of caring for the children she is helpful with so many things in our lives.

- Graham J.

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Ratings for Wake Forest, NC child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Child Care Providers in Wake Forest, NC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 80 reviews of the 178 listed child care providers.