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191,609 babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of September 2024
The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Samaria (Sammie) and I am a child care provider residing in Columbus, OH. Throughout my years, I have been babysitting children between the ages of 3 months and 13 years old. I have a little brother whom I adore and I care for as well. I am a fun-loving, open-minded and child-oriented person in general as well...
Sammie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My son and I have adored having Sammie around this summer. She was very comfortable with my parenting style and kept him engaged. Very happy she was his summer sitter."
Amber S.
5.0
(3)
I'm a 20-year-old junior at The Ohio State University. I will be back home in Elmhurst, IL Dec 10th to January 3rd. With five years of experience working mainly with toddlers and older children, I've come to cherish the art of caregiving. My energetic and positive nature, coupled with my kind-hearted and reliable disposition,...
5.0
"You couldn’t ask for a more responsible or caring person than Isabella. I would trust her with any pet. She will treat any pet like it is her own. I highly recommend her for any pet care."
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Madi! I work as a Psychiatric Technician at Riverside-Methodist Hospital. I am looking to fill my free time and earn some extra income caring for kids while I put myself through nursing school. I graduated in May 2018 from Earlham College with a bachelors degree in psychology. I have 10 years of experience working...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madi has been taking care of my 3 month old now that I'm back to work and we are so happy to have found her! She's been very reliable and punctual and my little one is having a great time in her care! They read, play outside, get in lots of tummy time and...
Kelsie S.
Samantha B.
Columbus, OH
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Fun, Loving Babysitter With Lots Of Experience!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Samantha. I currently work in pediatric research at Nationwide Children's Hospital and just finished my master's degree in Food and Nutrition Science. I have over 10 years of experience as a nanny and I love working with children every day! I work with infants and toddlers at work and have had wonderful...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Love her! My daughter loves her! My dog loves her! Selfishly we don't want her to go back to grad school. She is flexible, willing to help out in the house any way asked, and she has a calming influence on my daughter. So going to miss her!"
Rachel F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Julie! I'd describe myself as outgoing, hardworking and creative. I enjoy listening to music and spending time with my pug, Penny Lane. I've spent majority of my life babysitting children of all ages. I have a few dozen younger cousins that I was able to play a role in caring for. In addition, my 2. 5-year-old niece and...
Stefan T.
Columbus, OH
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Over 8 Years Of Childcare In Public Settings & 6 Working Privately (Babysitting, Nannying)
5.0
(19)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I was a volunteer at a club before I got a job with a program where I worked for a year. I also ran an open gym in UA for two years and I worked at a summer camp in 2017. I worked in a wrap-around kindergarten and after-school program, The a club for over a year. I worked as an assistant teacher for the summer of 2019. I...
Stefan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Stefan is a great sitter and clearly has a lot of experience. Very reliable and my kids loved him!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Yafit. I'm a responsible and flexible Nanny with over 9 years of childcare experience, ranging from newborns and up, as well as children with special needs. I'm dedicated and passionate about working with children, skilled at monitoring and nurturing multiple children to ensure their safety and providing an...
Yafit can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Yafit was early for our interview. She had a clean background check, great recommendation. She speaks 3 languages and has a gentle demeanor. We look forward to using her."
Faith F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have worked in childcare for the last 11 years. I worked at the School for 2. 5 years and switched over to private nannying around 2016. While private nannying I have done all sorts of errand running, laundry, cleaning, organizing, dog walking etc. I have nannied multiple families and have plenty of references. Right...
Mckenna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mckenna has been watching my kids since they were 15 months. We have four boys and she is wonderful with them. She keeps the house clean and takes them places to keep them entertained. She cooks lunches and is fun!! Highly recommend McKenna!"
Shana L.
Marilyn S.
Columbus, OH
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable providing care for children with special needs. CPR/First Aid certified, willing to assist with household duties, and owner of a reliable vehicle. Recently moved to...
Marilyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats. She was great with our dogs as well. So much, one wants...
Kimberly L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have grown up with three younger siblings. I have babysat children from the age of 3 months and up. I work really well with babies, toddlers and young children. I just graduated college with a degree in Computer Science and Engineering Technology. I am originally from a small town near Athens Ohio. I used to live on a farm and...
Kaleenia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Connected quickly with my girls, we look forward to using her services in the future!"
Lori S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello all!
My name is Elizabeth and I have worked as a nanny off and on for about 6 years now. I love kids and used to work as a certified nurse's aid for kids with special needs. I am CPR certified and am happy with working with kids of any age:) I am from a big family and have grown up around children and would love to help...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Elizabeth was awesome when we hired her to watch our son. She came in and hit it off right away with the whole family and would definitely hire again."
Louis S.
Hannah G.
Columbus, OH
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.0
(2)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Hannah!
I have worked with kids for almost 7 years in a variety of settings. I started my experience with kids at a day care center at a gym, then became a camp counselor for a summer, and then transitioned into full time nannying in summers when I wasn't in school. During the school year I babysat on weekends...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hannah is HANDS DOWN the best option for your kids. She is responsible. She is professional. She is incredibly intelligent. She is 100% reliable. We have been so lucky to find her!"
Abby T.
Grace W.
Columbus, OH
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Great With Kids Of All Ages, Crafty, Smart, And A Lot Of Fun!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Grace and I am a third year student at The Ohio State University. I have been in the business of looking after children for 10 years. I am a enthusiastic animated character who loves to play with the children. My two priorities are safety and fun! I am reliable and have my own transportation.
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"This was our first time using Care and it was great! We booked last minute but everything went very well. Grace was on time, very pleasant, and worked very well with my 3 kids. The kids did not want her to leave. We will definitely book Grace again. "
Fallon P.
Kaylee D.
Columbus, OH
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Kaylee. For me, baby sitting started off with taking care of my brother all night after school while my mom worked because she was a single mother. I was only 8 years old then! I have liked baby sitting kids ever since.
Julianne S.
Columbus, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a teacher looking for weekend/date night babysitting jobs. I have babysat for multiple families in my neighborhood. I have babysat anywhere from one child to nine children at a time. I have a lot of experience with newborns. I also have experience with toddlers and preschool-aged children from babysitting and in the day...
Julianne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Very nice girl! As soon as she walked in my son was hooked. She answered all my husbands and my questions and was really hands on and not afraid to play with our son! We will be using her for date nights/errands! I think anyone would be happy to have her and have...
Michelle L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison S. and I am 24 years old. I have held many different types of child care positions such as date nights, nannying, respite work, and special needs care. Since I was 13, child care has been my main source of work. Caring for children ages 3 months - 14 years, I have developed excellent skills to problem...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madison was amazing! I cannot thank her enough for helping me and my family out in such a short notice. She was very prompt and personal with my mother and was attentive to all her needs. My mother was very comfortable with her and really enjoyed her company....
Regina O.
Isaac F.
Columbus, OH
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I also occasionally babysat kids throughout high school.
Isaac can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Ashlee H.
Columbus, OH
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My skills and experiences include hands-on work with large number of children, to one-on-one care. I have the ability to work with children of all ages, performing whatever task needed to care for their needs. I have previously worked with kids by setting up labs and activities and cleaning up after all activities when finished....
Ashlee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlee is a sweet person and was excellent with my baby. She is a student so her schedule is kinda sporadic but she was very reliable."
Monique R.
Makayla B.
Columbus, OH
$15-17/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Makayla and I am 22 years old. I currently work as a nanny but have recently moved and am looking to work closer to home. I have 7 years of experience working with children.
I'd describe my personality as creative, trustworthy, and fun.
I like working with kids because I love to see them grow and learn...
Makayla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Makayla has been such a great caregiver to our 3 boys. She was always on time, always kind and compassionate, and always went above and beyond to make sure the boys had a great time. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone."
Ashley C.
Nell L.
Columbus, OH
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for stopping by! My name is Nell and I've been living in the Columbus Ohio area for about 8 years now, and have recently relocated to Orlando Florida. In addition to nannying, I worked as a newborn photographer at various hospitals as well as running my own photo business.
The last family I worked with for 3 years...
Nell can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Nell watch our children for the summer 5 days a week. She did great with our children and they all love her. She was good at connecting with each child in the child's own way. We are grateful for all of her help."
Chad D.
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents
Sammie A.
5.0
My son and I have adored having Sammie around this summer. She was very comfortable with my parenting style and kept him engaged. Very happy she was his summer sitter.
- Amber S.
Isabella R.
5.0
Isabella was a great dog sitter for my family and I. She was extremely sweet and well versed on how to deal with dogs of all kinds. On top of that she was a very personable and respectable young lady. Definitely recommend hiring Isabella to help you out for any dog sitting needs!
- Care member
Madison B.
5.0
Madi has been taking care of my 3 month old now that I'm back to work and we are so happy to have found her! She's been very reliable and punctual and my little one is having a great time in her care! They read, play outside, get in lots of tummy time and snuggles! I would absolutely recommend...
- Kelsie S.
Samantha B.
5.0
Love her! My daughter loves her! My dog loves her! Selfishly we don't want her to go back to grad school. She is flexible, willing to help out in the house any way asked, and she has a calming influence on my daughter. So going to miss her!
- Rachel F.
Stefan T.
5.0
Our family hired Stefan and one other sitter to care for our three children (4 y/o, 6 y/o, and 8 y/o) while we went to a wedding. Stefan was a pleasure to work with! He was on time, attentive to details, communicated well before the event, was responsive during and after the wedding, and worked well...
- Jackelyn L.
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Find a sitter your family will love
Hiring a babysitter may be a perfect option if you are looking for someone to care for your kids while you focus on other things in life. Finding a great...
Hiring a babysitter may be a perfect option if you are looking for someone to care for your kids while you focus on other things in life. Finding a great babysitter that you can trust shouldn't be so complicated. We're here to help you find the right type of care for your children. Compare babysitter profiles, read reviews from other parents, and search by experience or pay rates to find your perfect match.
Babysitters by the numbers
191,609providers |
5.9 yrsavg. experience |
104,506member reviews |
4.7 / 5avg. rating |
FAQs for finding a babysitter
What is a babysitter?
A babysitter is someone you can hire to temporarily care for children. It’s common to hear a babysitter referred to as a “sitter”. There are many babysitter duties that a babysitter can take on such as helping with homework, light cleaning, supervising swimming, or driving the kids to after school activities. Babysitters can help take care of children of all ages.
How much do babysitters charge?
The average rate for babysitters on Care.com as of September, 2024 is $18.42 per hour. A babysitter’s rate will fluctuate depending on where you live, the babysitter's level of experience, and the number of children they will look after. Other factors that can also influence the cost of care include the need for additional babysitter duties, specialized care, and overnight care. The Care.com childcare calculator can help you calculate your child care costs.
What’s the difference between a nanny vs babysitter?
How do you know when you want to find a nanny or a babysitter? This depends on your caregiving needs. Nannies usually have more responsibilities than a babysitter does and often earn a consistent weekly or monthly salary, whereas you typically hire babysitters on an as-needed basis. Families who need consistent care during the workweek will likely want to hire a nanny and may hire a separate sitter to watch their children on the occasional night or weekend. If you’re looking for a nanny or babysitter, Care.com can help you find someone trustworthy.
Are babysitters background checked?
Babysitters on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Sitters who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date we ran the background check. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you take additional steps to hire a babysitter safely, such as interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.
Ratings for babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 104,506 reviews of the 191,609 listed babysitters.