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Caroline O.

Babysitter Available For Babysitting

Tampa, FL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Kind and caring, christian, babysitter with over 10 years plus of babysitting experience. I'm from Ireland but have lived in Tampa a long time. I love children and animals as well as nature walks, the outdoors, reading to children, playing board games, crafts, singing and listening to music. I'm currently available at weekends...

Care Member says "Our kids absolutely love Caroline. So do we. She is engaging, taking them to the park, playing games and talking with them. Rare qualities these days....

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Rebecca C.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Los Angeles, CA

3.5(1)
from
$20/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been working with children for a numerous amount of years. I have been working as a nanny since the age of 13 for children of the ages 2-16. I absolutely love caring and teaching children some of the things that I have picked up over the years, especially to those with special needs. In Elementary School, I worked in the...

Dianne R. says "We adore Rebecca! She is so kind, caring, smart, fun and my son loves to be around her! She's a great communicator, always punctual and I wouldn't...

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Emily D.

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny Looking For Part Time Babysitting Or Nannying!

Bellingham, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Emily, and I would describe myself as bubbly, enthusiastic, and caring. I'm graduating WWU in June with a degree in Political Science and am currently looking for a fun and supportive summer job before taking my next steps post-college. I've been working with kids for over 7 years in a variety of settings-as a...

Nicole M. says "Our daughter had a wonderful time with Emily. She was confident and reliable. We would definitely hire her again."

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Emily B.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Denver, CO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I knew I would want to work with children the moment my little sister was born, I was two and a half. Since then, I have have spent a countless nights babysitting for families in New York City, two summers working as counselor at an all-girls sleep-away camp, two summers working as a counselor at an all-boys school summer camp,...

Gordon A. says "I have a broken foot and needed someone responsible and fun to ski with my 2 kids (11-1/2 and 9 years old). Emily was great and the kids would definitely...

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Tanya C.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekend Babysitting

Stockbridge, GA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Tanya, and I recently moved from Los Angeles to Atlanta! I am a responsible, trustworthy, kind, educated, engaging, and FUN nanny with over 15 years of experience caring for children. Though I've nannied for pretty much every age, I specialize in babies and toddlers, newborn-5 years old. I have been with most of my...

Danniell A. says "Tanya is very friendly, dependable, and a great communicator. My son absolutely loved her. Rest assured your children are in good hands with her."

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Mikayla F.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Some Week Day Babysitting Jobs

Bozeman, MT

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am from Colorado originally, moved out to Bozeman in January 2019, and have been living in Glasgow and Polson, MT for the last year. I moved back to Bozeman this June to begin attending the Gallatin College welding program. I began babysitting 11 years ago at 14yo and I have babysat ages 4mo-14yrs. I have experience working...

Stacy K. says "Our boys loved Mikayla and still talk about the fun they had with her."

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Teaghan D.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Lynnwood, WA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Teaghan and I have had a lot of experience babysitting children whose ages range from 3 to 12 years old. I am most comfortable caring for one or two children at once but I also have experience taking care of three children at one time. I have been babysitting on and off since I was 13 years old. I love hanging out...

Lindsay H. says "Sweet and patient with my 3.5 year old high energy boy and 3 dogs."

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Yaneily D.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Kissimmee, FL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Yaneily (Ja-nay-lee), and I'm passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children of all ages. I have extensive experience caring for children from as young as 4 months old to 12+ years, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of every age group. For the past two years, I've been...

Yamilka Y. says "Yaneily is a sweet, caring & loving person. Full of life and creativity. She does everything with passion. A joy to be around. "

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Cindy G.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Rockville, MD

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Currently, I am a graduate student at Loyola University! I am studying to become a School Counselor. I love kids! I have worked with all age types from new born babies to 17-year-olds. In the past I have worked at summer camps as a head counselor, where I would be responsible for 15-25 children. I love staying active and doing...

Leslie B. says "Very nice and was very fun with my kids;)"

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Christine C.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday, Weeknight And/or Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Seattle, WA

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Christine, and I've been caring for children since I was in high school. After that, I worked as a full-time nanny in New York for three and a half years. The little girl I cared for was just 6 months old when I started, and I built a wonderful relationship with the family that continues to this day. I cared for...
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Hannah N.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Afternoon, Evening And Weekend Babysitting Or Nannying Jobs.

Olympia, WA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have been babysitting for more than five years for families in my neighborhood, for families at my church and for younger Girl Scouts who I have mentored. I was a Girl Scout for 13 years, so I also have experience leading and assisting younger children. I love making children laugh, smile, and have fun. I have taken care of...

Belize A. says "Hannah is great! She is very reliable, trustworthy, flexible and sweet! Kids loved her! She was there when I needed most and I'm very grateful for having...

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Patricia P.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight And Weekend Babysitting Jobs.

Laurel, MD

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing eight years of experience working with children aged newborn to 11, I'm passionate about providing nurturing care and supporting families. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives, and I strive to be a reliable childcare option for you. I hold a college degree and maintain...

Sarah B. says "Patricia is AMAZING. She has become an extension of our family and we all love her so much. She is absolutely wonderful with our children (ages 5 and 8)...

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Antonika T.

Part-Time Babysitting - Flexible Babysitter Available Now - Evenings And Weekends

Broadview, IL

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I have over 10+ years experience in babysitting children of all ages. I am a very reliable person. I absolutely love children and show them great attention. I am able to provide references if needed. I have excellent communication skills and very patient with children.

Care Member says "She was on time, per my request was only doing non-screen activities. She played from basketball to chess with my kid. My kid was very happy. "

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Emily B.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknight Babysitting

Amesbury, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a licensed social worker and have been in the field for 8+ years! I have worked in a range of settings, clinical, recreational and in community based family therapy. I primarily love working with youth and families and supporting the family dynamic. I love being outdoors and exploring the creativity and imaginations of...

Greg B. says "Emily has been great working at my summer camp. She is great with kids."

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Debra C.

Experienced Babysitter Available for Weeknights and Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Newport News, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I was born in Portsmouth, Virginia where Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is located. My father served in the armed forces as a Naval Officer for 30 years and my mother was a homemaker for my two younger brothers, one older sister and myself. I graduated from high school in Virginia and later moved to Texas where I was married. I...

Mandi R. says "She still works for us and we love her!"

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Lisbeth R.

Experienced Preschool Teacher/Babysitter Available for After School and Weeknight Babysitting Jobs.

Montgomery, IL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Lisbeth. I was born and raised in Venezuela-South America, but came to USA in 2004. I have a B. S. in Early Childhood Education with more than 20 years of preschool teaching experience ages 1 to 8. I currently work for the Early Head Start Program as a Bilingual Home Visitor. I am easy to get along with, caring,...

Nathalie S. says "Lisbeth is wonderful. She cared for our daughter after school for over three years and was always full of creativity, energy and love. She went above...

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Pema C.

Experienced babysitter available for weeknight and weekend babysitting jobs.

San Pablo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
My name is Pema, 48yrs old Tibetan women. I have a very good 12full year experience of caring new born to 3 yrs old baby. I assure you of my hardworking, sincere, honesty and compassionate, references available upon request. Language known English, Hindi and Tibetan.

Martha D. says "Pema was excellent with our infant daughter. She was fun and loving and our little one was always happy to be with her. I completely trusted that my...

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Rachel M.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Both Daily And Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Fort Worth, TX

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! I'm a stay-at-home mom who understands how important it is to feel confident and comfortable with the person caring for your child. As a mom, I'm patient, dependable, and attentive to each child's unique needs. I enjoy creating a safe, loving, and structured environment where kids can learn, play, and feel supported. I'm...
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Ashley P.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weekday And Weeknight Babysitting Jobs

East Windsor, CT

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ashley, and I'm a part-time caregiver currently studying full-time to earn my degree in Early Childhood Education, with plans to pursue a career in social work. I'm CPR certified and have years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, both professionally and as the oldest in a large family (aka the...

Kelly D. says "It is only with great sorrow that I write this review, and only because Ashley deserves to find a great family back home. That said, I'm not happy to be...

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Stephanie R.

Friendly Babysitter Looking To Babysit More Clients

Lexington Park, MD

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I've been babysitting for about 10 years now. I am a recent graduate of Towson University with a B. S. in Sociology. Interested in getting my Master's degree in social work. I was a summer camp counselor for St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks in 2017. Genuinely love kids and cant wait to speak to you about assisting you with...

Karen D. says "She is so great with my son. We even have her stay over night so we can have a weekend away. I recommend her. A lot."

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  • The average post rate is $20.04/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.7

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents

Babysitters are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 58,687 reviews of the 148,490 listed babysitters

Caroline O.

Our kids absolutely love Caroline. So do we. She is engaging, taking them to the park, playing games and talking with them. Rare qualities...

- Care member

Rebecca C.

We adore Rebecca! She is so kind, caring, smart, fun and my son loves to be around her! She's a great communicator, always punctual and I...

- Dianne R.

Emily D.

Our daughter had a wonderful time with Emily. She was confident and reliable. We would definitely hire her again.

- Nicole M.

FAQs for finding 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.

The average rate for babysitters on Care.com as of April, 2026 is $20.04 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.

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.

Every individual babysitter on Care.com must complete our Care.com Background Check before messaging families. Sitters who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date we ran the background check. While a Care.com Background Check 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 checks. Care.com Background Checks don’t cover someone a caregiver may bring to a job. Bringing someone to your home without your express permission violates our community guidelines and should be reported. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

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