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Katharina H.
5.0
My daughter adored Kat, she had a lot of fun and was sad when Kat left. I immediately trusted Kat and appreciated that she showed up early and had a quick and easy repoire. She asked all the right questions and then took my daughter outside while I worked.
- Amyclaire B.
Mia D.
5.0
Mia is reliable, and so kind and playful with my 18 month old boy! Highly recommend!
- Christina S.
Lian F.
5.0
We only had Lian as a sitter for a couple months but as I listened to her credentials I became aware that she was probably more qualified than me to watch my child. Lian did a great job of being playful with our kids and keeping them both happy, not a small feat. Would've loved to keep her as a...
- Justin K.
Paula S.
5.0
Paula is like a second mother to our son. Her and her daughter love him more than I could ever expect! Paula is extremely flexible in terms of availability and works around things sometimes last minute which is near impossible to find in a caretaker. Paula takes my son and her daughter to a whole...
- Ariel B.
Babysitters in Durham, NC
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Chelsea L. | Durham, NC
$10-16/hr • 6 yrs exp • 23 yrs old
Avid Babysitter/ Nanny
Responds within a day
Description:
I've been babysitting for going on 4 years now. I've cared for children as young as 2 weeks up to 13 years old. I have watched up to 12 children at one time and down to just 1 at other times. I cook, clean,...
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5.0
(2)
Katharina H. | Durham, NC
$15-26/hr • 6 yrs exp • 22 yrs old
Summer Babysitting
Responds within an hour
Description:
Over the past 6 years I've been a babysitter, pet sitter, lifeguard, camp counselor, sports coach, and nanny. I'm comfortable with all animals and ages of children as long as they like to have some fun (of...
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Recent Review:
5.0
My daughter adored Kat, she had a lot of fun and was sad when Kat left. I immediately trusted Kat and appreciated that she showed up early and had a quick and easy repoire. She asked all the right questions and...
Reviewed by Amyclaire B.
5.0
(1)
Monica H. | Durham, NC
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp • 63 yrs old
Part-time/ Full-time/ Overnight Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny/Educator Available
Description:
I have cared for children of all ages (infancy through high school), and of various abilities (struggling to gifted). I am creative and energetic, and I really enjoy being with children. I am a former...
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5.0
(2)
Description:
I have 10 years experienced in kids all ages New Born - Teens
I'm comfortable with pets
Non-Smoker
I'm Bilingual. (Spanish)
I have a flexible schedule.
Have my own vehicle.
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Mia D. | Durham, NC
$26-30/hr • 10 yrs exp • 31 yrs old
Babysitter/Part-Time Nanny With Education Degree
Description:
Hello Parents : ) My name is Mia and I am somewhat new to the Durham area. I came here to start my first nursing position at Duke University Hospital. I work in the special care nursery and I love it!
I have...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Mia is reliable, and so kind and playful with my 18 month old boy! Highly recommend!
Reviewed by Christina S.
5.0
(3)
Description:
Hi! My name is Lizzie and I'm currently available as an occasional weekend or evening sitter. I've been a full time nanny for 5 years, working with children and youth ranging in age from newborns to high...
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5.0
(1)
Andrew W. | Durham, NC
$13-17/hr • 2 yrs exp • 24 yrs old
UNC-CH Social Work Grad Student; Babysitter
Description:
Hello! My name is Andrew. I am 22 years old and a recent graduate of Furman University. I currently attend UNC-CH where I am pursuing a Master's of Social Work degree. Most recently, I babysat 5 days/week for...
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5.0
(3)
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Hello! I am Yolanda . I am a DPS special education teacher and a dog mom. I am looking for a part-time babysitting or tutoring position. I am also available for weekend needs. I have many years of experience. I...
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5.0
(3)
Tiffany R. | Durham, NC
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 33 yrs old
Stay-At-Home Mom Looking For Part-Time Babysitting Work
Description:
I am a stay-at-home mother with my two amazing boys, ages nine and five. My family and I moved to Durham from Kauai, HI in 2018. I have a degree in health information management, specializing in medical billing...
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5.0
(2)
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Hi, My name is Nataly. I have over 7 years of experience taking care of kids. I am a very active person who loves outdoors. I am bilingual, I speak Spanish and English. I am very easy to get along with, very...
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5.0
(2)
Samantha M. | Durham, NC
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp • 34 yrs old
Young NYC Actress/College Graduate Looking For Part-Time Babysitting Work
Description:
I am a Special Education and Preschool Instructional Assistant serving the local public school system. I have several years working with autism, behavior and developmental delays and am looking to help one...
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5.0
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Lian F. | Durham, NC
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 30 yrs old
Babysitter Available With Extensive Experience With Children Under 5
Description:
I just finished my MPH in Maternal & Child Health at UNC after 4 years of work in Pediatric Newborn Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. I love working with & caring for children, and building...
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Recent Review:
5.0
We only had Lian as a sitter for a couple months but as I listened to her credentials I became aware that she was probably more qualified than me to watch my child. Lian did a great job of being playful with...
Reviewed by Justin K.
5.0
(1)
Description:
My name is Mary. I am a 26-year-old single mom to a 22-month-old princess. I live in Durham, NC. Looking for part time work. I can work full time but with my daughter or part time without her. I have reliable...
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5.0
(1)
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I absolutely love kids and have grown up caring for them. When I was born my mom did home daycare and continued to do it until I was 18. This gave me exposure to kids of all ages, and provided me with the...
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5.0
(2)
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I am 28 years old. Recently worked as a third grade teacher for two years and at a high school prior to that. I love working with children, but left education when I relocated to NC. I was raised in NYC and...
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5.0
(7)
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I love babies and children. I also have a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and my work experience includes a year of teaching elementary school and several years caring for babies and toddlers at day...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Paula is like a second mother to our son. Her and her daughter love him more than I could ever expect! Paula is extremely flexible in terms of availability and works around things sometimes last minute which is...
Reviewed by Ariel B.
5.0
(3)
Description:
Hi, my name is Felicia. I am a stay-at-home mom, with 30 years of childcare experience. My qualifications are Bachelor's in Christian Education, Child Development Associate's, Child Development Certificate,...
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5.0
(1)
Description:
I am a college student that will be home for the summer. I have one year of part-time, paid experience as a caregiver. I watched a 2-year-old while one parent was working from home for a few hours daily. They...
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5.0
(3)
Brianna T. | Durham, NC
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp • 25 yrs old
Description:
Kids are the hope of the future! I love them and believe in them because of this. In addition to now being several years into my teaching career in Durham Public Schools before throughout the pandemic, I have...
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5.0
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Maria M. | Durham, NC
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 55 yrs old
Experienced Child Care Provider
Responds within a few days
Description:
Hello, I am Claudia, (I go by my middle name), I am originally from Colombia, fluent in English and Spanish. I am very fortunate to have a mother that taught us the importance of knowing other cultures and...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Durham, NC:
How much do babysitters charge in Durham, NC?
The average rate for Durham, NC babysitters on Care.com is $15.25 per hour as of September 2022. 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.
How do I find a babysitter near me in Durham, NC?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Durham, 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 406 babysitters in Durham, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Durham, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Durham, NC through Care.com. As of 2022, 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.