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395 babysitters are listed in Durham, NC
The average rate is $15/hr as of January 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Durham, NC
5.0
(2)
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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 course fun being whatever your child enjoys). I recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a...
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
(7)
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Hello there! I'm happy you found my profile. My name is Arianna. I am a third-year law student at the University of North Carolina School of Law. I am 25 years old with over 10 years of childcare experience. I graduate from law school in May and am looking to provide part-time childcare until May,...
Samantha M.
Durham, NC
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Young NYC Actress/College Graduate Looking For Part-Time Babysitting Work
5.0
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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 single family in the upcoming school year with virtual learning. Before working in special...
5.0
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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 and reimbursement- but hanging out with the kiddos is WAY more fun :) We live on 4 acres...
3.5
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My name is Sara and I am 32 years old. I live in Durham. I have been a nanny for a couple of families with children of different ages.
I have experience with premature baby
I offer childcare Daytime and Overnight.
If you want more information you can leave me a message.
I'm available...
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4.9
(34)
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I am a certified elementary school teacher . I taught in the public school system for the past two years. I am looking for weekend and date night babysitting at this time . I love working with kids and I look forward to meeting you and your family !! I just moved to the triangle area and I am...
Recent Review:
5.0
Rachel was a pleasure to have in our home. Her calm and laid back demeanor made for an easy transition for our socially anxious two year old. He was asleep when we got home without any trouble. We look...
Reviewed by Leilana W.
5.0
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I am an experienced early childhood professional, with an associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working in a large childcare facilities and also working privately with individual families. I have provided childcare needs for multiple families met through Care. com and for...
Recent Review:
5.0
Evonna is great with our 3 year old daughter! She is calm, very communicative, reliable, and follows our routine exactly. I was so surprised that she was able to get our kiddo to sleep on time easily, but she...
Reviewed by Mollie S.
Alexis H.
Durham, NC
$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Best Buds (Specializing In Child Care And Personal Assistant Duties)
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Hello, my name is Alexis and I am a Cum Laude graduate of Meredith College. I studied Fashion Merchandising & Design & Business Admin with a concentration in HR. Currently I work as a Real Estate Agent and PT assisting families with childcare & household duties.
I am a very dependable, dedicated,...
5.0
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Hello! My name is Jyllian and I have over 20 years of experience taking care of kids and animals! I can help with travel, carpooling, after school activities or whatever you need!
Recent Review:
5.0
Jyll has been spending time with our kids (now 6 and 8) almost every week since they were born. She is such a valuable part of our village. Playing outside, reading together, art projects, listening to endless...
Reviewed by Sarah H.
5.0
(2)
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I am a bilingual, social worker and mom of a 4-year-old girl! I am looking to find part time work as a nanny/ family-helper (light organizing, light laundry, food prep, post-birth transition and mother support, etc.) I have my masters in social work, and experience as a nanny, an assistant teacher...
Leah S.
Durham, NC
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Leah and I am 25 years old. I am one of 9 children so I am used to taking care of kids. I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old, I've worked in preschools caring for children of all ages. I have also been a nanny where I helped with homework, carpool and light housekeeping. I...
Recent Review:
5.0
Leah is wonderful! She babysat our two girls while we had a parents night out and did a great job. Our girls loved her, our dog loved her, and she even emptied our dishwasher for us! Would absolutely hire her...
Reviewed by Erin G.
5.0
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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 languages, I went to law school in my country, I came to the US in 2000, got married and had a...
Dominique R.
Durham, NC
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
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Before the pandemic I was a full time Pre-K teacher. I have over 6 years in experience. I have worked with infants from 6 weeks of age to school age. I have numerous amount of training from over the years. I am First aid and CPR certified. As well as training in early childhood development, health...
Recent Review:
5.0
Dominique is such a sweet, caring young lady! My daughter, who was 4 months old at the time, immediately took to her and continues to do so at 9 months. Watching her with my daughter, it is evident that...
Reviewed by Ashley C.
Cari H.
Durham, NC
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Cari and I live in Durham! I teach second grade in Cary, and have been working with kiddos since I was 15! I am looking to help out a family during the remainder of the summer!
5.0
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Hi! I have been working with children my whole life. I have been a babysitter, tutor and also a camp counselor for many years. I have 5 years of experience. I am very reliable, creative, energetic and patient with children. I do think kids are kids, but it's up to adults to teach them to respect...
Recent Review:
5.0
I have known Raina for years. She took really good care of my daughter and my son for two years. She is very patient with them, she is nurturing, and is great with children. I would definitely recommend her to...
Reviewed by Austin J.
4.8
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Full time Nanny (May 20. 20- Present)
Part Time Babysitter (March 20. 20- May 20. 20)
Lead Pre-K teacher at 4D Learning Center (June 20. 18-March 20. 20)
Part time babysitter (March 20. 18- June 20. 18)
Infant Nursery worker (20. 15- 20. 18)
Full time Nanny (20. 13- 20. 18)
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Erin M.
Durham, NC
$20-30/hr
5.0
(1)
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I started a babysitters club when I was 11 after becoming obsessed with the book series. I actually had 3 clients, despite my young age, and have been caring for children of all ages and needs since then.
Recent Review:
5.0
My 11-year old daughter thoroughly enjoyed her time with Erin and was excited to have her come the next day to babysit. Erin is punctual and arrived early on first day, and has been good at communicating...
Reviewed by Steven S.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a pediatric nurse (5years) who is inbetween travel assignments. I am CPR certified and have experience with medically-complex children as well as babysitting/nannying since I was in high school. Looking for babysitting jobs while I am on break between nursing jobs.
Gennie K.
Durham, NC
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny With Many Certifications
4.7
(4)
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Hi, I am a 32-year-old young lady with a great passion for making a difference in children's lives. I have experience working with children from newborn to 14 years of age in schools and child care centers. I also have experience as a nanny. I am very flexible with being a nanny or babysitter as...
Recent Review:
5.0
Gennie is absolutely amazing! She's very kindhearted and goes above and beyond in all that she does. She is considerate and always communicates foreseeable issues well in advance which helps with adjusting...
Reviewed by Missie S.
5.0
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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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Recent babysitter reviews in Durham, NC
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.
Racheal W.
5.0
Rachel was a pleasure to have in our home. Her calm and laid back demeanor made for an easy transition for our socially anxious two year old. He was asleep when we got home without any trouble. We look forward to having her back again!
- Leilana W.
Evonna H.
5.0
Evonna is great with our 3 year old daughter! She is calm, very communicative, reliable, and follows our routine exactly. I was so surprised that she was able to get our kiddo to sleep on time easily, but she now she always does this without fail. She is very experienced, reliable, and trustworthy....
- Mollie S.
Jyllian M.
5.0
Jyll has been spending time with our kids (now 6 and 8) almost every week since they were born. She is such a valuable part of our village. Playing outside, reading together, art projects, listening to endless banter about sports and kitty cats - Jyll does it all. I would highly recommend Jyll to...
- Sarah H.
Leah S.
5.0
Leah is wonderful! She babysat our two girls while we had a parents night out and did a great job. Our girls loved her, our dog loved her, and she even emptied our dishwasher for us! Would absolutely hire her again.
- Erin G.
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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 $15.91 per hour as of January 2023. 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 395 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 2023, 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.