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709 babysitters are listed in Knoxville, TN
The average rate is $15/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Knoxville, TN
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience with children and in the medical field. I have a flexible schedule and can be available when you need! I think it's important for children to be active and involved in learning. I would love to help your family!
Greyson can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
4.0
Greyson did everything I asked and was kind and respectful.
Care member
Christen S.
Knoxville, TN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available After School And On Weekends
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Christen S. I have 10 years of experience in childcare, and have my bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee. I plan to begin my Master's degree in the fall. I have taken care of children of all ages, from newborn to 15 years old. I absolutely love all children, but am most experienced with toddlers...
Christen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
I'd recommend her to anyone who wants someone reliable, honest and hardworking.
Amaya X.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'd like to introduce myself to any potential families needing babysitting and/or pet care services. I have babysat for a wonderful family during Summer 2019. After that, I worked in a nursery, interned at a child's advocacy center, and went on to start my career after receiving my Bachelors of Social Work degree and...
Shelby can also help with: Grooming, boarding, daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Natalie! I have over 8 years of childcare experience from volunteering in my church's nursery, babysitting, and being a teachers assistant. While volunteering at my church I was responsible for multiple children with ages varying from 4months-6 years. I am great with kids of all ages and would love to help...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Recent review:
5.0
Natalie has helped us out on several occasions and it has been a great experience. She is dependable, kind, and great with kids. Our kids loved the time they spent with her and I felt comfortable knowing they were safe while in her care. She is also great with pets...
Care member
5.0
(5)
I've been babysitting for about 9 years now, and I'm still having just as much fun as ever! The safety and comfort of your children is my top priority. I am always looking to make life filled with color and discovery. I am married to an amazing man, and I have a 2-month-old baby girl! I am currently in school to become an...
Caris can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
There truly is no one better than Caris. She is trustworthy, loving, positive, hard-working, funny, patient, creative, and nurturing. She was our nanny for about a year, and it broke our hearts when we moved. My kids grew to love her as part of the family. In all...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I work at a preschool caring for kids ages as young as 4 months to as old as 5 years! I have been babysitting since early high school for kids of all ages. In high school, I had a job at a company called Southern Sitters in which I would provide babysitting services as needed.
Madison can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Madison is a great sitter. She is kind and observant of the kids she's watching. She's had many years of experience with kids and it shows. Our daughters (and neighbor kids) love her and we are very glad to have found her.
Mike G.
5.0
(1)
Hey, my name is Bethany! First off, I am a Christian and I strive to honor God in every single thing I do. I have experience as a preschool teacher as well as school age care. I have a few families that I regularly babysit for and am looking to gain a few more! I have been watching children since I was 13 and I absolutely love...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Bethany is such a blessing for our family! We have a 4 year old little boy, a 2 year old little girl, and an 18 month old little boy and all three of our children absolutely love Bethany! Bethany has been our babysitter for date nights, Saturday events, and weekly...
Madeline P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Libby! I have been babysitting and have lead childcare classes at my church for over 5 years! I have babysat ages 1- 13, up to 5-6 children at a time. I'm happy to help out in anyway I can! When I babysit or nanny, I love to do crafts, play games, and help out with schoolwork!
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
My kids loved having Libby babysit! She was on time, reliable, attentive, played with my kids, and wasn't on her phone (this detail is not only important to me but it is important to my kids, they like to play with their babysitters and will actually request a...
Carrie H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hello there. I am a 26-year-old college graduate. I have babysat many kids, whose ages range from newborn to 12. I have been a nanny to several children, including a 4-month-old baby, and 1-year-old twins. I also have experience coaching sports and I have also been a camp counselor and after school counselor, working with kids...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Recent review:
5.0
She is an incredible tutor, babysitter, and pet sitter/house sitter. My son was failing all of his high school classes, and she got him making all A's in no time. She babysat him when he was young and has always been so dependable, kind and supportive. She comes...
Lauren P.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Mattie & I'm looking for a new nanny position! In late July/early August, I'll be leaving my current family! After 2 years they unfortunately will no longer need me. I have loved getting to watch the kids grow & meet milestones, and love on them in the process! I have many years of experience, a clean...
Mattie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Mattie is kind and compassionate. She is good with children and is able to complete tasks easily and effectively.
Jake S.
5.0
(4)
Hello :) My name is Kelly, and it would be an honor to work for you and your family!! I am a very caring person by nature and am gentle as well as understanding/empathetic. It means the world to me that each child gets the care and attention they deserve, and that they are in a safe and positive environment. I work as a...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She is amazing with kids, and so sweet! Kelly would definitely be a great addition to anyones Care team she’s always on time and is overall a awesome caregiver. I would definitely recommend her
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5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kenzie. I'm 31 years old and I adore working with children. I have experience in babysitting, nannying and teaching. I worked as an Art Teacher for children ranging from 4-12yr olds.
Over the last years, I've nannied for a couple different families with kiddos ranging from 6mo -12 yrs old and I absolutely love...
Kenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Mackenzie worked for us for years as our Children's Fine Art teacher, for our 4-7 and 8-12 age groups.
I will say that I have seen very few people have as much patience and kindness when working with children, especially with a full, and often chaotic,...
Bryan S.
4.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Allison. I have more than 10 years of experience in child care, ages ranging from infant to 17. I have volunteered time in various church activities, such as leading Vacation Bible Study lessons, caring for infants and children in the nursery, and have been a children's music leader. I'm responsible, caring, and...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Recent review:
4.0
I interviewed Allison, and really liked her positive, calm attitude, and overall joyful personality! Our family ended up hiring a grandmother-type caregiver for our girls, but I was very impressed with Allison and would have not hesitated to hire her! She was...
Laura J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved looking after children and finding ways to make caretaking time fun for them! I love to cook, cleaning and housework comes very naturally to me. I also love to introduce children to interactive crafts and creative activities that are engaging and give them an opportunity to express themselves as I did when I...
Ivy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Recent review:
5.0
We love Ivy! She watches our 1 and 5 year old a couple times a month and my children absolutely adore her. She's great with the kids and our crazy Jack Russell terrier too. She is always on time and is a great communicator, she's always keeping us informed with how...
Brad V.
Jennifer A.
Knoxville, TN
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Pediatric OT Looking For Part-Time/As Needed Babysitting
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Jenn, a full-time pediatric occupational therapist at Knox County Schools with 8+ years of childcare experience. Coming from a family of educators, I knew from an early age that I wanted to make a difference in children's lives. In undergrad at Lee University, I worked part-time at a child development center for two...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Jennifer is wonderful! She is very dependable and kind with my son. She's very thoughtful with activities as she has a lot of experience with children.
Kayla P.
Elise P.
Knoxville, TN
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(17)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I prefer to be messaged directly rather than being sent a booking request, if possible!
I have experience with all age groups, including infants. I think what sets me apart from others is that I'm truly looking to develop a bond with the children I'm looking after. I try my best to really listen to children and guide...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Could not say enough good things about Elise! She's been my son's nanny for over a year now and he and our entire family love her! She is kind, patient, creative and loving! She gives my son her undivided attention each day and I truly don't know what we would do...
Danielle N.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Since high school, I have been caring for children. I spent several years volunteering at a yearly daycare opportunity through my school as well as volunteering at a Vacation Bible School. I have also taken some classes on child care and development, including training in SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). I have worked at a...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Recent review:
5.0
Sam is wonderful! My son loves her so much! He smiles when she gets to our house in the mornings and starts bouncing excitedly to see her! She's been so helpful to have around. She does a great job caring for my son and quickly learned to read his queues. Sam...
Chloe S.
Hannah M.
Knoxville, TN
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Hannah,
I have just graduated from Pellissipi State community college with my associates of science in teaching and a focus on K-5 education! I am very comfortable around young children. I had my first babysitting job at the age of 12, and I have worked in childcare for 10 years. I have loved every second...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Hannah is GREAT with kids! She is so gentle with kids and they and absolutely adore her! She has a sweet connection with everyone she meets and genuinely gives her all into her nanny kids!
Care member
Haley C.
Knoxville, TN
$28-38/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Haley. I am 22 years old and moved to Knoxville, Tennessee in June of 2019. I am originally from Jupiter, Florida. I have been working with children for the past 7 years. I have previously worked as a mommy's helper, babysitter, nanny, after school counselor, summer camp counselor and have over 700 hours...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Recent review:
5.0
Wonderful young woman. Thank you for being punctual and proving to have great communication skills (which is sometimes hard to come by!) --
Sara S.
Ansley T.
Knoxville, TN
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ansley! I am a Junior at UT Knoxville and am majoring in Therapeutic Recreation. I spend my summers working as a counselor at YMCA Camp Harrison in the mountains of North Carolina. I am certified in BLS first aid, mental heath first aid, and am a certified lifeguard through the YMCA. I have been babysitting since...
Ansley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She is great with kids. She sticks to the limits I set for my kids, but she has so much fun with the kids that they love her. We can't wait to have Ansley over again!
Jennifer G.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Knoxville, TN
Greyson C.
4.0
Greyson did everything I asked and was kind and respectful.
- Care member
Christen S.
5.0
I'd recommend her to anyone who wants someone reliable, honest and hardworking.
- Amaya X.
Natalie L.
5.0
Natalie has helped us out on several occasions and it has been a great experience. She is dependable, kind, and great with kids. Our kids loved the time they spent with her and I felt comfortable knowing they were safe while in her care. She is also great with pets and even helped our daughter set...
- Care member
Caris M.
5.0
There truly is no one better than Caris. She is trustworthy, loving, positive, hard-working, funny, patient, creative, and nurturing. She was our nanny for about a year, and it broke our hearts when we moved. My kids grew to love her as part of the family. In all my years of being a parent, and...
- Care member
Madison K.
5.0
Madison is a great sitter. She is kind and observant of the kids she's watching. She's had many years of experience with kids and it shows. Our daughters (and neighbor kids) love her and we are very glad to have found her.
- Mike G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Knoxville, TN:
How can I find a Knoxville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Knoxville, TN 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 709 babysitters in Knoxville, TN on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Knoxville, TN?
The average rate for Knoxville, TN babysitters on Care.com is $15.18 per hour as of April 2024. 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Knoxville, TN?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Knoxville, TN through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.
Ratings for Knoxville, TN babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Knoxville, TN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 237 reviews of the 709 listed babysitters.