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Lisa A.

Over 30 Years Of Experience!!!

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hello, I have raised 4 wonderful children. I also have 7 grandchildren. I taught pre-school for several years as well. I am CPR/AED Adult and child certified. I will give your children the love and attention they need. Am very loving, caring, and compassionate. Im also very reliable, dependable and experienced. will provide...

Emily B. says "I hired Lisa to sit with my infant twin boys one day while I got some work done. Her personal experience as a mom to twins made her the perfect fit! She...

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Gabrielle A.

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$43/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has over 10 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum supervision...

Care Member says "Gabrielle did a great job watching my four year old while he was too sick to attend daycare. I would hire her again. "

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Suzanne J.

Nanny/ Sitter/ Child Care / Infants / Pets/ Experienced & Fun Loving

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I am highly attentive to your children, pets and home offering the upmost care for families as a professional child/home/pet provider for over 10 years. I truly love being with infants, children and pets. I honor your work/home privacy, house security and safety. I provide the level of care you would desire while you are...

Bethany B. says "Our experience with Suzanne has been so lovely. Most importantly, she provides excellent care for our 11 month old. We appreciate her open communication,...

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Hannah R.

Part-Time Nanny

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Hannah. I am 25 years old, I love do ministry and love missions. I love to care and play with kids. I am very active and enjoy the outdoors. I have played sports my whole life so I really enjoy to play games and sports. Aside from the outdoors, I also enjoy playing board games and arts and crafts. I have watched kids...

Jessica F. says "Hannah is a gem! Our kids loved her and I loved her sweet and kind disposition toward them. She is fantastic, I would highly recommend her."

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Casey A.

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! my name is Casey and I have 10 years of experience with kids from infants to teens. I also volunteer at the boys and girls club, so I have plenty of experience with multiple children. I love to goof off and allow children to have fun in ways the guardian feels comfortable. I love to take them outside, do art projects, fun...

Care Member says "She was flexible, punctual, and detail oriented."

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Kayla L.

Morning/ Half Day Sitter

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi, My name is Kayla & I have two small littles of my own. Outside of my own babies I have years experience in working with children, most of my experience has been caring for infants & toddlers. I have been at home with my daughter for the past year until recently. She now attends preschool with my toddler in the mornings 3...

Care Member says "The best. We moved to Charleston not knowing anyone and I was so worried about how my baby would do with a new caregiver. Kayla has been incredible !...

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Kierstin C.

Part Time Baby Sitter

Charleston, SC

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi there! I'm Kierstin. I will be moving to the Charleston area at the beginning of August with my husband. He will be starting a teaching position at the Citadel. I have experience with kids of all ages, most recently I was a preschool teacher at a small Christian preschool with ages from 18 months to 5 years old. In the...
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Kellie O.

Caregiver

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Kellie and I am a 19 year veteran Special Education teacher. My Bachelor's Degree is from Auburn University and I am working on a master's degree in Behavioral Psychology from Pepperdine University. My daughter will be a Freshman in high school this Fall and my husband is a retired Executive Chef. I also have a...

Care Member says "Fun and professional. Happy to have her anytime!"

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Mia C.

Smile Creator

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Mia! I'm a graduate of College of Charleston. I have a degree in exercise science hoping to go to grad school for pediatric occupational therapist. I have worked with kids for 10+ years. I worked as a pre-school teacher. The past 6-7 years I have been a nanny, driving the kids around to summer sports, camps, eating...

Chelsea B. says "Mia watching our 1 year old son while we were in Charleston for the weekend. She was very communicative and was willing to do whatever we needed to calm...

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Grace P.

Certified Teacher/Nanny

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Grace. I am a certified teacher and graduate of Loyola University, majoring in Elementary Education with a Reading Teacher minor. I absolutely love kids and have worked as a full time nanny, educational childcare assistant, tutor, summer school teacher, and education coordinator for a local nonprofit. I am...

Sarah A. says "Grace was a pleasure to interview and refreshingly smart young lady"

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Susan H.

Full Or Part Time Caregiver

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children and pets for over 15 years. I've worked in elementary schools as a Teacher Assistant and also worked as an Administrative Assistant in a private college helping older students with their needs. I look forward to sharing my experiences with you and my love for animals also. I also walked dogs which...

Lisa K. says "Sue has been watching my 11 year old daughter after school, since the beginning of the school year. She also provides rides for my older children when they...

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Lauriel B.

Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a Nanny I have experience with newborn through school-aged children. I believe in understanding developmental milestones and achievements and encouraging the success of each child while celebrating their individuality. While I have worked with a variety of ages, my education and experience as a postpartum doula and...

Care Member says "Lauriel nannied for us for 2 years and we highly recommend! She is the most caring and patient and we are so grateful for everything she did for us and...

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Lindsey M.

Babysitter Available Weekend Babysitting Jobs

Charleston, SC

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have babysat and taken care of children ranging from 4 months to 14 years of age. I have a full time job, but am looking to work on weekends. I love kids and enjoy spending time with them and watching them learn and grow!
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Noelle N.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Charleston, SC

from
$10/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a full-time student at college of Charleston. I am 24 years old with my own transportation. I am looking for some babysitting jobs during days or nights I won't be in classes. I have cared for mostly family members ranging from a few months of age to 11 years of age. I am constantly in West Ashley, downtown, and mount...
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Sydney W.

Babysitter & Nanny

Charleston, SC

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! I've cared for children from 6mo - 11yrs over the course of the last 10+ years. I was red cross certified years ago but am more then happy to redo the training once a job is agreed to! I enjoy reading, music and spending time outside and love getting to see kids experience new things and develop their own hobbies:)!
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Ryan G.

Part/ Full Time Babysitter

Charleston, SC

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
Hi my name is Ryan! I just finished my first year teaching 6th grade. I'm a compassionate, reliable, and patient with a genuine love for helping others. I have experience working with children of all ages. I'm organized, dependable, and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the families I work with!
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Shannon F.

Part- Time Babysitter

Charleston, SC

from
$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I am a registered nurse in Charleston looking for nannying/ babysitting jobs throughout the week. I work 3 days a week and can be flexible with my schedule to your needs. I'm CPR certified and currently work with children at work
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Lucy R.

Lucy Babysitter

Charleston, SC

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a 19-year-old rising college sophomore! I attend UNC-Chapel Hill and am majoring in nursing! I am living in Charleston for the summer and would love to babysit as much as possible! I love kids and am very energetic and patient. I would love to work with your family this summer!
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Madison G.

Experienced, Reliable, And Fun Babysitter!

Charleston, SC

from
$12/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a charleston local and in my third year of medical school. I've been babysitting since I was 15 and worked as a lifeguard before medical school so I am CPR certified. I'm flexible with hours and love to do fun summer activities with kids!
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Courtney D.

Babysitter- Courtney D

Charleston, SC

from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 19-year-old college student who is currently attending Elon University and will be in Charleston for the summer. I have been living in Charleston with my family for the past four years and graduated from Porter-Gaud last year. My current job usually gets off around 2 p.m. so I will be more available at night. I am a...
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  • 302 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.12/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.8

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Charleston, SC

Babysitters in Charleston, SC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 178 reviews of the 301 listed babysitters

Lisa A.

I hired Lisa to sit with my infant twin boys one day while I got some work done. Her personal experience as a mom to twins made her the...

- Emily B.

Gabrielle A.

Gabrielle did a great job watching my four year old while he was too sick to attend daycare. I would hire her again.

- Care member

Suzanne J.

Our experience with Suzanne has been so lovely. Most importantly, she provides excellent care for our 11 month old. We appreciate her open...

- Bethany B.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Charleston, SC:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Charleston, SC 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 301 babysitters in Charleston, SC 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.

The average rate for Charleston, SC babysitters on Care.com is $18.12 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Charleston, SC through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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