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89 babysitters are listed in Hickory, NC
The average rate is $14/hr as of December 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 3 years
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Hickory, NC
Brittany C.
5.0
Brittany was professional and friendly. She made us feel comfortable during our interview and when she came to our home. We would love to have her back to sit for us anytime!
- Amanda W.
Rhonissia G.
5.0
My kids loved Rhonissia, she watched my two kids several times and they couldn't stop talking about her because they had so much fun with her. She was very attentive to their needs,patient, and always available when I needed her.
- Care member
Alexus H.
5.0
Alexus is professional, focused, personable, and kind. She connected easily with our 5 year old son, and he looks forward to her coming back. We'll definitely call Alexus again.
- Susannah B.
Frances M.
5.0
Frances is a wonderful caregiver, so thoughtful and loving with our mother. She was a great companion and took very good care of her.
- Kori S.
Mikah A.
5.0
Mikah is super kind and an absolute natural with little ones. She watched my son over night so I could have a mom's night out. She kept me posted through out the night and had him in a fresh diaper and dressed when I came to pick him up in the morning. Highly recommend!!
- Ashtin S.
Babysitters in Hickory, NC
5.0
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Hi! My name is Brittany,
Nannying has become my full time gig while in school. I enjoy being around kids and making my time with them a memorable experience. I am both US and internationally certified as a nanny and newborn care specialist. I am not the nanny that lets the kids watch tv for hours...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, Travel, Carpooling
Recent review:
5.0
Brittany was professional and friendly. She made us feel comfortable during our interview and when she came to our home. We would love to have her back to sit for us anytime!
Reviewed by Amanda W.
Rhonissia G.
Hickory, NC
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be...
Rhonissia can also help with: Light cleaning, Grocery shopping
Recent review:
5.0
My kids loved Rhonissia, she watched my two kids several times and they couldn't stop talking about her because they had so much fun with her. She was very attentive to their needs,patient, and always available...
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5.0
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Hi, From 2002 until about 2008 I operated my own cleaning service. I no longer have the business, but I do have 1 house and an office that I'm cleaning. I'm as honest as they come, and you'll love my work. I have great references.
Alexus H.
Hickory, NC
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.3
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Hello my name is Alexus! I'm hoping to find a care giver job. I am committed to being a hard working candidate. I am available as required.
I am comfortable doing date night supervising, meal preparation, and school pick-up and drop-off. Further, I have personal transportation available. I have...
Alexus can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Alexus is professional, focused, personable, and kind. She connected easily with our 5 year old son, and he looks forward to her coming back. We'll definitely call Alexus again.
Reviewed by Susannah B.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Frances. If you need someone warm and caring, honest and capable of taking good care of your loved one; that would be me. I do believe in treating anyone the way I would want to be treated. I have AT LEAST 5 years experience in paid caregiving.
Recent review:
5.0
Frances is a wonderful caregiver, so thoughtful and loving with our mother. She was a great companion and took very good care of her.
Reviewed by Kori S.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Mikah. I am a 21-year-old active duty sailor seeking some extra work and experience on the books with children, animals, and anything else I could possibly help with around the house. I am a very hard worker and a fast learner. Anyone that knows me would say I am caring and outgoing...
Mikah can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Grocery shopping, Travel
Recent review:
5.0
Mikah is super kind and an absolute natural with little ones. She watched my son over night so I could have a mom's night out. She kept me posted through out the night and had him in a fresh diaper and dressed...
Reviewed by Ashtin S.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Mikah. I am currently serving active duty in the military and clean at work constantly. I absolutely love organizing things, anything from cabinets and refrigerators to toy boxes or dressers I love it. I feel like with organizing comes cleaning so my love for order has brought me to a...
Recent review:
5.0
Mikah was prompt and very thorough in her cleaning. She also made great recommendations for cleaning products. We have hired her for both housekeeping and babysitting, and would definitely do so again.
Reviewed by Michael And Jena M.
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Hello, my name is Kelsey. I am a mother of a 4-year-old boy and an 11-month-old girl, and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. My most frequent babysitting experiences were for two different families; one with two little boys aged 1 and 3, and the other with a 5-year-old girl and...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling, Travel
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I have been babysitting for 4 years for friends, family etc. I love kids and enjoy their bubbly personalities!
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning, Travel, Grocery shopping
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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have babysat since I was 13 years old from kids infant- 12 years old
Mckenzie can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
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Hi my name is Samantha P. I am 21 years old. I started out as a nanny and a dog sitter at the age of 15 and slowly with that house cleaning came and so then I started to do house keeping. I also am a care giver for older people as well. I have my own car and car insurance. I have been doing house...
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My name is Samantha . I am 22 years. I work with kids and animals. Both I have 7 years of experience. When I started to work with children and do baby sitting jobs, animals just kind of came with it also so I started to do animal sitting around the same time. I am good with dogs, fish, hamsters,...
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, Pet walking
Samantha P.
Hickory, NC
$16-18/hr • 7 yrs exp
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My name is Samantha. I am 21 years old. I went to college for my Early Childhood degree. I am now super flexible. I own a 2016 Chevy Sonic Hatchback and I have car insurance with State Farm. I do have a background check and I am certified to work with children and in a daycare. I have also worked at...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, Carpooling, Travel
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Hi my name is Samantha. I've been an in home care taker and an errand runner and a child care nanny for 7 years.
Abigail H.
Hickory, NC
$14-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Paige! I'm 18 and currently in cosmetology school!
I have lots of experience babysitting, cleaning houses, and house/pet sitting. I'm looking for after-school jobs and some weekends.
Emma G.
Hickory, NC
$11-17/hr
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I have been babysitting for years and I am looking for something more permanent over the summer. I have 4 years of experience being a camp counselor and am great with kids. I can help with light housekeeping, laundry, and cooking/meal preparation.
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, Carpooling, Light cleaning
Ebony C.
Hickory, NC
$13-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
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My name is Ebony! Experience in childcare began with babysitting in high school and continued into an internship at Snowbird wilderness Outfitters summer camp. As an intern I worked with 6th - 12th grade youth. This included counseling and leading them in outdoor recreation! I enjoy cultivating a...
Caitlyn R.
Hickory, NC
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am majoring in elementary education and playing lacrosse! I love babysitting and can't wait to be a teacher when I graduate!
Caitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, Light cleaning
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I'm a momma to my beautiful daughter that is the love of my life, and I'm married to a wonderful man that has stolen my heart 12 years ago. My passion is to create and spread positivity to our youth and older folks. Life is too short, I like to focus on the blessings that we've been given and enjoy...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, Grocery shopping, Light cleaning
Karen G.
Hickory, NC
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, my names Karen! I am a mother of 4 children although I feel like a second mother to all the kids I've cared for over the years. looking to babysit
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Hickory, NC:
How can I find a Hickory babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Hickory, 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 89 babysitters in Hickory, NC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Hickory, NC?
The average rate for Hickory, NC babysitters on Care.com is $14.84 per hour as of December 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Hickory, NC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Hickory, 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.
Ratings for Hickory, NC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Hickory, NC are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 89 listed babysitters.