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Find babysitters in Jamestown, RI that you’ll love

60 babysitters are listed in Jamestown, RI

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Jamestown, RI

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Abby Q.


Narragansett, RI

$13-19/hr9 yrs exp

Abby

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi parents and families, I'm Abby! I am currently a senior at URI studying psychology and human development & family sciences. I have previous experience babysitting and nannying in my hometown in CT as well as for a few families in RI. When I'm home, I work as a preschool teacher for ages three months to 5 years old. Last, I...
Abby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abby is great with our children. She's patient and calm when emotions flare and genuinely enjoys playing with them. Dependable and willing to work extra when able. We're happy to have found her!"

Rebecca N.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Christina! I have 7 years of experience from starting babysitting at the age of 12. I have 8 months of experience in an early learning center and have been teacher assistant certified since October 2022. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am CPR/ First aid certified and I love...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is very responsible and is very reliable and overall a great babysitter."

Tina Z.

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Shannon C.


Newport, RI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Child Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Shannon and I am 38 years old. I have more than 20 years of experience in child care and 2 years of college studying Early Childhood Education. I have experience in twins and watching multiple children at once. I did help my sister raise her 4 children until they got old enough to were they no longer needed...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Isabelle R.


Newport, RI

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter And Ballerina Creative And Fun!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Isabelle. I am an experienced nanny that aims to create a balance of creative and encouraging environments for children of all ages. I am 23 years old. I have lived in Newport for the past 3 years and grew up on Cape Cod MA. I've cared for children age 1mo-12yr and enjoy getting to know young people at every stage of...
Isabelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Isabelle is a fantastic babysitter! She communicates well, takes time to learn our rules and parenting style, keeps safety and well-being in mind, and always takes initiative. Our kids love her, and we wish she could stay with us longer!"

Jason G.

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Joselia F.


Newport, RI

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Josie, I m live in Newport I have experience cleaning house, senior care, preparing food, shopping, excellent driving record. available 24/7 days a week, I can sleep. to live.
Joselia can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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Leilani B.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Various Kinds Of Care Giving, Temporary, Part Time, Etc.

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I have 40+ years childcare experience. I've been hired by 40+ families on this site. I have excellent references. I've been called Mary Poppins because of the bags of activities I bring with me. The season is here for weddings, book early. I'm fully vaccinated for covid + boosters. I do date nights/temporary care while you're...
Leilani can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Leilani sat for our 18 month old two nights while we were in town for a wedding. She was fantastic, and clearly a pro - we felt so comfortable leaving our son in her hands. She was always on time, brought toys, gave dinner and handled bedtime. She was also very...

Keara M.

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Lauren C.


Newport, RI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up with two sisters, so I have always been playing and running around with all of our activities. I was always helping out my parents by watching my younger sister and helping clean up around the house as well as help with meals. I have babysat the same family of two kids for four years until they outgrew a babysitter. I...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"We hired Lauren for the school year to care for our active boys. Little did we know what a wonder she is at keeping them engaged and happy! We could not be happier with Lauren, who has become a part of the family, even caring lovingly for our crazy puppy!"

Jean P.

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Brenna H.


Newport, RI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/ RN Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brenna and I love working with children and older adults. I am a registered nurse in RI. I have in the past taken care of children ages 3 months to 12 years old in the home and a variety of ages in the field. I am CPR/BLS certified, and have my own transportation. I am willing to drive up to 15 miles. I look...
Brenna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Brenna was very quick to respond and flexible with her schedule. She was able to come over with a days notice. She was 5 minutes early and very sweet. When we left for a night out, our son started crying and Brenna kept me updated that he was over crying within 30...

Katherine V.

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Bria C.


Newport, RI

$8-13/hr4 yrs exp

Future Vet Tech

Hi! My name is bria and I've grown up with animals! I've always been a crazy animal lover! I've done pet sitting for many animals and their families. I have cared for dogs, cats, hamsters, ferrets, bunnies and even fish! I wish I could do boarding at my house but I already have two cats and a ferret. I am very loving and will...
Bria can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
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Caitlin K.


Newport, RI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of caregiving experience within homes. I can help with bathing/personal hygiene, dressing, transferring from bed to chair, meal prep, light house keeping, transportation and medication management. I have worked with people who stuffer from Alzheimer's, limited mobility, and post hospitalization.
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, personal care, dementia & more
5.0
"Caitlin is nice to have around and very helpful. She is pleasant, timely, and capable. Happy to recommend her based on the help that she gave my Mom this summer. Would absolutely have her help us again."

William S.

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Megan B.


Newport, RI

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 33 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for about 15 years. I have excellent references, and currently work in childhood nutrition full-time as well. BCI & immunization records available on request. First Aid/CPR Certified, seasonal flu & COVID 19 vaccinated
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My girls had a blast with Megan! She sent updates about them while my husband and I were at dinner so we didn't have to worry how things were going!"

Kate S.

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Joanna O.


Middletown, RI

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an active retired woman in excellent health. My home town is Newport. I have 4 grown children and three grandchildren and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have always loved babies and children and enjoy the energy and joy they bring to our lives. I enjoy introducing children to the outdoors,...
Joanna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Joanna watched my ten year old during a virtual school day while I had various appointments. She was amazing with my daughter and my daughter enjoyed her company. I would definitely use Joanna again in the future."

Ryce H.

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Lindsey L.


North Kingstown, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitting Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from College in May of 2018, and am currently full-time employed. I have experience working in a day care for two years, ages six weeks to 6 years old. I also have been babysitting for about 10 years. Lastly, I do have my own transportation.
Lindsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lindsey has cared for my four children - four boys - over the years and has been an exemplary babysitter. She is very responsible and dependable, very open in terms of communications, completely trustworthy, organized and efficient. And on top of that she is...

Megan B.

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Kimberly C.


North Kingstown, RI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Empathetic Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I recently moved to South Berwick for work, and I am looking for part-time babysitting jobs. A little about me: I have two younger sisters who I started babysitting when I was 12, and I have been consistently babysitting since then. During college, I also interned in early intervention (working with children under...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kim was great with our kids during our initial meet and greet. She was friendly and our kids immediately gravitated toward her. We hired her for a weekend date night (our first official sitter since having kids!)."

Amy C.

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Madison T.


Newport, RI

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a New England nanny and babysitter! I currently reside in Newport while completing my graduate degree at Salve Regina. I have two family's in Stonington Borough, CT, one of 4 children and one of 2, who I have been with for 4 and 8 years nannying on and off. They have both moved temporarily to warmer places for the next year...
5.0
"Maddie is AWESOME. We hired her for a full time nanny role in our home, 5 days a week to look after our 2 year old son. HE LOVES HER. She's fantastic with kids, reliable, and has a great/warm personality. She's always on time, she's neat, helpful, and most...

Katie K.

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Bria C.


Newport, RI

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, Im Bria! I'm a fun, active, and creative 21-year-old woman. I've been taking care of kids my whole life. I've always been told I have strong maternal instincts. I've helped with newborns all the way to 12-year-olds. I've grown up around water and helped to teach my sister how to swim. I did receive CPR and first aid training...
Bria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Bria is awesome whenever she is caring for my two boys (ages 2 and 4) and when we had our dog. She is always engaging and present the boys. I've never had to worry if she was distracted or constantly on her phone. I would hire her full time if I lived closer."

Jessica C.

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Raquel P.


North Kingstown, RI

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creater

I'd describe my personality as calm, fun, creative, organized, funny and proactive! I like working with kids because they bring me happiness. I love watching them grow and achieve their milestones. I am a mom of a smart 5 years old girl and an energetic 7 yo boy. We love all animals. I started working with kids when I was...
Raquel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Raquel has babysat my two daughters multiple times now and they love when she’s here. She keeps them both engaged through play, yoga and music. She is even able to put my difficult 3 year old to bed while we are out. I would recommend Raquel for your childcare...

Care member

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Ashley W.


Narragansett, RI

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Ashley ! I live in Narragansett RI for the school year and am 21 years old. I go to URI as a junior this year. I've had several babysitting jobs in the past few years (about 4 years of experience) and love to help out around the house. I can cook, clean, and do laundry. I have my own car for transportation and a...
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My 3-year-old daughter absolutely loves Miss Ashley. I work primarily from home and am often amazed at how loud the laughter gets. Ashley is more than willing to play make believe and follow M's lead on what activities she wants to do, while still providing...

Meg G.

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Annelise G.


Kingston, RI

$40/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is annelise! I am turning 19 years old in August and CPR certified. I attend school at the University of Rhode Island studying communications. I have a lot of little cousins who I always take care of while I also have been babysitting neighbors and family friends kids for years. I can care for a child of any age and...
Annelise can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Annelise is the best ! Our son loves playing with her and trusts her throughout the day. She is reliable and very trustworthy. She is great."

Maura B.

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Phyllis C.


North Kingstown, RI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time RN For Private Duty Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My passion is the senior population. I have been working with seniors for over 30 year. I am an RN. I am dementia certified. I love to cook, and clean. I especially love listen to stories from the seniors. I am willing to take them to outings. Salary dependent upon needs. Reference upon request.
Phyllis can also help with: Visiting nurse, respite care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, personal care & more
5.0
"Phyllis helped me with my husband when he needed 24 hour care and was at home. It was unfortunately a short period of time before he passed but Phyllis was a positive but realistic capable partner and support at the neediest time in my life. You are fortunate if...

Lisa S.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Jamestown, RI

Abby Q.

5.0

Abby is great with our children. She's patient and calm when emotions flare and genuinely enjoys playing with them. Dependable and willing to work extra when able. We're happy to have found her!

- Rebecca N.

Christina P.

5.0

Christina is responsible and really great with our kids (3 and 4yo). She's always ready to play with lots of ideas for fun activities, and is also great about avoiding screen time and enforcing rules.

- Care member

Isabelle R.

5.0

We loved Isabelle and so did our kids. My girls loved her braiding their hair and drawing. She was caring and my kids so looked forward to seeing her. We will miss her.

- Jami M.

Leilani B.

5.0

Leilani has been a regular sitter for our 9yo twin boys this past year for weeknight and weekend date nights. She's dependable, easy-going and flexible, and trustworthy. We've really appreciated her help immensely, our boys have enjoyed their time with her, and we would hire her again.

- Amy H.

Lauren C.

5.0

We hired Lauren for the school year to care for our active boys. Little did we know what a wonder she is at keeping them engaged and happy! We could not be happier with Lauren, who has become a part of the family, even caring lovingly for our crazy puppy!

- Jean P.

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