Find babysitters in Knoxville, TN that you’ll love

699 babysitters are listed in Knoxville, TN

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Knoxville, TN

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Jacqueline D.


Knoxville, TN

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I just graduated from the University of Tennessee in December. I will be living in Knoxville in the spring and I am looking for a nannying position ~3 days per week or ~20 hours weekly. I have many years of babysitting experience and I have trustworthy references I can provide you with. I have experience sitting for children...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Jackie is an amazing babysitter and helper around the house! She is great with our kids (ages newborn to 6 yrs old), trustworthy and good with communication. She helped with household chores (putting away kids laundry, emptying and filling the dishwasher, prepping...

Amanda H.

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Tia N.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Activities And Great Times

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tia and I am from Rantoul, Illinois. However, I have worked at multiple summer camps as a camp counselor. I have planned and executed many activities for children of all ages. I am in law school currently and have many years of babysitting experience!
Tia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Tia was wonderful to work with! We had a house full of kids ranging in age from 1 to 10 for the holidays. Tia arrived on time, kept the kids entertained and put them to bed. She was kind and generous and we would definitely hire her again.

Erika C.

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Mcculley M.


Knoxville, TN

$14-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a babysitter and nanny as well as an infant daycare teacher. I recently graduated from the University of Tennessee with my bachelors in Child and Family Studies, and I am now in Graduate school to obtain my teacher licensure for grades preK-3. I am currently a full time intern as a kindergarten teacher. I...
Mcculley can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
We love Mcculley and have appreciated her so much over the last year. She had watched our boys as a nanny (full time position) and then again for PRN babysitting jobs. We trust her and would highly recommend her!

Brooke B.

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Emylee C.


Knoxville, TN

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Emylee . I am 20yr old student in nursing at the University of West Florida, I just moved up here looking for a babysitting position while I continue school! I currently hold my CPR certification and patient care certification. A bit about me as a person I am very loving, caring, hyper, and outgoing. I was...
Emylee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Recent review:

5.0
Emylee is a sweet natured, caring and positive caregiver. She brings joy to our home and my children love her! Working from home, I wanted someone who could entertain and care for my children and Emylee is always giving them attention and playing with them. We're...

Richard T.

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Kendra N.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Young Adult/ Neonatal Nurse Open Availability.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as loving, positive, and spunky. I like working with kids because I have a passion for caring. I started working with kids when I was 12 years old (newborn to teen, 1-7 children). I remember buying the babysitter book from target! Neonatal ICU @ETCH, UPMC Children's Hospital Graduate, Arizona State...
Kendra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Kendra has had young family members and pets her whole life that have depended on her for care. She loves the responsibility of the job and the interaction she gets out of it. She does not shy away from being active and will always be ready stay engaged.

Brooke N.

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Candice F.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Teacher

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I started teaching children at church when I was 16 years old. I was a pre-school teacher for 2 years, and a babysitter for 1. I worked with infants for 1 1/2 years. I had custody of my niece for a year as well. I adore children and I love to teach and help with school work. I know every child is different, and they all have...
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
The best info I can give about Candice is that both of my kids (1yr and 5yr) love her, which is really hard to find for us! Other caregivers would click with one kid or the other, but she clicked with both. I hired her as a regular nanny 3 days a week for a long...

Mollie S.

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Madison R.


Knoxville, TN

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I Am A Graduate Student Seeking A Nannying Job. I Have 9 Years Of Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as funny, nurturing, and motivated. I am very comfortable with babysitting, dog sitting, and house keeping and have ample experience in all 3 areas. One thing you should know about me is the fact that I am in graduate school and am often spread very thin. However, as long as I have a consistent...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Madison has worked for us for 6 months. She has always done exactly what is asked, is insanely helpful and we would not have survived without her. She helps with childcare, laundry, dishes, and general clean/pick up of common areas. She gets our 2 kids (2 and 4)...

Missy W.

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Ansley T.


Knoxville, TN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ansley, I am currently enrolled in the Masters in Occupational Therapy program! I have been caregiving for families with children with disabilities for about 5 years now and have many more years of experience babysitting, working as a camp counselor, and teaching swim lessons. I would love to help your family with...
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Hannah S.


Knoxville, TN

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Joy Bearer

Hi my name is Hannah. I am a recent graduate from Mississippi College, where I graduated with a Bachelors in Biology with a 4. 0 GPA. This shows that I am willing to work hard. Also, spending time with children makes my heart joyful. I like to see them grow and learn new things. My experience with children includes working as a...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Hannah is a gentle soul that loves children! Both my 3 year old and 1 year old have loved any time she has come to take care of them. Hannah is responsible and very reliable in taking care of kids and connecting with them.

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Kaitlyn M.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Kaitlyn and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting regularly since I was 14 years old and am the oldest of 3 girls. I am CPR and first aid certified and have my card to show. I have even worked in day cares in the past. I have many references and I am also a mother to my 15-month-old son, Lucas!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Margaret W.


Knoxville, TN

$11-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Adjustable Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Margaret, I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have a lot of experience with children, and I am looking for a part time job during my fall semester at UT. On top of 7 years of babysitting experience, I also worked in the YMCA child watch for a little over two years, and volunteered in my local...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Margret (who goes by Graysen) is a dream sitter for any family. She worked with us all of last year with our 1yo (with physical disability), 6 and 9 year olds. She was always on time, never once called out, and cared for our children like her own! She made sure the...

Paige C.

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Hadley P.


Knoxville, TN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
Hadley can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Hadley is wonderful, trustworthy, kind, and great with my baby. She is punctual, very caring, warm, and I highly recommend her! She's truly a gem!

Andrew F.

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Alayna H.


Knoxville, TN

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm passionate about providing quality care for children tailored to each parents needs. I grew up caring for my young cousins and have experience babysitting a variety of types of children. I work an office job where I frequently interact with individuals with intellectual disabilities which has taught me patience and...
Alayna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
We LOVE Alayna H!❤️ We’re so grateful we found her here on Care.com! It’s a long list, but Alayna is so: nice, happy, loving, genuine, understanding, great communication, playful, responsible and punctual. Alayna is very helpful and willing to help out whenever she...

Sara B.

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Sarah E.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have grown up in a large family and I am very passionate about caring for others. My love of children started when we adopted my little sister when I was 6 years old. From then on I went with my older sister when she would babysit and helped wherever I could. I have cared for children of all ages and numbers, ranging from...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

4.0
Sarah has cared for our 3 children on more than one occasion. She is always on time. One time she made macaroons with them and they still talk about how much fun they had. I would recommend and hire her again.

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Lauren R.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 16 and love kids! I have been married for 6 years and have 3 kids under 5. I am not currently certified but have taken CPR and first aid courses.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Absolutely great sitter! Really couldn't ask for more. My daughter warmed up to her so fast, and that is not an easy thing to do! If you want someone you can trust then look no further!

Douglas R.

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Alexis C.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I've been working in child care since the beginning of 2018! I've worked in 2 different settings, one in a normal setting and another with special needs children also mixed in with peers! My mother had 10 children, so I've grown up around a lot of family my whole life. I was an aunt before I was even born, so I've always loved...
Alexis can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Alexis is sweet and very good with children. She is prompt and working with her is a pleasure. Kids like her.

Teresa H.

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Isabelle M.


Knoxville, TN

$10-16/hr

Your Kids Are My Priority!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Isabelle and I am 20 years old studying microbiology for the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. I am a hard-working student who loves to care for others and give a helping hand. I love all pets so that would never be an issue. I can also care for children with specific needs. I have a ton of availability...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emilee C.


Knoxville, TN

$17-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hi Friends :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

l am writing to express my genuine interest in the nanny position. With a passion for fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children, I bring a strong background in childcare and a commitment to supporting both the emotional and developmental needs of young minds. I am confident in my ability to contribute positively to...
Emilee can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Deborah M.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I Have A Flexible Schedule And Can Start Anytime!

I'd describe my personality as caring, fun, and ambitious. I like working with kids because it's amazing to me to watch someone grow into who they are. I love being such a positive influence in a child's life. I started working with kids when I was probably 12 years old and once I turned 18 I got a job at a daycare which I...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
I know that Lenny is extremely tactful with time as far as meals and nap times. She is great with kids and always has been. I've known her for over 10 years and she's an overall genuine person and great caretaker. She makes sure that kids are happy and well taken...

Kelsey C.

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Carly C.


Knoxville, TN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Reading And Writing Tutor Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Carly! I just completed my PhD in School Psychology. I love working with kids and want to help your child succeed in school. I'm happy to help with homework or to help work on any skills your child may need more practice with. My goals are to making learning fun and to help keep parents informed of how their child is...

Recent review:

5.0
She is very intelligent. Has a great personality. She is a great tutor. She is always on time. A great communicator. Is very trustworthy. My son and I liked Carly instantly at the interview. She understood the first tutor lesson where my son was having issues at....

Pauline H.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Knoxville, TN

Jacqueline D.

5.0

Jackie is an amazing babysitter and helper around the house! She is great with our kids (ages newborn to 6 yrs old), trustworthy and good with communication. She helped with household chores (putting away kids laundry, emptying and filling the dishwasher, prepping snacks and lunches) and quickly...

- Amanda H.

Tia N.

5.0

Tia was wonderful to work with! We had a house full of kids ranging in age from 1 to 10 for the holidays. Tia arrived on time, kept the kids entertained and put them to bed. She was kind and generous and we would definitely hire her again.

- Erika C.

Mcculley M.

5.0

We love Mcculley and have appreciated her so much over the last year. She had watched our boys as a nanny (full time position) and then again for PRN babysitting jobs. We trust her and would highly recommend her!

- Brooke B.

Emylee C.

5.0

Emylee is a sweet natured, caring and positive caregiver. She brings joy to our home and my children love her! Working from home, I wanted someone who could entertain and care for my children and Emylee is always giving them attention and playing with them. We're so grateful to have found Em :)

- Richard T.

Kendra N.

5.0

Kendra has had young family members and pets her whole life that have depended on her for care. She loves the responsibility of the job and the interaction she gets out of it. She does not shy away from being active and will always be ready stay engaged.

- Brooke N.

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Babysitters in Knoxville, TN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 248 reviews of the 699 listed babysitters.