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123 babysitters are listed in Newport, RI
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Newport, RI
5.0
(2)
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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, 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.
5.0
(3)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Brenna was a pleasure to work with. Professional, timely, and dependable are just a few words I can think of to describe her. I would highly recommend her."
Daniel R.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been studying in London for the last month at the LSE and I will be home in Rhode Island July 9 to August 28! During the school year I attend Boston College. I'm a responsible, patient, and kind babysitter. I have experience caring for children of all ages and I'm comfortable with meal prep, bedtime routines, and...
5.0
"We have a 6 year old and baby Maya is amazing with both of them! She has been babysitting them for date night/ ect for 6 months. We love her!!"
Blakely P.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello My name is Josie
I live in Newport
I have excellent references, and 16 years of experience. I have my own transport, I can provide cleaning supplies.
I am reliable, and very flexible
I do not smoke
I love Animals,
available for travel.
live-in
7 days a week
Cleaning for Rental 6 years experience
Summer House...
Joselia can also help with: Changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Josie is fantastic. My house was spotless and she is wonderful to work with. I am excited to be working with Josie."
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
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: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, personal care & 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.
Megan B.
Newport, RI
$25-33/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(32)
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meg has been babysitting our 4 month old son since he was four weeks old. We recently moved here from Texas, and don't have family or friends near by to babysit, so once we were ready for a date night we found Meg! After a quick call and meet and greet she made us...
Maddie C.
Madison T.
Newport, RI
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & 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.
Colleen F.
Newport, RI
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Colleen and I am 26 years old. I am new to the Newport area, but spent the last 2 years as a reliable, go to, date night sitter for 5+ families. I am looking for any type of babysitting jobs during the evenings or weekends.
I am the youngest of four children, and while I'm now 26 years old, I still...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Colleen was very professional. She showed up promptly and communicated well with us. She engaged our daughter in a fantastic way upon meeting her and they became fast friends!"
Victor S.
Lily D.
Newport, RI
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I come from a huge family of different ages. I love kids and always helped my mom around the house with groceries, cleaning, and food prep. I currently have 5 dogs so I am comfortable around any pets! I have experience working at YMCA summer camps and babysitting for family friends. I can help with whatever needed to make your...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lily is great! She’s kind, reliable, and my kids had a great time with her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
45 plus years of experience caring for children of all ages. I began babysitting at age 14 and then became a mother at age 22. I have worked as a Nanny, a Daycare Professional, a Substitute Teacher, and a School Bus Driver.
Five years ago, I became CAPPA certified as a Post Partum Doula and I am certified in infant and child...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have personally known Angela since our we were in a mom's playgroup together when our sons were babies. They are now in college. Angela has always had an amazing energy about her and a really loving way with babies, children and friends. I have been a douala /...
Lauren A.
Moira B.
Newport, RI
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
5+ years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. 2 summers working as EEC Teaching Assistant for infants and toddlers. Experience teaching young kids how to ice skate!
Moira can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was great with communication and arrived on time. Really helped us out for a weekend with our fussy baby in a hotel room. Would hire her again if we were not across the country. "
Care member
Bria C.
Newport, RI
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Annie and I am a Rhode Island native. I have over 10 years of experience caring for different families around the area. I enjoy many different activities including playing tennis, yoga, baking and arts n crafts. I can help out with chores around the house and errands that need to be run! Most importantly I love having...
Annie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Annie did a great job watching our two toddlers one day so far. She was punctual, professional, and fun! Looking forward to the next time."
Victoria L.
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
My name is Charlotte and I am a full time occupational therapist! I am available for pet sitting services for evenings or for vacations! I would love to help with furry friends and make you feel more comfortable if you have an overnight trip or a full week trip planned! I have experience with dogs and cats of all shapes and...
Charlotte can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We hired Charlotte when she was completing her degree at Hofstra. She was always so happy - even at the crack of dawn and my 3 kids loved her! Sad she isn't local anymore."
Melissa H.
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am looking to be a go-to babysitter for a family. I do have prior experience as a full-time nanny. I nannied for several years while receiving my master's degree. Now, post-graduate, I find myself missing working with kiddos. I work full-time and I am not looking to become a nanny. However, I always have weekends off and I am...
Lidiya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
I have spent the last 2 years as a nursing assistant at Boston Children's Hospital. Before that I worked in a nursing home and was an at home care companion for a lovely woman in her nineties. I spent a year as a personal assistant/nanny for a family in Manhattan. I also spent a year as a nanny for a wonderful family in San...
Meagan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Liv , and I am 20 years old.
I have been a nanny for 7 years , and this past summer I was a nanny for 5 families with kids under the age of 8. The past 2 school years I have been working as a toddler teacher , which has given me a lot of experience working with multiples, challenging behaviors and has really...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Newport, RI
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.
Brenna H.
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 seconds of us leaving which was...
- Katherine V.
Maya S.
5.0
We have a 6 year old and baby Maya is amazing with both of them! She has been babysitting them for date night/ ect for 6 months. We love her!!
- Blakely P.
Joselia F.
5.0
Josie has done an absolutely phenomenal job cleaning our home, and we could not be happier. We very highly recommend her.
- Steven A.
Caitlin K.
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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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Newport, RI:
How can I find a Newport babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Newport, RI 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 123 babysitters in Newport, RI on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.9. 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 Newport, RI?
The average rate for Newport, RI babysitters on Care.com is $18.46 per hour as of May 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 Newport, RI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Newport, RI 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 Newport, RI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Newport, RI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 57 reviews of the 123 listed babysitters.