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60 babysitters are listed in Portsmouth, RI
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Portsmouth, RI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lauren and I am senior in the Elementary Education program at the University of Rhode Island, with a psychology minor and my middle level certificate, with a focus on the Science content area. This spring semester I am full time student teaching in a first grade classroom, and I will be certified in may. I am...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Leilani B.
Portsmouth, RI
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Various Kinds Of Care Giving, Temporary, Part Time, Etc.
5.0
(25)
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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.
Leilani B.
Portsmouth, RI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with many special needs kiddos. I worked for Newport County Special Education. Worked in various special needs classrooms. Don't hesitate to contact me with your needs and I'll discuss availability.
5.0
"Leilani was the best! Extremely professional and capable. Will hire her again in the future!!!"
Leslie H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience in childcare with a background in education and human services. My experience is with children 2 months to the teen-age years. I am able to provide excellent local references and I am currently looking for work on a part-time basis. I have a pretty flexible schedule. Please inquire with any questions,...
Leslie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leslie took great care of our home and 2 little dogs while we were away on vacation. We would highly recommend Leslie to care for your pets. We also look forward to hiring her sevices in the future too."
Paul C.
I am new to Rhode Island and a full time student at Roger Williams University. I have a younger brother and many little cousins in my family that I have been watching and taking care of since I was 15, as well as family friends kids and neighbors kids. I've babysat children from 3 months old to 10 years old and in between. I am...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Full Time Caregiver Or Part Time Babysitter As Needed
Hadley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Aislinn S.
Portsmouth, RI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Aislinn, I am 19 years old and currently studying Mechanical Engineering at Northeastern university. I am looking for a babysitting job when I am home for the summer. I have experience caring for preschool to middle school aged children!
I started working with kids when I was in the sixth grade as a mother's...
Aislinn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Emily and I am currently a sophomore at URI double majoring in Elementary Education and Human Development! I am the oldest child of three and have a lot of experience babysitting! Currently, I am working at an Early Child Care Center as a floater, which means I work in all different classrooms! My dream is to be...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Mary C.
Portsmouth, RI
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Mary! I am currently a student at Quinnipiac University studying pediatric occupational therapy! Previously, I worked in the daycare center at the YMCA for 3 years watching children of all ages. I was also a preschool teacher for one summer, and I have been babysitting/nannying for as long as I can remember! I...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashley C.
Portsmouth, RI
$20-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My names Ashley and I'm from Portsmouth RI. I'm currently attending URI for Elementary Education! I have had many years of experience working with kids. My mom has a home daycare I've always helped out in and have been babysitting since I was 13. I also have taken four years of child development and have gone through teacher...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
I'm looking to help out with babysitting now that I have some more free time available! I love children and have an associate's degree in early childhood education. I started babysitting at age 11 after taking a babysitting course at Hospital, and over the years I've gained experience volunteering with various youth...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello!
My name is Anja. I am 22 years old, and I am graduating from the University of Rhode Island in May 2023 with a 4. 0 GPA. I plan to go to law school in September 2024. I have a lot of experience babysitting and nannying with all different ages. I have a very flexible schedule, and I am willing to work as many hours as...
Maddie H.
Portsmouth, RI
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddie, I am 21 years old and fully vaccinated. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I am a senior at Roger Williams studying elementary education and psychology. I am currently a substitute teacher as well. I have lots of experience both babysitting and nannying kids of all ages.
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Lily, and I am a sophomore at the University of Rhode Island. I am 20 years old with lots of experience and I am looking for one-time babysitting jobs. I am in school to become an elementary teacher, so you could say I love kids! Message me if you are interested, and I look forward to chatting with you.
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jami, I am a senior at Roger Williams University. I have been babysitting since I was 13, and children really have my heart. When I'm with babysitting, I like to keep kids active and happy, while staying safe. I make sure to help out wherever I can, such as with meal prep, tidying up around the house, homework,...
Jami can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, My name is Emma! I have been babysitting/ nannying since I was 14 years old! I have always loved kids and loved learning different ways kids take in the world. I have worked with so many different children over my 8 years of child care and each experience has been so unique and every single one of them has taught me a lot! I...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello Parents, My name is Lee. I have 30 yrs plus experience providing day care for every age group. I am energetic, caring & nurturing and provide age appropriate play and socialization. Library Story Times, play groups and Crafts. I am CPR Certified and have first aid knowledge. I am Covid Vaccinated.
My life's passion has...
I am a Newport Program certified individual with experience caring for young children. I love to organize games, crafts and leisure activities while maintaining a clean environment. I am comfortable providing meals and snacks for the children.
I have my own transportation and have a flexible schedule.
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashley C.
Portsmouth, RI
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ashley and I'm from Portsmouth RI. I love animals and have nine pets of my own. If you think I'd be a good fit I'd love to chat!
Ashley can also help with: Pet sitting
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am moving from East Greenwich to Portsmouth mid August and due to having to take my two girls out of daycare with the relocation, I am looking to add another child to the bunch to watch in home. My girls are 5 months & 2 years old and I would love to have them be able to interact with other children while I watch them from...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, RI
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.
Leilani B.
5.0
We hired her to take care of our son while we went out on a date night. She was on time and handled everything well. Definitely hire her again!
- Robin D.
Leslie G.
5.0
Leslie took great care of our home and 2 little dogs while we were away on vacation. We would highly recommend Leslie to care for your pets. We also look forward to hiring her sevices in the future too.
- Paul C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Portsmouth, RI:
How can I find a Portsmouth babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Portsmouth, 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 35 babysitters in Portsmouth, RI on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Portsmouth, RI?
The average rate for Portsmouth, RI babysitters on Care.com is $17.23 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 Portsmouth, RI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, RI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Portsmouth, RI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.