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514 babysitters are listed in Providence, RI
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Providence, RI
Elisa P.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Elisa and I have been babysitting for about 6 years now. I am experienced with children of any age. I am able to care and working with kids with special requirements whether it's physical or mental. I go to school at Providence College and would love the chance to work with your kids if you think it would be...
Elisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Elisa was very helpful with watching my two children, ages 5 and 8, and created a safe space for all to have fun! She cooked dinner and got the kids to bed, which I appreciated, plus cleaned up after the kids and was very nice to come home to all the toys being put...
Dana S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I believe that everyone should be given the chance to reach their maximum potential one should always put a person before their disability regardless of the severity when working with people who have special needs you need to remember to set goals and have patience. it is important to remember persistence pays off, don't give up...
Alyna P.
Providence, RI
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone, My name is Alyna. I live in the federal hill area. I am a fresh graduate from Dominican college with a bachelors in Psychology with a minor in gender studies. I am bilingual, as well as CPR certified , I have my own car and have 5+ years of experience. I work very well with children who range from newborns to...
Alyna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alyna came to care for our 4-year old boy and newborn girl from August 2020 to January 2021. She is extremely engaging, smart, and empathetic. She helped our son make incredible strides in a short amount of time with reading, science, and math; she created art...
Jeff M.
Elise C.
Providence, RI
$22-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've always enjoyed working with children and have had several opportunities where I can care for them, introduce them to new interests, grow with them, and find the balance between safety, fun and proper supervision. I enjoy arts and crafts, baking and cooking, science experiments and trips to the playground. I love teaching...
Elise can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Elise is creative, thoughtful, and dependable. Best of all, she relates very well with all manner of people. She's delightful. Couldn't recommend her more highly. "
Paul M.
Elise C.
Providence, RI
$10-20/hr
5.0
(1)
I have pet sit for family and friends before and love taking dogs on walks and hikes. I have experience with walking, feeding, overnight sitting, bathing, and administering medicine.
Elise can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Taylor G.
Providence, RI
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I would love to help clean your home! I have 2 years paid experience and love to clean spaces. Currently I am an online student at GCU majoring in education. Personally I am often teased by friends and family as being a bit of a neat freak so I can assure your space will be spotless and healthy! I look forward to...
Taylor can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, window washing, organization & more
5.0
"Taylor worked extremely diligently. I had messaged her only a day before I needed my house cleaned as the previous caretaker had canceled and she replied swiftly.
She arrived perfectly on time, and was very dedicated, hard worker. Definitely my first choice for...
Scott N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Samantha. For as long as I can remember, I've loved animals and everything about them. In a span of 2 years, I've had many cats, birds, fish and dogs. I love horseback riding, and working with animals. I haven't met an animal yet who I didn't get along with. I'm normally a very quiet person, but interact well with...
Samantha can also help with: Pet walking, dog training, grooming, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"Samantha is doing a wonderful job helping me care for my 2 large Australian Shepard Dogs"
Debbie G.
Isabella D.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Isabella, I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 13 years of experience providing exceptional care to individuals of all ages. My passion for helping others led me to pursue a career in caregiving. I recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island.
My experience includes working with...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabella was a fantastic babysitter! Great communicator, very sweet, and good with kids. Highly recommend!"
Cate B.
Ella B.
Providence, RI
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am pretty type-a in my own home and as a homebody I do a lot of cooking and cleaning. I have strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. I am a quick learner and creative problem solver. I am looking to develop long lasting relationships with my clients. Vaccinated.
Ella can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
5.0
"Ella is excellent at communicating, punctual, and a fantastic chef! I would recommend her and hire her again 100%."
Gregory P.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced, cheerful, patient person who loves spending time with kids. I am a graduate of Providence College with a Masters in Literacy, with the hopes of being a Reading Specialist one day. I am currently teaching third grade at a public charter school in Cranston, Rhode Island. I am certified to teach first through...
Katelin can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We interviewed Katie for our position and she was so friendly and kind! She did an amazing job and clicked with our kids right away! We unfortunately were not able to hire her due to schedule conflicts but we can't praise her enough!"
Allie M.
Gabrielle C.
Providence, RI
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gabbie, and I am currently a Senior in college. I have 6 years of experience working with children and have done so in many different settings including as an overnight camp counselor, substitute teacher (preschool - high school), tutor, and babysitter. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation and would...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grabrielle was absolutely phenomenal with our baby boy. We were in town at an expo and she was able to meet us there, be fully flexible and so loving and patient with our little guy. By the third day our son was thoroughly enjoying her company. Gabrielle did a...
Aschly D.
Addison A.
Providence, RI
$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent University of South Carolina graduate who just relocated to Providence. I do have a full-time job, but love to babysit when I can!
Addison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Addison is great, she always prompt and was very good to my daughter and helped me with her after school."
Adrian S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a student at Brown University heading into my third year of school. I'm originally from Charlottesville, Virginia, but looking forward to spending this summer in Providence! I nannied for two wonderful families with kids ages 2-9yrs the last two summers and thoroughly enjoyed it. I am organized, patient, and a good listener,...
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Evelyn was a wonderful sitter for my two kids! She filled in for our nanny who was out on maternity leave for 6 weeks and was very flexible with her schedule. She is patient, creative, fun and dependable. I highly recommend her!"
Katherine K.
5.0
(5)
I have 6 years of experience working with young children. I worked at a summer camp/ after school program for 6 years then got promoted to a supervisor this past summer. I have been a nanny/babysitter for multiple families in the past and have enjoyed every second of it. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I am...
Kendyll can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with all ages of children!"
Christobol S.
Hailey S.
Providence, RI
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for families since I was 16 years old, and it has truly become a passion of mine. Throughout the years, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of families, each with their own unique needs and dynamics. This has allowed me to develop a versatile skill set and adapt quickly to different...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey provided great support for organization of playroom/office space as well as providing support for other housekeeping tasks. "
Zoila Q.
Monique T.
Providence, RI
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I just started babysitting for this nice family a week ago and I love it so far. I'm babysitting a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old. I am a certified nursing assistant and I've been doing that for almost seven years. I never knew how much I enjoyed being around kids until now. It's a great experience for sure and I want to continue...
Monique can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Monique was very attentive to the needs of my family, very prompt, always made sure that my granddaughters were happy and loved. As far as improvements I do not feel that she needs any improvements "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Traychel
I graduated from URI in 2016 with a degree in English, I'm currently a Graduate Student. I'm a Kindergarten Teacher at Achievement First, I love working with children all ages. I have 10 years experience babysitting children through family, coworkers, and friends throughout college. I have skills in...
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I've known Traychel all her life and she is great with children as she comes from a large family. I watch as she interacts with her nieces and nephew and she's amazing."
Stacy P.
Esmeralda D.
Providence, RI
$12-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey There, I love interacting and caring for children I have just about 5 years of experience with children (not including being the family babysitter:) , I am currently a Children's Registered Behavioral Technician, and also have 2 years for experience with children on the spectrum as well as disability .
I love pets outdoor...
Esmeralda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ended up working more hours then i had intended to , let her know last minute and she was very kind and understanding, came home to a spotless clean home."
Kathy V.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lucy. I will be 20 in June and will be entering my junior year of college in September. I am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. My summer break is longer than most college students. I am available from mid-May through the end of August. I am an experienced babysitter looking to supplement my...
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lucy has been my son's babysitter for the last few years. She is very mature and responsible but also has fun and entertains kids. She is also great with animals so that was a huge plus for me. I would highly recommend Lucy to anyone looking for a sitter. "
Care member
Elizabeth H.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a Physician Assistant student looking to do some occasional babysitting! I have 10+ years of experience.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth cared for our newborn daughter while we were visiting Providence for a wedding. We spoke with her about a month in advance over a video call. I also spoke with her references who spoke highly of her and I found were consistent with our experience working...
Amanda S.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Providence, RI
Elisa P.
5.0
Elisa was a great help to our family this summer. She kept my son and his friends entertained and active! Also, Elisa was prompt and reliable. Looking forward to having her help us again for upcoming school breaks! She's great with kids!
- Care member
Alyna P.
5.0
Alyna came to care for our 4-year old boy and newborn girl from August 2020 to January 2021. She is extremely engaging, smart, and empathetic. She helped our son make incredible strides in a short amount of time with reading, science, and math; she created art projects for the two of them to do...
- Jeff M.
Elise C.
5.0
Elise is creative, thoughtful, and dependable. Best of all, she relates very well with all manner of people. She's delightful. Couldn't recommend her more highly.
- Paul M.
Taylor G.
5.0
Taylor worked extremely diligently. I had messaged her only a day before I needed my house cleaned as the previous caretaker had canceled and she replied swiftly.
She arrived perfectly on time, and was very dedicated, hard worker. Definitely my first choice for any upcoming jobs.
- Scott N.
Samantha D.
5.0
Samantha is doing a wonderful job helping me care for my 2 large Australian Shepard Dogs
- Debbie G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Providence, RI:
How can I find a Providence babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Providence, 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 514 babysitters in Providence, 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 Providence, RI?
The average rate for Providence, RI babysitters on Care.com is $17.76 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 Providence, RI?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Providence, 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 Providence, RI babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Babysitters in Providence, RI are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 135 reviews of the 514 listed babysitters.