Find child care providers in Portsmouth, RI that you’ll love

47 child care providers are listed in Portsmouth, RI

The average rate is $18/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 6 years

Child care providers in Portsmouth, RI

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Leilani B.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-23/hr10 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

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...

Amy H.

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Taylor C.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Unique, Fun Sitter

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Taylor! I live in Portsmouth, RI. I've been babysitting for 10 years. I previously babysat longterm for a family with 5 children, aged infant to 13. I'm willing to help with cooking, cleaning, bathing, errands, etc. I have experience caring for those with special needs (my sister). I have taken a babysitting...
Taylor can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Taylor watched my 9 month old daughter and 4 year old nephew while we were in town for a wedding and hope to use her again in the future! She was punctual and caring with our kids. We were running late to our event so things were a little hectic on our end but she...

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Tess M.


Portsmouth, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tess and I am 31 years old. I have been taking care of children of all ages for over 15 years. I am a very responsible, mature, reliable, and friendly nanny. I am motivated to help children become happy, healthy and loved. I supply loving care while making sure to meet educational goals for each child. With every job...
Tess can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
Tess was a joy to work with. She is punctual, reliable and attentive with my child 2 little ones. I will use her over and over again! THE KIDS LOVE HER!!

William C.

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Melissa L.


Portsmouth, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, Creative Babysitter!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Melissa, I am 25 years old and have PLENTY of experience caring for children! My passion with working with children Started off as a young helper in my churches nursery. Having many neices and nephews I would babysit and look after all the time. I have 10 PLUS years of experience. I can help with Light...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Melissa did an awesome job caring Emmer! We’re new to Care.com, but with sitters like her around we’re sure to use this service again. She was so engaging with Emmer and communicated frequently with us.

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Lauren C.


Portsmouth, RI

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

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: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kim R.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kim! I am from Newport RI and I'm a Kindergarten Teacher at local private day school. I graduated from Roger Williams University with a degree in Elementary Education and am currently working toward my masters degree. I have worked with children ranging in all ages and abilities working in various classrooms, daycares...
Kim can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Kim is the best! She was able to watch my 11 month old son at the last minute when my previous nanny couldn't make it. She arrived early and was an absolute pleasure! Personable, friendly, went above and beyond and my son adored her! She cleaned up, did the dishes...

Jessica S.

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Anja B.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Child care

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...
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Lee F.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-50/hr20 yrs exp

Responsible, Fun-loving Care Provider

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...
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Sophie D.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Caring Childcare Provider

My name is Sophie and I am a 20 year college student entering into my junior year at the university of Rhode Island. I am an elementary education major who works part time at a childcare/preschool in Wakefield, RI while taking classes full time during the school year. I love working with kids and they love me too! I am looking...
Sophie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Erin P.


Portsmouth, RI

$29/hr5 yrs exp

Spunky, reliable, fun-loving Nanny who loves the great outdoors

My name is Erin, just a few things about me... I am a transplant from Upstate New York and currently living in Newport RI. I have many years of child care experience that first began when I became Nanny for newborn premature triplets in Colorado. As you can imagine caring for triplets is challenging enough, but preemies...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily C.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

More About Me! :)

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, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kristen T.


Portsmouth, RI

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Dependable Childcare Provider

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.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nicole F.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Energetic, Experienced Caregiver

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: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Isabelle P.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic , Fun And Experience Sitter From Portsmouth, Rhode Island!

Hi! My names Isabelle I'm 21 years old and from Portsmouth, RI. I am going into my senior year at URI where I'm studying Sports Media. I've been nannying for 7 years now and I have multiple references upon request. I'm currently looking for date night and occasional daytime nannying jobs. I am currently interning with a WNBA...
Isabelle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Gillian B.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-24/hr4 yrs exp

Love Kids Of All Ages And All Types Of Pets!

Hi! I am 18 years old. I will be graduating highschool in June 2023 and attending community college. I am a dog grooming assistant working with dogs from super anxious to super exited! I bathe, cut nails, clean eyes, clean ears, and brush pets. I love kids and have been caring for younger family since I was about 12 years old....
Gillian can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Bridget O.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Childcare

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: Carpooling
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Alexis G.


Portsmouth, RI

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I am currently a junior in college and have a little over 2 years of experience babysitting! I am looking for date night type opportunities while I am still in school.

Child care centers in Portsmouth, RI

Home and Learning

Home and Learning

Portsmouth, Portsmouth, RI

Starting at $350/wk

Hello! My name is Caitlin and I am a certified teacher with 8 years of classroom experience. Once I became a mom to 3, we decided it was best for our family to put my teaching career on hold to stay home with our children. My husband is active duty military, so we have blessed with living in many...

Countryside Children's Center

1676 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI

Costimate: $350/wk

Countryside Children's Center, located in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, offers state-licensed educational day care programs geared towards preschool and school-age children. The company is fully accredited by the NAEYC to provide its services to kids, between the ages of 1 to 12 years old. Countryside...

Island Day School

13 Bristol Ferry Rd, Portsmouth, RI

Costimate: $350/wk

The Island Day School is an educational childcare facility located at 13 Bristol Ferry Road, Portsmouth, Rhode Island. It offers a safe, clean, healthy and nurturing environment where children can be themselves, playing, learning and having fun. This childcare facility can accommodate 82 children...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers 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.

Taylor C.

5.0

Taylor watched my 9 month old daughter and 4 year old nephew while we were in town for a wedding and hope to use her again in the future! She was punctual and caring with our kids. We were running late to our event so things were a little hectic on our end but she confidently jumped right in and...

- Care member

Tess M.

5.0

Tess was a joy to work with. She is punctual, reliable and attentive with my child 2 little ones. I will use her over and over again! THE KIDS LOVE HER!!

- William C.

Melissa L.

5.0

Melissa did an awesome job caring Emmer! We’re new to Care.com, but with sitters like her around we’re sure to use this service again. She was so engaging with Emmer and communicated frequently with us.

- Care member

Kim R.

5.0

Kim is the best! She was able to watch my 11 month old son at the last minute when my previous nanny couldn't make it. She arrived early and was an absolute pleasure! Personable, friendly, went above and beyond and my son adored her! She cleaned up, did the dishes and more. 10/10 would hire her...

- Jessica S.

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Child Care Providers in Portsmouth, RI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 47 listed child care providers.