Find In-Home Babysitters in Portsmouth, RI
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked in-home babysitters in Portsmouth, RI and hire the best fit for your family.
How it works
Share details about your in-home babysitter needs
Match with highly rated local in-home babysitters near you
Compare in-home babysitter options and choose the best fit
In-home babysitters in Portsmouth, RI
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am an active retired woman in excellent health. My home town is Newport. I have 4 grown children and three grandchildren and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have always loved babies and children and enjoy the energy and joy they bring to our lives. I enjoy introducing children to the outdoors,...
Joanna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joanna watched my ten year old during a virtual school day while I had various appointments. She was amazing with my daughter and my daughter enjoyed her company. I would definitely use Joanna again in the future."
Ryce H.
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.
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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...
Katherine V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of three girls, so I have been babysitting for my two younger sisters since I was 13 years old. In addition, every summer between the ages of 13 and 17 I babysat for an only child in Little Compton, RI. During high school I also babysat during the school year for my neighbors, who have two boys. My...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah was great with my twin toddlers. She was very communicative, responsive to my messages, and helpful in the type of care that I needed. My twins absolutely loved hanging out at Sarah's house and was sad to leave."
Mikayla W.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Olivia and I am 24 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 8 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I just graduated Pre-Med in May. I want to become a pediatric surgeon. I love watching...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Olivia watched my daughter all summer, and was an amazing help to our family! My daughter looked forward to spending the day with Olivia, they always did something fun! Olivia is dependable, timely, kind, and patient. We will definitely be working with her again in...
Alexandra H.
Madeline L.
Bristol, RI
$15-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Maddy and I am a senior finance major at Catholic University. I am outgoing, patient, and reliable. I have a lot of experience babysitting kids from a wide age range, as I come from a very big family. When I come home from school I watch my younger cousin T who is 4 years old. We have so much fun together playing...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My experience with babysitting naturally started when my mother had my two younger sisters. My younger sisters and I have grown up in Orange County and we grew up playing outdoors and have spent countless hours keeping ourselves entertained. Along the way I've learned many crafty ideas, and try to keep the TV off as long as...
Antoinette can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
My name is Michaela S. and I'm 22 years old. I'm graduating from Middlebury College at the end of May and will be starting at an investment management firm in July. I'm looking for a babysitting/nanny position for June while I'm home. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and have lots of experience!
Hi! My name is Hope. I just started my freshman year at Tulane University in New Orleans where I sail on their varsity sailing team. I graduated from St. George's School in Middletown where I was a Day Student Prefect, Head of the Mentor Program, Managing editor for the school newspaper, and a four year member of their Varsity...
Hi! I'm Eloise, from Newport, Rhode Island. I am at first year college student studying Political Science and Communications and have over 7 years of babysitting experience! Most recently, I worked with two little girls last summer and it was such a rewarding experience. I love to hike, get outside, do arts and crafts and stay...
Eloise can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauryn B.
Middletown, RI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lauryn! I am a young, working professional working remotely from my home in Middletown, RI. I am currently looking for weeknight and weekend care opportunities. I also am available to do early morning, as my job does not start until 9 a.m. :) I am an aunt to my beautiful niece and nephews and have been...
Lauryn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Amelia A.
Westport, MA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi
My name is Amelia!
I just started college this past fall and I'm looking for a fun, rewarding way to make some extra money while I'm home for the summer. I've worked as a babysitter on and off for about three years, with two summers of full-time nannying. I have worked with kids of all ages both within babysitting and as a...
Amelia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have experience babysitting up to 3 kids at a time as well as experience with working with kids ages 6-12 through 3 years of being a summer camp counselor. I have an associates degree in theater and I have my CNA license. Currently, I work as a CNA in a nursing home. I love animals too so if you need a some help with the...
Maguire can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Maggie has cared for my 3 kids (ages 6, 4, 2) on many occasions and my kids love her. She’s also good with our two dogs (one of which is kind of crazy haha). I’d recommend her to anyone and have referred her to some of my neighbors. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am an energetic creative who loves spending time with kids. I have experience watching kids from toddlers to older children. I have done at home care for kids as well as volunteer work both in the nursery and classroom at my local church. Also very helpful with any at home needs like trash, dishes, laundry, vacuuming, cleaning...
Madison can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
5.0
"She is so great with the kids! She plays with them, has a wonderful personality, and they look forward to her coming- literally like bye mom!
She is the only person besides family that I have trusted with the (twins 4y/o) and I am so glad she has entered our...
Samantha M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced and dedicated babysitter with a passion for ensuring children's safety, happiness, and overall well-being. I have worked with kids in various settings and honed my skills in creating a nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive. I am excited to be home from school for the summer and...
Lizbeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lizbeth has been an amazing help, my daughters love her. She’s very dependable, organized, respectful and always on time. She always has fun activities for the kids to do. If I could take her with me to FL I would. Lol. I 💯 recommend her to any family looking for...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Emma! I am a 24-year-old elementary music teacher in the St. Louis area who is currently interested in finding a childcare job for the summer. If you want your kids to have a fun, active, and engaging month, then I am your girl! I have been fully vaccinated and am willing to take any covid precautions that you...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Emma was super caring professional and reliable. She’s incredibly great at her job and I would hire her again in a heartbeat"
Care member
Betty Jo J.
Cranston, RI
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a son that just turned five and a 20-month-old daughter. They're very sweet kids that have taught me a lot since being a stay at home mom for the last five years. I've been babysitting my nieces and nephews or kids of our close friends throughout the last eight years and I love it. The thing is, it was always little to no...
Betty Jo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"She is absolutely marvelous with my 12 month old!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom of 3 children aged 4, 6, and 8. My middle child has numerous disabilities including ADHD and severe aggression disorder. Before having children of my own, I was a babysitter for a family from my church who had 2 boys with ADHD and autism. When I started working for them, their oldest was 3 and their other son had not...
Shantell can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shantell did an awesome job being a nanny to my toddler. She was always reading, singing and talking to my little one as a result of which he picked up so many words really quickly. She is highly dependable, never took a day off and was always willing to extend her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Scarleth and I have been babysitting/Nannying for 8 years on and off. I have experience as a Montessori school assistant teacher, Au pair, and home schooling nanny. I am CPR/first aid certified, I have a reliable car, clean driving record and references upon request.
Scarleth can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Scarleth was on time and very responsive to my two small children, she is patient and reliable"
Aymar C.
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents in Portsmouth, RI
Joanna O.
5.0
Joanna was truly truly wonderful! My 4 year and 1 year old had the best time with her. She scheduled proactively a call ahead of time to learn more about them and answer any of my questions. She made me feel super safe and I completely trusted her. She got the kids to bed on time and gave them...
- Andrea I.
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.
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.
Sarah P.
5.0
Sarah was great with my twin toddlers. She was very communicative, responsive to my messages, and helpful in the type of care that I needed. My twins absolutely loved hanging out at Sarah's house and was sad to leave.
- Mikayla W.
Olivia M.
5.0
Olivia watched my daughter all summer, and was an amazing help to our family! My daughter looked forward to spending the day with Olivia, they always did something fun! Olivia is dependable, timely, kind, and patient. We will definitely be working with her again in the future!
- Alexandra H.
Additional In-Home Babysitter Services
In-Home Babysitter Articles
27 Mother’s Day gift ideas kids can make
May 8th, 2023 Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and lots of toddlers, preschoolers and even older kids are itching to DIY that perfect gift for mom — somethi... Read more
22 summer movies for kids of all ages
June 8th, 2023 Sure, the beach, pool and backyard barbecues are staples once school lets out, but let’s be honest: Fun summer movies for families are hard to beat — and th... Read more
13 Memorial Day activities for kids
May 15th, 2023 The Memorial Day holiday often heralds the arrival of summer, but this year, take some time to teach kids about what this holiday actually celebrates: Remem... Read more
6 fun pool games for kids that keep them happy and tire them out
June 6th, 2022 Do your kids love swimming but become bored after countless hours spent diving for pennies and practicing underwater handstands? Whether you have your own b... Read more
31 DIY teacher gifts that kids can make
April 19th, 2023 Sure, gift cards are nice, but it’s the DIY teacher gifts that usually leave the biggest impression on your child’s teacher. Not only do personalized presen... Read more
FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
How much do in-home babysitters charge near me in Portsmouth, RI in May, 2024?
All in-home babysitters charge different rates, but in-home babysitter rates near you start at $20.00. This is just a baseline price to give you an idea of how much it can cost to hire an in-home babysitter. Years of experience, location, and desired babysitting duties like driving them home from school and tutoring can all impact the price a sitter charges.
What can in-home babysitters near me in Portsmouth, RI help with?
In-home babysitter duties can vary greatly. Some can help with homework. Others may prefer to tackle in-home chores like laundry, cooking, and light housekeeping. You can review 1 profiles of in-home babysitters near you by the types of babysitter duties they are comfortable taking on.
How can I find in-home babysitters near me in Portsmouth, RI?
You can now find babysitters online in Portsmouth, RI with the help of babysitting websites like Care.com. Through Care.com, you can review 1 in-home babysitters near you who have your desired level of experience and skills, such as CPR training.