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Dianne T.

Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights, Occasional Dates

Wakefield, RI

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 29 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a childcare provider with 16 years of experience. As my full time nanny position is coming to an end, I am looking for a new full time position starting in the new year. I have an associates of early childhood education; and currently work as a full time nanny. Previously I have...

Taline B. says "Reliable and friendly. Thank you Dianne!"

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Beth B.

Mary Poppins Of Rhode Island

Wakefield, RI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm an experience mom of two grown men. Have provided child care for 10 different families in my life. For the past 20 years I have been the artistic director of GEAR Productions, (gearproductions. org) working with school age children and adults with disabilities to create live theater performances. Covid limited my work in...

Care Member says "Caring, considerate and attentive of others needs and feelings. Very kind hearted."

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Kara Z.

Babysitter Nanny, Tutoring

Wakefield, RI

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Kara and I am 30 years old ! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have long term nannied for families with ages ranging from infants to middle school aged. I currently am on my 5th year teaching, I have taught grades prek, first grade and special education K- 3rd grade. I received my masters...
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Anne C.

Ms. Anne

Wakefield, RI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I currently live in Wakefield, RI and am looking to work with an infant within close proximity. I have many years of experience and plenty of love and attention to give. I graduated from Wheelock College (a gabazillion years ago) and worked as a Child Life Specialist for over 15 years. I have also been a nanny, owned a before...
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Mae N.

Babysitter Available On Cape Cod

Saunderstown, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a school counselor and family therapist who has been an active babysitter and nanny for the last 16 years. I have experience with children, ages 6 weeks-15 years. I have previously held several full-time summer nannying positions as well as regular babysitting jobs for local families, many of which I have connected with...

Care Member says "Mae watched our three kids when we were in Rhode Island for a wedding and everything went perfectly smoothly. She was communicative and we had no issues...

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Jillian R.

Babysitter, Nanny

Wyoming, RI

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I really enjoy working with kids! Throughout the past 12 years I have gained experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings including babysitting, assisting kids with disabilities, and providing speech therapy services. I have years of experience working with children from infants to 12-year-olds,...
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Jessica G.

Narragansett, RI

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi families! My name is Jess, I'm 22 years old and just graduated college. I live in Bedford, NY and I have around 8 years of experience nannying. I love kids and any pets! Last semester I interned at a behavioral health clinic so I have some experience working with children with autism as well. I am also CPR, infant CPR, and...
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Lauren S.

Child Care

Saunderstown, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I am 31 years old with 12+ years experience in both private babysitting and nannying for multiple children ranging from infant to middle school aged. Also I have worked in day cares and child care through the YMCA. I al currently finishing my degree while being a SAHM mom to my toddler daughter, and I'm looking for something...
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Corrina D.

Narragansett, RI

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi everyone! I figured I would get a jumpstart on finding a nannying job for the summer. My name is Corrina, I'm a rising senior as an early childhood education major at URI. I've worked in camps as a head counselor, and preschools as a teachers assistant for 4+ years, giving me a ton of experience with children ranging from...
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Emily S.

Nanny/Babysitter

Charlestown, RI

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I worked as a private nanny for four years while I was in high school. I have been responsible for up to four children at once and have extensive experience with infants. I spent almost a year in 2021 as an assistant teacher at a preschool in the infant classroom. I cared for 0-18-month-old babies in a 1:4 ratio. I am...
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Kyla M.

Saunderstown, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Kyla, I am looking for a nannying job because I absolutely adore kids of all ages. I have over 12 years experience on and off taking care of infants to teenagers and caring for elders in their 90's. I am very patient, responsible, loving, trustworthy, reliable and fun. I spend most of my time outdoors and live a...
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Alli T.

Kingston, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am currently a freshman studying Political Science and History at URI. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and I thoroughly enjoy spending time with kids. Some experience I have is having spent time working in elementary classrooms as an aide to teachers. I work in my church's nursery caring...
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Linda B.

Coventry, RI

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am the mother of three grown children and a very happy grandmother. I have experience as a full time lead infant teacher at Cadence Academy. Prior to working there, I ran a licensed family child care home for 8 years. I have letters of recommendation from prior families I cared for available upon request.

Elaine E. says "Ms. Linda. I've come to depend on her so much. She's helped us guide our 4yo towards more self-control, better manners, and been a great buddy for her at...

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Susan K.

Career Nanny Of 10 Years. Looking For 30-40 Hours Per Week.

East Greenwich, RI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
Hello My name is Sue , I have been a nanny for 15 years. I have experience with infants , toddlers and older children as well. My current position will be coming to and end June 30 due to the mom working from home. I am CPR certified and trained in First Aid. I am looking for a family who needs a responsible, loving and caring...

Care Member says "Sue is fantastic!! We were lucky enough to have her care for our son from ages 4-6months and we were looking forward to working with her longer, but our...

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Ariel B.

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Ariel and I'm 24 years old. I first started working with kids when I was 15 and have been ever since. After a couple years of babysitting younger family members, I began work as a junior counselor at an after school program working with children aged 5 and up. Over the last few years, I've worked primarily with...

Mara S. says "Ariel is really invested in making sure the children she cares for are learning and having fun at the same time. She communicates concerns well and is...

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Wendy F.

West Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Wendy. I am interested in helping a family with before or after school or weekend care. I am an occupational therapist in a school department and work 8:40 to 3:30 Mon through Fri. I am a 59-year-old mom who has raised 2 intelligent, funny, caring and well rounded daughters. My girls are 30 and 26. I am nurturing,...

Bridget N. says "Wendy is absolutely incredible!! I'm almost hesitant to write a positive review because we would love to keep her all to ourselves.... She is caring,...

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Rachel W.

Fun, Kind, And Attentive Sitter!

Newport, RI

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Rachel! I am a college student at the University of Rhode Island! In the beginning of May, I will be coming back to my hometown in Fairfield Connecticut! I am a fun, outgoing, and patient sitter, who is extra attentive, and does very well connecting with little ones! I am Red Cross Certified in both Adult and...

Min T. says "Rachel is a wonderful and sweet nanny. She took care of my 3-month baby girl nicely and quickly calmed her down when she was upset. I would hire her again...

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Kelly L.

Wonderful And Caring Nanny

North Kingstown, RI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children for 20+ years. I started with babysitting for family, friends and neighbors at a young age. I started working in daycare facilities in my early 20's and then transitioned to being a nanny. I have mainly worked with infants and toddlers in both settings but I do have experience with older children...

Erin H. says "Kelly has been taking care of our baby to toddler for over a year now and has been amazing. if you want someone who will love and care for your child like...

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Allison R.

Highly Experienced And Loving Child Caretaker

East Greenwich, RI

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Thank you for checking out my profile! My experience comes from babysitting, nannying and working as a Teacher's Assistant at a local Daycare Center. While working there, I cared for children from the ages 6 weeks up to 5 years old. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old and have babysat & nannied for numerous families...

Kylen M. says "Allie babysat for for my 4 yo, 2 yo, and 7 month old while we attended a wedding and she did a fantastic job. She was experienced, professional and super...

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Charlotte O.

Nanny/ Babysitter

Westerly, RI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I am a 31-year-old college graduate with a Master's Degree in Education. I have experience working with young children from infancy up to school-aged children. I am a current Adaptive Physical Education teacher in the area and I'm looking for some additional work outside of school hours. I have been an elementary teacher for the...

Molly H. says "Charlotte is wonderful! She is reliable and does a great job! "

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  • 47 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 4.5

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Wakefield, RI

Infant Nannies in Wakefield, RI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 47 listed infant nannies

Dianne T.

Reliable and friendly. Thank you Dianne!

- Taline B.

Beth B.

Caring, considerate and attentive of others needs and feelings. Very kind hearted.

- Care member

Mae N.

Mae watched our three kids when we were in Rhode Island for a wedding and everything went perfectly smoothly. She was communicative and we...

- Care member

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Wakefield, RI

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Wakefield, RI, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $22.50. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.

Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Wakefield, RI, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.

TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 4 infant nanny profiles near you in Wakefield, RI that you can check out. You can also read 16 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Wakefield, RI, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.

We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.

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