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941 babysitters are listed in Charleston, SC
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Charleston, SC
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! Looking for a fun, responsible, and dependable date night sitter? Look no further!
I am so delighted that you are visiting my online profile, I'd love a moment of your time to tell you a little bit about myself -
My name is Stevie and I was a young child when I moved to Charleston from Maui in 1998. I grew up in...
Stevie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stevie is amazing! She has been babysitting for us for several months for our date nights. We have two very energetic boys, ages 5 and 2. Our 5 year old has major separation anxiety and Stevie does a fantastic job making him feel comfortable. They love when she...
Laura B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Breneita, I live in Moncks Corner. I have a bachelor's degree and years of experience in babysitting children ages 2-10. I was a volunteer at my church's after school program where I taught Math and English children ages 10 to 12 and a volunteer youth leader.
I have worked part time at a day care and was...
Breneita can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have grown up taking care of children in my family and others. I took care of my family friends child from a newborn to around 3 years old. I have always picked up babysitting shifts through college. I am currently occasionally watching my friends baby when she has nights out. I absolutely love children and they tend to really...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Brittany is quite simply THE best! She is so good with our son & he absolutely adores her. She is so sweet, attentive, fun, reliable & trustworthy. She became part of our family. If you're thinking about hiring her- do it!"
Pj C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Through out high school I babysat often. I nannied for one family my senior year (kids ages 10 and 12) and picked up other jobs during that time. I am the oldest of 4 younger siblings and I am used to taking care of kids! I am super athletic and love to do fun activities. I am also used to cooking, cleaning, taking the kids...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids. I just moved to Charleston from Arizona as I just graduated with a degree in public health. I currently in nursing school and am looking for a part time job. I have experience being a part-time babysitter as well as a full-time nanny with multiple kids at various ages. I would love to build a relationship with your...
Peyton can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Peyton has been so great to us watching my 4 year old (who loves her) and my 7 month old! We use her for date nights and we are never disappointed! Highly recommend!"
Marisa S.
5.0
(1)
I am currently a 6th grade special education teacher in North Charleston. I completed my undergraduate degree at SUNY Cortland in Cortland, NY where I studied exercise science. I then completed my Master's degree at Long Island University in Childhood and Special Education. I recently moved to Charleston in August from New York....
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is an exceptional young woman who is thoughtful, compassionate and overall just a nice and caring individual. Lauren has cared for both of my children over the years and I never had a worry leaving them in her hands. Anyone who has a chance to interact with...
Molly D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jaeger and I am 25 years old. I graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and am currently a 3rd-year Occupational Therapy student at MUSC with dreams to become a NICU OT! I have a passion for caring for children and am always looking to help. I started babysitting about 11 years ago, nannied throughout high school, and was...
Jaeger can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaeger was a wonderful sitter for our 9m old son- I would book with her again in a heartbeat! She jumped in right away, and she has a sweet and responsible demeanor. Highly recommend."
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi all! I am a 32-year-old female from Raleigh, NC and currently living in Charleston. I grew up with a very large (and extended) family, including two younger sisters and many cousins. I began babysitting when I was 12 and have continued to do so on and off for the past 19 years. I spent four consecutive summers and my first...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Haley was amazing with our 3 young children! She was on time, great with the kids and kept the house clean. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a sitter!!"
Maggie S.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Savannah and I attend College of Charleston. I am currently a senior and study politics and international studies. I babysat throughout High School/College for multiple families of all ages as well as my younger cousins. On top of that, I also taught a ballet class for children 5-7 years old. I enjoy arts and crafts...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.3
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience through church nursery. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I truly enjoy watching kids grow and learn all while having fun and staying safe. I am CPR and First Aide certified. My preferred age group(s) are infants - toddlerhood but enjoy working with any age group up to 13.
Bella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bella has been a great caregiver for our 8 month old son on multiple occasions. She is very active with him, taking him on walks, reading to him, etc., in tune with what he needs. Bella clearly has a lot of experience taking care of kids of all ages including...
Maureen H.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haley, alumna of the University of South Carolina where I majored in Pre-Medicine and am a Charleston
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hayley has been with our family for 8 months. During this time Hayley has cared for our two young daughters. Her duties have included cooking for and transporting the girls to daycare during the week. She is very caring, attentive, and proactive during her time...
Brandon K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth. I am 20, I live in downtown Charleston SC and I attend the College of Charleston. I have grown up babysitting family friend's children, babysitting kids in my own family, and I have worked as a care specialist at a workout studio. I have much experience babysitting and I love children! As for my...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Elizabeth is such a kind person and an absolute natural with babies! I was very impressed and would be thrilled to hire her again."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a wide range of experience in child care. I have babysat for children who range from a few months to approximately 10 years old. I have also watched up to four children consistently as well. I am fun, caring and love to work with children. I am currently a 3rd grade teacher. In college I held multiple positions in...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Amanda showed up early for her interview with a smile and a great can-do attitude! She was very polite and friendly. When she began to interact with my daughter (L., 9 months old) she immediately got down on the floor and wasn't afraid to get started! My daughter...
Nick And Caroline S.
Juliana V.
Charleston, SC
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Responsible, Caring Babysitter Looking To Love Your Kiddos As Much As You Do!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Juliana, I am currently a Catering Sales Manager at a brand new lifestyle hotel in downtown Charleston!
I have had many babysitting and nannying jobs in the past, I love being around kids and watching them grow up and experience new things with them. I have great experience with newborns, toddlers and children up...
Juliana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"Juliana was great with our infant son. She is attentive and compassionate. Her previous nanny experience was made very obvious by her instant comfort and her intuition. She is personable and warm. We loved knowing our boy was in the best hands with Juliana. She is...
Christie C.
5.0
(2)
background with care-giving. Growing up with 5 younger siblings has been the main contributor to my experience with caring for children. The ages range from 11-23 (I am the oldest at 27). Besides just caring for my siblings, I have happily taken babysitting jobs from friends or family friends. My current employer asks me to care...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Morgan to babysit my son while I was at work a few years ago. Keaton absolutely loved her and bonded with her immediately. The attention she gave him was above and beyond what I expected. I can't recommend Morgan enough as a nanny. It was always comforting...
Allison L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Anna and I am currently a senior at the College of Charleston. I'm a local to the Charleston area who has around 5 years of babysitting/nanny experience and available for part-time work. Please message me if interested!
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Anna did a really great job taking care of both of our small boys, four and seven. They really took to her right away. She was thoughtful and safe in handling of the kids. So much so, that the boys asked if she could travel up to our hometown (we were on vacation...
Cliff J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience babysitting 2 children ages 6-12 for one year, doing homework, taking them to sports as well as cooking dinner and playing in the pool. I have also babysat a 2-year-old. I also work with kids with ASD currently everyday as a teachers assistant. I also have experience with infants and younger children as I have...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We have used Cait a couple times for babysitting services. Cait is great with my 1 year old daughter. She is very interactive and patient. We also used her for help with a birthday party and she was a hit with all the toddlers. I am happy to be a referral for any...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Luz I am a Trustworthy, Loving, Nurturing, Reliable, Responsible , Very Patient Young Women and CPR Certified & my Rate is 25 an Hour and I have been looking after Children for 32 Years.& I am all About the Children Having Fun and I'm a Mother of three Beautiful Children all Grown up.& a Very Proud Grandma of 5...
Luz can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luz is a phenomenal caregiver and teacher. Both of my children have been lucky enough to be in her class, and also to have her as a babysitter. She is fun, responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for child care."
Keri S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Enthusiastic educator seeking babysitting and nannying opportunities.
Hello- My name is Morgan. I am a current Grad School student and past educator of 4th grade. I am currently attending Graduate School at the Citadel to become a Guidance Counselor. I taught 4th grade for 6 years. I enjoy teaching and learning and surrounding...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Taleen, and I am a college student working towards a degree in pediatric psychiatry. I am very experienced in childcare. I have grown up babysitting, and have lots of experience working with kids with disabilities (blind and ASD specifically). I am always around children with my ABA therapy job, and I love to...
Taleen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taleen is such a sweet girl. She was very communicable and punctual. My boys absolutely loved her, and I will definitely use again in the future."
Julia M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Charleston, SC
Stevie B.
5.0
Stevie is amazing! She has been babysitting for us for several months for our date nights. We have two very energetic boys, ages 5 and 2. Our 5 year old has major separation anxiety and Stevie does a fantastic job making him feel comfortable. They love when she comes over. I highly recommend her!
- Laura B.
Brittany B.
5.0
Brittany is quite simply THE best! She is so good with our son & he absolutely adores her. She is so sweet, attentive, fun, reliable & trustworthy. She became part of our family. If you're thinking about hiring her- do it!
- Pj C.
Peyton E.
5.0
Peyton has been so great to us watching my 4 year old (who loves her) and my 7 month old! We use her for date nights and we are never disappointed! Highly recommend!
- Marisa S.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is an exceptional young woman who is thoughtful, compassionate and overall just a nice and caring individual. Lauren has cared for both of my children over the years and I never had a worry leaving them in her hands. Anyone who has a chance to interact with Lauren will be changed for the...
- Molly D.
Jaeger P.
5.0
Jaeger was a wonderful sitter for our 9m old son- I would book with her again in a heartbeat! She jumped in right away, and she has a sweet and responsible demeanor. Highly recommend.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Charleston, SC:
How can I find a Charleston babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Charleston, SC 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 941 babysitters in Charleston, SC on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Charleston, SC?
The average rate for Charleston, SC babysitters on Care.com is $16.61 per hour as of April 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 Charleston, SC?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Charleston, SC are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 300 reviews of the 941 listed babysitters.