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60 babysitters are listed in Opelika, AL
The average rate is $13/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Opelika, AL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat three boys in their home driving them to chess camp, providing transportation to baseball and to school. I took lunch to school when boy forgot it. I stayed with the three boys when they were sick and they were home sick a lot. I did their laundry, stocked their towels and personal care items, cleaned their rooms,...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Debbie worked with my family for a year. She is a great caretaker. She genuinely is interested in others. She would be great with children and seniors alike. Debbie provided many services from us. Primarily a housekeeper but she also frequently provided...
Sara B.
5.0
(2)
I have been caring for children since I was about 16. I'm comfortable with pets and children from babies to teenagers. I also love working with special needs children and assisted in the special olympics each year of high school. I love to cook and clean and I have always done well in school, if the children were to need any...
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Lydia's family for almost 5 years and have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, hard working, fun, and loving adult. She loves people, especially children, and has a heart for the fur babies too! Lydia is the kind of person that easily becomes...
Kim F.
Tiffany H.
Opelika, AL
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi i m Tiffany, I have a big family and have been babysitting for years. I have worked at daycare and am CPR certified with first aid. I can care for all ages, light housekeeping, overnights, cooking and cleaning, transportation is available. I am very energetic, kind, and very positive and imaginative person. I would love to...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Tiffany loves kids. She has worked with preschool children as well as elementary. She is fun loving and likes to be a part of what they are going. I also feel its important for you to know sports or outdoor activities are not always good for her because of...
Tammie B.
5.0
(1)
I have 5 years of cleaning experience, and I have an infinity to detail. I currently am a live in house keeper for family. I am only available on Saturdays, due to being full time. Cleaning is not a chore for me and it is something I enjoy doing. No job is to big for me.
Tiffany can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, dusting, basement cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tuany, I am a grad student at Auburn in the Horticulture department.
I worked as an Au pair for 2. 5 years for the same wonderful military host family where I took care of 3 amazing boys. I also have experience teaching children aged 3-6 in a Montessori and Reggio School.
I am looking forward to help you...
Tuany can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tuany helped care for our grandmother who had recently broken her wrist. She was fabulous! Easy to communicate with, so sweet, she cooked GG an authentic homemade Brazilian dinner, helped her troubleshoot her tv for Saturday football games, got her mail, and was...
Care member
Hi there, I'm Annie and I am a senior at Auburn University. I have 5+ years of experience babysitting and working with kids. I can help with housekeeping, carpooling, crafts, school, and more! I would love to be able to help you out by caring for your kids whenever you need it!
Annie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I'm great with kids of all ages. I can help with school work, and anything else they may need!
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name is Hailey R and I love children! I graduated high school in 2020 as Valedictorian. I am the only girl out of 3 brothers, I was put in foster care since 2010. Before foster care I use to raise my brothers. That experience gave me a lot of time with children and teens! My mother was a school teacher and I would help...
I have cared for children 4 months to 16 years of age. While in college at the University of Colorado, I had regular babysitting jobs during the day, after school, date nights, as well as overnight babysitting for weeks at a time. I am currently babysitting occasional date nights and I recently resigned from an apartment...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
I enjoy taking care of little ones from all ages! I have experience babysitting for families around Lake Martin, Alabama and enjoy creating a fun interactive environment from the comfort of the child's home!
Cheyanna can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello, my name is Grace. I am currently a student at Auburn University. I have been babysitting for about 8 years now. I am also the oldest of 3 children so I have been able to have lots of experience with babies and young children. I can help with travel and light housekeeping, groceries, carpool and more. My schedule is very...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! I am an up-beat, energetic, easy going, and reliable student at Auburn University. I am a senior and have plans to go to physical therapy school post-graduation. Outside of that, I certainly have a passion for working with kids. Their innocence and love for life inspires me every day and I find it to be so contagious! I have...
Caroline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Lileah G.
Opelika, AL
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Passionate About Working With Kids And Am Super High Energy!
I have two years of daycare experience, multiple babysitting references, and have a reliable vehicle. I have experience working with all ages and would love to get to know you and your children!
Lileah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Miya M.
Opelika, AL
$18/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Love Children Of All Ages And I Am Excited To Pour Into The Lives Of Your Children With Grace!
I'd describe my personality as kind, mild-mannered, and empathetic.
I like working with kids because I remember the babysitters I had as a child so well and I always looked up to them and thought they were so cool. It's a great opportunity to spread love and light into young hearts and minds.
I'm looking for a job that is...
Miya can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth G.
Opelika, AL
$16-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have been babysitting for many years!
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brianna J.
Opelika, AL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Brianna. I am currently a senior in Music Education at Auburn University, looking for some extra money to make it through my last semester of college. I have experience working with children K-12, with a soft spot of middle schoolers :) I have tutored children in various areas of coursework. If you're...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
I have education in Rehabilitation and Disabilities Studies, with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. I have taught swimming lessons for 4 years, have babysat for 10 years for a wide age range, and have plenty of experience working with children and young adults with various disabilities! I hope to one day go into...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Jennifer C.
Opelika, AL
$15-30/hr
I am a pet lover. I love all animals. I have had a few of my own and I cared for them as if they were children. I currently work for Freedom home care and I have to care for a dog here.
Jennifer can also help with: Daily feeding, pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation
Hello, I'm Tiffany. I am 22 years old. I have 2 years of professional experience. I have a passion for taking care of the elderly. I can provide any kind of care, medicine reminder to dementia care. I would love to get in touch and take care of your loved ones in these trying times.
Tiffany can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Tuany V.
Opelika, AL
$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a teacher in a Montessori and Reggio school, I planned, prepared and delivered daily instructional activities that facilitated active learning experiences to develop scientific and social skills in children aged 3 to 9 years old.
I am looking forward to helping you with your family!
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Opelika, AL
Debbie S.
5.0
Debbie worked with my family for a year. She is a great caretaker. She genuinely is interested in others. She would be great with children and seniors alike. Debbie provided many services from us. Primarily a housekeeper but she also frequently provided childcare, transportation, pet care,...
- Sara B.
Lydia C.
5.0
I have known Lydia's family for almost 5 years and have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, hard working, fun, and loving adult. She loves people, especially children, and has a heart for the fur babies too! Lydia is the kind of person that easily becomes like family with her genuine...
- Kim F.
Tiffany H.
5.0
Tiffany is a kind and compassionate carer. She truly cares about the family, not just the kids. Hard working, driven, and self motivated; she will do it all.
- Care member
Tuany V.
5.0
Tuany helped care for our grandmother who had recently broken her wrist. She was fabulous! Easy to communicate with, so sweet, she cooked GG an authentic homemade Brazilian dinner, helped her troubleshoot her tv for Saturday football games, got her mail, and was overall fabulous.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Opelika, AL:
How can I find a Opelika babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Opelika, AL 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 50 babysitters in Opelika, AL on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.6. 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 Opelika, AL?
The average rate for Opelika, AL babysitters on Care.com is $13.36 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 Opelika, AL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Opelika, AL 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 Opelika, AL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Babysitters in Opelika, AL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.