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Nannies and babysitters share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Nannies are more commonly associated with regular work, whether full or part-time, offering daily or consistent care to a particular family. There are also several different types of nannies, including au pairs, house managers, doulas, live-in, and overnight nannies. Babysitters, on the other hand, are typically hired for irregular or occasional work, either full or part-time. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great best option. Identifying the type and frequency of child care you’ll need is the best way to decide whether a babysitter or nanny is a better fit for your family.

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Samantha P.

7 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$10–15/hr

My name is Samantha Pittman. I have 5 years of paid experience with babysitting and with being a nanny. I currently am majoring in Early Childhood Development. I also took 3 Early Childhood Development classes in high school. I have interned for a year at an Elementary school as a teacher assistant for a kindergarten class. I have babysat infants, toddlers, and children +4. I have my own car with insurance on it. I can do feedings for infants, diaper changing, infant bathing, pick ups, drop offs, babysitting, being a nanny, running errands, meal preparations, house cleaning, activities, planning, and I can help with school.

$10–15/hr

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Mandi R.

9 years paid experience
6 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi, I'm Mandi. I'm 28 years old and started working as a babysitter when I was 14. Since then, I have taught preschool for 5 years, been a nanny for a few years, and then worked in customer service. I'm really passionate about helping children learn! I love music, learning activities, and being outdoors! I have experience with helping children learn, potty training, special needs children, etc.... I am looking for a part time nanny position. I am in the Hickory Area, but willing to travel for the right family.

$18–25/hr

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Keeyasia H.

2 years paid experience
8 miles

$9–14/hr

I’m Kee’Yasia and I’m currently a college student at Lenoir-Rhyne University. I’ve been working with kids since I was 14, but I didn’t start getting paid child care experience until about a year ago. I worked mostly with infants and toddlers, but I can handle children of all ages. I like to play with, making snacks for, and reading to small children.

$9–14/hr

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Madison C.

2 years paid experience
7 miles

$12–25/hr

Hi, my name is Madison! I am currently a student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, but I'm looking for babysitting or nanny gigs in or close to Hickory while I'm home for the summer and during breaks. I have worked at the YMCA for 2 years as a childcare assistant, watching children from ages 6 weeks to 9 years old. I also have a year of experience babysitting for a family of children ages 4, 8, and 13. I am CPR and first aid certified! I also have experience watching large groups of children at a time (10+ ). Also willing to provide references upon being asked!

$12–25/hr

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Txuj Y.

0 years paid experience
7 miles

$17–21/hr

I love watching and taking care of children. I have served as 5-6 grade teacher at church for 2 years. I want to build new relationships with people in my community.

$17–21/hr

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Bridget R.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$14–17/hr

My name is Bridget but I go by Kierstyn! I am a mother of 2 boys! I have babysat for many years, I also have 3 special needs siblings that I took care of a lot! I am great with pets and I am a student at South University online! I live in Taylorsville currently, and would love to help out any families I can!

$14–17/hr

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Isabella V.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

Hello My name is Isabella but most people call me Izzy!! I have watched kids in my neighborhood since I was 15!! I am 19 years old. I was first aid and car certified in high school!! I am very good with kids and am very used to being around them since I have 4 siblings!! I learned how to cook when I was probably 13 and have always cooked meals for myself and others!! I also am a very good cleaner, I have always kept my room and now since I have my own house I am very OCD about keeping it clean and tidy so I can be helpful with that as well!! I work Monday through Friday 9-3 so I would have to work evenings for anyone!! Im in school for real estate and just would love a part time job that I am well experienced in and would love doing!!

$15–20/hr

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Hailey P.

2 years paid experience
7 miles

$12–16/hr

I am 18 years old I have been babysitting for family and friends for many years. I enjoy spending time with children helping them learn new things and watching the grow.

$12–16/hr

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Tiffany B.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–15/hr

Currently a CNA and have had babysitting and house keeping experience. Love working with kids and housecleaning as well as housesitting. Hhhkkgfgj ukrjr firkdkr defined sksosk dkdjdjd dkdjdjd dkdjdjd dkdjdjd dkdjdjd dkdjdjd kind jdkd jdkd n k j j j j j. I j j j j j j

$10–15/hr

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Hannah C.

5 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–23/hr

Hi my name is Hannah! I am 25 years old. I have a strong passion for working with kids. I have worked in two daycares starting at 16 years old. I am now working as a Newborn Nursery/NICU CNA with hopes to eventually become a Pediatric Physician Assistant. I work part time as a CNA up until March 29th and I am also a full time college student. I have some leftover flexibility in my schedule so I enjoy babysitting during my free time. I am CPR/First Aide certified. I think children’s early developmental years are so important so I try and engage with them to my best ability during my time with them! I will provide a daily report on how the kid(s) day went along with diaper changing charts/ and feeding logs (by age) as needed and will have ideas on activities that they might enjoy doing.