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Madison R.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi everyone! I'm Madison! I’m currently located in Irvington, Al!. I just made the big move from South Carolina. I have 13 years of child care experience. 2 years dedicated to being a full time nanny and 2 years as a day care worker. I have cared for children from newborns to 16 years old. I love entertaining! I enjoy, sports, the outdoors, crafts, and cooking. I am comfortable with pets and have some of my own. I am available for date nights up to part time nanny. I am CPR and first aid trained. I am COVID 19 vaccinated. I can't wait to meet you and get to love on your babies!

$15–20/hr

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5.0

Leslie H.

Madison was incredible! She was available from 10am- 7pm to watch our son while we were visiting from Michigan. To be able to find a reliable sitter out of state while visiting family was comforting. She communicated when she was on her way. We had a phone call prior and she provided references to ease my nerves. She played outside with my son all day and got him a bath as we were getting home. Will be keeping her contact info for our future visits!

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Kaylin S.

3 years paid experience
11 miles

$16–20/hr

Hi! I have 3 younger brothers so I’ve always watched younger kids as the oldest sibling/cousins etc! I am currently in college to pursue my dream to be a pediatric nurse👩‍⚕️!

$16–20/hr

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Kelly M.

30 years paid experience
9 miles

$16–24/hr

Hello everyone! I am a Mom of 3 and a new Grandmother to one little special boy whom I adore! I am currently home and I take care of our Airbnb and our daughters Airbnb, but looking to fill some time with doing something I’ve always loved, caring for babies, and kids. I consider myself very active, love being outdoors, playing games, entertaining, love activities with kids! Not looking to spend my days at a job I don’t enjoy, for me… babysitting would be rewarding and fun!

$16–24/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Susan B.

Kelly has been great for our three kiddos. She's got the fun and caring heart of a true grandma. The kids absolutely love her and ask every day when she's scheduled to come back again. We love how interactive she is and how much energy and time she puts into creating activities for them instead of just relying on screens or technology. She has given us much needed help and we have been very pleased with how our kids have taken to her. They truly do love her, and I think it's mutual.

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Monae B.

4 years paid experience
9 miles

$11–30/hr

I’ve been babysitting since I was 16 but now I don’t do it as much due me being in college and working. I love to babysit I find it fairly easy most times and it’s easy money for me. I have fun with the kids and love it.

$11–30/hr

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Madalyn S.

2 years paid experience
9 miles

$8–12/hr

Hi, my name is Madalyn and I am 19 years old! I love swimming, painting, and being outside. I love working with children and feel as if i have a lot of experience doing so. I have volunteered to work with special needs children during equine therapy lessons, i’ve volunteered to help out with sunday school classes, and my previous job was caring for children aged 3-5 at a day care. I also have experience with children 6 months to 2 years. I do have my own means of transportation, I do not smoke, I am CPR certified, and I am able to cook and clean! Thank you so much for your time and i look forward to hearing back from you!

$8–12/hr

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Rose M.

4 years paid experience
7 miles

$15–20/hr

I am a college student studying early childhood development. I have about 4 years of experience babysitting and 2 years as an early head start teacher. I have a genuine love and adoration for children. I love caring for them and watching them learn. I have a car and am able to do after school pickups and weekend care. I am CPR and first aid certified. I would love to assist in any way I can. Thank you for your considerations.

$15–20/hr

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Haven R.

0 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–21/hr

Hey my name is haven I raise my brothers since they got in the world taking care of kids and babies are natural for me I help with homework anything you need me for I’m the person

$15–21/hr

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Zy H.

4 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–23/hr

Hi everyone! I’m a nanny offering babysitting and childcare services for evenings, weekends, date nights, and occasional care. I have experience caring for children and creating a safe, fun, and learning-based environment. If you or someone you know needs reliable childcare, feel free to message me for rates and availability. I also have my degree in childcare and have attended to children for 5 years.

$15–23/hr

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Laure D.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$30–50/hr

Hello! I have had experience with children mainly from caring for my younger siblings, babysitting children of family friends and teachers, numerous experiences in summer camp counselling for ages from Pre-K to high school, and tutoring! I love being a sitter because it feels like I'm a part of the family and growing alongside the kids I care for. I love listening and engaging in their interests and passions, as well as teaching them values that allow them to give back (no matter how old they are) and be kind and compassionate towards those around them.

$30–50/hr

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Angel G.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello, My name is Angel. I am twenty four years old. I have a little over 20 nieces and nephews, they keep me on my toes but I love them all to death. children is so amazing, it’s so surprising they have such little bodies with such big personalities. I always wanted to become a sitter because I believe it gives me the opportunity to teach them different things that they need to know and also show them love and caring as their own parents would. I‘ve always had a passion for loving and taking care of children since an early age , I will continue and won’t let anything stop me .