Hi, I'm Shida, a 17-year-old babysitter located in Simpsonville, South Carolina, and I'm eager to care for your children. I'm responsible, trustworthy, and great with kids. I'm patient, and know how to handle different situations. For your peace of mind, I'm available for drug testing and background checks. Feel free to reach out if you're interested!
Babysitter $25 / hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
Tweens (9 - 12 years)
Up to 2 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
Light meals
Full meals
Bottle feeding
Toilet training
Changing diapers
Bathing kids
Help with homework
Household duties I can do:
Housekeeping
I'm available for events:
Special event babysitting
Corporate functions babysitting
Wedding babysitting
Other services I can provide
House sitting
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Simpsonville for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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I'm available for:
Last minute bookings
School holidays
Public holidays
New Year's Eve
Valentine's Day
Overnight jobs
Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
5 years experience working with children
CPR training
First aid training
General credentials:
17 years old
Police check
Non-smoker/non-vaper
Covid vaccinated
Languages I can speak: English
Email verified
As a 17-year-old, I bring enthusiasm and responsibility to babysitting. While I'm still in high school, I've completed courses in first aid and CPR, ensuring I'm prepared for emergencies. I have experience caring for younger siblings and neighborhood children, where I've managed playtime, prepared meals, and maintained a safe environment. I'm dedicated to creating a fun and secure atmosphere for your kids, and I'm always learning new ways to engage and care for children effectively.
Babysitting Pay Rates Greenville, SC, United States (Jun 2025)
Greenville babysitters are paid an average of $15.64 per hour as of June 2025, which is 3.5% lower than the South Carolina average of $16.20, and 5.7% lower than the United States average of $16.58. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min
Avg
Max
Greenville:
$12.00
$15.64
$25.00
South Carolina:
$10.00
$16.20
$75.00
United States:
$0.00
$16.58
$80.00
Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)
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