“I founded Southern Sitters in 2018 when I noticed an unacceptable divide in the childcare market. In the childcare booking industry, there is a major divide between apps and agencies. Before Southern Sitters, parents had to pay incredibly high placement fees to be placed with a vetted caregiver through an agency or sift through hundreds of unqualified individuals on apps that allow anyone to join as a “babysitter”. Both options were frustrating for parents that needed reliable, flexible, and safe care. Our vision for Southern Sitters has joined together the ease of a booking app with the vetting and training process of an elite agency. As a Volunteer Firefighter, EMT, and 2024 American Heart Association Woman of Impact, I personally ensure that our every policy and training is focused on the safety of your family, the highest childcare standards, and exceptional client experiences. Five years later, we are proud to serve over 10,000 families with a seamless childcare booking experience and highly vetted caregivers.”

“Hello! My name is Sydney and I am honored to serve our families as the Director of Booking. I have been working in the childcare industry for over 8 years now and have served in a variety of leadership roles for major childcare corporations! My additional experience as a Registered Nurse has shaped my passion for matching families with safe, vetted, and CPR certified Southern Sitters.

My background in leadership has equipped me to facilitate wonderful sitter family relationships through Southern Sitters. In our matching process, I strive to find the best possible fit for every family. Our customizable booking process allows you to specify the rate per hour you’d like to pay, request specific certifications, and see available caregiver options.

I can't wait to assist your family!”

“Hi! My name is Jordan Claybrooks and I am the Hiring and Vetting Director at Southern Sitters. I am an MTSU graduate and over the past decade, I have served in variety of roles in the childcare industry! I have undergone specialized training in Responding to Medical Emergencies, Water Safety, Healthy Meal Planning, Transportation Safety, Child Abuse recognition, and Administering Medication. This helps me assess each applicants understanding of essential childcare skills. We check references to confirm sitter experience and dependability. Our interview team reviews each candidate’s social media to ensure that all team members maintain a professional online presence. We hire sitters that love to engage children in activities and learning opportunities on every babysitting job. They are familiar with developmental milestones and educated on how to handle many childcare scenarios. All Southern Sitters have a clean background check and undergo extensive training. Learn more about our ongoing commitment to your family below!”

As the Chief Operations Officer with over 13 years of experience in the professional childcare industry and educational field, a commitment to nurturing and educating young minds has always been at the forefront of my professional journey. My passion for the industry was ignited early in life, as I witnessed the positive impact quality childcare can have on a child's early development. This led me to a career focused on ensuring that every child under my care experienced a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment. I firmly believe that building strong, trusting relationships with families is the cornerstone of exceptional childcare and customer service. My educational and training background includes topics such as Early Childhood Education, Child Development Psychology, Water Safety, Safe Sleep, Music Education, HR Management, Inclusivity and Equality in the Workplace, and more. My background has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to create innovative and effective policies and programs company-wide. My vision is to create an environment where every child can flourish emotionally, intellectually, and socially. I am honored to collaborate with an outstanding team of professionals to ensure the highest standards of safety, care, and education are met. I want families to know I am not just a Chief Operations Officer; I am a child advocate, a dedicated professional, and an informed resource for families seeking exceptional childcare services.

“Hi! My name is Hannah and I am Southern Sitters Booking Coordinator and Client Experience Specialist. I am a Belmont Graduate and avid community servant who strives to showcase my commitment to excellence to every Southern Sitter family. Before stepping into this role, I was a certified and experienced childcare provider, nanny, church childcare coordinator, and babysitter. This passion and experience helps me to select each caregiver with great care. I take pride in the high standards of our vetting process and am honored to ensure that every Southern Sitter exceeds them! I love working with a team that desires to make a difference in the lives of every family and parent we encounter. We understand that finding great childcare can be a challenge and it is our commitment at Southern Sitters to change that by providing top quality childcare providers at the click of a button. We’ve got you covered!”

"Hello! My name is Emily, and I am a Knoxville, TN native. I cherish spending time outdoors with my family and exploring new culinary delights. My passion for furthering the minds of our youth led me to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where I specialized in Early Childhood Education. Following that, I dedicated five years to nannying, which gave me a profound appreciation for the vital role caregivers play. This experience, combined with my extensive background in management and leadership, truly excites me to embark on this childcare journey with you."