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104 babysitters are listed in Athens, OH
The average rate is $13/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Athens, OH
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a PhD student with 20 years of teaching experience. I have over 10 years of experience working with children aged toddler to teenager. I have also cared for the elderly.
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Angie has been a wonderful help for our busy family. She is a great communicator, and is very patient with our kids. She is flexible with scheduling and is often available for last minute help. Our kids love hanging out with her. Highly recommend! "
Corrine C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Children are drawn to me as I am to them. I'm interested in educational playtime and helping your children to develop through art and play. I love to be outside and to learn about the natural world and would be happy to take your kids for walks or help them set up a terrarium, an outdoor fort, make crafts, read and whatever...
Rebekah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rebekah was wonderful and I would hire her again. She was great with my kids. Dependable and even a little early to make sure everyone was on time;)"
Emily P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Care Seekers!
My name is Cameryn and I am looking for a part/full time child care opportunity in the Greater Boston, MA area. I have a bachelors degree from Ohio University, where I played D1 field hockey, and have extensive babysitting experience with children (newborns- 15 years old). In addition, I have house sat for...
Cameryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Cameryn is trustworthy, punctual and went above and beyond to give our daughter a fulfilling after school experience. Homework was completed every day and afterwards she would spend quality time with our daughter outdoors, etc. Our daughter really connected with...
Christina L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children from all ages and all types of organizations. I have worked with different girl scout troops, I have worked in the Sunday school nursery at my local church, I have also worked with children who are apart of the foster care system which means I have had to do annual background checks, and I have also...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We had the pleasure of meeting Erin, and she watched our 15-month-old. It's clear she's kind and attentive, with a caring personality. Our little guy enjoyed playing with her."
Eric L.
Kailey L.
Athens, OH
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Kailey and I am a sophomore at Ohio University pursuing a degree in Exercise Physiology. I have babysat and be a nanny for children of all ages for the last 8 years. I have a car on campus and can help with any transportation necessary. I am willing to do light housekeeping and meal prep.
Kailey can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Blue K.
Athens, OH
$8-13/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Blue and I have been taking care of pets all my life (dogs, cats, and farm animals) , but for others for the past three years. I love animals and the bond they have with people! I have experience taking care of three huge dogs at once, cats, and even a snake. I would love to care for your pets!
5.0
(2)
I have been with kids for 5 years now and I love them! I have worked at daycares and kids camp. I am also studying early childhood education. I would love to help out and babysit!!
Anne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Annie is a amazing with kids. She has a substantial heart for all children. I highly recommend her!"
Matt C.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
A little about me!!
I will have graduated with my bachelors in early childhood and elementary education from Ohio University in May , I have 2 years of clinical teaching experience, and 6 years of professional nannying experience! I have accepted a teaching job for the 2024-25 school year, I am looking for families in need of...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Carpooling, Summer Activities, and light cooking.
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Three years of full-time experience working with kids. Employed as a summer day camp counselor for two years, and arts and crafts director for one. Extensive babysitting experience. Highly skilled at creating a fun and safe environment for up to 10 kids at a time!
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hello! My name is Lauren. I have just moved home to Athens, OH from Utah. I've been working seasonally with Utah State Parks and Recreation since the summer of 2019, but I am now looking to put down roots here in Ohio. While working for Utah State Parks, I spent quite a lot of time within the Junior Ranger program and have...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I have worked at a daycare since September, and before that I worked in the home of a young boy with Down syndrome! I am super fun and upbeat, I love music, and singing and dancing with the kids! I am more than willing to help with homework, housework, laundry,...
Victoria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting for my family since I was 12 years old and have experience working with toddlers and school-aged children through a professional after-school caregiver.
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Abagail T.
Athens, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
My Name Is Abby Tharpe And I Am Excited To Start Babysitting For You!
Hello! My name is Abby and I graduated from the University of Dayton with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management. I am now pursuing my MBA and MSA at Ohio University. I have over 10 years of babysitting experience. I grew up with 2 younger siblings and younger cousins. My mom also babysat 5 children in home that I helped...
Abagail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hello! I am Corinne G, a nursing student at Ohio University. I am from Troy, OH originally. I have babysat for multiple years & a wide age range. I am looking for a summer babysitting job, as I am staying in Athens over the summer. I could also babysit now in the evenings and/or weekends if needed!
Corinne can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have had families with children ranging from 2months old-14year olds. I love to clean and help out around the house if needed! I am a college student that has a very flexible schedule, I am in summer classes but it does not take away from my availability. I have reliable transportation,...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, energetic, and patient.
I like working with kids because I've grown up with many younger cousins and I always found it fun to teach them and take care of them. I also have 4 toddler/infant nieces that I babysit sometimes and I overall just love children!
I'm looking for a job that makes...
Hi! My name is Johanna and I am from Cincinnati Ohio. I am currently living in Athens and am a student at Ohio University. I have been babysitting all throughout high school and every summer of college so far. I love kids and genuinely enjoy spending time with them and getting to know them. I am looking for a part time...
Johanna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Liv M.
Athens, OH
$10-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From babysitting my whole neighborhood since I was old enough to stay home alone, to keeping in touch with families whose kids are as old as I was when I watched them, I promise to bring happiness and excitement to your children's lives. I am an extremely caring, honest, and dedicated person who loves to see kids grow and...
Liv can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I am a current first year medical student at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine who is looking for occasional babysitting jobs while I'm in school.
I have plenty of childcare experience as I was a daycare teacher at The Goddard School for 3 years! I've worked with ages 3 months to kindergarten. I've also...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Athens, OH
Angela M.
5.0
Angie has been a wonderful help for our busy family. She is a great communicator, and is very patient with our kids. She is flexible with scheduling and is often available for last minute help. Our kids love hanging out with her. Highly recommend!
- Corrine C.
Rebekah K.
5.0
Rebekah was wonderful and I would hire her again. She was great with my kids. Dependable and even a little early to make sure everyone was on time;)
- Emily P.
Cameryn C.
5.0
Cameryn is trustworthy, punctual and went above and beyond to give our daughter a fulfilling after school experience. Homework was completed every day and afterwards she would spend quality time with our daughter outdoors, etc. Our daughter really connected with her and it was quite apparent that...
- Christina L.
Erin B.
5.0
Erin was wonderful! She was very polite and my children connected with her instantly. We would definitely hire her again, she was a pleasure to have in our home.
- Ashly M.
Anne O.
5.0
Annie is a amazing with kids. She has a substantial heart for all children. I highly recommend her!
- Matt C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Athens, OH:
How can I find a Athens babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Athens, OH 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 104 babysitters in Athens, OH on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Athens, OH?
The average rate for Athens, OH babysitters on Care.com is $13.58 per hour as of May 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 Athens, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Athens, OH 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 Athens, OH babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Athens, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 104 listed babysitters.