Find Babysitters in Columbus, OH
At Care.com, your trust and safety are our priority. Compare background-checked babysitters in Columbus, OH and hire the best fit for your family.
Find babysitters in Columbus, OH that you’ll love
1,182 babysitters are listed in Columbus, OH
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Columbus, OH
Cassie B.
Columbus, OH
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, i'm Cassie!
I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, and passionate
In my spare time, I like to work out, watch football, and explore in nature!
Looking to help out a busy family! I love to help out around the house with meals, homework help with the kiddos, laundry, light housekeeping etc.
I have years of one on one...
Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassie did a great job of taking care of our 19 month old! She is kind and great with kids!"
Jake V.
Arianna D.
Columbus, OH
$16/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Arianna but I go by Ari. I am very reliable and trustworthy. I am patient and caring. I love kids. I have 7 years of experience. I have mostly babysat my three younger siblings, two brothers and as sister. I can help with laundry and light housework. I am CPR certified. I am currently a senior at Eastern Michigan...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ari was fantastic! She was on time, friendly, and engaged. My 5 year old son loved her!"
Denise P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Sarah, I live in the Columbus area with my partner of eight years and our two dogs! I've worked in childcare for about four years now; I've spent about two years as a toddler teacher and have worked with a handful of families in the years since. I currently work part-time as an auditor, but I would like to use my...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is great with my 2 girls. She is available and is always on time. We have used Sarah to babysit for weeks now and I feel completely comfortable leaving her with my children. She does a great job entertaining them and always comes up with fun things to do. I...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello All, I have 7 years of experience providing safe and fun care that is tailored for every child. I believe that every child is a unique individual who is deserving of care that is specialized to them. I have experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with a focus on infant and child-life development. I am BLS certified...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Madi was fantastic and we will absolutely hire her again! Our little one warmed to her quickly and we felt comfortable with her immediately. As first-time parents, finding a sitter feels daunting; we're grateful to have found Madi and to know our son will be in...
Care member
Emily L.
Columbus, OH
$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
CPR/First Aide Certified, Montessori-Aligned, Preschool Teacher And Mom
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am CPR/first aide certified, have a bachelors degree in Japanese from OSU, and masters credits in teaching English as a second language.
I'm a former daycare teacher at a Montessori-aligned, state certified school working in various classrooms aged newborn to 5 years old. I have been a lead preschool teacher and a lead infant...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily cared for our child both in daycare and as a babysitter and was always a fantastic care taker. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. She was genuinely interested in our kiddo and always provided us with feedback and advice when we were having trouble...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Over 25 + years of experience in Columbus and NYC as a nanny, babysitter, mother's helper with the cherry on top (errands, car pools, food prep, light housekeeping, creative, dependable, flexible, and fun with the kiddos).
Recently moved back from NYC to be closer to family. Own a successful company (black door experiences) in...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel was amazing. She went above and beyond, keeping the kids occupied and engaged the whole time she was with them. They have never slept better! She is amazing and I would recommend her to anyone looking for help with their children. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of professional experience in childcare, 3+ years of experience of in-home childcare, and a lifetime of experience as a big sister. I love being involved with children and I am motivated by seeing the positive impact my care has on their physical, social, and emotional growth! I am very flexible and willing to work...
Peyton can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Peyton was a great caregiver. My son is naturally quite shy. Peyton was very kind, caring, and engaging. Peyton would sometimes send me pictures of activities that they were engaging in, and I could see a genuine look of joy on my son’s face. My son looked forward...
Care member
Sarah M.
Columbus, OH
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I graduated with a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2019 and have had several jobs working with kids since then, including music theory tutoring, being a private nanny, and working for an after-school program assisting with meetings and online activities for elementary school-age kids during the COVID-19 pandemic. I've...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was amazing. She didn’t need guidance or couching on how to look after my nephew during my wedding reception. She just knew what to do. I would recommend her to anyone I know for regular days or eventful days. She’s very flexible and capable."
Care member
3.7
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am free at all times. I am a person who ; loves to over due the job to make sure things are very detailed , very shiny, very clean! I can provide cleaning supplies but if you would like to provide your own supplies that's fine also. Hope to share this amazing experience with you After me I will be a re hire because...
Makayla can also help with: Carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning & more
5.0
"Makayla is a very hard worker! She puts all her effort into what she does and is amazing at it! She cleans for me regularly and even organizes, it makes my life a lot easier and her rate is absolutely affordable! I would recommend her to anyone! "
Care member
Abby B.
Columbus, OH
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a full time toddler teacher at the goddard school! I love what I do and I'm looking to make extra money on my weekends. I have 6 years of experience and I work will all age groups. I am adaptable to meet your child's needs and interests. In my free time I enjoy reading, playing tennis, and playing with my cat. Animals are...
Abby can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Abby was very easy to work with through the entire event. She was very friendly, outgoing, and responsible. She arrived promptly on time and asked some good questions regarding our expectations and concerns. She kept our niece busy taking her to several parks to...
Vanessa P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison S. and I am 23 years old. I have held many different types of child care positions such as date nights, nannying, respite work, and special needs care. Since I was 13, child care has been my main source of work. Caring for children ages 3 months - 14 years, I have developed excellent skills to problem...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Madison was amazing! I cannot thank her enough for helping me and my family out in such a short notice. She was very prompt and personal with my mother and was attentive to all her needs. My mother was very comfortable with her and really enjoyed her company....
Regina O.
5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years of experience caring for seniors. My experience in broad from hospital, nusing home, and private home care. I have experience caring for seniors who need minimal assistance to seniors with limited mobility. I am a State Tested Nurses Aid and CPR Certified through the American Heart Association.
Rosa can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"STNA Adult care for the elderly."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! I've been babysitting on and off since I was 13 years old. I'm from Columbus Ohio but am currently living in Dan Diego. I love kids, cleaning and organizing around the house, working in the kitchen and having a positive outlook on life :) I am very passionate about healthy and holistic living.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Anna is kind and respectful, wonderful with children, who love her, and very dependable. She has a fun spirit, but is never inappropriate or risk- taking with little ones."
Kathy K.
5.0
(1)
My love for teaching has been the fuel that has driven me to fill every job that I have ever had! I have worked as a tutor to elementary school students, high school students, and college students, and have worked as a teaching assistant abroad in Europe (through a Fulbright scholarship in Austria). I have experience tutoring in...
5.0
"Grace worked in my 4th grade classroom. The year we worked together Grace was thrown into the unexpected position of being the only consistent presence for our students as I was dealing with a personal medical crisis. She was literally a saving grace!!! Grace is...
Melissa M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bright, caring and kind
I like working with kids because I love being able to put a smile on their face whenever I can. It's super fun to see how their brains work and how they comprehend things!
I'm looking for a job that has a fun environment and is able to keep my brain working and me on my...
Khalia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Khalia for childcare during a small church event. She was on time and adapted to our environment quickly. She cared for three children all of whom seemed to really enjoy the time they spent with her. We will gladly hire Khalia again in the future."
Aimee W.
Isaac F.
Columbus, OH
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I also occasionally babysat kids throughout high school.
Isaac can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Ashlee H.
Columbus, OH
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My skills and experiences include hands-on work with large number of children, to one-on-one care. I have the ability to work with children of all ages, performing whatever task needed to care for their needs. I have previously worked with kids by setting up labs and activities and cleaning up after all activities when finished....
Ashlee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ashlee is a sweet person and was excellent with my baby. She is a student so her schedule is kinda sporadic but she was very reliable."
Monique R.
Makia R.
Columbus, OH
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Provide Full Time Care. I Provide Meal Prep, Hygiene And Much More.
5.0
(2)
I just received a License from the state of Ohio approving my LLC. To operate a Home Health Agency. My staff are all very flexible and willing to help out in anyway up to and including pet care. I come from skilled facilities, rehab units, supervision of both mental health patients and special needs patients both youth and...
Makia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"very likeable, responsible, likes what she does"
Joann S.
Nell L.
Columbus, OH
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for stopping by! My name is Nell and I've been living in the Columbus Ohio area for about 8 years now, and have recently relocated to Orlando Florida. In addition to nannying, I worked as a newborn photographer at various hospitals as well as running my own photo business.
The last family I worked with for 3 years...
Nell can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Nell watch our children for the summer 5 days a week. She did great with our children and they all love her. She was good at connecting with each child in the child's own way. We are grateful for all of her help."
Chad D.
4.4
(7)
Hi all! My name is Alexis and I am seeking a consistent babysitting job/nannying job. I have plenty of experience babysitting and I'm even CPR certified! I enjoy taking kids on bike rides, playing outside, and anything to keep them outside and active!
For the rainy days I just happen to love arts and craft, I have my own...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is a very hard worker. She put time in her work. she don't rush things. She can make you feel like you can count on her."
Allie M.
Showing 101 - 120 of 1185
Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbus, OH
Cassie B.
5.0
Cassie did a great job of taking care of our 19 month old! She is kind and great with kids!
- Jake V.
Arianna D.
5.0
Ari was fantastic! She was on time, friendly, and engaged. My 5 year old son loved her!
- Denise P.
Sarah S.
5.0
Sarah is great with my 2 girls. She is available and is always on time. We have used Sarah to babysit for weeks now and I feel completely comfortable leaving her with my children. She does a great job entertaining them and always comes up with fun things to do. I would highly recommend Sarah to...
- Care member
Madison B.
5.0
Madison is amazing. Move closer Madison.
- Kareen L.
Emily L.
5.0
Emily cared for our child both in daycare and as a babysitter and was always a fantastic care taker. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. She was genuinely interested in our kiddo and always provided us with feedback and advice when we were having trouble with sleeping or eating, etc. She was...
- Care member
Additional Babysitter Services
Babysitter Articles
After-school restraint collapse: Why kids fall apart at home and what to do about it
August 25th, 2023 Almost every parent or caregiver has been there: We meet kids at the school for pickup or greet them at the bus in the afternoon and within minutes, they’re... Read more
23 summer movies for kids of all ages
June 8th, 2023 Sure, the beach, pool and backyard barbecues are staples once school lets out, but let’s be honest: Fun summer movies for families are hard to beat — and th... Read more
How to talk to kids about mental health at every age
May 5th, 2022 Conversations surrounding mental health have always been critical, but the need for openness about and support for mental health issues is greater than ever... Read more
13 Memorial Day activities for kids
May 15th, 2023 The Memorial Day holiday often heralds the arrival of summer, but this year, take some time to teach kids about what this holiday actually celebrates: Remem... Read more
27 restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap)
August 25th, 2023 After a long workday or busy weekend, sometimes the prospect of cooking for the whole family (and especially cleaning up) just sounds exhausting. But going ... Read more
FAQs for finding a babysitter in Columbus, OH:
How can I find a Columbus babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Columbus, 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 1,182 babysitters in Columbus, OH on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Columbus, OH?
The average rate for Columbus, OH babysitters on Care.com is $16.40 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 Columbus, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Columbus, 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 Columbus, OH babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Columbus, OH are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 367 reviews of the 1,182 listed babysitters.