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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat since I was 10 years old. Now in my 30s with a full-time career in healthcare, I'm looking to help families in and around my community by providing reliable, professional babysitting services in my spare time.
Athena can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
I have had a rewarding experience with babysitting children over the years. From toddlers to pre-teens, I have had the privilege of caring for a diverse range of kids and watching them grow and learn. It has been a joy to engage with their curiosity, playfulness, and endless energy. I have developed strong bonds with the...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am 24 years old and have been babysitting for 8 years. I have mainly babysat children from the age of 2 to 11 years old, but have experience with all ages. I love spending time with kids! I enjoy cooking healthy meals, being outside, swimming, playing games, riding horses or even coloring! I enjoy doing varieties of...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Alexis is such a wonderful person! She is warm, loving and will do anything for you. She was an intern for my business over the summer and went above and beyond her intern abilities. She loves health and spends her free time consuming herself in text books as a...
Emily H.
Isabella A.
Columbia, MO
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a senior in college studying middle school education. I am also employed at a pre school and am comfortable with all ages.I love kids.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Nicketa C.
Columbia, MO
$20-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello
I'm Nicketa C. and I recently graduated with a PhD from Mizzou in School Psychology.
Currently providing mental health supports to elementary age kiddos and their families, working towards licensure.
Currently looking for side gigs that I enjoy as a booster towards financial stability.
I have years of experience...
Nicketa can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization, general room cleaning
5.0
"Nicketa was great and did a fantastic job on our house! Three dogs and a disorganized family were no problem for her to make the place look great! Very impressed with her job & would recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 28-year-old working at Shelter Insurance Company. Previously I was a relief house parent, taking care of all ages of children in foster care. I still have a passion to love and take care of children and would like to continue that passion by babysitting. Please feel free to reach out and I will answer any and all...
Carah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We adore Carah and what she adds to our family! She has been nothing short of amazing!"
Priscilla H.
5.0
(1)
If you're looking for someone to invest fully into your child's academic growth, I am your person. Having taught third grade for three years, experience in all grades, taught preschool, and also having a 1-year-old, I am very educated on teaching practices for early childhood. I am a teacher and love to see kids grow.
5.0
"Kenzie is such a kind hearted individual! She is fun, loving, smart, caring, and such an adventurous person. She has such a outgoing personality. She would do absolutely anything for anybody. Kenzie has such a STRONG and PASSIONATE love for children. She is such a...
Gracie A.
Jada W.
Columbia, MO
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Jada, and I am excited for the opportunity to work with you.
A little bit about me:
I have 4 years of experience working as a nanny/babysitter. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am comfortable with pets and caring for children. I have previous experience working with infants and...
Jada can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"JADA was great! The kids had fun playing games, they had dinner, and they were sleeping in bed when we got home."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very fun, energetic, and patient sitter who has been babysitting for the past 6 years. I originally got certified as a babysitter at the age of 13. Along with this I have been employed at Lifetime Fitness - Orland Park as a Kids Activities team member since 2018. With this job I work with children ages 3 mo -12 and am...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sierra is mature, level headed, friendly and responsible. She watched our 3 children (5th grader and twin 1st graders), who have various temperaments of their own, and Sierra did an excellent job in finding ways to entertain and also give them their individual...
Andrea P.
5.0
(1)
I am in my third and final year of graduate school at Mizzou working towards my doctorate in occupational therapy. I have a passion for working with children and hope to do so in my future career after graduation. I am fun, upbeat, and reliable!
I have 10 years of experience with children of all ages. Experience includes...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Haley is amazing! My boys had so much fun with her. She is respectful, responsible, kind and fun. She even cleaned up everything after the kids went bed and did the dishes from dinner. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Erica and I'm 25 years old.
I have 2 years of experience as an Au pair. (Ages 0-5 y/o) and 5+ years of experience babysitting and working in a Montessori daycare/preschool.
I'm dedicated, patient, loving and responsible. I love engaging with the kids and being part of their lives. I love being able to watch kids'...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Erica is the best nanny we ever have. She is super nice and patient. She takes very good care of our baby, way beyond our expectations. I hope I could meet her sooner which would make my life much easier. We trust her and highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to date. She is creative, caring, fun, and responsible and we would highly recommend her to any family we know (and...
Courtney P.
Carolyn M.
Columbia, MO
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Carolyn! I grew up in a family of 5 siblings, and all different types of pets. I was a second mom of the house:) There was always a mess somewhere, and it taught me how to be a great cleaner and organizer. I love having creative fun doing sports, crafts, cooking anything that your kids are interested in. I would...
5.0
"She watched my daughter while I was away on a business trip. My daughter really loved having her and had a lot of fun:)"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Jillian (or Jill). I'm currently a Junior at MIXZOU. I have multiple years of nannying experience along with experience working at a preschool/ teaching and afterschool carel. I love watching kids of any age We can always find something fun to do! My hours are pretty flexible as long as they don't clash with...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Jillian served as our daughter's nanny for the summer. She was extremely reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond to ensure our daughter had a fun and safe experience. We would definitely hire her again!"
Mitch H.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I am a freshman at Mizzou studying elementary education! In my free time, I love to play soccer, volleyball, go shopping, hang out with friends, be outdoors, and go boating at. This summer I will be getting my residency so I am looking for a family to help out with a couple of days a week. This could range from running...
5.0
"My name is Sarah and I hired Emma as my daughters virtual teacher and sitter when Covid hit. Emma knocked it out of the park! My girls absolutely love school but they didn't want to return because they loved Emma even more. She was attentive, helpful, kind, fun,...
Sarah G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a dedicated University of Missouri student, I bring over two years of expertise in residential and commercial cleaning, coupled with a passion for tutoring and mentoring in public schools. Eager to contribute my strong work ethic, attention to detail, and mentoring skills to a part-time role.
5.0
"Very polite and well mannered! Every 2 weeks she comes in on the weekends and goes through my list efficiently. Does go above and beyond as well by doing things that aren't on my list, but help out a bunch. Good with kids and pets. Reliable and quick to respond. My...
Madilyn F.
I am currently a freshman enrolled at the University of Missouri and have an extensive history of babysitting. I am passionate about not only providing a one time service, but building a healthy relationship with parents/ guardians, and especially their children. My highschool years were filled with various babysitting...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hailey R.
Columbia, MO
$13-18/hr
I have been babysitting for several years for several different families. I have cared for children ranging from newborn to preteen and have loved my experiences. I believe that making sure the children are as safe and comfortable as possible while also having fun is my main goal. I am very reliable and flexible. I also am very...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Madison B.
Columbia, MO
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddie! I am a senior at Mizzou and I have 9 years of babysitting experience and 2 years of nannying experience! I have had the pleasure of taking care of children of all ages. I can help with Carpooling, Crafts and Fun with your little ones.
I truly love caring for young kids, and I approach each child as an...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mandy, and I am a second year medical student. I am looking for babysitting opportunities and have a flexible schedule since I watch most of my classes recorded from home so I have availability weekdays and weekends. I have four years of experience caring for children and individuals with special needs and have...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Ashland, MO
Alexis B.
5.0
Alexis is fabulous. She's timely, efficient, pleasant, trustworthy, and she does a great job.
- Rachael S.
Nicketa C.
5.0
Nicketa was great and did a fantastic job on our house! Three dogs and a disorganized family were no problem for her to make the place look great! Very impressed with her job & would recommend!
- Care member
Carah A.
5.0
We adore Carah and what she adds to our family! She has been nothing short of amazing!
- Priscilla H.
Kenzie A.
5.0
Kenzie is such a kind hearted individual! She is fun, loving, smart, caring, and such an adventurous person. She has such a outgoing personality. She would do absolutely anything for anybody. Kenzie has such a STRONG and PASSIONATE love for children. She is such a trustworthy and honest individual....
- Gracie A.
Jada W.
5.0
First time we went out on a limb and had childcare for our child, Jada did NOT disappoint. Saint Jada as she will be referred to, was patient with him to the point where he would run to her to avoid bed time. She's incredible.
- Charbel B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ashland, MO:
How can I find a Ashland babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ashland, MO 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 2 babysitters in Ashland, MO on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Ashland, MO?
The average rate for Ashland, MO babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 per hour as of April 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 Ashland, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Ashland, MO 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.