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Kaylynn W.
Elkins, AR
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Originally from Northwest Arkansas and have recently moved to Overland Park! I am currently a full time nanny for three kiddos ages 2, 4, & 6!
I have worked at a summer camp the past two summers. I am also First Aid, CPR, and Red Cross Lifeguard certified! I have experience from 3-month-olds, all the way up to 17 and as well...
Kaylynn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Jade and I'm a 20 almost 21-year-old college student! To say I love kids is an understatement. I have 4 paid years of babysitting/nannying experience but I've also have been an aunt for 14 years. 3 words I would use to describe myself are caring, reliable, and energetic. I love to cook so I'd be happy to prepare...
5.0
"My 11 year old son had a great time with Jade! They played video games, board games, and Nerf guns together. He asked for her to come back, so we will probably hire her again!"
Brian S.
Caitlyn W.
Fayetteville, AR
$10-15/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children since I was a teenager and have babysat for multiple for many families over the years. I enjoy working with children and joining their world. I previously worked with children in community mental health before returning to grad school. I graduated with my Master's in Social Work in May of 2023, and I am...
Caitlyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caitlyn did a wonderful job spending time with my daughter and taking care of her needs! She is very kind and trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone needing a babysitter. "
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Serene K.
Fayetteville, AR
$18-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Playful And Crafty Sitter With A Passion For Sports FULLY VACCINATED!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 20 years old and a current student at UArk studying Finance. I grew up playing soccer, basketball, and cheer but I have a strong passion for all sports. I love arts and crafts and have been drawing since middle school. I have been a high honor roll student my whole life and currently maintain a strong 3. 4 GPA. I grew...
Serene can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Serene is a wonderful sitter ! My daughter has a ton of energy and she kept her busy and happy for six hours. Highly recommend this lovely young lady ."
Janie D.
Sarah G.
Fayetteville, AR
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
I Am An Active Person And Have Lots Of Patience With Kids!
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have 7 years of experience babysitting, beginning when I was 12 years old with 4 kids, all under the age of 4. I can help with light housekeeping and laundry and am flexible to help with whatever you may need assistance in. My summer was split in half, spending the first half studying abroad and the other half as the cook...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Sarah G is absolutely a 5 star rating!! She has watched my 1.5 year old daughter countless times and she loves Sarah! I always recommend Sarah to any friends who need childcare! You’d be lucky to have such a sweet, caring, and kind person taking care of your...
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Kali B.
Fayetteville, AR
$18-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available Full Or Part Time In Summer
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Kali and I have extensive experience in childcare. I have 4+ years experience in daycares and have also done babysitting and nannying for the last 6 years. I am first aide trained and CPR certified. I have worked with kids of all ages, from tiny ones (3 months) to older kiddos as well (12 years). I am also open to...
Kali can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Our baby gives Kali a great big grin when she sees her each day. She has been reliable, flexible, and so very patient. We would definitely recommend her to anyone needing fantastic childcare. "
Rochelle G.
Miranda B.
Fayetteville, AR
$17-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I've been working with kids since I was old enough to volunteer in Sunday school. Along with babysitting, I took babysitting courses and every child-related class in high-school. I learned the most in my 4 years working at Mount Sequoyah. Mount Sequoyah is a conference and retreating center where I started in the dining hall in...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Cannot recommend Miranda enough! She started with us in a nearly full-time when our kids were almost 1 and almost 4. She has taken amazing care of our kids for a year. She is patient, reliable, and our kids love her. Regularly sets up craft projects and fun games...
Alexa W.
Sydney V.
Fayetteville, AR
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the youngest of 3 girls and my experience started with me helping my sisters babysit. Once I was old enough I was volunteering my services to everyone in the neighborhood. Since those times I haven't stopped caring for children. In high school I had summer nanny jobs and in college I nannied after classes. Upon graduation...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Syd is such a wonderful person and babysitter! She was attentive, on time, engaging, and had great communication. My kids LOVED her and are already asking when she’ll come over again. Highly recommend her for any of your childcare needs! "
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Alissa S.
Fayetteville, AR
$13-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Alissa! I have 6 years of experience working with and caring for kids. I have completed over 25 hours of online childhood development trainings. I had a previous job at a childcare facility and am looking for a new after school job. I am a student at the University of Arkansas studying business and early childhood...
Alissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alissa is simply the best!! We have absolutely loved having her as our babysitter for two years. She is prompt, reliable, friendly, and professional. She is always taking the kids to do fun things and bringing over fun activities for them complete together. The...
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Ryleigh N.
Fayetteville, AR
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm currently a junior at the university of Arkansas. I am on the pre med track and currently work as a patient care assistant at MANA clinics. I am CPR and BLS certified. I love interacting with children, helping them grow and would love to help out in any way possible. I love the outdoors, sports and learning new things!
5.0
"Ryleigh was great! She played with our boys and helped out around the house! My boys had so much fun with Ryleigh and I will 100% hire her again. "
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Paige P.
Fayetteville, AR
$13-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI! My name is Paige and I am an upcoming Junior at the University of Arkansas. I just got back from studying abroad in Italy so I am looking for a job before I go back to college.
I genuinely love being a babysitter and have babysat kids of all ages since I have been 13. I believe that being a good babysitter goes beyond just...
Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paige makes my kiddos giggle so much. She's so personable and communicates effectively even while I was a less than perfect parent."
Carolyn W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sydney! I am currently a sophomore at the University of Arkansas! have been nannying for 4 years and am excited to be able to provide a fun and trustworthy babysitting or nannying experience to your family!
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Miz H.
Fayetteville, AR
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring And Fun Babysitter Who Loves Jesus And Interactive Projects!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am 22 years old and grew up in a small town in South AR. I graduated from Ouachita Baptist University and cherished my time there. I was a cheerleader there and loved the community aspect of it all! Since graduation, I moved to Fayetteville, AR for Law school. My many years of experience with children of all ages comes...
Miz can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Elise has been great for our family over the years. She has watched my kids from before they could walk up until present day (3 and 6). She is very hands on and plays with the kids. We have hired her for date nights, weekends, and even taken her out of town to keep...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a recent college grad with 10+ years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I provide a safe and supervised environment while being confident, energetic, and fun! I have 2 siblings that I grew up babysitting ever since I can remember. I also babysat for many other families in my town. I also...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren took care of our infant daughter for 3 weeks during a transitional period of my maternity leave and our full time childcare start date and I'm so incredibly grateful to have had her during that time. Because Lauren would be with us for such a short period of...
Jayme D.
Katherine U.
Fayetteville, AR
$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Katherine and I'm a senior at the University of Arkansas majoring in a Finance. I have much experience babysitting kids, as I have a 8-year-old brother and have nannied throughout high school and college. I am a responsible, hard working individual and would be a great asset to your family. If given the...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katherine is just the best babysitter. She's always on time. Our girls love her. She always goes above and beyond(the house is usually cleaner than when I left) We love her so much and can't recommend her enough!!"
Lucy O.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi ! My name is Madison. I'm a Senior here at the University of Arkansas. I am currently studying biology pre-med to one day become a pediatric physician. I am looking to be an overnight/afternoon sitter. I am CPR certified. I have worked in childcare (infants to 6 years of age) for just about 4 years, but I have 10 years of...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is lovely! She's responsible, punctual, responsive, and caring. My last 6 year old daughter loves spending time with her. For anyone who is looking for a babysitter, I would strongly recommend Madison."
Linda L.
Miranda B.
Fayetteville, AR
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Miranda and I am 24 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I have watched various ages of kids from newborn to early teens, and I honestly love all ages!! I am CPR certified and have worked in a daycare atmosphere and have nannied for families, as well.
Miranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Miranda as an occasional babysitter and she has went above and beyond what I expected. As a first time parent, I was very nervous but Miranda was very professional and I could tell she has a passion for kids and is very responsible. Not to mention she got...
Julie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Lauren and I have plenty of experience babysitting due to my younger cousins. I love to cook and bake. I have no problem with pets. Also, I don't mind cleaning up the house a bit because I know life can get pretty hectic with kids running around. A little about myself if I go to the University of Arkansas and am...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Malone A.
Fayetteville, AR
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. My experience is with siblings, family and family-friends. I have cared for all ages from newborns to teenagers. I love children and they love me, I'd like to say!
Malone can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Malone has watched our 5 month old daughter multiple times over the summer and is absolutely amazing. She is always on time and communicates well. She has even made herself available on short notice. Our daughter absolutely loves her and smiles as soon as she...
Ashley F.
Lexi S.
Fayetteville, AR
$12-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Engaging, reliable with experience in Nannying, customer service, and multitasking, seeking immediate work in an energetic, friendly environment.
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wish there were more caregivers like Lexi. Our kids loved her and she really made an effort to build a relationship with them. They loved when she came over! She respected our time and we respected hers. She's a hard working college student and very mature. We let...
Dillon D.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elkins, AR
Jade B.
5.0
My 11 year old son had a great time with Jade! They played video games, board games, and Nerf guns together. He asked for her to come back, so we will probably hire her again!
- Brian S.
Caitlyn W.
5.0
Caitlyn did a wonderful job spending time with my daughter and taking care of her needs! She is very kind and trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone needing a babysitter.
- Care member
Serene K.
5.0
Serene has been so wonderful with our son. We are SO sad to be losing her but this girl got a FULL SCHOLARSHIP to college so I also can't blame her :)
Serene has been so much fun - she knows all the latest do's and don'ts (which is great for those millennial parents like my husband and me)....
- Delia D.
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah G is absolutely a 5 star rating!! She has watched my 1.5 year old daughter countless times and she loves Sarah! I always recommend Sarah to any friends who need childcare! You’d be lucky to have such a sweet, caring, and kind person taking care of your child(ren)!
- Care member
Kali B.
5.0
Our baby gives Kali a great big grin when she sees her each day. She has been reliable, flexible, and so very patient. We would definitely recommend her to anyone needing fantastic childcare.
- Rochelle G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Elkins, AR:
How can I find a Elkins babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Elkins, AR 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 babysitters in Elkins, AR 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 Elkins, AR?
The average rate for Elkins, AR babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 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 Elkins, AR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Elkins, AR 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.