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60 babysitters are listed in Fort Smith, AR
The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Fort Smith, AR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting children since I was 14 years old. Parents put a lot of trust in me with their children and I have not disappointed anyone nor do I plan to. I have had the honor of working with several different ages. For about 5 years I have worked as a Behavioral Therapist for autistic children which has been a great...
Kayli can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Linda and I am available to watch your furbabies while your away. I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Pet Walking and Pet Sitting.
Linda can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Linda is so great with my pets! She visits them many times throughout the day and keeps me updated with pictures and everything.
I highly recommend Linda for pet sitting. It is reassuring to know the animals like her just as much as you do."
Jenny M.
5.0
(2)
I've loved pets since I was born. I've worked with all sorts of animals my whole life. They're so much fun
Cynthia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Foram P.
Fort Smith, AR
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as easy going, responsible, and punctual
I like working with kids because they bring the inner child inside of me and I just love kids
I started working with kids when I was 6 years old
In my spare time, I like to paint, read and learn a new language
5.0
"Foram is a very kind, calm and patient young lady. If you are looking for someone very loving and nurturing for your little ones, she is absolutely worth talking to! She genuinely loves children, and she has a very positive and gentle way with them."
Courtney H.
Cynthia L.
Fort Smith, AR
$16/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hello!, I am fun, outgoing, family-oriented, and a big animal lover. I grew up in a big family, and I now have 3 beautiful children 2 girls and a boy. We also have a cat. I'm great with all animals, and children, I'm good with kids with disabilities.
I’d love to be considered to be able to help those in need. I enjoy working...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a loving caring person and a wonderful mom herself. She watches other people's children like they are her own. I love Cynthia L like she's my own daughter "
Care member
Hello all! I am currently a pre-k Special Education teacher in the Van Buren School District. I graduated from Missouri State University with my bachelor's degree in Special Education and a minor in American Sign Language. I have worked with children since I was 17 years old, including working at two different daycares,...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello all! I am currently a pre-k Special Education teacher in the Van Buren School District. I graduated from Missouri State University with my bachelor's degree in Special Education and a minor in American Sign Language. I have worked with children since I was 17 years old, including working at two different daycares,...
I'm an outgoing & funny person. I've babysat many kids of since I was a young teen. I was a Daycare teacher for a year where was with 1. 5-3-year-olds & I loved it. I still love to see them grow. Kids make me laugh & make me happy.
I like working with kids because you never know what they're going to do/say next & they're so...
Hello, My name is Nicole, and I'm 19 years old. I have multiple years of experience with children I'm the eldest of 4 and I've done a lot of babysitting for friends and friends of theirs. I've also worked at a daycare. I'm planning on getting all my CPR and first aid training certificates.
Nicole can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Allison B.
Fort Smith, AR
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occasional Babysitter With Extensive Experience With People With Disabilities
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone,
My name is Allison, and I have been babysitting for several years. I am currently getting my masters degree in biomedical science. I love children and have experience with children of all ages and children with disabilities. Prior to beginning school, I was a nanny for children from birth to 3 years old. I am an...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Milan C.
Fort Smith, AR
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Milan, I am 18 years old, and I am currently looking for a nannie/babysitter job. I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Crafts, laundry & carpooling. I am CPR certified for infants+adults. I am very responsible in many ways. I have been around children most of my life, including my younger...
Milan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Harley G.
Fort Smith, AR
$14-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have six years of experience babysitting for family, and one year of experience nannying for others. I am comfortable with special needs children, as well as pets. I am currently 20 weeks pregnant with a boy due in July. I am looking to step away from my full time job to find a nanny job I can do before and after I give birth.
Harley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kiya A.
Fort Smith, AR
$16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, patient, and responsible.
I'm looking for a job that will help with my future career as I'm studying elementary education.
I started working with kids when I was just about 12 with simply jobs such as babysitting. This then furthered when I started working being engaged with kids all the...
Kiya can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
I am passionate about working with children! I have always known that I have wanted to work with kids from a very young age. I am currently in my gap year before starting graduate school for genetic counseling.
I have lots of experience in childcare and have been babysitting and nannying since I was 13 years old. I also have...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Kayli S.
Fort Smith, AR
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Although, I have not had a lot of house keeping experience, I have had babysitting experience and with that comes housekeeping experience. I have had to keep a house clean for a whole week many of times while the owners go out of town. I have also watched people's dogs while they are gone. I have worked with children ages 1-14....
Kayli can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning & more
HI! My name is Emma, I am an 18 (almost 19) year old college student at UAFS. I live in Fort Smith but am from Van Buren. I have a car and am willing to travel around this area. I grew up with 6 siblings (three of them younger) and I have been babysitting since I was 11. I am willing to help out with parents/ guardians as much...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Caroline K.
Fort Smith, AR
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Caroline K. I'm a high school graduate that will be pursuing computer science at the University of Arkansas this fall, and I'm willing to help out with middle-aged to older kids! As a child, I had plenty of different babysitters, but only a few made their care actually fun; this is the very type of childcare...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
I graduated from UAFS in December of 2022 with a degree in History. My plan is to make it to graduate school to obtain my Master's degree in Public History. I currently work in the after school program at the Montessori School working with children from ages 3-11. I have also been tutoring with the Upward Bound program since...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Cynthia L.
Fort Smith, AR
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm very willing to do anything extra to help out, I learn very quickly and am open to almost everything depending on the errands/odd jobs you would like me to do
I am a wife of 19 years and a mom to 4 kiddos. I know that life is busy and would like to help with your cleanings needs.
Leslie can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, window washing, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Fort Smith, AR
Linda R.
5.0
Linda is so great with my pets! She visits them many times throughout the day and keeps me updated with pictures and everything.
I highly recommend Linda for pet sitting. It is reassuring to know the animals like her just as much as you do.
- Jenny M.
Foram P.
5.0
Foram is a very kind, calm and patient young lady. If you are looking for someone very loving and nurturing for your little ones, she is absolutely worth talking to! She genuinely loves children, and she has a very positive and gentle way with them.
- Courtney H.
Cynthia L.
5.0
She is a loving caring person and a wonderful mom herself. She watches other people's children like they are her own. I love Cynthia L like she's my own daughter
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Fort Smith, AR:
How can I find a Fort Smith babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Fort Smith, 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 42 babysitters in Fort Smith, AR 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 Fort Smith, AR?
The average rate for Fort Smith, AR babysitters on Care.com is $12.21 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 Fort Smith, AR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Fort Smith, 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.
Ratings for Fort Smith, AR babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Fort Smith, AR are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.