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314 babysitters are listed in Overland Park, KS
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Overland Park, KS
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny and worked in a day care with children from newborns-early teens. I have previously been an after school nanny, summer nanny, full time nanny, and date night nanny.
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Holly watched our 3 crazy kids and traipsed them all over Kansas City while I was working. She was punctual, easy to work with and really great with the kids. They had an absolute blast ~ I wouldn't hesitate to hire Holly again!"
Sam C.
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Elizabeth! I have a professional background in higher education and with caregiving/childcare, my experience is the following: I was previously a nanny for a 7-year-old, I have 36 early childhood education credits, I have assisted with the 2-year-old age group at my previous church's Sunday school program...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"You will not find a kinder, more conscientious and trustworthy individual to care for your child than Elizabeth D. As first time parents, it was nerve wracking imagining being away from our son but he immediately took to her and we knew he would be in good hands....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi! I'm a student at the University of Kansas studying Microbiology. I have 1 year paid babysitting experience my freshman year of college. However, I grew up watching and taking care of my 7 siblings due to my parents' work. Because of that, I know when to be strict and when to be a friend. I love making people smile and can...
Jibri can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jibri took a last-minute one time job for 7 & 4 year old. They absolutely loved him and asked to see him again. They said he colored, played legos, and watched Encanto with them. My house was cleaner than when I left so I gave him an extra tip. Definitely a kind...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Brooklyn. I am currently a District Manager for a brand with 26 stores across the Midwest. I have been in retail leadership for almost 9 years, all while babysitting/nannying part-time. I have worked in church nursery's, preschool & kindergarten classrooms, daycares of 10-20 children, worked as a nanny for a family of 6...
Brooklyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am most interested in caring for infants 0-12 months. I have had experience caring for 2 and 3-year-olds, diaper changing, feeding, etc. I very much enjoy playing with them when they are a little older and get a kick out of their curiosity.
I have been doing childcare ever since having my daughter June 2021. It has allowed me...
Tess can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"We appreciate how caring Tess is. She really did her very best to make my mother comfortable every day by doing things the way she wanted from peeling all her vegetables for breakfast including her tomato, to making a point to ask my mom if there was anything else...
Ozzy B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm Mahin and am seeking babysitting opportunities in areas of the South KC Metro area -- Overland Park, Leawood, Stilwell, Olathe, Belton, and open to other places as well. I received my Bachelors Degree in Education Management and started my career working with kids in various hospitals, so I have been working with kids...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was on time, updated us on our child throughout the day, and was generally very pleasant."
Care member
Mallory S.
Overland Park, KS
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter Of 13 Years Looking For A Full Time Position
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a babysitter and nanny for over 15 years now. I have worked in a day care and I have CPR and First Aid training along with other qualifications. I have cared for newborn to ages 12+ and up to 11 kids at once. I love outdoor activities and any kinds of crafts. I am very pet friendly, and willing to help with any house...
Mallory can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mallory is super-helpful, good-natured, and dependable. My son loves her!"
Elizabeth S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chelsea and I'm a full-time, homeschooling mama to my 9-year-old boy. We love to be outside as much as possible and explore new parks, gardens and trails. I'm very health conscious and am experienced with gluten free and vegan foods. I am incredibly tidy and organized by nature and have had years worth of...
Chelsea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Chelsea and her son bring so much joy to our family. Chelsea is punctual, kind, and so loving to our family. We have 5 kiddos, 3 under 3 which is very tough at times, and Chelsea takes care of everything so perfectly I can actually relax knowing my family is in the...
Alexa M.
Hannah Q.
Overland Park, KS
$10-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Looking To Babysit Children While Parents Are Out
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Hannah. I have 4 years experience in early childhood education, and I have a true passion for helping children grow and learn! I have spent the last year teaching at an outdoor school in Olathe. However, I think I am ready to work closer to my home in Lee's Summit. I am reliable, kind, and creative. I have...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have known Hannah for a while and hired her multiples times for child care - both as a nanny and as a baby sitter. She is loving, caring, dependable and actually enjoys what she is doing. My daughter, now 4, adores her. We would highly recommend her. Please...
Ayan R.
Heather B.
Overland Park, KS
$24-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Mom, Nanny And Elementary Paraeducator Look To Help 1 Child
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm mother to 11 and 13-year-old boys. I have professional experience in an elementary school, and I was previously a stay-at-home mom for 8 years. I have also nannied for infants/ toddlers. I grew up caring for 3 younger siblings, babysitting for several neighbors, and continuing to sit for friends and family as an adult....
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Heather has been watching my daughter for a couple years now and I would definitely recommend her to friends and family. She is reliable, always available on time and very nurturing. Heather is great about making daily activities fun and memorable! My daughter...
Jason M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since the age of 12 and started nannying at the age of 16. I love to help kids read and do their homework, play games, and cook meals. I am happy to help out around the house, do laundry, run errands, and help get the kids to and from school. I have quite a bit of experience with children, from newborns...
Cassidy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Cassidy went above and beyond when caring for my 3 year old son. She worked well with my older daughter (6) to do things that they both did things with and had my house picked up after she got them both to bed. I've recommended her to close friends. Overall, an...
Emily G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the mother of 6 and 8-year-old boys, and we also have a very sweet female hound mix and a turtle. I have had dogs all my life and a couple of cats too, but I love all animals! I provide boarding in my Leawood home, and can come to your home for pet care in some circumstances. I also provide Doggie Daycare! I look forward to...
Heather can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
5.0
"Heather is a nice, caring mother. She is very good with pets and treats them like her own. She watched our dog while we traveled to Hawaii and our dog did great with her. we trust her and recommend her with no reservations. "
Tyler S.
Jodi B.
Overland Park, KS
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Honest, Hard Working, Detail Oriented Army Wife And Mother Specializing In Cleaning/Organizing
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am the blessed wife of an army veteran and a mamma bear to three kiddos. Since relocating our family to the KC Metro area, we have woven ourselves into the fabric of this beautiful community. My husband and I hold honesty, integrity and hard work as the pillars of our household strive to be living examples for our children to...
Jodi can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning & more
5.0
"Jodi helps us with general housekeeping and organizing closets, etc. She works quickly with very high quality and exceeds every expectation we have. We would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Julie B.
Morgan B.
Overland Park, KS
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I am ONLY looking for date night sitting on the weekends. I have a full time nanny job and cannot do one time jobs during the week.
Hi! I am 28 years old with an undergrad in broadcasting at Pittsburg State University. Lover of cats and Sunday football!!
I have nannied full time and babysat my neighbors and other kiddos for...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Morgan is personable and friendly. She arrived on time. My 2 year old, who has never had a babysitter who isn't family, warmed up to her quickly. I look forward to having her care for my kids again!"
Erica P.
Ali P.
Overland Park, KS
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
UCLA graduate with 7+ years of babysitting experience and 3+ years of professional internship experience that has shaped me into a reliable, understanding, enthusiastic, and hard-working individual. I love staying busy, active, and creative, and I am always seeking opportunities that challenge me! Currently seeking opportunities...
Ali can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"We hired Ali to nanny for our kids and she was phenomenal. Our kids loved her. She is fun, kind, and a wonderful person."
Danielle H.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Courtney and I have 15 years of childcare experience. I worked with High Schoolers as an Emotional Disability/Special Education Para. I have experience with ages 3 months to 13 years old, having worked in everything from a regular babysitting setting, summer camp, to a preschool setting. I'm currently working...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Courtney is fun, dependable, and cares wholeheartedly no matter the job. She really worked well with my daughter. I will definitely utilize her tutoring/childcare services again."
Tamarah B.
Morgan M.
Overland Park, KS
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids and plan on majoring in elementary education and sped in college in the fall!
I started working with kids about 4 years ago through babysitting, but moved into working at Lakewood Elementary through the ymca.
5.0
"Morgan was great with our daughter. Our doesn't usually take well to strangers but immediately fell in love with Morgan. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I just graduated from KSU with my degree in elementary education. I am a first grade teacher! I have lots experience as a nanny/babysitter for all age levels and I have my certifications in CPR & first-aid. I can assist with weekend babysitting jobs with a weeks notice. I am currently looking for a part time nanny job for summer...
Kursten can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Kursten is very good with our 1 and 2 year old daughters. She is very dependable and is willing to help out on last minute notice. I would recommend her for a baby-sitter or a full-time nanny."
Kristine G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14. I have taken care of children ages, 4 months - 11 years old. I also worked in a day care center during the Summer of 2011 with a group of 30 school age kids, participated in a two semester practicum in a classroom of 1-2. 5-year-olds, nannied during the Summer of 2012 for two...
Meredith can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting off and on since I was 17 years old. I have 3 beautiful adult daughters. Furthermore, I enjoyed babysitting my twin niece and nephew for 4 years until they started preschool. I often read to them, took them to the library, park, went on walks. We are very close. I have been an after school caregiver for a...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"It is not easy to trust a stranger with your children, Helen made us comfortable from day one. My children have bonded with her cheery and positive demeanor. She has exceeded our expectations. We consider her part of our family.
K. Family"
Roberta K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Overland Park, KS
Holly P.
5.0
Holly watched our 3 crazy kids and traipsed them all over Kansas City while I was working. She was punctual, easy to work with and really great with the kids. They had an absolute blast ~ I wouldn't hesitate to hire Holly again!
- Sam C.
Elizabeth D.
5.0
You will not find a kinder, more conscientious and trustworthy individual to care for your child than Elizabeth D. As first time parents, it was nerve wracking imagining being away from our son but he immediately took to her and we knew he would be in good hands. She is organized, prompt and...
- Care member
Jibri C.
5.0
Jibri took a last-minute one time job for 7 & 4 year old. They absolutely loved him and asked to see him again. They said he colored, played legos, and watched Encanto with them. My house was cleaner than when I left so I gave him an extra tip. Definitely a kind person you should hire or consider.
- Care member
Tess S.
5.0
We appreciate how caring Tess is. She really did her very best to make my mother comfortable every day by doing things the way she wanted from peeling all her vegetables for breakfast including her tomato, to making a point to ask my mom if there was anything else she needed before leaving. These...
- Ozzy B.
Mahin F.
5.0
She was flexible about coming earlier at the last minute and was able to understand how to monitor and treat my kid’s diabetes. Very trustworthy.
- Amanda M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Overland Park, KS:
How can I find a Overland Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Overland Park, KS 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 314 babysitters in Overland Park, KS 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 Overland Park, KS?
The average rate for Overland Park, KS babysitters on Care.com is $15.64 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 Overland Park, KS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Overland Park, KS 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 Overland Park, KS babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Overland Park, KS are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 139 reviews of the 314 listed babysitters.