Find babysitters in Columbus, OH that you’ll love

1,150 babysitters are listed in Columbus, OH

The average rate is $16/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Columbus, OH

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Katherine W.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 25-year-old babysitter/caregiver with 10 years of experience in the field, and eight years paid experience. Mature and trustworthy from a young age, I have been entrusted with the care of my younger cousins for many years. I have also have experience babysitting children, unrelated to me, anywhere from age 2 months to 14...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
We love you Kate! She is super awesome with both our kids. Thanks you for your services.

Tina G.

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Sammie A.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Samaria (Sammie) and I am a child care provider residing in Columbus, OH. Throughout my years, I have been babysitting children between the ages of 3 months and 13 years old. I have a little brother whom I adore and I care for as well. I am a fun-loving, open-minded and child-oriented person in general as well...
Sammie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
My son and I have adored having Sammie around this summer. She was very comfortable with my parenting style and kept him engaged. Very happy she was his summer sitter.

Amber S.

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Michelle S.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Avaliable For Weekdays And Weekends!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently looking for a babysitting job as I navigate the job market and look for full time corporate work. I have past experience babysitting since high school and experience as a group leader for a day camp. I am a fun loving, patient and responsible young adult that has previous experience with children and babysitting. I...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Michelle drive my son back and forth to school. She was very reliable and showed up on time.

Suzy D.

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Madison H.


Columbus, OH

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madison and I am a first year graduate student at OSU. I am pursing a masters in social work. I have 5 years of experience working with a family of 4 (ages 3 months-10 years), experience in the NICU at Wake Forest Baptist Health and Brenner's pediatric hospital, and several other babysitting jobs with children...
Madison can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Madison was a treasure! As a single parent, it can be tough to find someone who is reliable, trustworthy and easy to work with- that was Madison! My child had so much fun with her and always looked forward to seeing her. Madison is the best!

Janna W.

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Isabella R.


Columbus, OH

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Isabella : Your Go-To Babysitter For Happy Kids!

5.0

(3)

I'm a 20-year-old junior at The Ohio State University. I will be back home in Elmhurst, IL Dec 10th to January 3rd. With five years of experience working mainly with toddlers and older children, I've come to cherish the art of caregiving. My energetic and positive nature, coupled with my kind-hearted and reliable disposition,...

Recent review:

5.0
Isabella was a great dog sitter for my family and I. She was extremely sweet and well versed on how to deal with dogs of all kinds. On top of that she was a very personable and respectable young lady. Definitely recommend hiring Isabella to help you out for any...

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Taylor O.


Columbus, OH

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a veterinary student who has experience babysitting for different families with children ranging from the age of 8 months to 12 years old. I have medical training, and experience with children with disabilities. I drive a safe Jeep Grand Cherokee with four doors and a back seat that can fit a child's car seat. I...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Recent review:

5.0
Taylor has a happy, enthusiastic personality and made a great connection with our son. She was very proficient at helping with virtual learning. Taylor is punctual and a good communicator. In addition, she was great with our animals!

Elizabeth H.

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Folake O.


Columbus, OH

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/ Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Folake and I am a twin! Our names are also very similar. I am currently enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh getting a degree in chemistry. I have 5 years of experience being a volunteer camp counselor for ages 12 and under. I have also volunteered for a program. During these experiences, I helped with crafts,...
Folake can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha S.


Columbus, OH

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

7 Year Experienced Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Samantha. I have 10 years of experience with kids of all ages. My passion is childcare and I also have a daughter of my own. I love working with kids, being outside when it's nice, playing games and just having a good time. I am certified in CPR and first aide! I am reliable, trustworthy, and I make sure things...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Excellent candidate, is very dependable, and has more than enough training for the position. we couldn't hire her at this time but we would definitely do so in the future if our situation changed! very professional in her demeanor.

Azam S.

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Madison B.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced - Responsible And Caring Babysitter

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Madi! I work as a Psychiatric Technician at Riverside-Methodist Hospital. I am looking to fill my free time and earn some extra income caring for kids while I put myself through nursing school. I graduated in May 2018 from Earlham College with a bachelors degree in psychology. I have 10 years of experience working...
Madison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Madi has been taking care of my 3 month old now that I'm back to work and we are so happy to have found her! She's been very reliable and punctual and my little one is having a great time in her care! They read, play outside, get in lots of tummy time and...

Kelsie S.

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Kialynne B.


Columbus, OH

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Opportunities

5.0

(1)

Hello! My name is KiaLynne, and I am currently looking for babysitting positions in the central Ohio area. I am a 2x graduate of Bowling Green State University, most recently with a masters degree in Special Education. I currently work with high school-aged students with disabilities in a school setting during the day. I have 3...
Kialynne can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Kialynne always arrived on time and was so great with my twins. She brought a sense of calm and kindness to our house and my kids loved playing and reading with her. She followed any instruction I gave and was very understanding, transparent, and communicative if...

Care member

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Jasmine S.


Columbus, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Babysitter

5.0

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

*currently only looking for date night/occasional weekend jobs* Hi! I'm Jasmine. I'm a a former preschool teacher and dance teacher. I have a bachelor's degree, have my CDA (Child development Associates), and am First Aid/CPR trained. I have almost 7 years of full time nanny experience with babies, toddlers, and preschool age...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Jasmine is the best nanny we have ever had and we hate to lose her! Our girls adore her and she is wonderful with them. She is incredibly calm and patient and very responsible. Any family would be so lucky to have her!

Tracey S.

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Terra C.


Columbus, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Terra! I just graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I am located in Columbus and am looking for work for the summer and possibly the school year! I have a lot of experience with kids of all ages. If you are interested, please reach out!
Terra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

Recent review:

5.0
An excellent sitter, my kids had a great time and I was so impressed with her kindness and creativity. A true professional, would absolutely recommend her and hire her again.

Hope H.

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Madison H.


Columbus, OH

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter and Animal Sitter.

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello and thanks for checking out my profile! I have been watching children my entire life as an older sibling and now an auntie to five kiddos! I have worked with special needs children and am comfortable with any situation. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the park! I would love to be able to help you out!
Madison can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
My kids love Madison. I highly recommend her.

Christina F.

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Melody H.


Columbus, OH

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Fun, Young, Energetic Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Melody! I'm 20 years old and I have been helping care for children most of my life, I'm blessed with a little sister and plenty of little cousins that I've had the privilege to babysit. I'm a singer, and I help support my career by babysitting. I have a passion for reading and I think it's important that every...
Melody can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
This was my first time hiring a sitter ever for my child and I was super nervous. Mel was quick with a response and we spoke over the phone the day before. She was a few minutes early to make sure we got more acquainted before I took off. I will definitely be...

Jada J.

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Samantha B.


Columbus, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Loving Babysitter With Lots Of Experience!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Samantha. I currently work in pediatric research at Nationwide Children's Hospital and just finished my master's degree in Food and Nutrition Science. I have over 10 years of experience as a nanny and I love working with children every day! I work with infants and toddlers at work and have had wonderful...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Love her! My daughter loves her! My dog loves her! Selfishly we don't want her to go back to grad school. She is flexible, willing to help out in the house any way asked, and she has a calming influence on my daughter. So going to miss her!

Rachel F.

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Andrea N.


Columbus, OH

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly, Responsible, Enthusiastic I like working with kids because I like to teach and watch them grow up. I enjoy being a role model and a good example for the kids that I work with. I started working with kids in when I was a you taking care of my cousins in 2017. I started my professional career in 2021 when I was a...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Great with my children and always on time. I love her

Misty M.

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Melissa N.


Columbus, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Professional Babysitter/Tutor

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am looking to provide full-time assistance for a family during this difficult time. I have experience caring for children ages 0-14. I frequently babysat my uncle's 3 boys (all about 2 years apart from each other) from their infancy to early high school years. I also enjoy watching my niece and nephews when needed. This...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Recent review:

5.0
Melissa frequently watched my son from the time he was 8-12. She is dependable, respectful, reliable, and most importantly great with kids! She tutored him as well! Solid sitter!

Nicole P.

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Meriam S.


Columbus, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Afternoon Babysitter/ Nanny With 5 Years Of Experience

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

One thing you should know about me is that I was an Au pair for the last two years. Once in Columbus then in houston Texas. I really enjoyed working with kids before that experience but the Au pair program showed me even more why I love to entertain kids My skills include I speak multiple languages. I'm fluent in German and...
Meriam can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Recent review:

5.0
Meriam was very responsible & dedicated. Also very efficient with allocation of her time & a forward thinking planner.

Care member

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Keziah B.


Columbus, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 25 years old and currently enrolled at Franklin University, wrapping up my double major in Business Management and Leadership. I have been providing care for children for many years in my church nursery, and for families around the Cincinnati area where I grew up. I have worked in the Capital kids program while attending...
Keziah can also help with: Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
I love Keziah and most importantly, my daughter, who has special needs loves Keziah. We've had her for two years for after school care. She has loved my daughter, taught my daughter about school and life, been my daughter's confidante, tutor, and playmate. My...

Latawnda M.

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Ithea E.


Columbus, OH

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate of the UO. I have taught 9 to 11-year-olds violin, and have babysat 1 to 10-year-olds. I enjoy playing board games, teaching, and coloring with children. I grew up with 1 cat and one dog, though they live with my family still.
Ithea can also help with: Light cleaning

Recent review:

5.0
They were super sweet and responsible and handled my two little bundles of joy (and sometimes chaos ha-ha) very well. Polite and punctual and good with my two dogs and two cats. Would definitely hire again!

Anouchka F.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Columbus, OH

Katherine W.

5.0

We love you Kate! She is super awesome with both our kids. Thanks you for your services.

- Tina G.

Sammie A.

5.0

My son and I have adored having Sammie around this summer. She was very comfortable with my parenting style and kept him engaged. Very happy she was his summer sitter.

- Amber S.

Michelle S.

5.0

Michelle drive my son back and forth to school. She was very reliable and showed up on time.

- Suzy D.

Madison H.

5.0

Madison was a treasure! As a single parent, it can be tough to find someone who is reliable, trustworthy and easy to work with- that was Madison! My child had so much fun with her and always looked forward to seeing her. Madison is the best!

- Janna W.

Isabella R.

5.0

Isabella was a great dog sitter for my family and I. She was extremely sweet and well versed on how to deal with dogs of all kinds. On top of that she was a very personable and respectable young lady. Definitely recommend hiring Isabella to help you out for any dog sitting needs!

- Care member

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Babysitters in Columbus, OH are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 351 reviews of the 1,150 listed babysitters.