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134 babysitters are listed in Lakewood, OH
The average rate is $16/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Lakewood, OH
Abby W.
Lakewood, OH
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter,Nanny,Pet Care, Errands,Special Needs. Senior Care Etc.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a married mother of a 32-year-old son. I'm looking to watch your children nights, and weekends. I love children and have lots of free time to provide world class service! I enjoy taking field trips around Cleveland, and exposing children to different experiences. I am currently looking for date night sitting during the...
Abby can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is really careful and responsible! Great sitter!"
Rita L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello all! I am an ambitious, hard-working nanny looking for some occasional babysitting positions. My love and experience with children is the product of being the eldest of 8 siblings and working as a nanny for many years. So, I'm very used to all ages and genders. It's important to me that I create a caring and loving...
Maja can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot express how lucky I feel to have had Maja work for us this past summer (2022). During a turbulent time for our family (a cross country move, a cross town move, and a new baby) Maja helped create such a stable and happy environment for our 2 year old (who...
Allison P.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am an early childhood education major, I am currently taking a year off before finishing my student teaching. Because of my experience in schools, I am well equipped to help kids with homework or even tutor them in areas of concern. I am passionate about spending time outdoors and being active and like to encourage kids to...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"This was my first time using Care.com and I could not have been happier with Molly. She was friendly, punctual and reliable. I would recommend Molly to anyone who needed a sitter in the Mayfield Heights area."
Beth G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an experienced and loving babysitter, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing and fun environment for your children. My passion for childcare comes from my own childhood and caring for my siblings. I pride myself on my ability to connect with children and ensure they feel comfortable and happy while in my care. Whether...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Lauren. She has been watching my daughter for a few years now and I am beyond impressed with her level of care and attention. She always genuinely cares about my daughter's well-being and has taken the time to get to know her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Hannah and I'm looking for a part time nanny position for the summer months with hopes of continuing into the '24-'25 school year. I currently nanny for 3 kids in the Cleveland area but will no longer be needed once school is over :/ I am CPR certified, I do not smoke, and I have my own car with a great record. Any pets...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Our kids enjoy having Hannah babysit them. She engages them in activities (minimizes screen time), is kind, and is responsible. Hannah is a great fit for our family!"
Seema L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Daniella. I have been babysitting since I was 14. I am 28 years old so I have a lot of experience with all ages. At JCU I studied Early Childhood Education to become a Teacher. I absolutely love kids and I love to play/hang out with them. As an Education major, I have taken many classes on development so I am...
Daniella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is the most loving person. She loved and cared for my kid like her own. As a teacher, she made sure my 2 years old teach multiple things."
Poonam M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families- My name is Allee and I am a professional nanny, looking for a full-time position, located in Cleveland.
I graduated in 2017 from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a bachelors of science in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in child, youth, and family development. I worked...
Allee can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allee has been our house manager/nanny for the past 3 years and we couldn't be happier with her. She takes care of our two young sons, assists with household errands, meal prep and light housekeeping for the children. Allee is punctual, reliable and has the perfect...
Sarah F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jenna. I was a first-grade aftercare teacher last year for a charter school in Atlanta and recently moved back to my hometown in Ohio. It was a learning experience, yes, but it showed me just how much I enjoy teaching children. They have this boundless energy and excitement for life, unabashedly themselves, and...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Great with the kids, Jenna showed up early to get a rundown of how I wanted everything done and what the kids did or did not need. The kids had a great time, and she was excellent with my son (4) and my daughter (8) I will definitely hire her again."
Bryan S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am in my third year of teaching as a high school math teacher. As a high school teacher, I interact with teenagers on a daily basis. In addition, I worked as a camp counselor for 2 years where I was responsible for overseeing children ages 6-12. Last year I babysat 3 days a week for 2 children ages 2 and 5....
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alicia is very kind, respectful, and caring. She is knowledgeable in different types of math. I have experienced her teaching skills firsthand. She has thoroughly explained topics I had been confused about in math especially trigonometry in a way that I could...
Annamarie T.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Britny. I work as a teacher in both the math and gifted department . I have been working with children for over 15 years. I have served as a nanny, tutor, babysitter, and worked at several daycares. I have worked closely with all ages from newborn -high school aged students . I am available babysitting/tutoring in...
Britny can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Britny is communicative, energetic and a delight to have around. The first time she came over, Britny had a calm yet confident presence and took immediate charge! She could tell I was stressed in the moment and reassured me she had it under control. Britny is...
Jenna E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Carrie! I am currently a graduate student at Cleveland State. I am pursuing my master's in speech-language pathology. I love getting to know kids and watch them become confident in themselves and their ideas. I am inspired by children, and value them as equals. With this being said, I have had my fair share of...
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carrie watched my 3 children for 2 summers and was fantastic! She was punctual, creative, fun, and always took excellent care of them. We all adore her and would have her back to care for the kids anytime available. She does a great job compromising on different...
Andrea K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always loved caring for children. I began volunteering at my church when I was 13. I loved helping out in the nursery and pre-school aged group on Sundays in addition to the summer camps they provided. All through high school I continued to volunteer and took paid babysitting gigs. I just re-located to the Cleveland area...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Olivia for a one night event, she was great! She was on time, flexible (she stopped and picked up a pizza on the way), and our son had so much fun with her! Would definitely hire her again."
Tracy J.
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, adventurous, and grounding
I like working with kids because it is extremely rewarding as well as something I have always been good at.
I started working with kids when I was 10! I started babysitting the neighborhood kids, and as I got older I started nannying.
In my spare time, I...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great help with occasionally babysitting. Very comforta le and friendly with school-age children. "
Care member
Moira B.
Lakewood, OH
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I like working with kids because I enjoy watching them learn and grow. I was the oldest of seven and always find joy in teaching my little siblings new things!
I started working with kids after a babysitting class at 12 years old. I am now 27 and continue to work in childcare when I get the opportunity.
In my spare time, I...
5.0
"Moira has been helping me for 6+ months with my special needs daughter. Moira is professional, punctual and TRUSTWORTHY!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, and reliable.
I like working with kids because I love seeing them learn. I enjoy helping children succeed in their school work but also enjoy teaching them new activities or to achieve milestones.
I'm looking for a position that is consistent in schedule. I do work from home...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Stephanie is absolutely wonderful and we cannot recommend her enough. She provided full-time care for our 4 month old daughter while we transitioned back to work and made what could have been a very stressful experience so much more manageable. Not only is she...
Elizabeth S.
Deidre C.
Lakewood, OH
$23-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate student and Mama of two! Aside from having my own babes I have 7 years experience working with children , I specialize with infants, I am CPR certified and I have background education in early childhood education I also implement a Montessori method of education and have a gentle parenting style approach....
Deidre can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Deidre is an incredible young lady. She is polite, cheerful, caring, mature, knowledgeable, experienced, motivated and an absolute delight to speak to. She is attending college to become a Pediatric nurse. Her schedule and our needs were a perfect match. At the...
Sanja N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emma and I am passionate about education. I posses both a bachelor's and master's degree and have over 5 years of tutoring experience including a TESOL certificate. I have privately tutored about 20 students locally as well as over 3, 000 Chinese students online whom I taught English. I have extensive...
5.0
(2)
Hello!
My name is Tolu (toe-loo) and I am seeking a caregiving role for an active and creative family!
I intentionally work to advocate on behalf of children and their families.
I come from a large family and have 10 nephews and 1 niece (1 more on the way, all under 9). Accidents and tantrums due to a Cat Boy toy being lost...
Tolulope can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I have utilized Tolu a number of times for daytime babysitting. Tolu took a genuine interest in my child (~1 year old) and was comfortable following our daily routine. My child was at ease with Tolu and let her hold them immediately, which is unusual! Tolu is...
Megan A.
5.0
(3)
I am a high school math teacher, so tutoring is part of my every day teaching experience. I work directly with students ages 14-17. In the past 3 years I have taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry, however, I am also licensed to teach all other math courses in grades 7-12. Additionally, at the University of Dayton I worked...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am a licensed independent social worker and child therapist. I'm 25 years old and have a passion for working with kids of all ages. I am an animal lover and have a safe, reliable car.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Lauren occasionally takes care of my 3.5 month old on the weekends. She's punctual, flexible, nice, and follows instructions."
Marta K.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakewood, OH
Abby W.
5.0
Abby is very flexible and great with kids. We were in town for a family wedding and while we were at the wedding she took our kids to a nearby playground, got them dinner, and tucked them in! Not easy with a 1 year old and a 4 year old, which speaks to how great she is with children. Very...
- Moira C.
Maja Z.
5.0
I cannot express how lucky I feel to have had Maja work for us this past summer (2022). During a turbulent time for our family (a cross country move, a cross town move, and a new baby) Maja helped create such a stable and happy environment for our 2 year old (who absolutely adored her). Maja...
- Allison P.
Molly P.
4.0
This was my first time using Care.com and I could not have been happier with Molly. She was friendly, punctual and reliable. I would recommend Molly to anyone who needed a sitter in the Mayfield Heights area.
- Beth G.
Lauren K.
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about Lauren. She has been watching my daughter for a few years now and I am beyond impressed with her level of care and attention. She always genuinely cares about my daughter's well-being and has taken the time to get to know her and engage in fun activities that...
- Care member
Hannah F.
5.0
Our kids enjoy having Hannah babysit them. She engages them in activities (minimizes screen time), is kind, and is responsible. Hannah is a great fit for our family!
- Seema L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lakewood, OH:
How can I find a Lakewood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lakewood, OH 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 134 babysitters in Lakewood, OH on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Lakewood, OH?
The average rate for Lakewood, OH babysitters on Care.com is $16.64 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 Lakewood, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lakewood, OH 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 Lakewood, OH babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Lakewood, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews of the 134 listed babysitters.