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580 babysitters are listed in Lexington, KY
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Lexington, KY
5.0
(11)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ella,
I have been babysitting for over seven years, starting with my own younger siblings and then expanding to help out my neighbors and family friends. Through these experiences, I have developed strong skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of various age groups.
I...
Ella can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ella was great! Punctual, responsible, responsive and my three kids said they had fun with her. She watched them in a hotel room while we were in town fir a show. All went very smoothly!"
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hi my name is Stormie! I am 22 years old and I have been working with kids for a few years now, Im an education major and I'll be working with kids most of my life! I love children so much! I am a certified daycare worker and I'm also CPR certified! Right now I do have another job, but my boss is wonderful and helps me keep a...
Stormie Kai can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stormie just turned 21 years old. She is working full time at her first job ever since 16yrs old and in Midway college full time to become a teacher . She started a daycare inside of champs and is running that on top of her full time job. She also teaches children...
Shannon S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a professional dance teacher in Lexington and am looking for a great family to work for!
I have taught kids ages 1+ for over 6 years with and without special needs, as well as babysat children ages 9 months and older for about 6 years now.
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Samantha is a wonderful sitter! On the weekends she assists us with our twin 9 year old boys and our 10 month old baby girl. She is always on time and very professional. I highly recommend her!"
Candi M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been looking after little ones for over 13 years - have worked as a babysitter, nanny, Au Pair abroad, and in professional childcare. I have engaged with children of varied ages, backgrounds, languages and needs. Each has been a unique joy and have all taught me remarkably valuable lessons.
I personally love making...
Kyla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kyla watched my toddler and infant for a date night out and did an excellent job. She was very responsive and punctual throughout the interview process, and did a great job with the kiddos. My toddler was enchanted by her--she's got great energy. I would definitely...
Meg A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to 17 years old. I have years of experience with children as a nanny, babysitter, and summer camp counselor. I have been first aid and CPR certified. I absolutely love children of all ages and my many experiences with kiddos from a variety of backgrounds has provided me with...
Beka can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Beka is awesome. She is very engaging with the kids and very sweet. Lovely young lady who we will enjoy hiring again as soon as this virus is over."
Kelly D.
Anna F.
Lexington, KY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
COVID Vaccinated Nanny/Babysitter With 11 Years Of Childcare Experience Seeking Part Time Position
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids my entire life in both in-home and professional settings. I began babysitting at the age of 12. As a teenager I worked in an aftercare program with children ages 4-12 where I helped with homework, resolved conflicts, and created engaging activities for them to enjoy during their wait. I also worked as a...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Anna is great with my boys. She is always 15 minutes early, she is always willing to stay late if necessary and I think she is a wonderful nanny. I would highly recommend Anna."
Sadie S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kayla, I am 24 years old. I have 5+ years experience nannying and tutoring children between the ages of 15 months and 14 years old. I also have experience with children in high-stress environments, with running summer camp two summers in a row and teaching young children horse riding lessons and the skills necessary...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kayla was terrific with our boys; she came over the night before to meet them and for 2 days managed all their school drop-offs and pick ups, and did a gym class and a grocery pick up for us. One of our kids has ADHD and the other has a significant speech delay,...
Keisa F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a nanny and mom to a 5-year-old child. I have several years of experience caring for children as well as a clean driving record. CPR and AED certified by the red cross. familiar with sensory seeking and special needs children and comfortable with pets.
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is a great babysitter for our one year old girl. She communicates and sends us pictures of all the activities she has planned. The pictures always cheer me up especially when I'm having a bad day at work. We feel very comfortable leaving our daughter with...
Alicia M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Cecilia and I have 2 years paid experience with childcare. I worked for my church for about 6 months within the 2-year-old classroom. I also worked for about a year and a half at a childcare facility with the toddlers and preschoolers. I love the kiddos so much and always have so much fun with them! CPR &...
5.0
"Cecilia was very nice and my daughter loved her! She was punctual and reliable and I would definitely hire her again. I highly recommend hiring her!"
Cuff B.
Morgan B.
Lexington, KY
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
My Goal Is To Make Your Life A Little Easier! I'm Open To Clean, Cook, Run Errands & Babysit!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Morgan. I was born and raised in Lexington, KY. All throughout high school I babysit kids from the age of 1-7 years old. I'm also a real estate/family and portrait photographer. This will be my last winter semester at BYU so I can focus on earning my real estate license. I enjoy the outdoors, cooking amazing food,...
5.0
"Morgan is fantastic. She goes above and beyond to help with what you ask her to do and what she sees needs to be done."
Andra E.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Lorna. I am the middle of 3 sisters, and I have been babysitting for many years. I have a lot of experience with children from newborn to 12 years. I am very comfortable and confident with all ages. I love creating little projects with kids. I love baking, reading, playing outside, and biking as activities,...
5.0
"Lorna is fantastic! She watched my infant full time for several weeks and did such a great job. She's responsible, caring, and very kind. "
Aleena R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am well-organized and cheerful. Have been babysitting for family's since the sixth grade. Am willing to help with errands, picking up and taking kids to places, babysitting at homes, and anything else you may need!
Ann Marie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ann Marie is an attentive, caring, organized, and flexible sitter. She instantly connected with our child and became a part of our family. I have no reservations about hiring Ann Marie in this capacity. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I love children & have 20years of child care experience. I'm a single Mom to my amazing 3year-old daughter! I would love to help care for the most important part of your world! {CPR & First Aid certified}.
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I literally could not recommend Kimberly enough, she was able to step in and care for my baby girl with ease. She has a way with children that just allows them to trust her. She is punctual and a fantastic communicator. I know my baby is in great hands and I don't...
Tanya F.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for roughly a decade now! I have cared for numerous children of varying ages and have connected with many great families. During my Undergraduate days I spent my time working as a nanny with children who aged from 8 weeks to 9 years old. I have always enjoyed working with children and find it to be...
Kinsleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kinsleigh to babysit our two girls, ages 6 years and 17 months, while we were visiting Kentucky on vacation. It's hard to leave your children with someone you haven't met before, but Kinsleigh immediately made everyone feel very comfortable and confident...
Kristin H.
Samantha D.
Lexington, KY
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Samantha and I've been a babysitter for over 11 years. I also was an early childhood educator for 3 years working with ages from 12-24 months. I currently work full time at La Petite Academy. I am available most nights and weekends. I have two younger siblings whom I have been caring for since they were born. I...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha was a joy to work with. My kids loved playing with her, and she was attentive to their needs at all times. She was flexible with her schedule, and returned my calls/texts in a timely manner. She was mindful of keeping my home clean while the boys played...
Cassandra C.
Sierra R.
Lexington, KY
$11-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Sierra! I'm a sophomore here at university of kentucky studying marketing and business management. I recently moved from Florida where I worked at Walt Disney World in entertainment. I've also been nannying and babysitting since I was 14. I've worked with many different kinds of kids and age ranges. I have loved...
5.0
"Sierra was awesome, great with the kids and reliable!"
Care member
Lauren D.
Lexington, KY
$11-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 8 years of experience in baby-sitting/ nannying children within a wide range of ages. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I am a sophomore at the University of Kentucky studying in Kinesiology on a pre track for physical therapy.
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely love having Lauren as our sitter. She's amazing with our boys and they are so happy when she comes they can't say their goodbyes to us quick enough. Looking forward to hiring her again!"
Jacquelyn L.
5.0
(1)
I've loved working with kids since I was a kid myself, I'm the oldest in my family I was always babysitting my siblings and other family members. I am very caring, patient, and responsible. When I was 19 I started working at a daycare full time and I loved it! I worked there for two years, I recently quit due to a move and I am...
Kaeleigh can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaeleigh was reliable, neat and tidy, on time, and engaged with our kids. They really liked spending two days with her leading up to the start of school. They did a variety of activities and seemed happy at the end of the day. Thank you, Kaeleigh! "
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Emma C.
Lexington, KY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Emma C. I am a 21-year-old college student at the University of Kentucky. I have previous experience working with children of various ages.
Emma can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Very nice and my daughter loved her. She was reliable and prompt. I recommend her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have helped my elderly parents and my husband's aunt with Alzheimer's for the past 10+ years with everything from running them to doctors appointments to packing and unpacking following a move to companionship to helping my dad write his life story. I am patient and inquisitive and love hearing people's stories.
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
5.0
"Julie helped me out with my older brother who has a number of chronic conditions and needed help sorting through his medicines and keeping track of things. Since I live out of state, she was my "boots on the ground". Reliable, friendly, efficient, honest and caring...
Catherine Z.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lexington, KY
Ella K.
5.0
Ella was great! Punctual, responsible, responsive and my three kids said they had fun with her. She watched them in a hotel room while we were in town fir a show. All went very smoothly!
- Care member
Stormie Kai P.
5.0
Stormie just turned 21 years old. She is working full time at her first job ever since 16yrs old and in Midway college full time to become a teacher . She started a daycare inside of champs and is running that on top of her full time job. She also teaches children skate on Saturday morning and she...
- Shannon S.
Samantha K.
5.0
Samantha is a very sweet girl! She is very friendly, has an overall great personality, was always on time, & most importantly I felt comfortable leaving my 17 month old in her care while I was away from the house. My daughter was offered a spot at an Early Learning Center after a 6 month long wait...
- Ashleigh L.
Kyla H.
5.0
Kyla watched my toddler and infant for a date night out and did an excellent job. She was very responsive and punctual throughout the interview process, and did a great job with the kiddos. My toddler was enchanted by her--she's got great energy. I would definitely hire Kyla again.
- Meg A.
Beka H.
5.0
Beka is awesome. She is very engaging with the kids and very sweet. Lovely young lady who we will enjoy hiring again as soon as this virus is over.
- Kelly D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lexington, KY:
How can I find a Lexington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lexington, KY 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 579 babysitters in Lexington, KY on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.3. 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 Lexington, KY?
The average rate for Lexington, KY babysitters on Care.com is $14.72 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 Lexington, KY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Babysitters in Lexington, KY are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 128 reviews of the 580 listed babysitters.