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Gracey W.

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Saint Louis, MO

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Gracey, I am 19 years old and I am currently a sophomore at Saint Louis University. I have 5 years of paid and unpaid babysitting experience. I started as a nanny for two 5-year-old twins and a 10-year-old boy, full-time in the summer. I then was an after school nanny, throughout high school. I now babysit almost...
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Summertime Nanny/babysitter

Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have several years experience caring for children ranging in age from 8 weeks to 12 years. My experience in caregiving includes driving to after school activities, dropping off and picking up at daycare/school, 9-to-5 nannying, taking kids to the pool/playground, and babysitting in the evening.
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Saint Louis, MO

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Denita. I. I've been working with kids since I was 12. I'm looking to help out a family and their children. I love spending time with children and making sure they have fun yet still are doing what need's to be done. Whether it is aiding in drop-off or spending time with them after school, I am excited to help. I enjoy...
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Awesome Sitter!

Saint Louis, MO

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello I'm Kennedy, I'm a currently an upcoming sophomore attending Southern University and A&M. Majoring in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology! I really enjoy working with kids and also creating a bond with them. I can help with homework, after-school activity's , carpooling and small stuff around the house I have 3 years...
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Creative Play & Learning

Saint Louis, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am currently in between jobs in the non-profit field and looking for a temporary nannying position while I am job searching. I have a degree in art history. I have 10+ years experience working with children. I was a full-time nanny from 2020 through 2023, in addition to babysitting throughout high school and college and into...
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Open Minded And Crafty

Saint Louis, MO

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
As one of the oldest in my family, I have been caring for children since I was 8 years old. I have experience as a nanny and babysitter of multiple children, ages ranging from infant to adolescents. I'm a crafter and a great cook, and have even worked for after school programs at middle, elementary schools, and afterschool...
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Babysitter

Saint Louis, MO

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
As I prepare for my board exams, I am seeking part-time babysitting in St. Paul, MN. With previous experience as a nanny, babysitter, middle school science program instructor, and soccer coach, I have developed a passion for working with children and providing a safe and fun environment for them to grow and learn. During high...
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Saint Louis, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Jessie and I'd love to be your new babysitter I started working with kids when I was 15yrs old at my church nursery. Then I began both babysitting and my nursery job throughout high school. I got my first job at a licensed Montessori school fresh out of high school and worked there for 3yrs. After that, I...
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Babysitting, Pet-sitting, And Tutoring

Saint Louis, MO

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I've been babysitting and pet-sitting on and off for nearly 10 years. I have cared for children ranging from 2 months to 14 years old. I'm comfortable handling multiple children, providing transportation, and assisting with errands and household chores. I am also first aid and CPR certified. Here's a little bit about...
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Happy Sitter!

Belleville, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a very kid loving person. I am a second year third grade teacher! My biggest joy in life is helping kids find their moments and help fuel their curiosity!
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Fun And Experienced Sitter!

Saint Louis, MO

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I worked professionally with special needs children for 2. 5 years. I am calm in chaotic situations and very flexible.
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Saint Louis, MO

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Teona. I recently graduated from Saint Louis University with a BS in health management and public health. Over the past 6 years, I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, in various settings such as homes, after-school programs, and summer camps. I work as a youth program...
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Saint Louis, MO

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I've been a childcare provider for the past 4 years, fostering children's growth and development with a passion and enthusiasm I've had since my first babysitting role. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and friendly personality, allows me to easily connect with children and make their time with me enjoyable...
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Awesome Baby Sitter

Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello, Little bit about me, I am certified in Basic life support CPR for both adults and children. I am currently studying for my EMT license while attending Saint Louis University majoring in business. I love hanging out with kiddos and being creative with them. I am very patient and energetic with children and know their needs...
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Fairview Heights, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I have been babysitting/ nanny for 13+ years now. I am a non-smoker and have my own reliable transportation. I have experience with children from newborn- 13 years old. Including but limited to sensory disorders, speech delay, ADHD and Autism children. And I feel comfortable with watching up to 7 children at a time. I...
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Hi My Name Is Sally. I Am A Mother Of Two Adult Daughters Ages 27 And 29.

Fenton, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
While I was raising my children I would babysit in my home. I watched children of all ages. I have always enjoyed watching a child grow and learn new things.
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Full-time Student Looking For Part-time Work. Available On Weeknights.

Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Aliyah. I'm from University City, living in South City. I'm an attentive, fun, loving, innovated, energetic, honest and very considerate sitter. I've worked with small children, elementary school students, families with multiple children, and families with pets. I've also house sat when needed. I do have...
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Always A Good Day

Saint Louis, MO

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$12/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old. I have babysat for families with only one child up to 4 children. I have also babysat for kids ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years old. I really enjoy hanging with the kids and finding new ways to have fun, I am graduating from Saint Louis University this May with a major of...
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Goofy Guy And Dependable

Saint Louis, MO

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$12/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a former camp counselor who has experience as a babysitter and a volunteer at Clarkson Early Childhood Education.
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Margaret G.'s Photo

Saint Louis, MO

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am an organized, reliable, and caring sitter. I have about 8 years of childcare experience, from infants to middle schoolers. I enjoy playing outside, going on walks, reading, and doing crafts with the children I care for. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology at WashU in 2021, and I am currently pursuing my...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, IL

You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Columbia, IL to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, IL is $15.00. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Columbia, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Columbia, IL can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Columbia, IL.

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