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Vera G.

My Current Availability Is Full Time Or Part Time

Blue Springs, MO

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Vera. I have an Associate's degree in Culinary. I got tired working as Manager, Asst. Manager, Ex. Chef and cook for 30 years. I'm ready to change my job. I speak English, but I have an accent. My prime language is Lithuania and Russian languages. I'm good in medical assisting too. In high school I had to attend...
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Julia M.

Experienced & Energetic Childcare Provider

Kansas City, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Julia. I graduated from the University of Kansas in 2023 and currently work in the fitness industry. I'm looking to take on additional hours and would love the opportunity to work with your family. Caring for children has always been a big part of my life. I have over 10 years of experience babysitting and...
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Maria G.

Kansas City, MO

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I am a passionate and experienced childcare provider dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of children. With many experience, I have honed my skills in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. My calm and approachable nature allows me to build strong relationships with...
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Evelyn D.

Kansas City, MO

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
I started my baby sitting journey when I was 10, might seem young but I'm from a big Arkansas family. We were raised to be responsible and caring for each other. It was 11 kids to 2 adults and my dad was the only one that worked. So I understand the need for help or just a break. I don't mind last minute request especially if...
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Claire D.

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I would like to start with saying thank you for your consideration of me. My name is Claire, I'm a newly-married college student working towards my teaching degree, and I have about 2 years of child care experience at a daycare focusing on early childhood education. In my 2 years of being a two's teacher, along with a...
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Haley B.

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I'm a passionate childcare provider with a decade of experience in caring for children of all ages. My journey into childcare began with my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. As a parent of three beautiful children, ages 10, 6, and 5, one of whom has autism, I understand the unique needs and challenges that...
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Regina W.

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for a couple different families ages ranging from new born twins to teenagers. I've helped with staying the night when brought home from hospital to taking to college. Along with taken care of children I have also helped out with errands, appointments and dinners.
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Raiyn P.

Experienced College Aged Sitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$9/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hey there! My name is Raiyn, I'm 23 years old, and working with children is something I found fit for me at a very young age. I've got 10 years of child care experience from date night/regular sitting and overnights to before/after school programs and daycare. Since completing high school I've attended UC Denver majoring in...

Da Vitta Z. says "Ni'jah put my mind at ease when finding a sitter for my son. He enjoyed having her provide him care. She was punctual, dependable, and had no issues...

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Becky G.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Growing up the oldest of 7, I naturally became a babysitter/mommy's-little-helper at a young age. In 2001, I moved to Kansas City for my first nanny job. Since then, I've helped families in many states. Over the years, I have worked in several fields, but began again in 2016 to do more regular childcare. I have some college ed...

Sarah C. says "Becky is currently our nanny for our almost 1 year old twins Mon-Thurs and I'd highly recommend her. Our children adore her and they are so happy every...

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Courtney W.

Shawnee, KS

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I have been watching kids since I was 15. After high school I started summer nannying and then found some long term families that I have become close with. I love being able to help kids grow in life skills with learning ABC's to 5th grade math. I am a mother to 3 children and life is busy, but it is nice to be able to use my 15...

Lori B. says "Courtney is wonderful and my children love her. I would definitely recommend her. "

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Alice R.

Nurturing Nanny

Kansas City, KS

4.0(1)
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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have experience in babysitting, nannying, teaching in the classroom, and homeschooling. I enjoy sharing in exploring the world around me with others, especially through cooking and crafting.

Brian P. says "Alice cared for our 11 and 8 year old for several months while they attended on-line school. She did a great job helping them with their schoolwork,...

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Beatriz B.

Experienced And Certified Babysitter And Nanny

Prairie Village, KS

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting for the past 16 years and love being able to work with children! I have had experience with children of all ages and needs. During the summers of my high school and college years I was a nanny for multiple families, ranging from full time care of 4 children to part time care of 1 child. I would often help...

Rachael W. says "We were in Vail for just the weekend. She was wonderful with our two boys, 19 months and 4 year old. If we are ever in Vail again we'll definitely hire...

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Jessica H.

Experienced Caregiver To Children With All Different Abilities

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been in the professional field of caregiving for the past 10 years. I began working at a day service for special needs individuals in 2014 and fell in love with caregiving. Since discovering this field, I have acquired skills including g-tube feeding, medication administration, transporting, bathing/dressing/diapering...

Natalie J. says "Jessica was so amazing with my girl, A, at her special needs after school and summer program that I HAD to steal some of her time for just us at our...

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Marilyn G.

Babysitter/ Nanny

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Marilyn and I am looking for a part time babysitting. I have just started nursing school at Avila University and my profile has my free time updated. Please message me! I graduated from Mizzou in May with a degree in health science and am currently pursuing an accelerated nursing degree . I am a licensed,...

Care Member says "We used her for the first time recently, and will definitely be using her again! She was on time, communicative, and did a fantastic job with J (who was...

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Haley S.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Haley, I live in Kansas City. I have been a nanny for 14 years to multiple families in the LS, KC, and Boulder, CO area. My love for working with kids came from my mom who ran a daycare in our home for most of my life. I started babysitting at the age of 12, became an after school nanny at 17, and finally a full...

Stacie F. says "Haley was a nanny for our newborn until he was 18 months. She was always on time and incredibly respectful of our family and home. She was patient and...

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Hannah E.

Kansas City, KS

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Hannah and I'm an experienced and caring babysitter and nanny. I'm 28 years old and have a 10-month-old. I currently work as a receptionist as a Vets office part time. I'm happy to watch kiddos for date nights or early mornings. I have worked as an assistant teacher in the infant/toddler room at a reputable PTO...

Kelly M. says "I couldn't have made it through the week without Hannah's help! I'm a single mom of a firecracker 4 yr old son, and he can't stop talking about how much...

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Tara P.

Part-Time Babysitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Tara and I am 21 years old. I have been babysitting kids since I was in middle school and have experience in all age groups and I am very comfortable with them. I have five younger cousins and I have been babysitting them since they were very young. I also worked at Chuck E. Cheese for 3. 5 years and had a lot of...

Laurie W. says "Tara has sat for my son several times and is always punctual and very conscientious. Really nice sitter and my son likes her a lot!"

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Kitana R.

Kind And Patient Sitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience sitting, but have grown up around kids my whole life as I come from a large family. I am currently pursuing a psychology degree. I can help with travel, school, fun activities, and more. My values are in love, patience, and effective communication.

Kristen H. says "Kitana was great with my 2 and 5 yr old. She is wonderful playing creative games with them and patient when they are testing boundaries. I have already...

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Shanice W.

International Teacher With Several Years Of Experience

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! Thank you for stopping by my profile. I am a 32-year-old international teacher with several years of babysitting/child care experience. I have a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Special Education. I have experience with children from infants to teenagers. I have my own transportation and I...

Jasmine B. says "Ms. Shanice is AMAZING! If I can give her 100 stars, I would. She helped us with our very energetic 2 year old son and he clicked with her immediately....

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Natalie V.

Caregiver/Tutor!

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have my bachelors degree in education as well as a masters in education!

Jennifer T. says "I was worried about leaving my son with someone I did not know very well, but Natalie very quickly put my heart and mind at ease. She is incredibly...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $14.27/hr as of April 2026

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Independence, MO

After School Babysitters in Independence, MO are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Raiyn P.

Ni'jah put my mind at ease when finding a sitter for my son. He enjoyed having her provide him care. She was punctual, dependable, and had...

- Da Vitta Z.

Becky G.

Becky is currently our nanny for our almost 1 year old twins Mon-Thurs and I'd highly recommend her. Our children adore her and they are so...

- Sarah C.

Courtney W.

Courtney is wonderful and my children love her. I would definitely recommend her.

- Lori B.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Independence, MO

You can review 11 after school babysitter profiles near you in Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO is $14.27. 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 Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO.

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