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179 babysitters are listed in Akron, OH
The average rate is $13/hr as of January 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Akron, OH
Denise P.
Akron, OH
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny/Preschool Teacher With Well Over 30+ Years Of Experience
4.4
(12)
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I am an experienced nanny and preschool teacher, babysitter, camp counselor, Sunday school teacher and more. I have my associate's degree in Child Development with well over 30+ years of experience in child care. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and have always enjoyed caring and working with...
Recent Review:
5.0
Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for Kindergarten. He's at the top of his class! Her specialty is...
Reviewed by Amber L.
Catherine W.
Akron, OH
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
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I enjoy children and get a lot of joy out of nurturing and teaching them! I am physically fit, CPR certified for infants and children, and I have my own reliable transportation. I am a positive person who gets along with everyone. I can provide references upon request. I have experience with all age...
Recent Review:
5.0
Cathy is a lovely babysitter and was able to come on rather short notice. She was kind and after just meeting her, we had confidence leaving our kids with her. Thanks Cathy!
Reviewed by Jen S.
Isabela S.
Akron, OH
$12-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Isabela! I absolutely love children and have had the opportunity to work with so many kids over the years as a sibling of 7, camp counselor, leader, babysitter, and more! I have had many years of experience with children, pets, housekeeping, etc. My goal is to be an example to the...
Recent Review:
5.0
Isabela is such a sweet individual. We hired her as a date night sitter for our first night away from our son and will absolutely use her again!
Reviewed by Marcelina G.
Jennifer J.
Akron, OH
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(9)
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I am 21 years old and an Early Childhood Education/Special Ed major at the University of Akron. I also take classes in music and dance, and love to sing and learn languages. I've been babysitting since I was 11, and have experience with kids of all ages (3 mo-14 yrs). I plan to change the world...
Recent Review:
5.0
Jennifer is wonderful. We worked with her 1-2 days per week over the span of 3 months. Jennifer helped care for our 3-6 month old while I worked from home. Jennifer was very patient, caring, and so sweet to our...
Reviewed by Carissa S.
Allison E.
Akron, OH
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi I'm Allison! I am currently a special education teacher, but I have been working with kids for as long as I can remember. I have experience babysitting, working at a daycare, a summer camp, teaching at public & private preschools, and as a nanny. I love getting to meet so many new families and...
Recent Review:
5.0
Allison has watched our 4 kids from the time our youngest was a baby. She is very interactive and assertive with the kids. They all love her and always ask when she is coming back over! She is very dependable...
Reviewed by Sarah P.
Savannah M.
Akron, OH
$13-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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I have been babysitting since 12 years old, and professionally babysitting since the age of 16. I am the oldest of 7 siblings. I love being around children, and they seem to love being around me! I am a very organized person and love to clean! I have cared for children ages newborn- school age. I am...
Recent Review:
5.0
Savannah started babysitting at 10. she has experience taking care of special needs children. Savannah is responsible respectful and very dependable. She cleans and knows how to cook. She will be an asset to...
Reviewed by Cherl P.
5.0
(2)
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I have babysat for children many times throughout my 27 years ranging in age from 1 month-15 years old. I also completed an internship working with children with behavioral issues during my junior year of college. Currently, I am a graduate student at UAkron. I have a masters degree in psychology...
Katie W.
Akron, OH
$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A Fun, Responsible, And Reliable Babysitter. I Love Kids And Enjoy Spending Time With Them!
5.0
(1)
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I babysat a young autistic girl for about two years. It was natural for me to spend time with her and to meet all of her needs and wants. I also have the great opportunity to volunteer at Royal Family Kids Camp every summer. I have been doing so since the summer of 2018. I connect well with children...
5.0
(1)
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Hi, i'm nicole. i'll tell you a little about myself first. I love the outdoors and love people. Some of my hobbies are running and being outdoors.
now to talk about my experience with babysitting. i've had almost 4 years of experience with kids ages 3-12. I also do lots of house cleaning. I like to...
Josephine R.
Akron, OH
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a professional, licensed babysitter babysitting/nannying full time while I go to school online. I am extremely active and love to take the kids outside to go for walks or hang out at the park. I am also a huge fan of arts and crafts, or just snuggling up to watch a movie before bed. I love to...
5.0
(2)
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I have more than 13 years of experience in being a nanny. I have cared for children from the age of 1 day to 15 years and up to 6 children at a time! I have had parenting, preschool and Early Childhood Education classes and I'm always updating my knowledge in new courses. Personally I love the...
5.0
(1)
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I've worked at an in-home daycare and babysat for friends and family. Ages 6 months to 13 years. I also nannied a toddler, and took care of a group ages 4-11, up to 7 seven at a time for a few months. I love encouraging kids to engage. Tell me what you're comfortable with and we can cook, go to...
5.0
(1)
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This past school year was my 10th year teaching. I have mostly taught middle school kids with learning disabilities. I am looking to help babysit, care for dogs/cats/bunnies etc, run errands, help people with disabilities, and so forth.
Michelle J.
Akron, OH
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I am a Licensed Practical Nurse with current CPR certification for adults and infants/children. My primary experience is caring for adults and seniors but as a teenager I did babysitting for neighborhood children. I have worked with children aged infant-school aged (7-10). I am able to change...
5.0
(5)
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Hi, I'm Amanda! I love caring for children (and pets). I took a babysitting training class at Red Cross in 2012 and have been babysitting/nannying off and on ever since. I enjoy reading, music, playing games, and doing crafts.
I am currently working with a family so I will need to provide them with...
Deshanetia B.
Akron, OH
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hello my Name is DeShanetia B. I go by Shane because it's easier for kids to pronounce. I'm 28 years old and currently working on getting back in school for early childhood education. I have experience working in a daycare. I don't smoke. I have a 5-year-old daughter that is attending kindergarten...
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I'm Tiffany. I recently moved back to OH from CO after graduation from Naropa University. I'm looking for a position working with another awesome family from Care. com. I have nannied children of all ages from newborn to 12 yrs for the past 10 years. I absolutely fall in love with all of the...
5.0
(1)
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My name is Kaitlin, but you can call me Kaity. I am 29 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I have many years of experience working with children of different ages and needs. I have worked 3 years in childcare facilities and several years as a professional nanny. I love kids...
5.0
(3)
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Looking for 30hrs a week. I am an art school college grad and CPR/First Aid trained as well as PMT certified. I have taken the Red Cross babysitting course 3 times in my 32 years of living. I am a seasoned, loving, enthusiastic childcare provider who loves to participate in fun, creative and...
5.0
(3)
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My name is Natalie and I graduated from the University of Akron in 2020 with my bachelors degree in social work. After college I began working with a Shelter and have found that I am most fulfilled making a difference in the lives of the children that came through our shelter.
My current position...
Recent Review:
5.0
Natalie has moved to the top of the list of our regular sitters after watching my two sons (toddler and infant) a couple times. She is easy to communicate and plan dates with and adaptable to change. Natalie...
Reviewed by Kelsey P.
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Recent babysitter reviews in Akron, OH
Denise P.
5.0
Denise is organized and very knowledgeable about child developmental markers. She did all of the preschool work with our son and prepared him for Kindergarten. He's at the top of his class! Her specialty is taking ideas or topics of interest to the child and incorporating them into the lessons...
- Amber L.
Catherine W.
5.0
Cathy is a lovely babysitter and was able to come on rather short notice. She was kind and after just meeting her, we had confidence leaving our kids with her. Thanks Cathy!
- Jen S.
Isabela S.
5.0
Isabela is such a sweet individual. We hired her as a date night sitter for our first night away from our son and will absolutely use her again!
- Marcelina G.
Jennifer J.
5.0
Jennifer is wonderful. We worked with her 1-2 days per week over the span of 3 months. Jennifer helped care for our 3-6 month old while I worked from home. Jennifer was very patient, caring, and so sweet to our baby girl. Reading her books, singing her beautiful songs in multiple languages, playing...
- Carissa S.
Allison E.
5.0
Allison has watched our 4 kids from the time our youngest was a baby. She is very interactive and assertive with the kids. They all love her and always ask when she is coming back over! She is very dependable and trustworthy!
- Sarah P.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Akron, OH:
How much do babysitters charge in Akron, OH?
The average rate for Akron, OH babysitters on Care.com is $13.94 per hour as of January 2023. 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.
How do I find a babysitter near me in Akron, OH?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Akron, 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 179 babysitters in Akron, 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Akron, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Akron, OH through Care.com. As of 2023, 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.