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60 babysitters are listed in Centralia, MO
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Centralia, MO
5.0
(3)
Hello, family! I am a professional nanny with over 8 years of child care experience, as well as an associates degree in early childhood development. I have worked in many childcare settings. These range from in-home daycares, nannying (this being the most recent), babysitting, intergenerational daycares, and teaching preschool....
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leslie has worked and cared for children since a young age. She is calm and patient. She is very dependable and willing to be flexible."
Sydney E.
If you need a babysitter, I am open for availability starting from 5 p.m. to 11 pm, Monday through Friday, and all day for the weekends. I have a daughter myself, and I am a daycare teacher as well. I have training in early childhood education. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. I would love to set up a time and I will plan...
Katlyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have worked with all ages and comfortable with infants. Used to work as a lifeguard (4 years) and was working as a phlebotomist for the past 2 years. Previous experience working at a childcare facility, mainly in the infant and 2-year-old rooms.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
My previous job involved caring for elderly in their homes, making sure all their needs were met. I am currently a substitute teacher. From this, I have gained valuable experience caring for people's most vulnerable loved ones in their homes, and watching over many children at once. I am passionate about caring for people, and...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Mckenzie M.
Centralia, MO
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have young siblings who I care for quite often! My mom runs a daycare which I help out in a lot and am excited to help their developing brains learn more!
Mckenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
I began my experience as a home health aide working for an home health care company. I gained experience in low to high needs caregiving, ranging from just light housekeeping to hospice care. I gained further experience after working for a company that provides in home care for individuals with disabilities. There I gained the...
Kendall can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
Hannah A.
Centralia, MO
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, caring
I like working with kids because kids are so unique and have so much personality. Kids have such a big imagination and watching them brings me so much joy
I started working with kids when I was in high school.
My skills include completion of pre nursing, 2 years of...
Emily L.
Hallsville, MO
$11-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I have been babysitting for 7 years for kids of all ages. I have full-time nannied for 2 summers. My duties included caring for children, ensuring a safe environment, preparing meals, driving children to and from activities, and assisting children in school work. I am currently in my second year of nursing school. I am...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Jennifer B.
Sturgeon, MO
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a caring, enthusiastic, and patient childcare provider who loves to have fun with your little ones! I currently work at Columbia College as an athletic trainer and also hold my EMT certification. Throughout my high school and college education, I did a lot of babysitting. The primary families I babysat for was 2 little...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been babysitting/nannying for about six years. I have cared for children ages, two months to 11 years old. I am CPR certified and have my own transportation. I love being involved with the kids and building relationships with the families I care for!
Graci can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace T.
Sturgeon, MO
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!! My name is Grace. I am a very energetic person with experience from working at a daycare, being a babysitter for 4+ years, housekeeping, and dog sitter. I have my CPR certification and am currently a sophomore in college to get a degree in business management.
I am a very organized, clean, professional individual and...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
I am a stay at home mom of 3. I have 2 boys ages 7 and 6 and a daughter that is 3. I have watched children since I was 13. Since having my own I focused on them. Now that they are in school I'm back to watching kids. I am able to watch in my home or yours. In my smoke free home I provide meals, educational surrounding, nap time,...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
I'm very friendly, compassionate and love people. I have my own transportation. I'm flexible and reliable.
Jessica can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Angelica S.
Columbia, MO
$13-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently in my gap year of applying to medical school. I have been babysitting for many years and I have lots of experience with children of various ages. During undergrad, I worked as a nurse technician in the Pediatric/Postpartum unit and also in the nursery. I enjoy doing crafts and being creative.
Maile B.
Columbia, MO
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Maile, I've been a nanny since 2020 and in childcare since 2017. I have experience caring for children of every age group, in a wide variety of settings. I love getting kids involved in music, literacy, and especially the outdoors! As a disabled person on the spectrum, I prioritize each child's individual and unique...
Maile can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Maile babysat for me and was wonderful! She arrive on time and was very responsive to messages. She did a great job with my 3 month old daughter. I would definitely hire her again."
Travis P.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Melissa! I love children, and I am the proud Aunt of 24 nieces and nephews. :) I have both cared for them from newborn to teenage, as well as many other children.
I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Swimming Supervision and transportation.
Open to one time sitting or weekly....
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melissa cared for my 1 year old during the newborn phase of my 2nd child. She was a loving caretaker that will also upheld my expectations.
Melissa has been around young children throughout her life. Caring for them seems like it's just second nature for her. She...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have experience leading a classroom, nannying, watching infants up through high schoolers. I love working with children who need a little extra help, who love to play outside, and who love to do arts and crafts. Reading aloud is my favorite!
Cassidy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"I'd like everyone to know that I'd highly recommend Cassidy! She is professional, dependable, responsible, experienced, kind and FUN! Our family's comfort level and trust for her has been built high enough that last summer we left her to care for our children...
Casey V.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was about 11 years old. I have cared for twins and also I have cared for a little boy with Autism. I am a CNA and I also have my first aid and CPR certifications. I understand how hard it is to find reliable help these days and I'm certain that I would be the perfect fit for just about any...
Shumya can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was very friendly, knowledgeable and caring with our infant son. I would definitely recommend her and use her again in the future."
Robyn C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a social work graduate student looking for a summer nanny position. I currently work in schools providing individual mental health services to elementary-aged children. I have 4 years of childcare experience with children ranging from 2 months to 7 years old. However, I have worked with children and families for over 7 years...
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I supervised Maya during her AmeriCorps service term working in an early literacy program. Maya has a great understanding of child development and knows not only what activities children will enjoy doing, but the "why" behind them and what they learn during the...
Debra A.
Brianna C.
Columbia, MO
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Brianna. I am a student at Mizzou earning my degree in early childhood education and I have been caring for children for about 10 years as a babysitter, a before-and-after-school teacher, and as the second oldest of five siblings. I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages and I enjoy caring for...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Centralia, MO
Leslie N.
5.0
Leslie has taken care of some of my family members when I needed help. She did a very amazing job!
- Betty J.
Maile B.
5.0
Maile babysat for me and was wonderful! She arrive on time and was very responsive to messages. She did a great job with my 3 month old daughter. I would definitely hire her again.
- Travis P.
Melissa F.
5.0
Melissa cared for my 1 year old during the newborn phase of my 2nd child. She was a loving caretaker that will also upheld my expectations.
Melissa has been around young children throughout her life. Caring for them seems like it's just second nature for her. She doesn't get flustered easily with...
- Care member
Cassidy S.
5.0
Cassidy is great with kids of all ages. She is willing to joke around and have fun while also providing order and structure so kids feel safe and comfortable. Cassidy's good attitude makes her a great person to work with.
- Abby M.
Shumya G.
5.0
She was very friendly, knowledgeable and caring with our infant son. I would definitely recommend her and use her again in the future.
- Robyn C.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Centralia, MO:
How can I find a Centralia babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Centralia, MO 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 7 babysitters in Centralia, MO on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Centralia, MO?
The average rate for Centralia, MO babysitters on Care.com is $17.86 per hour as of May 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 Centralia, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Centralia, MO 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.