Find babysitters in Kent, OH that you’ll love

189 babysitters are listed in Kent, OH

The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years

Babysitters in Kent, OH

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Isabella R.


Kent, OH

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Performs light housework. Leads children in fun activities. Keeps children's living and play areas tidy. Helps with homework and tutoring as needed. Cares for infants, including feeding, diapering, and dressing.
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Isabella interviewed great. She was up for anything and enthusiastic about getting to know our family. We could not take her on because we are moving, but I would have loved for her to have worked and gotten to know the children."

Maria Z.

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Amy F.


Kent, OH

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Almost Family - Caregiver With References

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love what I do. Caregiving is who I am. I started babysitting a family with five children when I was 11 years old and have continued caregiving in one aspect or another throughout my life. 8 years ago I began exclusively providing private in-home elder care. Most important to me is to treat any person I care for with dignity...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Amy is very caring and reliable . She took care of my 95 year old mother until her passing 💔 "

Care member

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Nina H.


Kent, OH

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Nina and I am 20 years old. I am currently seeking a part time to full time babysitting job! I am able to do anything you may ask, shopping, cleaning, meal prep, etc. I have experience with children of all ages, infant to 12 years old or older. I come from a big family and I am the oldest of 23 grandchildren! I...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nina is very attentive, reliable. She gets both of my boys ready for school every day and gets them on the bus. Nina goes above and beyond my expectations."

Gina V.

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Makenna A.


Kent, OH

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Makenna and I am an experienced babysitter, nanny, & tutor. I got my Bachelor's degree from Kent State University in Early Childhood education.
Makenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Makenna is responsible, caring, and a lot of fun! She was our go to sitter for a year before we had to move. We miss her! She pretended with my 3 kids and even happily tolerated their endless jumping and climbing on her. She was punctual, always did what was asked...

Lisa K.

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Nadia G.


Kent, OH

$28/hr4 yrs exp

Fun College Student Who Loves Kids

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

hi! my name is Nadia and i'm a fashion student at kent state university. i've been babysitting here and there for about 4 years now and I absolutely love kids. I actually have 5 younger siblings so I have a lot of experience with children and infants in general. i'm willing to go to the park, make a quick lunch, help with...
Nadia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Nadia seemed nice and reliable. She communicated well. Unfortunately my hours were not what she was looking for. I'd definitely consider her again if our needs aligned better."

Jason T.

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Emily B.


Kent, OH

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter From A Big Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Emily! I have 2 years of experience with professional babysitting, but coming from a large family (my mother has 6 siblings) I have been watching my younger family members for about 5 years. I am certified in CPR and first aid, I interned at a local preschool my senior year of school, and I took 2 years of college level...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily watches my four children ages 9-3 months and they all love her! She's always on time and my two under two are always asleep for the night by the time my husband and and I come back from date night. Highly recommend!"

Chelsea V.

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Megan N.


Kent, OH

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked at 2 daycares back in my hometown of New York for multiple years, as well as a YMCA summer camp and daycare for one year. I was a gymnastics coach for 4 years and a gymnast/soccer player growing up. I was also a division 1 athlete during my 4 years of undergrad for swimming/diving and love to be active! I am...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great, my daughter loved spending time with her! She was prompt and very respectful and responsible."

Leah K.

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Destiny T.


Kent, OH

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Destiny and I absolutely love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and just make me smile constantly. I am passionate about childcare because there is so much that you can learn from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I've been working with children for seven years as a...
Destiny can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I would highly recommend Destiny! Destiny quickly formed a strong bond with our 3 year old daughter. Her kind and gentle personality was exactly what we were looking for in a sitter/nanny. She is both reliable and highly communicative. We appreciate Destiny's high...

Care member

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Aariahn J.


Kent, OH

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm currently a college student and I love working with kids. I have three younger brothers so I have lots of hands on experience working with different types of kids. I have of experience with kids on the spectrum as I have a younger brother with Autism. I have also worked for many years with kids on the spectrum doing...
Aariahn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Aahrian was amazing! Would hire again in an instant. She was incredibly punctual, immediately started talking to the kids, and got right on the floor with our 3yo. She asked all the right questions and put our fears at ease (it was our first post-pandemic sitter...

Jason M.

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Brenna A.


Kent, OH

$15-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and easy going. I like working with kids because I love kids! I started working with kids when I was about 15 years old.
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Danielle H.


Kent, OH

$17/hr10 yrs exp

About Me:

As a young adult, I completed a childcare course at my local library and received childcare and CPR certificates. I then began providing childcare for family and close friends and later expanded to neighbors and others based on referrals. I am very conscientious and believe in safety first when providing childcare, along with...
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Danielle was very nice. She arrived at the proper time when we met. She communicates well and is straight forward. Unfortunately I believe our location was a bit far for her, and she was able to find something more fitting for her commute."

Jason T.

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Sophia K.


Kent, OH

$12-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Sophia, I Am Currently A Kent State Nursing Major. I've Worked With Kids For 6 Years!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as Fun, Loving, and Caring I like working with kids because I cannot wait to be a mom one day. I always take care of my little cousins when I am home from school. I started working with kids when I turned 16. Ever since my baby cousins Vinny and Asher were born I have helped my aunt and watched...
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sophia was always quick to respond and very pleasant to talk with. She showed up for her interview well dressed and on time. She warmed up right away to our dogs and child. We used Sophia once and she showed up on time for her shift and had no issues! She felt...

Francesca W.

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Jennell L.


Kent, OH

$18-25/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 9 years experience working in a child care setting. I've worked with ages 6 weeks to school ages. I love to work with kids and teach them different skills and do different crafts.
Jennell can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
5.0
"Jennell recently interviewed with us for overnight care of our newborn twins. She arrived on time, with references in hand and was very experienced. We found a better fit for the job we posted, but we will likely work with her in the future."

Jackson W.

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Lila W.


Kent, OH

$20/hr5 yrs exp

A Little About Lila :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I take so much joy in making kids smile and giving them positive and educational experiences. I get along excellent with families and small children- I've been watching my neighbor's kids for years and I've watched them grow into such vibrant and loving people. I love to be creative, tell jokes, play games, and I also strive...
5.0
"I’m a university professor and Lila is a close student. She is WONDERFUL! Fun, silly, so loving. My son is a teen and doesn’t need a sitter but I would choose Lila in a second if he was younger. "

Stephannie M.

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Ella B.


Kent, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Kent State Nursing Student And Babysitter!

Hello! I am currently a nursing student at Kent State looking for a babysitting gig. I have 2 years of experience. I'm very responsible and determined to give your child all the proper care needed. I can help with anything from laundry, housekeeping, carpooling and grocery shopping. I am passionate about being organized, clean...
Ella can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tessa L.


Kent, OH

$12-20/hr1 yrs exp

Flexible Babysitter

Hi there! I'm a flexible and energetic college student looking to give appropriate supervision to your children. I have children in my family I have helped care for and also have experience working at a children's camp. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry.
Tessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amanda R.


Kent, OH

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Camp Counselor, After School Progam Helper, Babysitter!

Hi! I'm Amanda, I'm 21 years old and in school for Personal training/Nutrition! I work with Kent Parks and Rec as an after school progam rec leader at an elementary school. I'm also an Aunt and a cat mom! I have experience with car pooling kids, supervising swim time, grocery shopping and more! I have 10+ years of experience...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Adele B.


Kent, OH

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Super Fun Babysitter

I am a current Kent State student working towards my BA in Biology. I adore children and hope to have a career in pediatrics someday. I do have my own car and would be willing to help out with errands, carpooling, etc. I can be available for last minute date nights and such to take care of your kiddos! I'd love to engage with...
Adele can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Elizabeth A.


Kent, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Ready When You Are!

Hello everyone! My name is Elizabeth, but I go by Liz. I am from New Jersey, but I moved to downtown Cleveland about 2 years ago. I have been babysitting children since I was 16. Children respond to me very positively because I have a huge care and love for kids. I started watching my younger sister and soon for children in my...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Brianna W.


Kent, OH

$10/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hii! My name is Brianna, I have a teaching license Pre-k to 5th grade as well as an Early Childhood degree. I have been nannying for a couple of years now until this past year where I taught Pre-k in school that was a mix between Montessori and play based learning. Using this experience would make the perfect care taker of your...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kent, OH

Isabella R.

5.0

Isabella interviewed great. She was up for anything and enthusiastic about getting to know our family. We could not take her on because we are moving, but I would have loved for her to have worked and gotten to know the children.

- Maria Z.

Amy F.

5.0

Very caring and loving towards my mom Dependable and would recommend her highly

- Care member

Nina H.

5.0

Nina is very attentive, reliable. She gets both of my boys ready for school every day and gets them on the bus. Nina goes above and beyond my expectations.

- Gina V.

Makenna A.

5.0

Makenna is the best sitter we ever had. She has been watching L. since he was almost 2 years old (he is 5 now). L. has always been very energetic and active, and Makenna has been a baby whisperer from day one. She is sweet and dependable and L. loves her. He actually gets excited when he knows she...

- Gislaine F.

Nadia G.

5.0

Nadia was really nice and my 10 month old really liked her. she did a great job and I would hire her again.

- Janae M.

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Average Rating4.3 / 5

Babysitters in Kent, OH are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 189 listed babysitters.