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Millie B.
La Plata, MO
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an energetic and creative young college graduate with about eight years of experience working with children. From the time I was 13, I have been babysitting and working with various children's groups in my church. I have always loved children and am good at connecting with them on a personal level. I am very patient and...
Millie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had one prior experience pet-sitting. I provide both dog and cat sitting. Currently in college so only available during summer months.
Margaret can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Margaret took care of my sweet kitty and watered my deck containers for over a week. I came home to a happy, calm cat - a huge contrast to his terrible experience being cooped up in a boarding kennel cage. Margaret carried out all instructions, showed up for every...
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Jaylen R.
Kirksville, MO
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am graduating with my bachelor's in Elementary Education in just a few short weeks! I am currently finishing up my student teaching with a class of 3rd graders in Flagstaff, AZ. I have loved working with children since I was old enough to babysit. My passion for helping kids develop has continued to grow as I have learned more...
Jaylen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jaylen is a hard worker, dependable, and very easily fits into your family dynamic. We have 4 kids ages 13, 11, 3, and 8 months. She manages to do activities, make food, have fun, and provide love and compassion when it is needed. We are so lucky to have had her...
Jessica H.
Lillian M.
Kirksville, MO
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have about 5 years of experience babysitting. The youngest being about 1-year-old when I started and oldest being about 8 or 9 when she stopped using my services. I can help with Swimming Supervision, Laundry, and feeding the kids or pets. I also have my own car if I need to transport the kids. I do not have professional...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great kid, known her for many years now and she's always been responsible"
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Makenzie J.
Macon, MO
$10-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent college graduate from Stephens College in Columbia, MO with a degree in Human Development with an emphasis in psychology. I have provided childcare for families in my community since the age of 13, but have recently had even more childcare experience with children with special needs by working at the Special...
Makenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
5.0
"Makenize has been with our family for almost a year! The kids absolutely love her & so do we!! She's become apart of our family! We're so happy we found her on Care.com - during the pandemic last year we were so worried we wouldn't find someone to care for our baby...
Jeanice W.
Kaitlyn M.
Kirksville, MO
$12-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am Available Mon-Thur After 1 Pm And On The Weekends.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn! I love kids and I have several years of experience babysitting for families with kids of all ages! I am CPR and first aid certified through the Red Cross. I am looking to be a part-time weekday or weekend nanny! Let me know if you think I would be a good fit for your family!
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very helpful and open to any requests/needs I had. Not to mention that I could tell she truly cared about my child."
Presley M.
I can perform basic cleaning duties and am willing to housesit as well. I am a looking to save money for my wedding so am willing to house sit, clean, watch your animals, and even babysit kids.
Nicole can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, dusting, attic cleaning, basement cleaning & more
I have always loved kids. In the past few years, I've been able to make this love into a summer career. I have worked with children as a lifeguard, swim instructor, nanny, daycare worker, babysitter, and elementary reading aid. I've loved getting to work with kids and along the way have picked up quite a few certifications...
Rylee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Marissa T.
Kirksville, MO
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I absolutely love children! I enjoy creating fun and educational activities for their enjoyment! I have been babysitting for many years now, and have been to multiple babysitting/CPR certification courses, thanks to Girl Scouts. I am 20, and in the middle of my sophomore year of college. This would be part-time position to help...
Marissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 4 years of babysitting / nursery experience. I am trained in CPR ? First Aid, and love working with children.
Alexander can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Margaret P.
Kirksville, MO
$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a current college student looking to make any extra money, feel free to message me. I am comfortable with animals and have about 1. 5 years experience with house sitting
Kayla D.
Kirksville, MO
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kayla! I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am about to become a senior nursing major at Truman State and I love kids! Looking for a job for June of this summer and I'm pretty flexible!
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I can provide dog sitting in your own home. I have two dogs myself and love animals more than anything! Can give baths, walks, etc. Knowledge of some light training with my own dogs, but no formal training experience.
Nicole can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone! I have 4 years experience total throughout the course in high school and now in college. I am the middle child of 5 but I spent a lot of time caring for younger siblings. In childcare settings I have worked primarily with ages between 12weeks through 4 years old. In addition, I have great organizational skills...
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a sophomore at Truman State University. I have lots of experience with babysitting, tutoring, and elderly care! I would love the opportunity to help out your family with whatever you need!
I have been baby sitting off and on since I was 13. The kid's age ranges vary from 6-10, a boys and a girl. Reference available upon request. Two summers ago I played more of a nanny role than a baby sitter. I was trusted to drive the kids to different attractions (ex: zoo, park, etc.) and stay with them for 12+ hours at times....
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Morgan W.
Kirksville, MO
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a creative and high energy recent college graduate who loves children and would love to get more child care experience. I recently graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. I was previously enrolled in Truman State's pre-Masters of Education program, so I have completed some...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alyssa G.
Kirksville, MO
$12-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a sophomore at Truman State University this year! I am a reliable and hard worker that loves hanging out with kiddos! I have lots of experience babysitting for several years! I would love to help out your family with whatever you need help with!
Alyssa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am a fun and creative person who will always have new craft ideas! I've worked in daycare settings and after school programs since I was 14 and have loved every minute of it. I am willing to help around the house as needed when it comes to laundry, dishes, or meals. I am a music education major at Truman State.
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have always been taught to clean to perfection by my mother. I've cleaned at my church as well at a local doctors house every once in awhile. I surprisingly like to clean I don't really look at it as a chore, to me it's therapeutic. Cleaning just comes naturally, thanks to my parents. I'm a 20 y/o sophomore in college, so I...
Marissa can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, changing bed linens, oven cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in La Plata, MO
Margaret P.
5.0
Margaret took care of my sweet kitty and watered my deck containers for over a week. I came home to a happy, calm cat - a huge contrast to his terrible experience being cooped up in a boarding kennel cage. Margaret carried out all instructions, showed up for every visit, and was very comfortable...
- Care member
Jaylen R.
5.0
Jaylen is a hard worker, dependable, and very easily fits into your family dynamic. We have 4 kids ages 13, 11, 3, and 8 months. She manages to do activities, make food, have fun, and provide love and compassion when it is needed. We are so lucky to have had her come into our life when she did....
- Jessica H.
Lillian M.
5.0
Lillian was a wonderful nanny for my 12 year old. She was responsible and a safe driver. She taught my daughter several uncommon card games, which my daughter really enjoyed. Lillian loves pets, including pet rats.
- Deborah G.
Makenzie J.
5.0
Makenize has been with our family for almost a year! The kids absolutely love her & so do we!! She's become apart of our family! We're so happy we found her on Care.com - during the pandemic last year we were so worried we wouldn't find someone to care for our baby (now almost 2 yo) and our big kids...
- Jeanice W.
Kaitlyn M.
5.0
Very helpful and open to any requests/needs I had. Not to mention that I could tell she truly cared about my child.
- Presley M.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in La Plata, MO:
How can I find a La Plata babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in La Plata, MO?
The average rate for La Plata, MO babysitters on Care.com is $10.00 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 La Plata, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in La Plata, 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.