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Maggie S.

Very Experienced And Loving Babysitter Or Nanny

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Caring for children has been a large part of my life for over 24 years now. I have worked as either a nanny and babysitter (or both) for close to 30 families, and have volunteered over 450 hours of my time at multiple daycare facilities. I have also previously been employed as an infant teacher at a center here in town. I...

David H. says "Maggie worked for us three times during the course of the week that our family was in Milwaukee. Our 2 1/2 year-old daughter, who is generally quite shy...

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Lauren N.

My name is Lauren

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am a middle school choir teacher in the Johnson County Area! I recently graduated from KU with my PreK-12 Music Education degree. I'm originally from Omaha, Nebraska, and am the second oldest of six kids. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience and would love to help families...

Jen F. says "Lauren has been the most wonderful sitter for my twin daughters this summer! We couldn't have found a more perfect individual to help our family. She is such...

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Ashley V.

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Ashley. I'm an experienced and caring childcare provider in the Kansas City area, offering part-time nannying and occasional babysitting services. I've always been passionate about helping kids grow and learn, and I've had the joy of working with children in professional settings for over 12 years. I've taught students...

Ayan R. says "Ashley was great with my 11 month old. She was punctual and dependable and arrived at the fixed time and date. She was great with feeding her, putting her...

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Denae R.

Eager To Help Your Children Grow, Create, And Have Fun (Fully Vaccinated)

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I am looking to find a kind-hearted family to work with. I am a dependable employee and hard-worker, ready to add a creative and educational spirit in children's lives.

Jennifer P. says "She did a great job and cares very much for her clients. She was able to get a cranky two year old to sleep! That says a lot. :)"

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Tianna M.

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have cared for children for about five years now. I have had experience with many different ages, personalities, and number of kids. Despite challenges that are always sure to arise, all have been wonderful.

Melissa N. says "Tianna provides regular care for our two children. She is dependable and takes good care of our girls."

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Shardaisha M.

Optimistic Sitter

Lawrence, KS

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Greetings, I am a very reliable, optimistic, and energetic. I have dedicated my free time to providing care and helping families in need. I look forward to providing a fun, safe, and supervised environment for your family.

Marcie C. says "Shardaisha was a full time nanny and teacher for our 3 children (ages 9, 9 and 6 y/o) from 8/2020 through 1/2021. The amount of hard work and...

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Katherine J.

Full Time Caregiver Available Immediately

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
No experience but raised two children. I love children and animals. I love to do crafts and be outside as well as reading. I have raised two kids and understand the need to be on time, that is important to me. When I raised my kids and worked full time I managed to feed them on a busy schedule since they were both in activities...

Dayna S. says "Katherine was a great fit for my soon to be 4 year old daughter! She's reliable and always on time, super sweet and I would definitely recommend her to...

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Athina L.

Fun And Happy

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling to anything the kids need togo to! I am working on getting my bachelors to become a Kindergarten Teacher! I already got my associates degree in early childhood education, I am super patient and great with all age groups! I do already nanny for one family 1 day...

Care Member says "Athina did a wonderful job on short notice with our 5 month old twins. She managed the chaos with ease and my boys were happy and well cared for at the...

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Asjha T.

My Name Is Asjha , I Am 21 Years Old Coming From CO

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Caring , responsible, creative, I like working with kids because they bring me joy , I'm very family oriented . I've been around kids all my life I started working with kids when I was very young but started to nanny 3 years ago In my spare time, I like to sew , I am very crafty . Spending...

Care Member says "Asjha always has a positive attitude with a smile on her face. She knows how to move through adversity and it takes a lot for her to get flustered. The...

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Courtney E.

Part-time To Full-time

Lawrence, KS

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi, there! As a mom of two littles, I know you have options when it comes to who can care for and support your children but I want you to know that they'll be in good hands with me! I've been teaching since 2017 and I have Masters in Education that helps me understand best practices for learning in general. I know your child...

Brandee H. says "Courtney- was a lifesaver for my Family! We had a very busy summer and other events that lead us to need some help with our kiddo's. She was very...

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Claire C.

Caring, Energetic And Responsible Babysitter :)

Lawrence, KS

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I recently graduated from KU and I have lots of experience babysitting kids. I consider myself to be responsible, caring, warm, playful and energetic. Some of the services I have provided kids with are preparing meals, play time, homework help, arts and crafts, reading, and bedtime. Let's connect and I'd love to be of service!
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Lauren J.

Babysitter / Nanny

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lauren! I'm a senior at KU this year and have been involved in childcare since I was about 15 years old. I love helping out with babysitting, nannying, or petsitting! I have ample experience with infants, toddlers, and preteens and honestly have no age preference, they're all great in their own ways! I'm easygoing,...
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Kailee D.

Experienced Babysitter With Open Availability

Lawrence, KS

from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I currently work as a Reach Room Facilitator at Liberty Memorial Central Middle School. Working in a middle school for the past 3 years has gained me experience educating and working with young adults. I have also worked as a pre-k teacher at the Ballard Center for the past 2 years. I have roughly 7 years of experience with...
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Emily H.

Babysitter, House-sitter, Pet-sitter, Tutor, Cleaner, And More!

Lawrence, KS

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have 7 years of experience. I can help with anything kids may need such as tutoring or being driven to/from places, as well as anything pet related! I can also help out with tasks around the home such as cleaning, chores, and more! I have lots of experience working with kids dealing with ADHD, anxiety, autism, and other mental...
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Ainsley P.

Part-time Babysitter/nanny Available

Lawrence, KS

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
I am a current Ph. D. student in Clinical Child Psychology at KU and have dedicated my career to child development! I have experience with providing care for children of all ages and abilities. I am also an animal enthusiast and enjoy outdoor activities like biking and swimming.
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Alina T W.

Fun And Experienced Babysitter

Lawrence, KS

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm currently attending KU's Speech-Language Pathology Masters program and planning on working in early intervention once I graduate. As the oldest of 3, I love working with kids and began babysitting regularly when I was 14. I have been a special education swim instructor for three years. I've been a camp counselor for Camp...
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Mckenzie S.

Babysitter

Lawrence, KS

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$10/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm McKenzie and I am a Certified Nursing Assistant at a nursing home. I have a lot of experience with seniors with dementia, but now, I am looking to expand my experience to caring for children as well! Although I am a fresh, new babysitter, I will be a great fit for your kids, given that I am fun-loving and...
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Maci P.

Loving, Reliable Babysitter Studying To Be An Elementary Teacher

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello families! I am Maci and I am currently studying elementary education at KU! I am going into my junior year and could not be more excited! I LOVE kids and would love to watch your little sunshines! My schedule varies due to games because I am a member of the Rock Chalk Dance team, but for the most part my weeks are pretty...
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Ava H.

Super Fun Amd Responsible Young Woman Looking For Babysitter Jobs!!!

Lawrence, KS

from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello!!! My name is Ava and I am looking for part-time babysitter jobs near me! I am still a little kid at heart, which makes it extra easy for me to connect and have fun with kids of all ages. I believe in being a good role model yet still fun, adventurous, and, of course, safe. I would love to get to know you and your kids and...
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Meghan F.

Why I Will Be A Good Babysitter

Lawrence, KS

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$14/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as creative, caring, and fun! I started working with kids when my little brother and sister were born. Right away I was babysitting them, and playing with them constantly. Now they are 9 and 3 and I have moved to college. I miss going to the park, swimming, and playing games with them. In my spare...
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  • 121 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.86/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 4.4

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lawrence, KS

Babysitters in Lawrence, KS are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 121 listed babysitters

Maggie S.

Maggie worked for us three times during the course of the week that our family was in Milwaukee. Our 2 1/2 year-old daughter, who is...

- David H.

Lauren N.

Lauren has been the most wonderful sitter for my twin daughters this summer! We couldn't have found a more perfect individual to help our...

- Jen F.

Ashley V.

Ashley was great with my 11 month old. She was punctual and dependable and arrived at the fixed time and date. She was great with feeding...

- Ayan R.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lawrence, KS:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lawrence, KS 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 121 babysitters in Lawrence, KS on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.4. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Lawrence, KS babysitters on Care.com is $15.86 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lawrence, KS through Care.com. As of 2025, 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.

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