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582 babysitters are listed in Lexington, KY
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Lexington, KY
Sierra R.
Lexington, KY
$11-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Sierra! I'm a sophomore here at university of kentucky studying marketing and business management. I recently moved from Florida where I worked at Walt Disney World in entertainment. I've also been nannying and babysitting since I was 14. I've worked with many different kinds of kids and age ranges. I have loved...
Recent review:
5.0
Sierra was awesome, great with the kids and reliable!
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Emma C.
Lexington, KY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Emma C. I am a 21-year-old college student at the University of Kentucky. I have previous experience working with children of various ages.
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Recent review:
5.0
Very nice and my daughter loved her. She was reliable and prompt. I recommend her.
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5.0
(1)
I have helped my elderly parents and my husband's aunt with Alzheimer's for the past 10+ years with everything from running them to doctors appointments to packing and unpacking following a move to companionship to helping my dad write his life story. I am patient and inquisitive and love hearing people's stories.
Julie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, respite care & more
Recent review:
5.0
Julie helped me out with my older brother who has a number of chronic conditions and needed help sorting through his medicines and keeping track of things. Since I live out of state, she was my "boots on the ground". Reliable, friendly, efficient, honest and caring...
Catherine Z.
Melissa P.
Lexington, KY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout my time doing home care for seniors. I have have always cleaned their homes as well as been hired to regularly clean homes or business of their friends or family. I enjoy cleaning and believe everyone should be able to live in a clean home without worrying about their busy schedule or inability to clean due to age or...
Melissa can also help with: Basement cleaning, wall washing, pet waste cleanup, attic cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love to teach children new developing skills, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
In experience,...
Angelea can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
She was great with the children. I hired her as she worked at my kids’ daycare (Heartland Christian Academy) in Lexington and was always great. She has a very caring heart for children and always brought coloring pages with her and asked about any activities we...
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Mary A.
Lexington, KY
$12-16/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Mary and I am 23 years old. I have been babysitting for 8 years. I currently work at the YMCA Kids Corner for almost 4 years but am looking to transfer elsewhere. I am CPR certified and fully vaccinated. I am currently attending UK to be an Elementary School teacher, minoring in Psychology and I have a certificate...
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
She's a reliable and dependable person. My family and I loved having her.
Victoria T.
Sarah O.
Lexington, KY
$23/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I am quite outgoing and love hanging out with kids! I am from a big family and have always enjoyed playing sports or learning new things. I love to be outdoors when the weather is nice! I am a college student at the University of...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hi! My name is Emily! I have 6+ years experience as a professional pet sitter for dogs, cats, and pocket pets/reptiles. I am an experienced professional dog walker, and am CPR pet certified. I worked as a Veterinary Technician, and now work remotely, I am happy to have dogs come over for the day while their parents are at work!...
Emily can also help with: Dog training, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Recent review:
5.0
Emily is dependable and so helpful to me with my cats. I have to travel out of the country frequently for business and she's the only person I trust with my cats! One of them is diabetic and it's vital that he's on a schedule with his mealtimes and insulin...
Benjamin L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 21 years of experience as an elementary school teacher. I was called to teach when I was in the 3rd grade and it has been my passion for over 20+ years. I would love the opportunity to tutor your child!
Recent review:
5.0
She was beyond anything we could have prayed for in a home school teacher to my son (4th grade) and daughter (K) during the 20-21 pandemic school year. We followed the Abeka curriculum and she was absolutely amazing. Our children excelled beyond anything we...
Natalie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, determined, and compassionate!
I like working with kids because who wouldn't? I grew up with two younger siblings- I loved helping them grow into themselves, answer their questions, and watch their imagination and creativity!
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old! I began...
Recent review:
5.0
Emma did a great job babysitting my 2 year old son. He was very happy after she left and kept saying her name. I would definitely book her again!
Molly M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for groups of children (up to 8 at a time). I have 7 years combined experience babysitting, and creating and running educational/nature camp programs for children. I have a wealth of experience caring for kids outside where they can play. I can care for 1y/o -to- teens/adults. I have experience caring...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance
Recent review:
5.0
Sophia really helped us out this week. She was willing to step out of her comfort zone and learn some new things. She did a great job taking care of our almost 2 year old for three long days.
David H.
Shastina B.
Lexington, KY
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Tutor: Mainly Math, Also Science, Art, Music, Reading, Writing
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a CRLA 2 certification, nationally recognized tutor training with over 20 hours of training and have had over 300 hours of tutor experience. I can tutor from basic elementary to calc 2 and Statistics. I have a statics and mathematics major, a music minor, and I am currently working on my masters. I am able to help with a...
Recent review:
5.0
Shastina has not worked for me as a caregiver, but as a tutor. In that capacity she shows concern for the students, always willing to help, reliable and in general is a great employee.
Shawn C.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I was a STEM teacher, and have 9 years experience working in childcare in church, home and daycare settings for children aged newborn-school age and have worked with children with speech delays, autism, and ADD/ADHD. I would love to combine childcare with tutoring if requested! I am willing to provide transportation within...
Merissa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Merissa has been wonderful with our 2 year old son. She is very flexible, dependable, and our son always enjoys his time with her. She keeps him engaged, plans activities, and goes above and beyond what I expected. Highly recommend her!!
Holly R.
Jeania T.
Lexington, KY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Exceptionally Talented And Resourceful Housekeeper With Over 20 Years Experience.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Jeania. I am looking for a permanent position as a housekeeper in which my skills and housekeeping experience can be fully utilized. I have an ability to prioritize, organize and follow-up. I am detail-oriented, self motivated, reliable, and trustworthy. I will deep clean , organize closets, clean windows ,...
Jeania can also help with: Carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning & more
Recent review:
5.0
I can't say enough about Jeania. She the most hard working housekeeper I have ever had. She is dependable, trustworthy, and takes care of what I need done.
Garrett T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kaylee W. and I am a 21-year-old college student at UofL. Growing up, I had all sorts of pets - dogs, hamsters, guinea pigs, chickens, snakes, fish, turtles, and more! I especially have a love for dogs; my family has rescued many dogs (some even from islands)! I am a college athlete, so I am able to offer athletic...
Kaylee can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, boarding
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kristen, from Lexington, KY. I've been a nanny for one family since 2016, the girl is now 6 and the boy is 8. They lived in Lexington but moved to Cincinnati and covered my cost to drive up for a two day/one night stay per week. I took care of diaper changes when the kids were young, prepare all meals, drive to and from...
Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Kristen was so good in taking care of my kid . She was on time . My son was so happy with her . She played with him ,and read stories . The best thing was she kept him happy and busy in different activities all day without using TV.
Fnu A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as Loyal, Outgoing, and Caring.
I like working with kids because I've been around kids a majority of my late childhood. My first nephew was born when I was 12, and I've loved caring for kids ever since.
I'm looking for a job that has a welcoming environment, and a flexible schedule for when I need...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
Very professional, trustworthy , punctual, and caring. Excellent with my two children (3.5 year old girl and eight yr old boy). Definitely would hire her again.
Tessa C.
Katianna Y.
Lexington, KY
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a junior at the University of Kentucky and am pursuing my nursing degree through the College of Nursing. I am also a Resident Advisor! I have 10 years of babysitting experience and have worked with kids from 2 months to 12 years old. I love kids and love to help others out in any way that I can! I have spent the last four...
Katianna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Katiana watched our three year old 1-3 times a week for a few months this winter. She was wonderful, safe, fun and on time. We would recommend her to anyone.
Matthew W.
Eva C.
Lexington, KY
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter Looking For Part-Time Summer Job Before College
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for siblings from an early age; brother of 12, sister of 16, sister of 10, sister of 8. I babysat neighbors who had two daughters ages 4 and 6- played piano with them, made meals/snacks, played make-believe games with them, arts and crafts, read to them and helped them learn to read, homework help, before bed...
Eva can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Eva is a remarkable babysitter. She's fun, committed, and very detailed oriented. Eva had babysat our baby several times. Each time, she was able to give us a detailed report of the evening. Once when we came home, we found her walking back and forth singing French...
Jennifer C.
5.0
(1)
My name is Larrysa, I am 19 years old and I love working with kids of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have three years of experience by working in a daycare or helping out at my cousins daycare but I have grown up around kids. I have experience with kids ages from newborn to 14. I have a clean background and...
Larrysa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Recent review:
5.0
I love how well she is with children. She’s dependable for the most part.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lexington, KY
Sierra R.
5.0
Sierra was awesome, great with the kids and reliable!
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Emma C.
5.0
Very nice and my daughter loved her. She was reliable and prompt. I recommend her.
- Care member
Julie H.
5.0
Julie helped me out with my older brother who has a number of chronic conditions and needed help sorting through his medicines and keeping track of things. Since I live out of state, she was my "boots on the ground". Reliable, friendly, efficient, honest and caring - I reccomend her highly.
- Catherine Z.
Angelea H.
5.0
She was great with the children. I hired her as she worked at my kids’ daycare (Heartland Christian Academy) in Lexington and was always great. She has a very caring heart for children and always brought coloring pages with her and asked about any activities we would like our child to have.
- Care member
Mary A.
5.0
She's a reliable and dependable person. My family and I loved having her.
- Victoria T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lexington, KY:
How can I find a Lexington babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lexington, KY 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 582 babysitters in Lexington, KY 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.
How much do babysitters charge in Lexington, KY?
The average rate for Lexington, KY babysitters on Care.com is $14.75 per hour as of April 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 Lexington, KY?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lexington, KY 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.
Ratings for Lexington, KY babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Babysitters in Lexington, KY are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 136 reviews of the 582 listed babysitters.