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74 babysitters are listed in Manhattan, KS
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
What others are saying about babysitters in Manhattan, KS
Melanie is experienced with both pets and children- we have had her take care of our 2 dogs on multiple occasions, and she has cared for our…
Review for Melanie E. by Martine C.
kids love her, very responsive.
Review for Sophia C. by Laura H.
Attentive, asked about allergies and bed time routines. Would absolutely hire again
Review for Hailey M. by Care member
Babysitters in Manhattan, KS
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I am a recent graduate with my degree in biology. I have 5 years of experience in childcare and I have worked as a babysitter on and off during that time as well. While I am not CPR certified, I have training in both CPR and First Aid. I am energetic, caring, and patient and I would love to help out...
Melanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is experienced with both pets and children- we have had her take care of our 2 dogs on multiple occasions, and she has cared for our children as well! She is very responsible, attentive, dependable and an overall great person- Melanie is highly...
Martine C.
Sophia C.
Manhattan, KS
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sophia! I am a Master's student at Kansas State University studying agriculture education and communication in water resources. I have lots of childcare experience and spent many summers babysitting as a full-time job. I started babysitting as a freshman in high school and have 9 years of experience. I am...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"kids love her, very responsive."
Laura H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hailey! I have been providing child care for almost 10 years spending three years being a full time nanny for ages newborn and up. I am currently looking for an occasional babysitting positions as I attend the engineering program at KSU. When in a home I take care of prepping meals and clean up, getting dressed, naps, any...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Hailey was literally one of the best people to ever walk in to our family! We love her so much and if it wasn’t for her moving, I never would have let her go!"
Tanya S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I don't have any kids of my own, but I love children. I've been caring for children since I was quite young as I have two younger sisters. My closest friend's children calls me 'auntie.'
I enjoy spending time with boys and girls in all age ranges. I love to read and play and it gives me great joy to be involved in play...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Allison is wonderful with children and has watched my girls for years. She has also cared for our cat many times overnight. We love her!"
Sal B.
Emily F.
Manhattan, KS
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience as an occasional babysitter and as a full time nanny. I have worked with families large (9 children) and small (1 child). I have a particular interest in special needs care, with two and half years of full time in-home special needs care experience, as well as four years of experience working with adults with...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was an energetic and committed care provider. She assisted with me in caring for our 9 children. She had a particular interested in learning more about special need children. She focused on learning more and working with two 2 of our special needs...
Jessica M.
Yuliya M.
Manhattan, KS
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Mother Who Loves To Take Care And Play With Your Kids
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Yuliya M and I am a responsible and caring mother of 2 girls who absolutely loves kids and enjoys doing creative projects and keeping the kids busy while in my care. I truly believe kids need physical activity instead of screen time. I own a reliable vehicle and as weather permits I will be doing different activities...
Yuliya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Yuliya is awesome with my one year old and is very interactive with him. I highly recommend her and I would hire her again to care for my baby."
Sharilyn D.
I have been babysitting my little cousin for years and of and on baby sitting for my mother's freinds
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Jaileen T.
Manhattan, KS
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Dedicated Babysitter Ready To Inspire Your Little Ones!
Hi, I'm jaileen! I'm 19 years old and a college student who recently moved to Manhattan, Kansas. I study online, which gives me a lot of flexibility. I have experience in childcare and love spending time with kids. I'm looking forward to finding a great family to work with and help out.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a first grade teacher . I am in my second year of teaching. I have a great amount of experience working with children. For the past 3 years, I have nannied during the summer for the same family, full-time. In college, I tutored and also worked as a paraprofessional in the Manhattan school district. I absolutely...
Mckenzie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi my name is Ruby and here is a introduction to get to know me and see what my qualifications are. I am patient, kind person who has 4 years of experience babysitting, being a nanny, tutoring, and being a para-educator. I have been a para-educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Emotional Behavioral Disorder for...
Ruby can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am currently a sophomore at K-State majoring in Kinesiology/Pre-Physical Therapy. I want to specialize in Pediatric Physical Therapy after I graduate from K-State because I have a passion for young children and love spending time with them (especially babies!). I have been babysitting for people in my hometown (Garden City,...
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Haley M.
Manhattan, KS
$12-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Bringing joy and nurturing growth to children is my passion. My four years of experience caring for children aged newborn to teens have instilled in me a deep understanding of their varying needs. I also have experience with caregiving to people who are of special needs. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I strive to make...
Allie J.
Manhattan, KS
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have many years working with youth through babysitting and working at summer camps. When working at summer camps, I would also spend most afternoons as a lifeguard. When finishing my Bachelors degree at Pittsburg State University, I would help plan and facilitate programs for older adults and persons with disabilities in the...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Morgan E.
Manhattan, KS
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Morgan and I am currently going into my second year at Kansas State University pursing a major in Accounting. I am looking to help out in any way possible whether that's a recurring schedule or just a random night of the week. I'm super flexible and down to work whenever you would need me to. My class schedule...
Morgan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning
I can babysit children in different age groups. I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable and well, I am good at coming up with ideas and activities. I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I want to be able to provide parents with...
Randa D.
Manhattan, KS
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's development and well-being. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of nurturing young minds and forming deep bonds. My desire to positively impact children's lives and support families led me to...
Randa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Avery C.
Manhattan, KS
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
College Student Looking For Flexible Hours To Pay For Tuition
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently pursuing two degrees in integrative biology and biological systems engineering from K-State. I'm also a DASSA Peer Mentor and work for the Sunset Zoo as an educational program assistant! I'm looking for a job that can work with my schedule as a full time student.
I started working with kids when I was in high...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katye B.
Manhattan, KS
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Katye and I am 26 years old! I graduated from Ross medical school 3 years ago and currently have a job as a medical assistant working a few days a week. I have been caring for children since I was 13 years old when I got my first babysitting job. I love children of all ages, love to watch them learn new things...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had work with kids with special needs in the past five years. Giving swimming classes was one of my first jobs with kids with special needs, but after that I worked in Advances Learning Center in Boston with kids with autism, in the same place I was certified to run the ABA program and obtain a Safety Care certification. I...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Abigail G.
Manhattan, KS
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for about 6 years now, and I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow. My previous babysitting roles have showed me the positive impact I can have on children's lives. I enjoy supporting families by providing reliable childcare.
I'm a patient, calm, creative, and friendly person who can...
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Manhattan, KS:
How can I find a Manhattan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Manhattan, 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 74 babysitters in Manhattan, KS 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 Manhattan, KS?
The average rate for Manhattan, KS babysitters on Care.com is $13.42 per hour as of May 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.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Manhattan, KS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Manhattan, 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.
Ratings for Manhattan, KS babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Manhattan, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 74 listed babysitters.