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Jessica F.

Home Educator And Smile Maker!

Ottawa, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jessica. I am a reliable, professional and trustworthy nanny. I am positive and punctual, and have only great reviews from my clients. I have a lot of experience caring for kids of all ages, and can help your kiddo grow and learn at any level. I can cook, I like to keep things tidy, and I have my own...

Segun A. says "Jessica is absolutely incredible with my kids. First and foremost she's an educator meaning my daughters were getting formal age appropriate lessons that...

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Part-time Babysitter

Ottawa, KS

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Skylar and I am 19 years old. Family is very important to me and I love caring for children and animals. I have 3 nieces, ages ranging from 1-5 years old which I have experience babysitting.
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Cheyenne R.'s Photo

Ottawa, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My past experience includes: Military Kids Camp (1 week volunteer), Military Teen Camp (1 week volunteer), occasional child care for parents weekends (Military volunteer), and babysitting cousins and friends as well as having my 2 children (13 & 8). I love taking care of children because I have this natural ability to connect...
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Hayley S.'s Photo

Ottawa, KS

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! If you are looking for a Part-time Nanny, I'm your gal. I've worked with infants and children up to the age of 13. I like to engage children in fun activities like, walks, biking, and fun adventures. But if your child doesn't prefer the outdoors, I know plenty of other fun things we can do inside; For example, can cook,...
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Laura S.'s Photo

Nanny

Ottawa, KS

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced nanny living in Lawrence, Kansas. I have worked with children of all ages, ranging from childcare jobs teaching a curriculum to one-on-one activities and play. My goal is to encourage discovery and play, through a wide range of Montessori based activities while also enforcing a safe, caring, and structured...
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Jan K.'s Photo

Ottawa, KS

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, I have many years of experience in raising and caring for children with and without special needs. I am a mother of two grown boys and a grandmother. I had a beautiful licensed home daycare in Lenexa Kansas for many years until I decided to care for my mother who was battling Alzheimer's. I am a non smoker, have a clean...
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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
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 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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Mackenzie D.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$12/hr
3 years experience
I have several years of babysitting experience, and I have also worked in a daycare/early childhood school for two years with infants and toddlers. I am also a flute teacher and have a daughter!
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Lucy M.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Lucy and I have lots of experience as a nanny. I love children and have been babysitting since I was 16. I am now 23 and am graduating from the University of Kansas in the spring. have experience nannying for children of all ages. The past two summers I was a private nanny and I have also worked for a company...
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Senior At Eudora

Edgerton, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and loving I like working with kids because I have a lot of nephews and working with kids make me happy I'm looking for a job that I can build relationships with and become closer to the kids so they have someone to look forward to I started working with kids when I was about 13...
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Engaging And Experienced Childcare Provider

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Megan and I'm a dedicated childcare provider with over 8 years of experience in the classroom and private care. I love learning what every child I work with is interested in and engaging with them in those things! I myself love teaching arts and crafts and going on outdoor adventures. I'm committed to providing...
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Kamry Z.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. For the past four years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I find immense satisfaction in fostering their growth and development. My approach is patient and calm, and I pride myself on being friendly and...
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Fun And Experienced Babysitter

Lawrence, KS

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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Caring, Energetic And Responsible Babysitter :)

Lawrence, KS

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
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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Alijah M.'s Photo

Overbrook, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I've always been passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My positive experiences in babysitting roles inspired me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. I believe in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I am patient and calm, which helps me handle challenging...
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Alyssa....

Lawrence, KS

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a very fun, energetic, and organized person who loves watching, teaching, and engaging with kiddos between ages 0-5 years! I've been a lead teacher at a daycare for almost two years but recently moved away to college and would like to get back into the childcare business! I am an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so I...
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Ryder M.'s Photo

Lawrence, KS

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hi, my names ryder and i'm currently a student at KU. I have seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, it has shown me the importance of patience and creativity. I've worked teaching gymnastics for 5 years ages 1-12 and this past summer taught soccer from ages 6-10, i've been babysitting for about 7 years. I'm...
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Babysitter

Baldwin City, KS

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children ever since I was a young teen. During my college years, I was a nanny for several families in the Douglas county area. Most of the families had between 2-4 children ranging in age from newborn to early teens. I have a wonderful way with children that parents really appreciate. I believe it is...
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Mom To Three Kiddos Looking To Make Supplemental Income Through What Comes Naturally- Childcare.

Baldwin City, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I pursued early childhood education but stayed home for 10 years with my children before teaching preschool in a nearby school district. As a stay-at-home mom, I homeschooled my three kids from preschool to 3rd grade, participated in years of co-ops, book groups, and mom nights. I also taught fitness classes at the YMCA and...
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  • 32 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Ottawa, KS:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Ottawa, 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 7 babysitters in Ottawa, 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.

The average rate for Ottawa, KS babysitters on Care.com is $18.00 per hour as of August 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 Ottawa, 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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