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60 babysitters are listed in Platte City, MO
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Platte City, MO
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to clean! I think it's therapeutic or something! It's an immediate gratification thing for me. And, as the customer, of course you would like to come home to a clean house. I love helping people and making their lives less stressful.
Amy can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, refrigerator cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning
Hi I'm Demi,
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, leader, dependable.
I like working with kids because I get to help shape them into amazing little humans!
I'm looking for a job that I can grow with the family.
Meredith S.
Lansing, KS
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for 5 years. I am a college student pursuing an elementary and special education degree and love working with children!
Meredith can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
I am a licensed elementary teacher with my masters degree in education and a B. A. in History. I have taught preschool, 3rd grade, 5th grade and am currently teaching 6th grade. My emphasis is in reading and history. I have experience as a math tutor, working with a company titled Math Monkey. I have also volunteered as a tutor...
Kirsten A.
Lansing, KS
$8-18/hr
I have a Great Dane myself so walks and playtime is very needed , and so are cuddles so if any of your fur babies need to be walked , loved , cuddled and taken to the dog park I would love to do that.
Kirsten can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Samantha E.
Fort Leavenworth, KS
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Samantha , I am 30 and a stay at home momma. I have three kiddos. (8, 5, 3)
A little bit about myself, I have taken the last year off from nannying. I am currently looking to work for one possibly two families stating as early as June. I'd love to meet and discuss things further!
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Kirsten A.
Lansing, KS
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as unique , respectful , Caring
I'm looking for a job that has decent pay and good hours
I started working with kids when I was like 10 watching my brother and sister as kids
In my spare time, I like to skateboard , read , play basketball , make extra money
My skills include responsibilities ,...
I am a mother of two. I am very organized and detail minded. I am friendly, loyal, caring, and hard working! I love to help people, I do best at the personal assistant type jobs! I love it when I have a list of things to do. I don't quit until the job is done. I currently work at an event center & help plan receptions & parties...
I have been a caregiver since I was 18 years old and I am now 48 soon to be 49. I love children of all ages and I am also experienced with special needs.
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
hi my name is kaylee , I am 18.
I am
-fun loving
-caring
-independent
I enjoy art , music , dance , hanging with friends , & hanging out with the children in my life !
I have been working with kids since I was about 14, I grew up in a household with many siblings. I have multiple references , and I worked at a daycare for...
5.0
"Great with kids, patience, loving, goes out of her way."
Care member
4.6
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I love kids! I have extensive experience caring for and teaching them. I am a mom too, of a 12-year-old girl, so it's second nature, and I really enjoy it! Non smoker with my own transportation; fully vaccinated from Covid.
I have experience as a kindergarten teaching assistant, autism care attendant, professional nanny,...
Becky can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Becky is an absolute dream; she is responsible, reliable, communicative, and she goes above and beyond to make sure our daughter is well cared for. My husband and I talk all the time about how lucky we feel to have found her. She's wonderful with our dogs, too,...
Anni D.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in babysitting, nannying, teaching in the classroom, and homeschooling. I enjoy sharing in exploring the world around me with others, especially through cooking and crafting.
Alice can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Alice cared for our 11 and 8 year old for several months while they attended on-line school. She did a great job helping them with their schoolwork, especially our 8 year old. When they weren't attending school, Alice also did a great job playing games and doing...
Brian P.
Breanna C.
Leavenworth, KS
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
20-year-old- looking to be a part time sitter. Date night? Backup needed? Last minute sitter needed? If so contact me! I'll do what I can to help! Ive grown up with a house of little ones all the way up to 14 years old so I've had lots of experience with babies and toddlers as well as elementary age kids! I currently do date...
Breanna can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Breanna babysat our 17 month old and did a wonderful job keeping him entertained, making him dinner and cleaning up afterward. Will definitely hire her again!"
Andrea Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Marcela, I'm currently working towards becoming a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor for children/adults on the autism spectrum. I currently work in the Autism Program for the school district of North KC. Working with kids of all ages & backgrounds really is an awesome experience to have. They always...
Marcela can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Marcela was wonderful with our two kids! She was prompt, super friendly, and listened closely to our instructions. She also provided us with updates while we were gone and really made us feel like we could enjoy our time away without worrying. We can’t wait to have...
Matthew L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love animals! I am a lifelong dog lover and owner and have worked as a professional dog walker and owned my own pet sitting business. If you need someone to care for your furry family members, please contact me!
Becky can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
5.0
"Becky feels more like family than a babysitter. She's incredibly hardworking, kind and intuitive. My family and I are lucky enough to have her regularly care for our kiddos. They look forward to her arrival and are sorry to see her go."
Erika C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 19 nieces and nephews, I love summer camps, and I'm really energized with being with kids! :) I decided to attend college a bit later than some (I'm 30) and will basically finish my degree in December 2023. I was trained as an IT Heldesk support technician, and I worked in that field for 5+ years. I have my A+...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna did a great job sitting my two boys (3 & 5yr old) when I needed some short notice care. She was communicative and punctual and my boys really enjoyed their time with her playing games."
Angela C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kourtland . I am currently employed. I am a senior in college, I am studying communications. I have played basketball all through out college but wanted to take my last year to make more money and work more while I finish out my last year. I have been babysitting for 6 years. I have 5 siblings and have been...
5.0
"Kourtland has been working with our family three days a week, 7 hours a day, for the last few months and has been absolutely incredible. She is outstanding with our 17-month-old daughter, to the point our daughter cries when Kourtland leaves for the day. She is...
Brett M.
5.0
(3)
Hello! I am a very energetic, empathetic, and responsible young adult. I love working with children and helping them flourish and grow in a positive environment. I have 2 years of day care experience as well as babysitting in high school and experience with autistic children. I love dancing and arts and crafts and planning fun...
Etta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with kids! Will use her again! "
Brandon J.
5.0
(3)
I absolutely love helping people. Anything I can help with around the house to help take the stress off of their plate is very rewarding. I am a thorough and detailed cleaner.
Amber can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
5.0
"Amber is the best does great work has the best attitude."
Norman C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a former nanny and active full time nurse. My childcare experience is fairly lengthy. I am the oldest so caring for people is something that has come naturally and has now come to be a career. I have cared for kiddos all throughout high school and college. While in college I was a nanny for a family I loved for...
Lexie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"On-time, friendly, funny, and best of all my kids loved her. Going to do everything I can in the near future to hire Lexie on Full-Time."
Joey C.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Platte City, MO
Kaylee C.
5.0
Great with kids, patience, loving, goes out of her way.
- Care member
Becky B.
5.0
Becky was great with our three boys (one of which has severe food allergies). She is knowledgeable about how to use rescue medication and it was reassuring to know that my son was safe in her care. She sent us messages here and there to let us know how things were going, which was so nice! Our boys...
- Amanda B.
Alice R.
4.0
Alice cared for our 11 and 8 year old for several months while they attended on-line school. She did a great job helping them with their schoolwork, especially our 8 year old. When they weren't attending school, Alice also did a great job playing games and doing crafts. She was never late and...
- Brian P.
Breanna C.
5.0
Breanna babysat our 17 month old and did a wonderful job keeping him entertained, making him dinner and cleaning up afterward. Will definitely hire her again!
- Andrea Z.
Marcela Z.
5.0
Marcela was wonderful with our two kids! She was prompt, super friendly, and listened closely to our instructions. She also provided us with updates while we were gone and really made us feel like we could enjoy our time away without worrying. We can’t wait to have her watch our kids again really...
- Matthew L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Platte City, MO:
How can I find a Platte City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Platte City, MO 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 13 babysitters in Platte City, MO 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 Platte City, MO?
The average rate for Platte City, MO babysitters on Care.com is $15.31 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 Platte City, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Platte City, 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.
Ratings for Platte City, MO babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Platte City, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.