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60 babysitters are listed in Prairie Grove, AR
The average rate is $25/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 1 years
Babysitters in Prairie Grove, AR
Rachel M.
Prairie Grove, AR
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Rachel, I'm a 23-year-old college grad with a passion for nature, animals, books, and children. I've been the nanny to a 4-year-old boy and I've been babysitting for over 9 years. I am a doula, working on my DONA International certification. I'm also a nursery worker at my church where I care for over 7 little...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is great with kids. Both of my kids (4 and 2 year old) enjoyed playing with her. She is punctual, dependable and great at communicating. I would definitely hire her again and would recommend her to other families."
Lana J.
Emily S.
Prairie Grove, AR
$16-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Emily and I'm a nursing student! I'm BLS and ACLS certified, and I'm also a certified mandated reporter for child abuse, domestic violence, and rape. I have about 3 years of experience with babysitting. I'm also willing to run errands, clean the house, and cook! (Cooking is my favorite).
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been an online ESL teacher since 2018. I have a 5 star rating with over 3, 500 classes taught. In addition, I homeschooled my children beginning in kindergarten. They are all now college students or college graduates. I bring a fun, upbeat style to the classroom, and I help children learn to love learning!
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a homeschooling mom whose kids are all adults. That leaves me with free time and a flexible schedule. I have 20+ years experience caring for children with a fun and intellectually stimulating style. I taught all of my children from kindergarten through high school, and they are all college students or college graduates. We...
Sharon can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
I am extremely dependable and honest. I am patient and compassionate. I can read with or to your loved one, play card games, or just sit and talk.
Sharon can also help with: Respite care, companionship
I provide pet care in your home. I have experience with dogs and cats, and I'm comfortable with other animals, including reptiles. I volunteer at my local animal shelter where I care for a variety of animals of all sizes. I am very compassionate and patient, and I know techniques to help reduce stress in dogs and cats. Your pet...
Sharon can also help with: Pet walking
4.0
(4)
Hello! I just moved here from CA and I'm looking for a part-time gig caring for your kids. I have 3 years of experience babysitting and work as an after-school staff member at The New School. I love spending time with children and will be sure to give your family comfort knowing they are in safe hands. I have a Bachelors's in...
Serena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I initially hired Serena, when my 2 dogs were young and needed more attention. They absolutely loved her and were always excited to see her which tells me that they were well taken care of. I then hired Serena to watch my babies ages 1&2. I felt like she listened...
Samantha G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always loved animals and would be happy to help care for your furry friends as well. I have two cats and a standard poodle.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"I reached out to Rebecca because I wanted someone dependable. The applications I received for my job would not respond when I inquired further or asked for an interview. So I reached out to Rebecca myself.
We scheduled a phone interview and she came out of her...
Kaity H.
Claire M.
Fayetteville, AR
$18-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently an OTD student at the University of Arkansas! I have 8 years of paid childcare experience. Previously I have worked in the nursery and for the special needs program at my church. In college, I worked as a nanny part-time during the school year, and during the summers' worked at a local summer camp, New Life Ranch,...
Claire can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire is a very dependable young lady and available on short notice often. We have had her be a part of our family for after school care for our 8 year old as well as all day positions caring for our 2 year old and our friends 6 month old as well. She keeps the...
Laura G.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
PLEASE MESSAGE ME BEFORE REQUESTING TO HIRE. I will not accept jobs for families I haven't spoken to.
I have been working in Child Care for 10 years. I have provided care for 8 families I met through Care. com, and I have babysat for several other families as well. Prior to working privately with families, I spent 3 years...
Jordyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I initially hired Jordy for occasional child-care and when she really helped my 6 year old be so much more balanced when it comes to school to home transitions instead of having to decompress and throw off our nighttime routines. She is great to have in the summer...
Opal T.
Rani S.
West Fork, AR
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been cleaning homes and Airbnbs full time for the last 7 years. I have two children left at home and love being able to create my own schedule and still be involved with my kids for school events and fun times with them. I have a plethora of reviews and references for you to check out. I honestly love cleaning homes and...
Rani can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rani has been cleaning my rental for three years now and does an amazing job! Highly recommended. "
Ron W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Have experienced babysitting multiple families. Recently spent the summer babysitting 2-6 children taking them to the pool, library, and hanging with friends. Cooked, cleaned, and also helped with homework
Savanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
5.0
"She is great. Kids liked her a lot. I would definitely hire her again."
Agustin G.
Mary S.
Fayetteville, AR
$14-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Mom Of 1(8 Months) Looking For 1 Or 2 Children To Watch.
5.0
(4)
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, caring, and respectful
I like working with kids because nothing beats watching them reach new goals or overcome obstacles.
I started working with kids when I was 16 in a church setting. At 19 I started working for Fayetteville Public Schools in the Special Education Department. After...
5.0
"I worked with Mary for 5 years in a school setting working with special needs students. In that time she was caring & compassionate, & she had a great rapport with the students. "
Care member
Emma G.
Fayetteville, AR
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Emma! I just moved here to Fayetteville and I'm currently a part time student taking classes online. I studied in Italy for my first semester of college and I've worked at a bank in my hometown for the past two years. When I was about 14-17 years old I would babysit for families in my town. I babysat kids as young as 8...
Emma can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"My kids do not like everyone but they LOVED having Emma. She was amazing with all six of my kids, ages 2-13. "
Care member
Jessica A.
Fayetteville, AR
$16-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Childcare Provider! References Available Upon Request
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have worked with children from age 17. I come with lots of love and experience! I have several references. I've taken many early childhood education classes. In my free time I love outdoor activities and spending with my four fur babies and family.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
(3)
Hi my Name is Evita and I currently have a baby girl under the age of 1-year-old.
I'm resigning from my position as full time certified arborist to part time, to give her the best care possible. Having said, I will be home much more and can take on babysitting other little ones.
In the past before having my own child I would...
Evita can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, personal care, companionship, visiting physician & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Evita was great with our kids! We loved having her nanny our children, and our children love her!
She treats our kids like her own. We will continue to use her as needed. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as conscientious, caring, responsible.
I like working with kids because
I started working with kids when I was 12.
In my spare time, I like to go horseback riding, read, and spend time with my kids and pets.
One thing you should know about me is I am a Christian.
5.0
"Jenny did a fantastic job caring for our two cats. She showed up on time and gave our cats lots of love. She even sent me pictures and videos of her interactions,"
Jill H.
Jill M.
Fayetteville, AR
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Adventure Nanny Extraordinaire -- Overnight/travel Specialist
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a reliable, educated, nanny/family helper who is SO over-the-top fun that your kids will ditch the iPad to learn & play instead??
My degree in Early Childhood Education is the parental bonus, and the kids will love the way their adventure coach sneaks learning in with the fun!
I have been in the business...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jill is great! She's responsive, dependable, gives text updates while we are out, and gets our kids outside, rain or shine. Our kids and dogs love having her watch them. She has saved us last minute as well. Not sure what we would do without her!"
Becca D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, passionate lover of people, animals and plants! I have been caretaking for over 20 years and am available to look after your loved ones in your home or my own!
I have a flexible schedule, reliable vehicle and have taken care of and/or raised almost every type of pet, from young to old and in sickness or...
Jill can also help with: Boarding, dog training, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking & more
Rebecca Y.
Fayetteville, AR
$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Rebecca! I'm 24 years old & a student at the U of A. My dream career is to help children in need and help all kids grow to their best potential. I have been caring for my nieces and nephews since a young age and have gained a lot of experience through them. I also take care of my quadriplegic nephew and my niece with...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rebecca babysat for me once so far. She was on time and my daughter had a great time. I will definitely use her again."
Tosheana B.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Prairie Grove, AR
Rachel M.
5.0
Rachel is great with kids. Both of my kids (4 and 2 year old) enjoyed playing with her. She is punctual, dependable and great at communicating. I would definitely hire her again and would recommend her to other families.
- Lana J.
Serena D.
5.0
I initially hired Serena, when my 2 dogs were young and needed more attention. They absolutely loved her and were always excited to see her which tells me that they were well taken care of. I then hired Serena to watch my babies ages 1&2. I felt like she listened to their needs and was extra...
- Samantha G.
Rebecca Y.
5.0
I reached out to Rebecca because I wanted someone dependable. The applications I received for my job would not respond when I inquired further or asked for an interview. So I reached out to Rebecca myself.
We scheduled a phone interview and she came out of her way to come to our home to meet them,...
- Kaity H.
Claire M.
5.0
Claire is a very dependable young lady and available on short notice often. We have had her be a part of our family for after school care for our 8 year old as well as all day positions caring for our 2 year old and our friends 6 month old as well. She keeps the children engaged and active. We love...
- Laura G.
Jordyn W.
5.0
I initially hired Jordy for occasional child-care and when she really helped my 6 year old be so much more balanced when it comes to school to home transitions instead of having to decompress and throw off our nighttime routines. She is great to have in the summer and always gets my son in a calm...
- Opal T.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Prairie Grove, AR:
How can I find a Prairie Grove babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Prairie Grove, AR 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 6 babysitters in Prairie Grove, AR 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 Prairie Grove, AR?
The average rate for Prairie Grove, AR babysitters on Care.com is $25.67 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 Prairie Grove, AR?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Prairie Grove, AR 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.