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Sarah J.

Experienced Mom And Empty Nester.

Shawnee, KS

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a married mother of two adult children. I spent my high school and college summers as a nanny, then five years in social work. I stayed at home with my children and taught in the children's ministry at our church. In my spare time, I like to check out new restaurants and coffee shops with my husband of 25 years. I also...
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Brooke E.

Shawnee, KS

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$10/hr
As a soon-to-be registered NICU nurse, I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. I am excited to bring joy, learning, and care to your family. I have been a CNA for 2 years and graduate nursing school this March. I'm known for my patience and friendly nature, and I believe in open...
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Slavi D.

Shawnee, KS

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$21/hr
5 years experience
I'm a caregiver/nanny with a passion for helping children grow and develop. My previous babysitting roles have shown me that I have a knack for providing a safe and nurturing environment for kids. I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages and I'm comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. My...
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Hailey V.

Childcare Provider

Shawnee, KS

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm 18 years old and Im graduating high school in may and I also have my CNA which I've been working as for a year. I have 3 nephews and 3 Nieces and I've watched them since they were born. I've also work as a Childcare provider for children ages 6 months to 12 years. I'm great with kids and a very outgoing and have a spunky...
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Sidney S.

Childcare Provider And Educator

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sidney. I am a graduate of the University of Missouri (BA '20) and New York University (MA '23). I have been babysitting various ages of children since I was 12 years old. I have had jobs ranging from watching a single infant, to driving four siblings to soccer, ballet, and more. For three years I worked in...

Leslie H. says "Sidney has been babysitting for our littles for two years. Our kids love her! She's incredibly responsible and reliable. She understands her job is to...

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Jessica G.

Prairie Village, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
. 8 years of experience in daycare facilities/ babysitting / nanny / CPR first aid certified/ KS DCF Director Approval/ Bachelors in Psychology Truly cares about the kids

Care Member says "Jessica is amazing! She is great with kids of all ages - really fun, patient, and caring. When she was my daughter’s teacher my daughter treated her...

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Carmen M.

Native Spanish Speaker, Babysitting

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Carmen. I am 27 and I am from Madrid, Spain. I moved with my family to Uptown New Orleans in 2014 where I studied visual arts at NOCCA until 2016. I moved to the wonderful Kansas City, MO in 2016 where I studied photography in the Kansas City Art Institute until graduation in 2020. During the fall of 2021 I did an art...

Danielle M. says "Sweet young lady!! I would of loved to have hired her but my messages were getting delayed. She is willing to meet you before hand & is eager to care...

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Kameron C.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hello! My name is Kameron, I'm 22 years old, and I am currently attending UMKC as a theatre major. I am looking for a one-time/part-time pet sitting jobs and babysitting jobs. I have provided child care for all age ranges up to 12 and have 2 years experience with animal care. Previously, I was a nanny to two kids, as well as...

Care Member says "My daughter had a great time with Kameron! I appreciated that she was punctual and communicated well with me. "

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Holly P.

Babysitter/Nanny

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a nanny and worked in a day care with children from newborns-early teens. I have previously been an after school nanny, summer nanny, full time nanny, and date night nanny.

Care Member says "Highly recommend! I feel so safe leaving my baby, now toddler with Holly. Very happy to have found her for date nights!! "

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Caleigh H.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started babysitting when I was around 14 years old. it began with siblings or cousins and then turned into family friends, parent's coworkers and neighbors. I am in my third year of college at Rockhurst University studying Psychology and Occupational Therapy. I have always enjoyed spending time watching children which is what...

Allison E. says "We've been working with Caleigh for several months now for regular date nights and have found her to be super reliable (even stepping up last minute...

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Kiersten A.

Able To Work Anytime

Overland Park, KS

4.7(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I worked at a licensed daycare for almost two years. I have my CDA, I am CPR and first aid certified. I have 3 younger brothers that I have always helped with. I was a nanny with a family for 3+ years. have always babysat since I can remember. I love kids!

Euleashia E. says "Kiersten has been caring for my daughter since 2014 while she worked at her daycare. I hired her on to care for her in the evenings while I attended...

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Hannah Q.

I'm Looking To Babysit Children While Parents Are Out

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Hannah. I have 4 years experience in early childhood education, and I have a true passion for helping children grow and learn! I have spent the last year teaching at an outdoor school in Olathe. However, I think I am ready to work closer to my home in Lee's Summit. I am reliable, kind, and creative. I have...

Ayan R. says "We have known Hannah for a while and hired her multiples times for child care - both as a nanny and as a baby sitter. She is loving, caring, dependable and...

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Jenna D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello, me name is Jenna D. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old. My grandma also ran a daycare which I helped at before and after school. I have worked with multiple kids with different age groups and disabilities. 2 summers ago I was a camp counselor working with 15 children at once so I am able to work with with...

Austin B. says "Hired Jenna to watch our 2 month old for 10 hours and she's was great. Jenna was punctual, easygoing, and made us feel very comfortable leaving our...

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Olivia M.

Looking To Babysit!

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
I am a college graduate in psychology. I currently work as a behavioral technician at a clinic for kids with autism. I am looking for childcare jobs that I can take on weekends or for special occasions such as date nights! I have babysat and nannied for kids since middle school and in the summer I was a nanny for an amazing...

Care Member says "I highly recommend Olivia and would absolutely book her again. She was a great communicator, arrived promptly, and asked great questions about safety....

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Julia K.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Julia! I am currently a daycare teacher but I am looking for a family to nanny part-time. I've worked with kids for 10 years! I also have a 1-year-old son! I love getting outside enjoying nature, going to the park and I absolutely love the zoo! Art and crafts are another activity I enjoy doing with kids!

Care Member says "Julia was great with my boys. They usually have a tough time with bed time but they went down super easy for her. I was very impressed!"

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Maria M.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I began working with children in 2014 volunteering in my church's nursery. Since then I have gone on to work in many daycares. I have taken many child safety and child development classes and have learned so much about the beautiful developing young mind. I have a passion for teaching children how to learn and grow, especially...

Jeff M. says "Maria watched our infant for about 3 months and was wonderful. She was always 10 minutes early, willing to stay late, and never missed a day! Would...

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Jessica B.

Seeking Temporary Placement Until April 18th

Kansas City, MO

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
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Stella O.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Stella. I would love to have the opportunity to work with you. taking care of your kid or kids. I'm pretty flexible with my schedule. I have 7 years experience with kids and I do enjoy taking care of kids and seeing them grow up and learning new things . I worked in servile day cares. I have lots of ideas and...

Julie C. says "I have 4 boys and Stella is wonderful with all their different personalities! She is such a gift. Stella has a gift of seeing the details. She is so...

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Kelsey G.

Lenexa, KS

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm an anesthesia resident at the University of Kansas Medical Center looking for a job while I finish up school. Great with kids and animals, love math and science, and reliable. CPR certified.

Kiah M. says "She watched my 4 & 2 year old for a weeknight date night. She was easy to communicate with, was very punctual, and my kids loved her! I felt very at ease...

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Sally S.

Part-time Caregiver

Leawood, KS

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. I enjoy all ages and have experience with all ages. I have done some overnight care as well as just a few hours here and there.

Brian H. says "Sally is just a wonderful person all around. She is great with my dogs and I feel completely confident she will do a great job every time. My daughter...

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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.82/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated babysitters is 5.0

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Shawnee, KS

Babysitters in Shawnee, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Sidney S.

Sidney has been babysitting for our littles for two years. Our kids love her! She's incredibly responsible and reliable. She understands her...

- Leslie H.

Jessica G.

Jessica is amazing! She is great with kids of all ages - really fun, patient, and caring. When she was my daughter’s teacher my daughter...

- Care member

Carmen M.

Sweet young lady!! I would of loved to have hired her but my messages were getting delayed. She is willing to meet you before hand & is...

- Danielle M.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Shawnee, KS:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Shawnee, 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 44 babysitters in Shawnee, 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 Shawnee, KS babysitters on Care.com is $16.82 per hour as of June 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 Shawnee, 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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