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Babysitters in Spring Valley, OH

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Dawn P.


Spring Valley, OH

$17-50/hr20 yrs exp

A Little About Me...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have spent my entire life caring for and working with children. I have taught both kindergarten and first grade, worked in a preschool, ran a daycare in my home for infants- school aged children, and currently spend my days in a toddler classroom. I have my BS in Elementary Education and my MA in Holistic Education. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Mackenzie C.


Dayton, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am new to Ohio, and I am looking for babysitting opportunities in the area. I have always had a passion for children and babysitting. Their contagious laughter and creative imaginations never fail to put a smile on my face. I have many years of experience watching over children of all ages, from infants to preteens. It...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We had a great interview! I hired her!"

Tisha D.

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Jessica G.


Dayton, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Jessica and I have been working with children for 10 years. Due to my circumstances, I was able to start working as a part time nanny/babysitter at the age of 17, though I had been building my experience through other childcare opportunities starting at the age of 13. In the summer of 2016 I was a full-time live-in...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jessica is great with kids. She has a very sweet personality, she loves to play games with the kids. She does really well when the kids are having a hard time transitioning away from moms and dads. She takes direction well and is really positive. "

Julie S.

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Mardou D.


Dayton, OH

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Kettering Area Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been a nanny for 10+ years, most recently for a family with 2 children. I was full time, Monday through Thursday. My daily duties included transportation to and from school, doctor/dentist appointments, camp, and many other extra activities. I also did the food shopping, light clean up, and odd and end errand...
Mardou can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mardi has been a full-time sitter for us for over two years. Our daughter's safety is always Mardi's top priority and she done a great job taking care of our daughter. She can handle all the challenges that come with childcare and I feel extremely comfortable...

Amy S.

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Susan G.


Dayton, OH

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

I have always been in the education field working with children. I have taught first grade, was an intervention assistant for grades K - 2, and even was a preschool assistant! Your children will be in great hands!
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Our schedules clashed. Really wish she could care for my kids. Very nice and respond. Cared about our needs."

Shaiesha C.

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Patricia J.


Bellbrook, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care, Cooking, Light Housekeeping, Errands, Appointments

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

One of the most important passions of mine is my love of interacting with my elders and assisting them, and their loved ones, while earning a living. I have lived with a 90ish couple and helped out with driving, cooking, meal clean-up, light housekeeping and yard-work, bingo outings, family outings, etc. I assist in the care of...
Patricia can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Pati is fun loving. She's done a fabulous job with after-school care for our two girls this year, they'll miss her a lot as our family schedules change this summer and next school year. She's trustworthy, patient and kind!"

Joy J.

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Rachael K.


Dayton, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rachael . I have been caring for children all my life. I am the eldest of siblings and have had multiple jobs in child care. For starters, I taught swim lessons at a local pool for 2 years. During this time I also umpired tee-ball and coach-pitch baseball and softball. I then took a position at a YMCA summer camp...
Rachael can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emelynn N.


Dayton, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I currently work at the YMCA, I have 10 years of Childcare experience. I started babysitting at age 12 for people besides my siblings. I started working at a YMCA Gym child watch when I was 17 and was promoted to a Daycare Floater in June 2020. From there I moved up to assistant preschool teacher and then a lead preschool...
Emelynn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We worked together at the YMCA, she is a beautiful person with a heart of gold! She is amazing with kid and infants. If you are looking for a sitter for your children(s) you will not be disappointed. **She will read to the kid(s), play, interacts amazing, even...

Rebecca A.

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Marlen J.


Dayton, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Lady

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have more than 10 years of experience with children; I had 4 of my own, and they grew up and moved out. I was a home mother for many years and took care of my kids. From time to time, I took care of my grandchildren as well. I can help with Carpooling and Errands as well for extra fee, of course. I'm Christian and congragate...
Marlen can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marlen helps me with my two kids , she is very kind , very reliable and always on time "

Kam S.

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Jillian S.


Bellbrook, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Friendly, Energetic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, positive, bubbly, and kind sitter. I am a former babysitter where I worked for about 2 years. I have been an Overnight Camp Counselor for the YMCA, as well as a Lifeguard for about 5 years and a past swim instructor. I love to be outside and doing fun activities with the kids. I enjoy sports like soccer,...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Jillian as a Mother's Helper for a couple months during my maternity leave (3 hours, 2x/week, 8 weeks). She was easy to work with and punctual. Jillian helped with caring for the baby and chores around the house. I was able to get sleep and attend...

Janie S.

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Ashley S.


Dayton, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun-loving mom of 2 who loves all children as her own! I have cared for neighbors, friends, & family of all ages for 17+ years and I'm a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant by trade. I've also worked as a fitness childcare attendant, swim coach, mentor at a Boys and Girls Club, VBS leader, & had the privilege of...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley has been so great with our kids! It's always scary to leave your kids but we don't have this worry with Ashley. She is amazing!"

Cherise R.

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Audrey P.


Dayton, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Audrey and I am 22 years old. I love kids, especially playing board games with them and making crafts. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have had lots of experience with babies and toddlers. I also have no problem with making food. I love hugs and am super social. Additionally, I have been...
Audrey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"STOP LOOKING. HIRE AUDREY. Audrey started watching our son when he was about 3 months old. She quickly became part of our family. We love how she cares for and loves our son. As first time parents we learned so much from Audrey as her experience as a much older...

Kaitlyn B.

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Alison S.


Dayton, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Teacher

Hi, I'm Alison. I'm 30 years old and a realtor. I'm looking to babysit/nanny on the side. I have a degree in special education. I taught Kindergarten Special Needs for 5 years at Franklin City Schools. I nannied all throughout college for two school aged boys.
5.0
"Alison took care of my energetic boys for years. I never had to worry when they were in Allison’s care. She always went above and beyond. Our family was blessed to have her be apart of it. I highly recommend Alison for childcare. "

Care member

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Holly F.


Dayton, OH

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Tutor With Daytime Availability

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced educator and caregiver, open to a part-time early afternoon gig at the moment, with morning availability beginning in the summer. I graduated from Cedarville University in 2016 (early childhood ed.) and from University of Dayton School of Law in 2021. My caregiving experience, aside from occasional...
Holly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Holly was great with my two little ones. Professional and interactive from the start. Both kids had all good things to say the next morning! Will hire again."

Noelle T.

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Hannah H.


Bellbrook, OH

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

I have many years of experience taking care of children, from babysitting, tutoring and being a live in nanny. I've cared for children of all different ages, including children with learning disabilities and mental health challenges. I'm currently a full-time nanny and would love to help with occasional babysitting! I enjoy...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hannah was GREAT with the kids. She made sure they got to and from school. She helped them with their homework. Even picked them up from school, if the school had called and they were being sent home early for whatever reason. Hannah is an amazing cleaner. She even...

Care member

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Delaney B.


Dayton, OH

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and loving. I like working with kids because I'm a kid at heart. I have trauma and know kids are very vulnerable. Working with kids put me in the position to be not only in charge but responsible for their safety and the things they are learning. I'm looking for a job that allows me...
Delaney can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Delaney did a great job with my son. She is very patient, understanding and caring. "

Elena C.

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Jacie W.


Dayton, OH

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hey y'all! My name is Jacie and I am currently the Family & Community Engagement Coordinator with a Educational Services Center! With my current position, I have summers off from work so I have plenty of time to spend with your little ones! I have over 4 years of experience working in a special needs childcare facility and I...
Jacie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I am one of Jacie's teachers at school and have mentored her for two years. She is great with children and desires to be a teacher in the future. She is a lot of fun and would be a great caretaker!"

Sara H.

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Taylor S.


Dayton, OH

$14-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Taylor! I recently moved to the area to pursue a doctorate degree in psychology at Wright State. I love kids so I'm looking for work as a part-time babysitter! I have over 8 years of childcare experience spanning from volunteer/mentorship positions (Boys and Girls Club of Cleveland and Columbus, OSU student groups...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor was fabulous! My child loved her. She was on-time, engaging and so, so patient. Bedtimes can be rough, but she did an excellent job. Definitely would hire her again!"

Winifred A.

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Claire G.


Bellbrook, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Fun And Adventurous!!

I have been babysitting since middle school. I have babysat up to five families some weeks. I have handled many crisises. I love taking kids on adventures and having fun!
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Cassie G.


Dayton, OH

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love taking care of children and animals. I am an experienced caregiver with 6 years under my belt. I am comfortable caring for any age group of children. I love to create a bond with you and your family so I can better understand your needs and the needs of your child. I truly love what I do and I can't wait to meet...
Cassie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We are so glad to have Cassie as a regular babysitter! She is great at communication, is punctual, and my son loves hanging out with her!"

Alexandra H.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Spring Valley, OH

Mackenzie C.

5.0

We had a great interview! I hired her!

- Tisha D.

Jessica G.

5.0

Jessica was our nanny for 1.5 years. She is a great communicator and truly cares for the well being of our family. She has built a strong relationship with my older daughter, now 2.5, and has cared for my youngest since birth. She helps around the house and with the fur babies too.

- Lisa P.

Mardou D.

5.0

First, Mardou was 100% punctual and dependable! Mardou was exceptionally reliable and created an amazing bond with our daughter. She was willing to go over and above in running errands, grocery shopping, and even preparing family meals.

- Amy S.

Susan G.

5.0

Our schedules clashed. Really wish she could care for my kids. Very nice and respond. Cared about our needs.

- Shaiesha C.

Patricia J.

5.0

Pati is fun loving. She's done a fabulous job with after-school care for our two girls this year, they'll miss her a lot as our family schedules change this summer and next school year. She's trustworthy, patient and kind!

- Joy J.

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