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60 babysitters are listed in Valley Park, MO
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Valley Park, MO
5.0
(1)
I have been working with children for about 10 years, through both volunteer and paid positions. I have worked at my church's Sunday school, various summer camps, briefly with Best Buddies, at the YMCA, in various babysitting positions, and in schools as a 5th grade teacher, 4th grade teacher, and early childhood education...
Cassidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cassidi is amazing! She was on time, so good with our son and so helpful. We've already scheduled to use her again!"
Alex C.
5.0
(2)
I have experience with Feeding, bathing, walking, waste clean up, giving medicine morning/night, vet appointments.
Kim can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
5.0
"Kim took care of my parents 3 dogs, and 1 bird. She walked, fed, and gave medication while they were on vacation. Bonus, came home to a clean house.
Happy with her!"
Elliot N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kaycee, I have fulfilled various positions over the past 8 years related to care taking. I have experience working with children, which include a Teaching Assistant at a Preschool, social worker at an early childhood center, practicum student at Crisis Nursery, CNA experience, practicum student at Great Circle,...
Kaycee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kaycee was GREAT! She babysat our 1 yr old and 4 yr old and played so nice with them, very interactive- she's just the sweetest. She had both kids in bed (which can be hard w a 1 yr old!) and the house cleaned when we got home. And the best part is she came over to...
Victoria K.
Ellen S.
Ballwin, MO
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Experience nanny and mom. I'm a 48-year-old married woman with a 13-year-old daughter of my own. The current family I care for I have been with for 3 years. I love the family I work for and I'm only looking for extra night and weekends work. The last family I nanny for before this one had a 5-year-old and 6-month-old. I cared...
Ellen can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Ellen worked with us for a week and was very caring and patient. She engaged my son in activities all the time and made him feel comfortable from the very first day. She was very punctual too."
Preeti A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Took care of an elderly couple for a year, just ending in December.
I took care of a man with Aids for one full year. I also took care part time of an elderly woman for several months. And I've taken care of a woman who is quadriplegic.
I was also a teacher/ counselor at St. Joseph's Academy and Chaminade for 30 years.
I love...
5.0
"Mary (or as she is known, Peggy) is a thoughtful, compassionate and caring person who takes a genuine interest in others and has a "helping" kind of personality..
She engages in the lives of others in a helpful way."
Ralph S.
Claire H.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello!
I recently left my career teaching special education to look for a more laid back atmosphere. I've got 7 years of teaching experience, 5 years in early childhood and 2 in elementary. I've got 10+ years experience babysitting all ages, newborn to 10 years old. I have a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Special Education...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Claire is a dedicated, kind, and patient Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, and would bring her gifts into any family care situation for children of all ages. I have decades of experience and even I have turned to her for advice with children in my care....
Diane H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My legal name is Mary Margaret but I go by Peggy. And no, I was never a nun!! LOL
I have been a teacher and counselor at St. Josephs Academy and Chaminade College Preparatory for 30 years. I love kids. I grew up taking care of 13 nieces and nephews and thousands of school kids. I have a Master's degree in Education and another...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision
5.0
"Peggy is a caring lady, retired art teacher and guidance specialist in a private school. She taught at one school for approximately twenty and another for about ten. She is dedicated to the task(s) at hand."
Jim Z.
Olivia W.
Saint Louis, MO
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am Really Good With Children And Babies And Love To Make Them Smile
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience. I have been babysitting since freshman year of high school. I am now a sophomore in college. I am going for my general education right now but afterwards I plan to go to nursing school to be a labor and delivery nurse. I have watched children ranging from 3 months to 5 years old. I love children and...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Olivia is wonderful with our almost 5 year old! She has been sitting for us for dates nights for several years, and is dependable, reliable, and punctual. She is great with our kiddo, and he loves her like family!"
Ricka F.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience as a nanny and 6 with babysitting children of all ages and levels of development. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I know English and French fluently and Spanish proficiently. I also know some limited ASL and am continuing towards proficiency. I am also a certified lifeguard with the Red Cross and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Ashley was amazing with our two school age kids, She is always punctual. She is smart engaging and kind and the kids loved having her spend time with them."
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Ashley S.
Saint Louis, MO
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and I am now 26. I love kids and I love interacting with them! I have worked at a daycare back home for 4 years, so I have a lot of experience. I am always on time and I am responsible. I love to do activities outside and I love animals! I enjoy doing crafts and puzzles! It...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Ashley is great with actually playing with kids! She enjoys playing games and doing crafts. She's a good driver and I feel comfortable with her picking up from school or activities."
Linda W.
Julia M.
Ballwin, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Julia and I am a 4th-grade teacher in the St. Louis area. I've been teaching for several years, but have been babysitting for 10+ years. I've watched all ages, and multiple children at at a time. I can help with homework after-school, help with meals or cleaning, or just to hangout with the kiddos! Per my career...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It may be hard to believe, but Julia is the best child care professional I have ever used. From day number one, Julia was perfect for my kids (8yr boy and a 14 yr girl). Already these two of these mix like water and oil (young brother and teenage daughter). Julia...
Jason G.
Lauren L.
Saint Louis, MO
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Lauren. I am 23 years old and recently moved to St. Louis, MO. I have been nannying/babysitting for 8 years, and I have experience with kids of 0 months-10 years old. I have my own car for transportation, and I am also comfortable with caring for pets. I am available weekdays and weekends.
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Lauren was an amazing sitter for our four young boys! She was incredibly patient while firm and always loving. No mess or amount of insanity would get her flustered. Lauren very rarely missed a day but always gave excellent notice when necessary. We would...
Laura R.
5.0
(2)
I am a 20-year-old college student from San Diego, California, and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I have experience babysitting as young as newborns and up to 12+. A little bit about me: I am a part of a huge family with 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. I absolutely love working with children and...
Micah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Micah watched our little one for a summer while we were in between daycares. We loved having her and knowing our little girl was well cared for. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges as well. I have been babysitting my cousins (ages 5 and 7) since they were born as well as some family friends with three boys (ages 5, 5, and 8). I also nannied for two different families. One with a 3 months old girl and another with...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!"
Katherine T.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of Assistant Teaching experience. I also have 4 years of babysitting/nannying. I'm CPR certified and First aid trained.
Nicholas can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My love for care giving began when I was very young. At age 12 I began babysitting for many local families (with children of all age groups) who then would recommend my services to their friends. I worked for many of them throughout all my teen years. I have since worked as a full and part time Nanny for several families, as...
Naomi can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ms. Naomi has been our savor the last few months helping out with our family and little one. She's certainly become part of our family! She is consistently keeping our little one engaged with songs, play, activities, while keeping in mind her developmental...
Elizabeth K.
Dolores D.
Ballwin, MO
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a college student at goldfarb school of nursing. I am CPR certified as well. I have many years of experience babysitting and I have been a nanny multiple times. I love being able to hang out with children! I am comfortable with any time of the day or night and I am very flexible with whatever works best for...
Dolores can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dolores responded to a last minute request for help I needed with childcare for my 8 year-old son. She showed up on time (7am), was super respectful, and amazing my with my boy. I couldn't say enough positive things about her!"
Alexander K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience in clean bathrooms, kitchens, rooms, living rooms and dinning rooms. I have cleaned all houses and clothing.
Liliana can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning & more
5.0
"Liliana is prompt, thorough, and trustworthy."
Julie H.
Norah K.
Saint Louis, MO
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Norah. I am 21 years old and have had lots of experience with kids through tutoring, VBS, babysitting, and working a job for two years at a local nursery. I have babysat many kids in my neighborhood as well as worked a 40-hour-per-week babysitting job over the summer. I have taken multiple child development...
Norah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Norah was very punctual and was very sweet caring for our 4 month old! She did a great job!"
Kevin N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a mom of 3 grown children and only one living at home. I'm looking for part time possibly after school for a few hours and preferably in my area. I work full time as a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher for the Special School District in Rockwood. I've also worked as a Pre-K teacher for 8 years. I love kids! I'm...
Debbie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Debbie stayed with our older kids for four days and three nights and was amazing. She is very trustworthy, kind and professional. She got our kids up and ready for school and got them to their various activities/sports after school hours. She also prepared dinners...
Marla W.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Valley Park, MO
Cassidi H.
5.0
Cassidi is amazing! She was on time, so good with our son and so helpful. We've already scheduled to use her again!
- Alex C.
Kim H.
5.0
Kim took care of my parents 3 dogs, and 1 bird. She walked, fed, and gave medication while they were on vacation. Bonus, came home to a clean house.
Happy with her!
- Elliot N.
Kaycee M.
5.0
Kaycee was GREAT! She babysat our 1 yr old and 4 yr old and played so nice with them, very interactive- she's just the sweetest. She had both kids in bed (which can be hard w a 1 yr old!) and the house cleaned when we got home. And the best part is she came over to meet the kids a few days before...
- Victoria K.
Ellen S.
5.0
We were visiting from out of town and were desperate for sitter. We found Ellen at the last minute to babysit our 7 month old son while we went to a wedding. She responded to us quickly, arrived on time. She was professional and did a great job! We were so appreciative of her that night!
- Sophie U.
Mary O.
5.0
Mary (or as she is known, Peggy) is a thoughtful, compassionate and caring person who takes a genuine interest in others and has a "helping" kind of personality..
She engages in the lives of others in a helpful way.
- Ralph S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Valley Park, MO:
How can I find a Valley Park babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Valley Park, 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 7 babysitters in Valley Park, 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 Valley Park, MO?
The average rate for Valley Park, MO babysitters on Care.com is $18.29 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 Valley Park, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Valley Park, 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.