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Makayla R.

Mountain Home, ID

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, my name is Makayla. I have babysat and watched kids of all ages my whole life. I love reading to them and playing games. I especially love doing arts and crafts. I will help with homework. I am very easygoing and happy. I love children. I live in Mountain Home. My husband is active duty stationed at MHAFB. I have 2...

Daniele O. says "She is kind, caring and loving! She's one of the most dependable people I've ever known!"

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Hello

Mountain Home, ID

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Christina. I am an USAF Veteran and a mother to a wonderful 9-year-old boy. I've been working with kids since I was 15 and really enjoy it. (side note: After having my son, I kept most of the items needed for the care of an infant.) For activities I have board games, a trampoline w/a net, yard games, tons of chalk...

Care Member says "Christina was great with our kids, they loved her 😊 I will definitely ask her to watch my kiddos again. "

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Tutor/Homeschool/Child Care

Mountain Home, ID

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Hannah! I am currently a homeschool teacher for grade 1st, 5th, and 7th. I am searching for a homeschooling/nannying job in the Boise area beginning June 2023. I previously taught kindergarten and 1st in a public school. I have worked with ages infant through high school in other settings as well. I love teaching...
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Sophia's Bio

Mountain Home, ID

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as reserved but friendly and patient. I like working with kids because they are so honest and creative. Kids always have an interesting perspective on life and I love the idea of nurturing and teaching the next generation . I'm looking for a care position where I can be a positive reliable caregiver...
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Hi, My Name Is Paitton. I Am A Sophomore At Hawaii Pacific University.

Mountain Home, ID

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$13/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun, and adventurous. I like working with kids because kids are happy and playful and it makes me so happy to see the joy on their face. I have always loved kids and enjoy helping out others. I'm looking for a job that I enjoy. I started working with kids when I was 7 years old. I...
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Mountain Home, ID

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for helping children learn and grow. My six years of experience and college degree in Biology have equipped me with the skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children of all ages. My patient, calm, and creative nature allows me to connect with children...
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Fun And Responsible Sitter

Mountain Home, ID

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hey parents! My name is Maureen, and I am 22 years old. I graduated with my B. S. in Exercise Science from Eastern Washington University and I start a hybrid doctorate program in the fall for Occupational Therapy. I hope to become a pediatric occupational therapist. I am certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED. I have 7 years of...
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Mountain Home, ID

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$9/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
As a nurturing caregiver with a passion for enriching young lives, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting experiences that ignited my desire to make a meaningful impact on children's development. I believe in...

Child care centers in Mountain Home, ID

Megan Dawn

5224 NW Tennant Ave Mountain Home, ID

My name is Megan. As a mother, I am highly aware of the importance of quality care for our children. Our children need loving/nurturing environments, where they are given the direction to learn and grow through adventure and play. After my daughter was born, I knew I did not want her going to just any "Daycare Center"...
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
The Children's House Montessori School provides a childcare program in Mountain Home, Idaho. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination using the Montessori method of education....

Family Treasures Day Care Center

1050 American Legion Blvd Mountain Home, ID

Child care
Preschool
Family Treasures in Mountain Home, Idaho, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from zero to seven years old provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole child and his/her...

Friends of Children and Families, Inc.

1745 American Legion Blvd Mountain Home, ID

Child care
Friends of Children and Families, Inc. in Mountain Home, Idaho, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant to four years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop...

Mickey and Minnie's Playhouse

194 Sw Fly By Ave Mountain Home, ID

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Established in 2004, Mickey and Minnie's Playhouse is a daycare and early education center. It is a state-licensed facility located in Mountain Home, Idaho. The center serves children, infants up to twelve-year-old children. Its operational hours is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Mother's Day Out

1400 N 3rd East Mountain Home, ID

State license verified

Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We are a daycare with a Christian and preschool emphasis. We offer care Mondays - Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For ages 18 months - 5 years old.

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  • 14 child care providers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.12/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated child care providers is 5.0

FAQs for finding child care near you in Mountain Home, ID

Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.12 per hour as of June 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.

Care.com currently has 8 child care providers near you in Mountain Home, ID. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Mountain Home, ID and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Mountain Home, ID that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.

You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Mountain Home, ID, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Mountain Home, ID and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.

Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.

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