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10,390 in-home babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average star rating for in-home babysitters is 4.7
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I've been working with kids of various ages ever since I was 15, and it's something I am very passionate about. Every kid has their own unique personality and being a babysitter/nanny gave me the opportunity to learn what each of those personalities entail and how they are just as curious as everyone else and leaning into those...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Molly H.
Columbus, OH
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Molly And I Am Confident I Can Provide Help For You And Your Family In Anyway I Can!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Molly and I am new to the Columbus area. I have always loved pet sitting and babysitting and I can't wait to help you out when you need me! I am kind, patient, really good with kids, and have been babysitting for quite some time now. I am very confident that I can provide the quality care that you are hoping for...
Marilyn S.
Columbus, OH
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate & Kind Nanny Willing To Assist In Short-term Care / Temporary Positions
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years of professional nanny experience, and well over a decade of babysitting experience! Willing to work with children of all ages, and comfortable providing care for children with special needs. CPR/First Aid certified, willing to assist with household duties, and owner of a reliable vehicle. Recently moved to...
Marilyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats. She was great with our dogs as well. So much, one wants...
Kimberly L.
5.0
(3)
I'm a 20-year-old junior at The Ohio State University. I will be back home in Elmhurst, IL Dec 10th to January 3rd. With five years of experience working mainly with toddlers and older children, I've come to cherish the art of caregiving. My energetic and positive nature, coupled with my kind-hearted and reliable disposition,...
5.0
"Our girls really like Bella. She is very interactive with them. They love when she bakes with them. She is dependable and has a great personality. I’ve recommended her to my friends and family. I’ve also used her services as a dog sitter for our two dogs; one which...
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Makayla B.
Columbus, OH
$15-17/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Makayla and I am 22 years old. I currently work as a nanny but have recently moved and am looking to work closer to home. I have 7 years of experience working with children.
I'd describe my personality as creative, trustworthy, and fun.
I like working with kids because I love to see them grow and learn...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
5.0
"Makayla has been such a great caregiver to our 3 boys. She was always on time, always kind and compassionate, and always went above and beyond to make sure the boys had a great time. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone."
Ashley C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly, Responsible, Enthusiastic
I like working with kids because I like to teach and watch them grow up. I enjoy being a role model and a good example for the kids that I work with.
I started working with kids in when I was a you taking care of my cousins in 2017. I started my professional career in 2021 when I was a...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great with my children and always on time. I love her "
Misty M.
Makenzie J.
Columbus, OH
$15-200/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi my name is Kenzie. I am currently a stay at home mom with my 10-month-old daughter.
I have several years of babysitting. I adore spending time with children while creating, singing, laughing, & playing! I can't wait to meet you & your family!
Makenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Kyla H.
Columbus, OH
$15/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kyla and I am a senior at The Ohio State University. I have been babysitting since I was about 12 years old. I have worked as a camp counselor, volunteered in elementary classrooms/daycares, tutor and I have spent the past 4. 5 years as a Primary/Early Learning Instructor at Kumon Math and Reading Center tutoring...
Kyla can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Abigail G.
Columbus, OH
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Student Hoping To Meaningfully Connect With Families While Proving Caretaking Services.
Hi there, I'm Abigail! My experience includes two years working as a live in staff in a maternity home for homeless women and their children. I provided pregnancy and postpartum care, giving the support needed for families to heal and grow in a community environment. During these years I gained a breadth of experience in infant...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Carly C.
Columbus, OH
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am A Creative, Active And Outgoing Person. I Love To Read, Listen To Music And Watch Movies.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, positive, and loving.
I like working with kids because they make me laugh. I also enjoy teaching them new things.
I'm looking for a job that is consistent. I would like a schedule and a full time position.
I got my first babysitting job at 14 and continued all through high school...
In the recent past my certifications and experience include: AEP/First Aid, Lifeguard, 2+ years or formal daycare/nursery teaching, 10+ years babysitting/nanny experience, regular Sunday school teaching, leading of children's choirs, art clubs, and drama clubs at church. I have complete several teaching practicums including...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Alison C.
Columbus, OH
$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I would say that I am a very loving, caring, fun, and hard working babysitter! I love kids, and I have been babysitting for the past six years. I am a traveling registered nurse who will be home for the summer and am looking for some part time work hours
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am a sophomore at the University of Cincinnati, but I am going to be home for the summer in Bexley the beginning of June. I have a lot of experience with babysitting, I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, my mom has her own in home daycare service, so I've been around kids my entire life, and I also just nannied...
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Sheila and I am a Senior High School. I love working with kids and have had experience babysitting in general. My level of experience includes working for my mother's in home daycare for about the past five years, watching my cousins and babysitting my 6-year-old sister. I am also a volunteer. Generally this...
Sheila can also help with: Craft assistance
I am a very responsible, kind and respectful person, I love being able to share time with children, my dedication is to teach children martial arts, I am very understanding and above all affectionate, I am a woman with purposes and goals, I would love to be part of a very respectful and kind family, I am very dedicated to my...
Bella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Hi there, my name is Pilar! I'm 20, a junior in college and I'm majoring in elementary education. I grew up with a younger brother and a younger sister, as well as a dog and a cat. I have been caring for children since I was 13 years old, and have watched children ages 4 months old - 14 years old. I have nannied for families...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ana. I am mother to 6 children ages 2-18. In my recent experience with children I was babysitting from home. Family moved so no longer watch him, I was also the preschool teacher at a Learning Center in Hilliard previous to preschool, I was the toddler teacher for a year and a half. I have 7+ years of childcare...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ana is completely lovely. She took care of my kids before school and got them to school. They aren't always easy, but she got the job done and they like her. I like her! And not just because she frequently cleaned or folded laundry! Ana is great!"
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting ever since I was 15 years old. During this time, I have gained experience in becoming CPR and First Aid trained, worked with a variety of ages from 2+, and worked with individuals with special needs. I like to keep kids away from screen time and bring their imaginations to life. Willing to travel to local...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She did amazing with a particularly difficult child with disabilities. "
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have an established in home daycare of over 10 years, a full time adult helper, excellent references from past and present, and have been babysitting babies and children of all ages since I was 11 years old. I am a 41-year-old non smoker and my partner is a 40-year-old non smoker. We do circle time, music time, arts and...
Desiree can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was willing to work with my son in the tough transition from his previous sitter. We've seen a huge improvement at home and with her!"
Jen D.
Jessica S.
Dublin, OH
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have recently left my teaching job after 6 years as a teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter part-time and full-time for the past nine years now. I have completed my education degree as of April 2015. I am currently finishing in my 6th year as a full time teacher Columbus, within southwestern city schools. I offer tutoring...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
3.0
"Nice girl and my kids love her. But disappointed in lack of dependability. She was supposed to show for a sit at 9 a.m. on a Friday; confirmed on Wednesday; and then did not show up."
Stephanie K.
Recent in-home babysitter reviews from local parents
Marilyn S.
5.0
Marilyn has cared for my 2yr old son and (newly) 5 year old daughter part time since January 2019. My kids adore her. She was also responsible for picking them up for preschool and installing their car seats. She was great with our dogs as well. So much, one wants to live with her now.
- Kimberly L.
Isabella R.
5.0
Isabella was a great dog sitter for my family and I. She was extremely sweet and well versed on how to deal with dogs of all kinds. On top of that she was a very personable and respectable young lady. Definitely recommend hiring Isabella to help you out for any dog sitting needs!
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Makayla B.
5.0
Makayla has been such a great caregiver to our 3 boys. She was always on time, always kind and compassionate, and always went above and beyond to make sure the boys had a great time. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone.
- Ashley C.
Andrea N.
5.0
Great with my children and always on time. I love her
- Misty M.
Ana O.
5.0
Ana is completely lovely. She took care of my kids before school and got them to school. They aren't always easy, but she got the job done and they like her. I like her! And not just because she frequently cleaned or folded laundry! Ana is great!
- Care member
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Finish your search for the perfect in-home babysitter
Finding an in-home babysitter can be a great option for busy parents who need a hand with the kids while they take care of other things in life. We are...
Finding an in-home babysitter can be a great option for busy parents who need a hand with the kids while they take care of other things in life. We are here to help you find an in-home babysitter who can come to your house to watch the kids. Compare profiles, read reviews from other parents, and find a perfect match for your family.
In-home babysitters by the numbers
10,390providers |
6.4 yrsavg. experience |
6,926member reviews |
4.7 / 5avg. rating |
FAQs for finding an in-home babysitter
What are in-home babysitters?
In-home babysitters are simply normal babysitters, but ones who specifically work in the home. Usually, families hire in-home babysitters to watch their children when they go on a date, help them with homework after school while the parents finish up work, or to have an extra set of hands around when juggling a busy home and family life.
What questions should I ask an in-home babysitter in an interview?
When interviewing an in-home babysitter, it can be helpful to have a list of interview questions ready to go. Not sure what questions to ask an in-home babysitter? You can ask them about their experience, what babysitter duties they feel comfortable handling, and what their past babysitting experiences are like. You can also request they provide you with references from past clients.
How much do in-home babysitters charge?
How much an in-home babysitter charges depends on a few different factors, such as their years of experience, where you live, how many children they will be watching, and what babysitter duties they’ll tackle. In-home babysitter rates start at $17.45, but again this price can vary. Which is why on Care.com, you can search for in-home babysitters that charge rates that fit your budget.
Ratings for in-home babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
In-Home Babysitters are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 6,926 reviews of the 10,390 listed in-home babysitters.