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Saida O.

Full-time/ Part-time / Weekends Nanny

Columbus, OH

4.8(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 38 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there ! My name is Saida, I am 34 years old. I have 4 daughters , my 8 years old daughter S and 2 years old A I love kids and I really enjoy taking care of them. they are little angels that bring happiness to our lives. I have been working as a baby sitter for over three years and I have worked with so many loving families! I...

Care Member says "Saida is wonderful! You can tell she has a love for children. She was with us for a year. For reference, she came to us when my twins were 11 months and...

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Jenny G.

Full-Time Caregiver

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I am a mother of 3 kiddos who aren't so little anymore (18, 19 & 26). I have a lot to offer. I love children and I truly care about their health and well-being. I love the outdoors, going for walks, outside activities, going to the pool/parks, reading books, etc. I am extremely organized and love to maintain a clean sanitary...

Brittany H. says "Jenny currently nannies our 3 boys (8,5 and 3) along with our 7 month old daughter. She is extremely patient with my 3 year old who can sometimes test...

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Sarah C.

Mother of Two, With Great Personality!

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Greetings!! I am currently seeking full-time employment in a home with 1-3 children. My lifestyle is firmly rooted in routine and schedule, but I sure do like to have fun!

Kristin O. says "Sarah has been our nanny for 4 years. She has cared for our children who are now the ages 9, 7, and 4 and they adore her. She loves her job and has taken...

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Gretchen S.

Date Night Sitter

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a mother of 2. My son just turned 23 and my daughter just left to Akron for her first year of college. I have over 10 years of experience taking care of children and the elderly in their home. I am available on the weekend to take care of the little ones while the adults have fun. I'm able to help with laundry and light...

Care Member says "On time, communicative and very nice! "

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Sylvia H.

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Sylvia, let me tell you a bit about my childcare experience! I've worked with infants, preschoolers, and school-agers. I've worked as a daycare teacher and also as a nanny, morning helper, and over night sitter. I am CPR/First Aid certified and I'm certified on OCCRA, which is an early childhood development and...

Kelli C. says "Sylvia is amazing :) I would definitely recommend her as your nanny or helper :) My children love her."

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Jessica T.

Full-time Nanny Available

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have had a passion for working with children and being a safe beacon for them since high school. I started caring for children as a date night babysitter and part-time nanny throughout high school. I cared for children ages 1m -5 years. I also volunteered in my church nursery, children's, and middle school programs. I majored...

Care Member says "Jess is the only friend I have trusted with my baby girl who is now one year old. Over the past year, Jess has watched her for at least a half dozen...

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Jennifer P.

Patient, Loving And Fun Sitter

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
I've been working with babies/ children since 2015. I have experience with providing baby/toddler care in home and worked in school settings (ages 3-19). I currently work as a Program Coordinator for a program supporting youths with special needs. Looking to be apart of your child's village. As the summer 2024 approaches...

Elaina S. says "Jennifer is very trustworthy and mature. From the moment I met her I knew she would do great with my son. My son is two years old and receives early...

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Abigail S.

Interactive And Creative Sitter

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi there! My name is Abby and I am an enthusiastic, patient and caring 26-year-old. I hold a B. S. in Child and Family Studies from The Ohio University, where I graduated in May 2021. I absolutely love children, especially infants and have a multitude of experience. I was a full-time nanny for two years for children ages...

Care Member says "Abby is literally the best! We hired her as our son’s nanny when he was 1 and she was with us until he turned 3. She was also there for the birth of my...

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Julianna W.

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Julianna. I'm 27 years old and moved to Columbus from the DC area in March 2023. I am a former flight attendant of 4+ years. I'm quick on my feet, extremely people-oriented and can handle anything. When I worked at the Airlines, getting to meet people was my favorite part. I was often asked to hold babies while...

Erin B. says "We love Julianna! She's responsible, engaging, caring, patient, and fun! Our kids adore her and are always so excited to see her smiling face. I know they...

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Makayla B.

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...

Felicia V. says "Makayla is great with kids, my boys love her! She's very dependable and trustworthy. I highly recommend."

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Rhiannon N.

Nanny, Babysitter, Errand Runner

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
Hi there! I'm Rhiannon. I recently graduated from UC in '22. I have been have been caring for children for the past 14 years, either as babysitter, nanny or helping my mom with her at home daycare since the age of 10. I have a lot of experience working with infants and toddlers. I have a lot of experience with children aging...

Cristina D. says "Rhiannon has babysat my children for the last 4 years. She's fun, caring, patient and understanding. She's quick to respond and always punctual. Highly...

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Lauren T.

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi there! I am on a break from my Master's in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and am in Columbus helping my sister through an illness. I have worked with children in home, legal, and educational settings. Most recently, I worked for a court-appointed attorney for CPS cases, and conducted home visits to learn...

Care Member says "Lauren was fantastic! She was punctual, fun, engaging, and patient. My little one said he wants to play with her again! Thanks Lauren!"

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Kyla H.

Columbus, OH

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
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...
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Siara R.

An Occasional Caregiver Available

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been a nanny for four different families over the past 11 years. Most of my experience is with children under 5 years old. I have twins, multiples, and special needs experience. I had a baby in Jan 2024 so baby would be with me on any jobs. Currently only available for occasional babysitting until we get into more of a...

Carrie H. says "Siara is magic. During the three plus years she worked for me she civilized my twin girls and taught me how to be a good mom. Siara was my nanny from...

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Joni A.

Fun And Charismatic Mom Of 3

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello Families! I am excited to start a journey with you and your child or loved one. I have over 20 years experience caring for children and elderly. Need a loving, caring, structured and fun gal to care for your kiddos? How about someone responsible and reliable to care for a loved one that desires to live at home but needs a...

Alex S. says "I can only say one things about Joni she is amazing! She really gives that extra effort when it come to the children. She takes time to aid them in learning...

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Crystal L.

Dependable And Creative Childcare Provider Available!

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I am Crystal, a fun and creative nanny with a passion for inspiring little faces. I'm currently accepting applications for childcare in my home and if you'd prefer a nanny I'm open to that as an option. I have been a child care provider throughout my life, starting in high school for neighbors and later expanding into the...

Bradley L. says "Crystal is thoughtful, talented, meticulous and its easy to feel her genuine care for people come through no matter what she is doing! I wouldn't...

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Ashley C.

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello my name is Ashley I am a stay at home mom to a super fun little 2-year-old boy. I am the oldest of 5 kids so the majority of my life I have spent watching and playing with kiddos. I have tons of babysitting experience and during college I also worked at an after school program with 3rd, 4th and, 5th graders. I have a pug...

Glenda W. says "Ashley was on time to pick up my son during her first day on the job. She is super kind and professional, and she made him feel comfortable from day 1. We...

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Katelyn S.

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Kate, and I'm a 25-year-old law school graduate. I have several years of nannying experience for all age groups, and I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record, as well. I adore kids and my favorite jobs I've ever had are working with kids. I studied music, and I also love hikes, reading aloud, and...

Care Member says "katelyn is an absolute dream to work with. our kiddo is more reserved and katelyn met her where she was and let their relationship grow organically....

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Idongesit I.

Elijah

Columbus, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello my name is Elijah, I work as a home care nurse with 5 years of experience. Dementia, transferring, med management, diabetes, PT, are just some of the things I can assist with. Feel free to reach out if you need a reliable skilled medical professional.

Care Member says "Punctual, professional, great to work with and would hire again. 5 stars. "

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Myaisha H.

I Have A Small In Home Daycare Located On The Northside Of Columbus Ohio.

Columbus, OH

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I'm fun, playful, silly, loving I like working with kids because kids are easy to me , they just want to be entertained and eat :) Really I just love working with children they bring some much joy to my heart. I have a small in home daycare located on Northside with so much fun for your little one I started working with...
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  • 129 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.26/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 4.7

Recent in home child care reviews from local parents in Columbus, OH

In Home Child Care in Columbus, OH are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews of the 129 listed in home child care

Saida O.

Saida is wonderful! You can tell she has a love for children. She was with us for a year. For reference, she came to us when my twins were...

- Care member

Jenny G.

Jenny currently nannies our 3 boys (8,5 and 3) along with our 7 month old daughter. She is extremely patient with my 3 year old who can...

- Brittany H.

Sarah C.

Sarah has been our nanny for 4 years. She has cared for our children who are now the ages 9, 7, and 4 and they adore her. She loves her job...

- Kristin O.

FAQs for finding in-home child care in Columbus, OH

Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Columbus, OH. There are 129 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.

What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of June, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $18.26 for in-home child care providers near you in Columbus, OH.

You can compare 129 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.

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