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Samantha L.

Springfield, MO

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Sam, I'm 24 and have lived in the Springfield area for about three years. I'm currently a toddler teacher at a daycare with previous experience with kids of all ages. I've lead classes of 3-5-year-olds as well as worked in homes one on one. I've also spent multiple summers working at camps with elementary through high...
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Grandmother Babysitter Late Afternoon - Overnight

Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have raised 3 children - one with Aspergers. I have 4 grandchildren ages, 8, 11, 13 and 16. I have been a caregiver for grandchildren since their birth. I LOVE children! I am now retired from the computer technology field. I would love to spend my days/evenings playing/caring for children. My home or your home child care...

Susan J. says "Karen watched our 6 month old daughter for a date night recently, and she did an amazing job. She was early and followed all instructions we gave her. She...

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Full Time Nanny/Caregiver.

Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there everyone! I'll try to keep this run down short, but there's so much to say! Here's a little about myself. I'm 42. I have been a full time nanny/home manager for over 25 years. I have cared for children for the majority of my 20s and 30s. I have nannied for 6 families ranging from ages premature-13 years old and long...

Care Member says "Carie is fantastic! She has taken tremendous care of our son since the first week he was born. She is caring, loving, dependable, and goes above and...

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Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a college student at Missouri State University. I'm staying in Springfield this summer & I am in need of a job. I use to babysit my younger cousins when I went back home and I loved it! I had so much fun watching my cousins over the summers & I would love to experience that again with some new kids! Personally, I am good at...
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Springfield, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a passion for helping people with developmental disabilities. My brother was cognitively disabled from birth, and is non-verbal, so I grew up in the world of IDDs. I have worked in this field in various capacities over the past 20 years including group homes, schools, day programs, and ISLs. Most recently I have managed...
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Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! I have over 7 years of experience with kids in both classroom and home settings. I also have experience with twins/multiples and ages 18mo - 15yo. I love playing with kiddos and helping with homework. I'm also a tennis instructor and love to get outdoors with the kids and do something sporty.
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Experienced Nanny

Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Hello! I have 10 years of experience in childcare. I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I can help with just about anything. I have 2 children, my oldest is almost 4 and my youngest is 13 months old. I was previously a Program Director of a preschool. I love children! I will graduate in 2022 with my A. A. T Degree in Elementary...
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Extroverted Enthusiasts

Springfield, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Goodnews E. Yes, actually "good news" like the gospel, but one word. I offer babysitting, pet sitting, dog walking, house sitting, and even help with running errands. Whether you're heading out for date night, a weekend getaway, or just need an extra hand, I'm here to make your life easier (and a lot more...
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Please Reach Out If You Are Looking For A Fun, Energetic, Creative, Christian To Watch Your Kids!

Springfield, MO

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$27/hr
2 years experience
Hello my name is Anna, I grew up in a big family so I've always been surrounded by kids, which I love and I'm very thankful for. I used to babysit as a full time job for about 6 months before I went to Bible school back in 2021. After Bible school I had the opportunity to go serve at an Orphanage in Mexico. I was there for more...
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Springfield, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I currently work with adults with autism. I work in their home. I handle cooking, cleaning, distribution of medications, transportation, and occasional bathing. I love helping others. I love kids, all animals.
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Certified Teacher, Nanny, Sitter, Tutor, Pet Sitter

Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am 53 years old. I have 32 years experience working with children. I am a proud Mom of a 13-year-old boy, and a 17-year-old girl. I am a certified teacher with experience teaching elementary students, and preschool students. I love working with children and planning fun and exciting activities! I have recently been...
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Gentle Babysitter Looking For A Friendly Family

Springfield, MO

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a college student looking to find a family to babysit for. I used to babysit for a family with 3 boys ages 5 and younger. I loved to do crafts with them, play outside, read together, and help them maintain basic responsibilities around the house. One of my favorite things to do while babysitting is to teach kids...
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Full-time Babysitter

Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I worked at a daycare for 5 1/2 years and worked for Springfield Public Schools as a Para in the early childhood special education program. I also taught Kindergarten with the district for the Explore summer program. I have Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I love to do outdoor activities, read books, play games,...
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Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Sofi, I'm 25 yrs. old, and I graduated from Drury University in 2024. I'm looking for one-time babysitting jobs, but I'm more than willing to be the care you need across the board. I am a dedicated individual, and an experienced caregiver for children, seniors, and pets respectively. I've been caring for children...
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Child Care

Springfield, MO

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Alexis! I'm a preschool teacher with over 3 years of experience in early childhood education and several more in babysitting. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, reliable, and passionate about creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children of all ages. I'm experienced with routines like feeding, diapering, nap...
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Nanny

Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been blessed with the opportunity to work with children from several different backgrounds, of all ages, and in many different settings for over 15 years. I have ran my own classrooms in both Christian and non Christian preschools, Daycare centers, and privately in homes, as a personal nanny and companion for children...
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Professional Caregiver

Springfield, MO

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a mother to two kids myself and I work with kids professionally through my job at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Springfield. I am CPR and First Aid certified, including infant CPR. I love animals so having pets in the home is a bonus and I'm happy to let the dog out to pee or feed the cat while I'm there if need be. My kids...
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Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. My five years of childcare experience have led me to become a dedicated childcare provider. I hold a college degree, along with certifications in First Aid Training and CPR Training. I am also trained in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and possess a Child...
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Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a college student who will be home for winter break and available for babysitting. I have extensive experience caring for children, including frequent babysitting and helping raise my younger siblings. I also work as a swim coach and certified lifeguard, and I hold current CPR and AED certifications. Safety is always my...
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Springfield, MO

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Friendly, down-to-earth, and compassionate nanny with a genuine heart for kids! I've been nannying for the last 4 years and I am so grateful to have formed real, lasting connections with the children I've cared for and their families. I love to make learning fun, explore outdoors, cook/bake healthy recipes, keep a clean and tidy...
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  • 30 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.37/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated in home child care is 5.0

FAQs for finding in-home child care in Springfield, MO

Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Springfield, MO. There are 30 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 April, 2026, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $15.37 for in-home child care providers near you in Springfield, MO.

You can compare 30 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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