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Bailey C.

Babysitter/ Home Care/ Pet Sitter

Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I would be honored to watch your kid/kids! I have worked in childcare for as long as I can remember (10 years now maybe more) and I have a niece and nephew I love to visit often. I have worked for a few daycares while I was in high school as well as college and assisted in book reading, playing, helping with naptime,...

Jennifer B. says "We've hired Bailey to watch our 1-year-old and 3-year-old and have been very pleased. She's always on time and communicates well regarding her...

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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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Hi, I'm Emma And I Would Love To Babysit For You!

Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello there! My name is Emma D and I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old and am currently 21 years old. Working with children has always been a favorite of mine. I've worked with ages ranging from newborns up to 14 years! I have great experiences when it comes to childcare and It's such a great job for me to have,...

Care Member says "The Kids love her. She always brings a fun energy and is great with kids of all ages. "

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Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Annaliese, a current college student at Missouri State University. I am looking to help on occasion or long-term. I have experience watching children for over six years. The last two and a half years I worked at Goddard School as an assistant then a lead teacher with children ages birth to 12 years old. The last year I...

Care Member says "Annaliese A. is such an amazing baby sitter to our 6 and 2 year old. Our kids love her because she keeps them entertained for hours, whether it is...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Springfield, MO

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
I have been around children since the age of 9. My mother ran a state licensed in-home daycare, where I worked on a daily basis. I am qualified to take care of any age from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience working in a preschool/daycare setting as a teacher planning activities and implementing curriculum. I love...

Holly P. says "Noelle is excellent. She was our nanny for my newborn. Her mother worked in childcare and you can tell she feels at ease around children and has a relaxed...

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Springfield, MO

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have 12 years of experience in the health care field with all walks of life. Infants (ICU & Mother baby), toddlers (ICU, Peds), young children (ICU, Peds), adolescents (ICU, Peds), young adults, older adults and the elderly (ICU, Med Surg, Surg, Oncology, Cardiac, Neuro, Neuro Trauma, ER, Burn unit, Telemetry, Psych, Rehab,...

Nancy K. says "Rachel is caring and patient with my baby girl. She knows how to take care of an infant baby but she also checks with you if she needs to do something...

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Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Jaclyn, a nurturing and dependable caregiver based in Springfield with a background in esthetics and a passion for helping others. I'm currently using my flexible schedule to offer families dependable childcare, whether that's for occasional date nights, regular help during the week, or anything in between. I have...
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Springfield, MO

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Ava!! I just finished my freshman year of college at the University of Central Missouri and I am home for the summer. I love working with children, my senior year I worked at an after school program that watched children after the school day was over until their parents came to get them. When I come home for breaks...
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Springfield, MO

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Bree! I'll be graduating highschool in two weeks, my plans are to attend Mizzou this fall, majoring in nursing. I have my own reliable car! I've had a completely clean driving record since I've gotten my license at 16. I've been a lifeguard for the past 4 summers and a swim coach for 2, I'm very comfortable with water...
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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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Available For Evenings

Springfield, MO

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm a college student majoring in finance, looking to find a family who needs an enthusiastic, responsible evening caregiver. I have an extensive background in childcare, including roles as a day camp counselor, in a child care, high school tutor, volleyball coach, in nurseries, and of course as a nanny and babysitter. My...
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Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Vita, I'm a stay at home mom currently. We live on a farm and have lots of chickens and sheep. We also have a dog and a few cats. I have two daughters, 8 and 9. I have a car to get around. My favorite things to do are cooking, baking, gardening, drawing and just spending time with my girls.
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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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Certified Teacher, Nanny, Sitter, Tutor, Pet Sitter

Springfield, MO

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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Springfield, MO

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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Babysitter

Springfield, MO

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Jen! I'm 22 years old, a wife, and a momma to the sweetest 3-year-old girl. I'm looking for 1-3 kids to watch from my home. I can provide references from families I've worked for in the past, upon request. My daughter is on a set schedule everyday, so my hope is to find someone needing/wanting structured childcare. We...
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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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Springfield, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
Hello! My name is Annabelle, and I am 21 years old. I am a stay-at-home mom to my wonderful 18-month-old daughter, and my husband works full time as an accountant. I am looking to care for one additional child in my home. We prioritize healthy living in our household, enjoying all organic meals and limiting screen time. Our...
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Experienced Babysitter

Springfield, MO

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
I love children and will make sure they are fed, played with, take naps, and will care for them like they're my own! I've babysat 0-4 children at a time, kept them a few hours to several days. I have had good success with twins and can take out on outings. I have watched ages 0-12 and I have also been in charge of around 15 kids...
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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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  • 45 in home child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.67/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 Springfield, MO

In Home Child Care in Springfield, MO are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 45 listed in home child care

Bailey C.

We've hired Bailey to watch our 1-year-old and 3-year-old and have been very pleased. She's always on time and communicates well regarding...

- Jennifer B.

Karen S.

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...

- Susan J.

Emma D.

The Kids love her. She always brings a fun energy and is great with kids of all ages.

- Care member

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 45 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 $15.67 for in-home child care providers near you in Springfield, MO.

You can compare 45 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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