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Tiffany P.

Independence, MO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm here to make your life easy as possible! I have a year and half experience working in daycare, specifically the infant & toddler expansion! I love spending time with the kiddos, but also love keeping them engaged and interested with fun activities that will challenge their brains and help build skills! I can help with...

Angela B. says "Thank you so much! She was wonderful, I would hire her again."

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Loving And Trustworthy Nanny/ House Manager

Independence, MO

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Hayley and I have been working with kids professionally for the past 6 years, but have over 9 years experiance with kids! I would love a nanny/ household manager position that would idealy be long term and full time! I am able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching...

Allegra K. says "Hayley has nannied full-time for our family for almost 2 years. I cannot say enough kind words about her. She is extremely reliable, punctual and...

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Compassionate, Skilled Retired Pediatric Nurse Would Love To Care For Infants On Part-time Basis.

Independence, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Sue B. I am a semi-retired pediatric nurse and substitute school nurse for the Kansas City Public School District. I work part-time as a health educator, creating training programs for patients with chronic diseases. In addition to raising 2 children & caring for 4 adorable grandchildren, I have more than 12...
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I'm Taylor

Independence, MO

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Im Taylor, I'm 19 years olds , Im a recent beauty school graduate with an esthetician/mua license! I have many passions in life , but definitely working with children is high on that list !! I love working with kids because someday, I planned to be a mother of my own. It gives me the opportunity to watch children grow and...
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Fun, Flexible, And Experienced Childcare Provider

Independence, MO

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$19/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I am available for date night or short term nanny care. I am a recent graduate of UCM and am doing childcare while job searching. My professional childcare experience: * 1. 5 years as an infant room teacher of 5 infants * 6 years as a full-time nanny for 3 children (including a set of twins) * 9 months as a part time nanny...
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Independence, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Azriel, but you can call me Ayz. I have babysat and been a nanny for 10 years. I have watched every spectrum of children from infant to teen, as well as, neuro-typical to neuro-divergent. I am a fantastic cook, love arts and crafts, and going on adventures. I love driving. And my biggest passion is giving back to, and...
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Full-time Caregiver Available

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Over the years, I have worked as a nanny for a couple of families, babysitter for many, caregiver for the elderly, and a paid intern at a daycare over the summer of 2016. The last family I cared for included a 3-year-old, whom I have watched since he was only a few months old. I am most comfortable taking care of young children,...
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Independence, MO

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$29/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I'm a Registered Nurse who truly loves working with children. I have experience caring for kids of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I'm reliable, patient, and always make sure children feel safe, happy, and engaged. My nursing background gives me extra confidence in handling any situation calmly and responsibly. I enjoy...
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Independence, MO

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a mother to a 7-month-old daughter! I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, which led me to pursue a career as a childcare provider. With over a year of experience, I'm dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and providing reliable support to families....
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Independence, MO

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for caring for little ones. Over the past five years, I've gained valuable experience in providing reliable childcare for families. My approach to...
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Sam: A Nanny / Babysitter

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I have been babysitting since I was about 10, but before that I was with kids even then. I enjoy babysitting, and find myself very happy to be around such bright and open minds. I am CPR certified, have done years of babysitting, taken parenting courses, watched children (all ages) over night, and for days in a row. Know how to...
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Part-Time/Full-Time

Independence, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Emily and I'm looking forward to being your nanny! I have always loved working with children and enjoy working as a team with parents to provide the best possible care. I have four years paid nanny experience, specializing in infant care. I am used to doing light housework, cooking, and running errands for the...

Melinda S. says "Emily is not only professional and pleasant to work with, but very nurturing and attuned to the children she cares for. My toddler son was in love with...

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Happy Kids Clean House My Expertise

Independence, MO

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
(Current availability is only until May 17th- schedule opens up after that) Whether it's date night or need an extra set of hands, I'm here to help! I'm a positive, helpful, fun-loving person who has 6 years on and off experience with babies to teenagers. I'm very flexible with my time and skills. Arts and crafts, watching...
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Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
**Out of town until Jan 10th** My name is Kim, I just moced back to Missouri after spending 2 years in Maryland. I have first aide and CPR training (infant and adult). My certification has lapsed currently, though I have been through training numerous times for different jobs. The past 2 years I nannied for a family with three...
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Independence, MO

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I've been a childcare provider for over 5 years, and I'm passionate about nurturing and supporting children as they grow. My patient and friendly nature helps me connect with children and create a safe, stimulating environment. I'm also a skilled communicator, providing parents with regular updates and addressing any concerns...
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Full-Time Care-Giver Available Immediately

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have watched children for a very long time. When I was growing up, my neighborhood had lots of children and I was one of the neighborhood sitters. I started at about age 14 watching children on my own. I have 8 nieces and nephews that range from infant to 22 years of age. I have watched all of them and occasionally watch them...

James F. says "Jessica has nannied for our twins (now 4 1/2 years old) for a little more than a year. She has been fantastic. She interacts with them and really...

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Super Fun And Artsy Nanny With Over 10 Experience.

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I was born and raised in Kansas City, MO. I left and moved to NC and find myself always returning. I enjoy the many outdoor activities living here provides including running mountain bike riding and hiking. I consider myself very outdoorsy and think it's important to take advantage of this beautiful area. I am also a...

Gene B. says "Stefanie took great care of our kids for a full year."

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Experienced & Reliable Caregiver/Smile Creator

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I'm Kira, a bubbly 42-year-old who has embraced life in Kansas City for the past 4 years. As a passionate football fan-GO CHIEFS!-I take pride in my exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. My love for the outdoors is boundless, whether it's fishing or exploring new adventures. I've even landed some...

Care Member says "Thankful for Kira. She has amazing attention to detail and is very transparent. Communication is a strong suit of hers. She made sure I felt extremely...

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Childcare Provider And Educator

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sidney. I am a graduate of the University of Missouri (BA '20) and New York University (MA '23). I have been babysitting various ages of children since I was 12 years old. I have had jobs ranging from watching a single infant, to driving four siblings to soccer, ballet, and more. For three years I worked in...

Leslie H. says "Sidney has been babysitting for our littles for two years. Our kids love her! She's incredibly responsible and reliable. She understands her job is to...

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Excellent Childcare

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
travel
meal prep
I am Cheryl, I specialize in all things baby. Among other credentials I am a postpartum doula. I have studied with pediatric sleep consultants. As a freelance caregiver I am available for day or overnight care. My care plan is designed to make mom and dads life more pleasant. How I do that is by ensuring that your baby is being...

Care Member says "Cheryl has been amazing helping us take care of our baby during nighttime’s while I recover from post partum anxiety. She is very effective at...

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  • 60 infants child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.60/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent infant child care reviews from local parents in Independence, MO

Infants Child Care in Independence, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed infants child care

Tiffany P.

Thank you so much! She was wonderful, I would hire her again.

- Angela B.

Hayley Y.

Hayley has nannied full-time for our family for almost 2 years. I cannot say enough kind words about her. She is extremely reliable,...

- Allegra K.

Emily J.

Emily is not only professional and pleasant to work with, but very nurturing and attuned to the children she cares for. My toddler son was...

- Melinda S.

FAQs for finding infant child care near you in Independence, MO

If you’re wondering what child care for infants near me costs, you can use Care.com to gain some clarity. You can search through infant child care provider profiles near you in Independence, MO to see what each provider in your area charges. On average the hourly rate for infant child care in Independence, MO, is $19.60.

You can find full time or part time infant child care near you in Independence, MO by using Care.com to review the profiles of local caregivers. You can check out what a variety of infant child care providers charge, what types of infant child care services they offer, and can learn more about their experience. You can even read reviews from other families they worked with

The infant child care services available near you in Independence, MO can vary, but generally involves caretaking, light housework, cooking or food prep, and sleep training. You can interview different infant child care providers to learn more about what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on.

To safely hire an infant child care provider near you in Independence, MO, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a variety of candidates, and request references from other families they worked with in the past. We also request that every caregiver on Care.com complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and you can see which infant child care providers completed this by looking for the badge on their profile.

When interviewing an infant child care provider near you in Independence, MO, you can ask them any questions that will help you get an idea if they’re the right fit for your family. You can ask them about past work experiences, how they handle certain conflicts that may arise, and you can even introduce them to your child to see if they connect well.

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