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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Kelsey, 27, and a mother to an 9-year-old boy. Over the past 8 years, I have been an educator for all ages with infant teaching and Pre-K my most recent. I also have credits in early childhood development, and currently going to real estate school. My approach to teaching is always being hands on while learning and...
Kelsey can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Kelsey for a nanny position. Our experience with Kelsey was exceptionally positive. From our first conversation, she displayed a high level of professionalism and warmth. Kelsey's experience and knowledge in child care...
Mckenzi L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a nanny for a 2 and 4yr old, and have been in child care almost 11 years. In the childcare center I've primarily worked with 6weeks to 2-year-olds. I have watched children ranging in ages from infants up to 12-year-old. I have a background check done yearly with my job and can give a copy upon request. I am also...
Stephanie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Our son loved Steph and she was always on time and dependable. She did crafts and did sensory okay with him. She also made sure to get him outdoors as often as possible. While I was at work she would make sure to send me videos and photos throughout the day!"
Ashley N.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher who is retired. My expertise is working with infants, toddlers, and young children. I have experience working with children with special needs and developmental delays. I have worked with children and their families in the school setting and providing quality care for...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I called Janet at 9 pm (the night before) to babysit the following morning beginning at 7 am. She was extremely pleasant and very easy to work with in terms of availability/flexibility (which was VERY MUCH APPRECIATED). She spent 8.5 hours with my 4 year old...
Marla S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
As the eldest among a brood of four siblings, I have garnered more than 15 years of hands-on experience in providing childcare services for children spanning from infants to teenagers. Coming from a large family, I have been entrusted with numerous responsibilities including meal preparation, household upkeep, and the provision...
Enisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Enisa cared for my 2 year old and 4 year old for 8 months. She was always punctual and reliable. Additionally, Enisa was very positive, calm, and patient with my high maintenance children. Lastly, she was excellent with communication."
Jessica W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love kids, and a passion of mine is helping them grow into creative, kind, responsible individuals eager to explore the world. I do my best to work educational games into everyday fun, so we are always learning as we play.
For over 10 years, I have worked with many families as a nanny, in a daycare, church nursery, teaching,...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I was very impressed with Mary from the interview asking what the needs of my family are; to Mary arriving early for her first day. Her mannerism with my daughter was great. She interacted with my daughter the entire time that she was with her with picture art,...
Denice M.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a graduate from Rhodes College with a masters in Education from the same school. I have been an elementary school teacher for 5 years. I have experience with infants and I can babysit or tutor children of any age. I would love to be a babysitter and/or educator for your family!
Cassidy F.
Saint Louis, MO
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have dedicated most of my life to nurturing and guiding young minds, and my career as a nanny is just a testament to my love for little ones. At a young age I began babysitting kids in the neighborhood, as a teen I volunteered at a local preschool which I later worked for, and eventually transitioned into a nannying. I have...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katy D.
Saint Louis, MO
$27-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
After 4 years as a massage therapist, I pivoted to a career I am far more passionate about. For the last 7 years, I have been a nanny for various families, working with children from birth to age 7. Being the oldest of several siblings, I have been taking care of infants and toddlers since I could walk. I have a lot of...
Katy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Celena Y.
Arnold, MO
$16-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Celena, I'm 22 years old, & am looking for a full or part time nanny position! I recently moved to the area, from Southern Indiana, where I spent 5 years in daycare & two years nannying! I've been an assistant infant teacher ( 6 weeks-12 months ) & a lead preschool teacher! ( 3 years-5 years ). I am certified in...
Celena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hello,
I am a professional with 20 years of nanny and preschool teaching experience hoping to find a family as wonderful as the last one I was with to start with their infant and grow with the family. I truly enjoy spending my days with little ones and love starting with them when they are young to bond, connect and nurture...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We found Karen on Care.com 4 years ago. I had a very clingy baby and was anxious about leaving her with anyone. Karen instantly clicked with our daughter and brought her loving and calming energy to our family when we needed it the most. She cares for babies and...
Molly B.
Rebecca K.
Belleville, IL
$20-33/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hey!
I've been a full time nanny for almost five years, and a preschool/daycare teacher for one! Throughout the years I've cared for every age between infant and 17 years, but specialising in special needs toddlers. Currently I'm nannying a lovely toddler, but I would love to become your date night sitter. Before choosing the...
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Rebecca, was amazing! She worked for us a number of times while my husband was deployed. She was always on time, drove my children to appointments, played with them, made crafts, took them on walks to the park and gave me a sense of security while I worked. She...
Suzanne T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Daria. I am a young professional living in St. Louis looking for some supplemental income through utilizing my skills as a nanny/babysitter. I am currently working full-time for a national non-profit, but am available on weekends and after work for date nights and overnights! I have immense experience with...
Daria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hi, I currently have Daria hired as our nanny. There is not very many people you can feel comfortable leaving your 4mth baby with, but Daria makes it easy. She's always on time, reliable and so good with my baby.I hope to keep her for years to come!"
Shivanna B.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
Mature, reliable and caring. Experienced with newborns, infants, toddlers and elementary school age with good references. Experienced assisting elementary children with distance learning during starting of Covid-19.
There will be a cancellation fee collected in advance.
Please, DO NOT USE the BOOKING section for I Have no...
Raquel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Raquel was absolutely amazing! This was my first time hiring a sitter for my daughter and Raquel went above and beyond making sure I was comfortable. She was prompt, professional and sent me updates throughout the night. I would highly recommend her for anyone...
Katie M.
Claire H.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hello!
I recently left my career teaching special education to look for a more laid back atmosphere. I've got 7 years of teaching experience, 5 years in early childhood and 2 in elementary. I've got 10+ years experience babysitting all ages, newborn to 10 years old. I have a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Special Education...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"She has lots of experience and patience for children. She has creative ideas to entertain children"
Sandy E.
Kristin L.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter For Fridays And Saturdays - Date Nights Or During The Day!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kristin and I recently moved to St. Louis from an area right outside of Philadelphia. I graduated with a degree in biology and psychology and I am now working with individuals with disabilities. I have off on Fridays and Saturdays and would love to babysit during the day or for date nights! I have been babysitting...
Kristin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristin was so sweet and amazing with our 6 month old! She gave us updates throughout the night and made us feel so at ease while we attended a wedding. Would highly recommend her and hire her again!"
Lizzie M.
Ariel S.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ariel. I am an enthusiastic, compassionate, creative, care-giver with 15+ years childcare experience. I am Waldorf trained through Lifeway's North America.
I specialize in infant toddler years. I have closely guided 8+ children through years of developmental support. My heart is fully involved in the care I...
Ariel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ariel is terrific with kids. She is a trained early childhood educator, which is a bonus. She was with our daughter for 3.5 years on a part time basis and we felt very comfortable that she was providing high quality care. She also helped us quite a bit with laundry...
Anne O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kimberly and a college graduate from Lindenwood University. I have worked with little children all my life, since I was able to babysit. I worked at a daycare in Chesterfield called Chesterfield Academy for about 2 years. This is one of the best day cares I've ever seen and I've gained a lot of training due to...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kimberly worked for our family as a full-time nanny for three months prior to moving to Denver. She did a fantastic job caring for our 4 year old and 1.5 year old boys. She engaged them in games, crafts, imaginative play and outdoors play. She also took them on...
Christine N.
Katie S.
Saint Louis, MO
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private-school, And College Educated, Dependable Nanny With Over 10 Years Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Katie. I have extensive care working with infants and toddlers, with excellent references to back that up. I have also taught preschool.
Therefore, I have education in early childhood development, proper developmental milestones and developmentally appropriate playtime activities for infants and toddlers. I am...
Katie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie was amazing taking care of our 9 month old son. He had one of his “fussy” nights and she handled him like a champ. It was so nice to enjoy a date night with peace of mind knowing our son was in great hands. We would absolutely hire Katie again!"
Jim P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two and a half years of nanny/house manager experience with infants, toddlers and big kids, I also have experience with twins.
I am located in the CWE and I'm willing to drive 10ish miles to get to you.
I do not transport the children in my own vehicle, I will only use a family vehicle for their transportation....
Amie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amie was great, engaging with the kids. We heard all about dancing, coloring, and playing trucks! Was on time, great communication! "
Alicia S.
Baylee H.
Imperial, MO
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Baylee, and I love to work with kids! I was a teachers aide in elementary school classrooms for 2 years while in high school. I have been in early childhood for 3 years now. I am CPR and first aide certified in infants, children and adults. I am also sleep safe certified. I have copies of my background check and TB...
Baylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very punctual, dependable and extremely good with kids. She worked for us for 2 month approximately, we were extremely happy with her."
Sameer J.
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Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, IL
Kelsey D.
5.0
We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Kelsey for a nanny position. Our experience with Kelsey was exceptionally positive. From our first conversation, she displayed a high level of professionalism and warmth. Kelsey's experience and knowledge in child care were evident, and her passion for...
- Mckenzi L.
Stephanie H.
5.0
Our son loved Steph and she was always on time and dependable. She did crafts and did sensory okay with him. She also made sure to get him outdoors as often as possible. While I was at work she would make sure to send me videos and photos throughout the day!
- Ashley N.
Janet K.
5.0
Janet became our full time nanny when our daughter was about 14 weeks old. My husband and I had just moved to St. Louis from Europe and I we were both starting (or had just started) new jobs. Our baby was still very colicky at this time and I was nursing her full time, pumping at work.
Janet's...
- Alba B.
Enisa T.
5.0
Enisa cared for my 2 year old and 4 year old for 8 months. She was always punctual and reliable. Additionally, Enisa was very positive, calm, and patient with my high maintenance children. Lastly, she was excellent with communication.
- Jessica W.
Mary S.
5.0
I was very impressed with Mary from the interview asking what the needs of my family are; to Mary arriving early for her first day. Her mannerism with my daughter was great. She interacted with my daughter the entire time that she was with her with picture art, balloon toss, and more. My daughter...
- Denice M.
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FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Columbia, IL
How much does a nanny cost for an infant near me in Columbia, IL?
Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Columbia, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $25.00. This is just an average though, how much you need to spend on infant care will depend on where you live and if you want to hire an infant nanny during the day or overnight.
What types of responsibilities do infant nannies near me in Columbia, IL take on?
Nanny infant care can involve changing diapers, feeding the baby, and making sure all of their needs are met. The infant nanny responsibilities that your nanny takes on will depend on your family’s unique needs and what the nanny feels comfortable with. When searching for an infant nannies in Columbia, IL, prepare a list of responsibilities you’re hoping to get help with so you can ask potential nannies if they can provide the support you need.
How can I find a good infant nanny near me in Columbia, IL?
TNot sure how to find a good nanny for an infant? Look no further than Care.com, where you will find 1 infant nanny profiles near you in Columbia, IL that you can check out. You can also read 0 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.
How do I interview a nanny for an infant near me in Columbia, IL?
Want to learn more about how to interview a nanny for an infant? When interviewing potential infant nannies near you in Columbia, IL, it can be helpful to write an infant nanny job description and to prepare a list of questions you have. For example, if in your job description you write that you need help with light housekeeping (like keeping the kitchen clean), you can add to your list of questions one about how comfortable they feel helping with housework.
Is it safe to hire an infant nanny near me in Columbia, IL?
We ask all Care.com infant nannies to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. For parents who want extra peace of mind, we strongly recommend doing your own research before you hire an infant nanny. Alongside running an independent background check, you can interview candidates and request references from other families they worked with in the past.