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Kelsey D.

Fun Creative Unicorn Nanny!

Columbia, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Kelsey - I'm 29 and a proud mom to an awesome 11-year-old boy. I've spent the last 10 years teaching kids from infant through pre-K, and I've absolutely loved it. Teaching has been such a rewarding experience, but I've recently decided to take a more hands-on role by becoming a nanny. I'm excited to focus on one family...

Mckenzi L. says "We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Kelsey for a nanny position. Our experience with Kelsey was exceptionally positive. From our first...

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Mary S.

Fun, Organized And Educational Care Giver

Arnold, MO

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
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,...

Denice M. says "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...

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Stephanie H.

Full-time Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
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...

Ashley N. says "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...

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Nicole J.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello, I am Nicole and I am 32 years old. I graduated from Fontbonne University in 2017 with a psychology degree. I have many years experience babysitting and worked at Hope Montessori from January 2013- December 2018. I worked full time, part-time, and substitute positions mainly in the infant/toddler rooms throughout college....

Alecia M. says "We hired Nicole to watch our 5 and 9 year old for a date night. She was punctual and immediately engaged with the kids. We came home to a clean house and...

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Enisa T.

Flexible Babysitter/Nanny

Arnold, MO

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Jessica W. says "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...

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Madelynn H.

Saint Louis, MO

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
I'm a dedicated and nurturing childcare provider with a strong background in early childhood development. I'm a full-time nanny for a 1-year-old boy, where I plan engaging activities, maintain consistent routines, and support his growth through play based learning. Before becoming a nanny, I worked as a Lead Teacher in an infant...
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Daisy B.

Childcare/Nanny, Elder/Companion Care, Pet Care/Sitting Services

Saint Louis, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
-Babysitting since the age of 12. -Nanny throughout high school and college. -Infant/child CPR certified, etc. College background of ECE and Biology. -Comfortable with multiples and special needs children. I have a large amount experience working with children on the autism spectrum. I am a coach for the Special Olympics SUP...
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Christina S.

Saint Louis, MO

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Christina. I'm a babysitter/nanny with 5 years of experience and an Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED trained, caring for children of all ages--from infants to school-aged kids. I truly enjoy helping children learn, grow, and have fun in a safe and nurturing environment. I'm happy to help with things like...
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Brittany R.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Waterloo, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been working in the child care setting for many years now. I have experience in infants to school-age. Through working with these children, I have been able to gain my CPR, first aid and AED/O2 certifications (however they are currently expired). I have also gotten the opportunity to teach swimming lessons, be a day camp...
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Larissa D.

Arnold, MO

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Larissa! Im a caring, reliable nanny with a passion for helping children of all ages and abilities thrive. I'm majoring in Early Childhood Special Education and have hands-on experience as an infant teacher (6 weeks-18 months), plus over two years volunteering in special education classrooms. I'm skilled in creating fun,...
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Karen O.

Nanny

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
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...

Molly B. says "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...

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Jessie E.

Newborn Care Specialist With Over 10 Years Of Experience

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a dedicated nanny and certified Newborn Care Specialist with extensive experience caring for children, including twins and those with special needs. As a night nurse, I've provided invaluable support during overnight hours. I'm also a certified Water Safety Instructor, focusing on swim safety skills. With up-to-date infant...

Caroline B. says "She is great and super helpful to us as a night nurse for our newborn!"

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Hannah S.

Well-versed In All Things Kids!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Hannah! I'm a recent graduate from Vanderbilt University with a Special Education degree, and I am happy to be back in STL! I'm looking for occasional Friday/Saturday hours to fill my summer schedule on off days from tutoring students. Past experiences that I have enjoyed include nannying for two boys (infant and 3...

Audrey O. says "Don't look anywhere else! Hannah was the first person besides my husband and me to care for our baby (4 months) and she has been amazing! We are so sad to...

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Katie S.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Katie, 41, with a Bachelor's in Journalism from Mizzou and 2 decades of childcare experience. I've worked PT during the school year and FT in summers, caring for up to 4 kids at once with responsibilities like school pick-ups, activities, meals, and homework help. My first Care job in 2017 was with two boys (then 6 and...

Jim P. says "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...

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Kathleen B.

Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a school teacher (BA in Education and Musical Theatre from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri) who has been caring for children of all ages and abilities (infant care, special needs care, etc.) in California since 1989. I'm a children's book author and illustrator, musical composer, and former dance and theatre...

Luci N. says "Kathleen has watched our two children, ages 5 and 7, providing pick up from school to our home. Our family loved her! She provided excellent, engaging and...

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Paige E.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Paige and I've recently moved to the St. Louis area! Throughout high school, I worked in a preschool/daycare center that also hosted an infant room and I have been babysitting and nannying for families throughout my undergraduate and graduate studies. I also worked at a summer camp and have 5 years of...

Nadia A. says "My daughter loves her so much. She was picking up my daughter from school and sitting with her twice per week for almost 3 months. She is always on time...

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Robyn W.

Experienced And Loving Babysitter

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Are you looking for a reliable and dependable nanny for your infant; look no further! I have been working with families for over 20 years and would love to be a option for your family. If you looking to get your baby on a great schedule, have some assistance with sleep training, and have age appropriate developmental...

Care Member says "Robyn was the single best decision we made in our son's first year of life. She is an AMAZING caregiver. She's proactive, thoughtful, deeply caring, and...

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Naomi G.

Professional Caregiver Of 15+ Years

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
My love for care giving began when I was very young. At age 12 I began babysitting for several families (with children of all age groups) who would then recommend my services to their friends. I worked for many of them through my teen and early adult years. When I became a Mama myself- the love, awe and respect that I already...

Care Member says "Naomi took excellent care of our newborn! I loved how she would engage with him - singing, playing, reading. It gave us great peace of mind knowing she...

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Kristin L.

Babysitter For Fridays And Saturdays - Date Nights Or During The Day!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...

Bridgette K. says "She was great! Really helped take care of my son. Was wonderful, on time, got him down to sleep no problems. Great personality."

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Sarah K.

Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am an educator during the school year who is looking for some child care jobs on the side. I have over 10 years experience including nannying, babysitting, before and after school care, and my job as a math interventionist. I love working with and hanging out with kids and infants. They are truly the best people to work...
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  • 60 infant nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated infant nannies is 5.0

Recent infant nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, IL

Infant Nannies in Columbia, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed infant nannies

Kelsey D.

We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Kelsey for a nanny position. Our experience with Kelsey was exceptionally positive. From our...

- Mckenzi L.

Mary S.

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...

- Denice M.

Stephanie H.

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...

- Ashley N.

FAQs for finding an infant nanny near you in Columbia, IL

Infant nanny costs can vary greatly, but near you in Columbia, IL, the average hourly rate for an infant nanny is $27.00. 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.

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.

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 1 reviews from families who worked with those infant nannies in the past.

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.

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.

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