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Jessica Y.

Part-time Babysitter Available

Independence, MO

4.8(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi there!! I am a Recovery Room Interventionist but I love working with children of any age. I love would to help care for your child or children. I can work on short notice if you are in a bind. I can't wait to hear from you! -Jessica

Shane M. says "Jessica is an awesome babysitter! She is great with my 5 and 8 year old. She is fun and funny but also firm about bedtime. She is dependable, on time, 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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Date Night Babysitter and/or Weekend Nanny Available

Independence, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
I am a teacher & mom available for date night babysitting and/or weekend nanny jobs. I nannied for a family before I had my own kids and now my kids are elementary school age. I'm ready to jump back into part-time evening/weekend sitting. I have my Master's in Education and have experience with all ages of children.
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Independence, MO

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a 25-year-old provider. I have experience in taking care of children. I also have experience in a daycare. I have my own children, a 2-year-old, a 4-year-old, and a 6-year-old as well as my own pets. I'm just looking for something part time evenings and on the weekends.
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Heather J.'s Photo

Independence, MO

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am seeking a position where I can truly become part of your family! My professional childcare experience: * 4 months as a childcare center director in training * 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 for 2...

Stephanie U. says "We hired Heather on short notice and she even talked with us before hand to discuss our needs. My boys had so much fun with her and were upset when she...

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Hi! My name is MaryKate I am 26 and live in the independence area with my husband and daughter. I have been looking after children since I was about 11. I was mostly babysitting, but I started nannying in high school over summers and then part time while I was in college for two little boys and was their nanny for 2 1/2...

Jillian T. says "Marykate is very dependable, caring, loving and passionate. She clearly enjoys what she does. She took care of our child from 8 months until about 15...

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Professional Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter

Kansas City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Sidni and I've spent the last 10 years taking care of 5 different incredible families. I started with infant triplets who are now 10 years old. I lived in New Zealand as an Au Pair for three lively grade school aged kids. I cared for a family with two little girls in Overland Park from the ages of 15 months to...

Melissa T. says "Sidni was an Au pair for us (in New Zealand) for 18 months. She was an absolutely delight to have in our home. Our children loved her and ask when she...

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Experienced, Energetic, And Reliable Part-Time-Full Time Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist

Blue Springs, MO

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm looking for a long-term part-time to almost full time Nanny position! Available up to 4 full days/wk (flexible with what days). I have evening commitments Tues/Thurs, so can't work past 4:30/5 at the latest on those two days. I am allergic to cats and dogs - (dogs are not necessarily a deal-breaker for me, as I am usually...

Allison C. says "Did a great job with my little one! She Started watching him when he was around 8 weeks old. She handled his separation anxiety really well as he got a...

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Part Time Caregiver (Babysit, Nanny)

Kansas City, MO

4.8(1)
from
$11/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 30 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Part Time Caregiver (Babysit, Nanny) I graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in Biochemistry and Business. I am now a fourth year medical student at Kansas City University.

Mindy S. says "The kids love Kylie and ask about her often."

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Part Time / After School Care

Blue Springs, MO

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello!! I am a mommy of two wonderful children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 13 months. Until recently, I was a full time working mom working in HR for a staffing company. I am now a stay at home mom. I am hoping to help out other parents who have children in school and are trying to juggle full time employment and...

Michael H. says "Elicia is a great person inside and out. She puts her children's needs before hers and will do the same for your little one. Being from a military family...

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Babysitter/Driver Available

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
I am 21 years old, a current senior in college, a psychology major, a kid lover, and from Kansas City. I am extremely flexible and hard working. I have a lot of childcare experience and was a certified lifeguard for 6 years, so I have been CPR certified multiple times. I love kids and I am very creative, so I always have...
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Experienced Part-Time Caregiver Available

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Graduate student at Rockhurst University pursuing my master's in occupational therapy. I have three years experience working as a co-teacher at Mitchell Woods Preschool and Daycare in St. Joseph, Missouri and I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have the most experience with children ages 0-4 years old. I also have...
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Kansas City, MO

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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an enthusiastic, organized, and experienced caregiver with a college degree, seeking part-time or occasional work. Over the past several years, I've cared for children ranging from newborns to teens, including children with special needs. My experience includes nearly two years as a nanny for four boys (ages 7-13), a summer...
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Imaginative With A Bubbly Personality

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've worked with kids professionally for over a year now. I currently work a part time job as a gymnastics coach where I get to help kids learn and grow with their passion for the sport. My greatest strengths are having patience and a bubbly personality.
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Tutoring Help And Babysitting

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I have since worked for many families with kids from 3 months to 12 years. For the past two summers I have nannied full and part time. I have experience working with children who have autism and other special needs. I am a third grade teacher, I am in my third year of...
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Kansas City, MO

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$9/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Suzette, and I'm currently a medical student in Kansas City. I'm CPR, ACLS, and BLS certified, and I have experience caring for children from 12 months through 17 years old. I've worked with kids in many settings, from volunteering at my church to being part of Big Brothers Big Sisters before moving here. I truly...
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Kansas City, MO

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$14/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm taking a gap year after highschool and have some free time in my schedule. I have worked with kids for several years, besides growing up as the oldest of 8 children, and I love to babysit and help where I can. Some part-time side gigs would be perfect for me right now, as I'm only working 20 hrs a week and hoping to save up...
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Babysitter/Nanny/Assistant Work

Kansas City, MO

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Simone, and I'm 22 years old and from Omaha, NE. I am currently in Kansas City as a ballet dancer in the University of Missouri-Kansas City conservatory; senior year. I am currently looking for part time work this spring; May in particular! I am available for babysitting and personal assisting. I come from a...
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Part Time Nanny

Blue Springs, MO

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I've worked in a before and after school program, Prime Time for a year and a half. I worked with kids in grades K-12, I specifically worked with kindergartners as well. My last job was as an implementer at a behavioral learning center for kids with autism and behavioral problems. I worked with ages 5-10 and have been working...
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Blue Springs, MO

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm Sydney, I'm currently seeking a part time evening nanny position/one time/random date nights, etc. Available to start immediately. I have weekends available until January. I have a well-rounded background in childcare-including daycare, pre-Kindergarten, infant care, and babysitting-as well as experience teaching dance...
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  • 60 part time babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.17/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated part time babysitters is 4.6

Recent part time babysitter reviews from local parents in Independence, MO

Part Time Babysitters in Independence, MO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed part time babysitters

Jessica Y.

Jessica is an awesome babysitter! She is great with my 5 and 8 year old. She is fun and funny but also firm about bedtime. She is...

- Shane M.

Heather J.

We hired Heather on short notice and she even talked with us before hand to discuss our needs. My boys had so much fun with her and were...

- Stephanie U.

Mary G.

Marykate is very dependable, caring, loving and passionate. She clearly enjoys what she does. She took care of our child from 8 months until...

- Jillian T.

FAQs for finding a part time babysitter near you in Independence, MO

You need to take the steps required to make you feel comfortable when hiring a part-time babysitter near you in Independence, MO. While all babysitters on Care.com undergo an annual background check called a CareCheck, it’s best to do your own due diligence before hiring babysitters such as interviewing them, reviewing references, and running your own background check.

When a babysitter is needed part-time and you plan to work with them on a regular basis, you may want to interview a few different candidates. After setting up interviews near you in Independence, MO, you can ask each babysitter questions about their work style and experience and you can also introduce them to your children to see who they naturally click with.

How much babysitters are paid near you in Independence, MO depends on a wide variety of factors including how experienced the babysitter is, how many children require care, and the types of babysitting duties you want them to take on. Keeping all of that in mind, the average hourly rate for part-time babysitters in Independence, MO is $16.17.

If you’re looking for a part-time babysitter near you in Independence, MO, you can use Care.com to make your search easier. You can review the profiles of different part-time babysitters until you find one who has the experience you’re looking for and whose rates align with your budget.

Part-time babysitters near you in Independence, MO offer a variety of services, but most focus on providing short-term care for children. Usually you hire a part-time babysitter for one-off babysitting needs such as when you’re attending a child-free wedding or have an appointment you can’t bring your children to. Part-time babysitters can help with homework, light cooking, and keeping your child entertained while you’re out of the house.

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