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Experienced full time special educator with a passion for nurturing young minds seeking babysitter position. Trained in child development and equipped with effective communication skills to engage and care for children of all ages and abilities. Dedicated to creating a safe and stimulating environment for learning and play.
Lamerica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Shakayla R.
Columbus, MS
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
As a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing young minds, I have cherished every moment of my 7-year journey in caring for children. My love for fostering their growth, coupled with my positive babysitting experiences, has fueled my desire to make a lasting impact on their lives.
My calm and patient nature,...
Shakayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Zoey B.
Columbus, MS
$9-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've always had a passion for children's development and have been working as a caregiver. I have experience caring for children of all ages and am comfortable looking after up to two children at a time. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love children. I follow the parents' lead when it comes to enforcing household rules. I...
Britney G.
Columbus, MS
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am A 23 Year Old That's Looking For A Full Time Job Caring For Children! I Absolutely Love Children! I've Been Caring For Children For About 6 Years!! I Am Available Monday Through Sunday From 6 AM-4PM!
I've cared for children from the ages 4 months to 15! I am CPR certified! I have a passion for helping others and one day I would like to become a nurse! I am fun, energetic, helpful, caring, compassionate, honest, etc.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren D.
Columbus, MS
< $10/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm an experienced caregiver with three years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for childcare began in my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. I'm known for my patient and calm demeanor, as well as my creativity and...
Lashondra T.
Starkville, MS
$21/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Lashondra-a Certified Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with a passion for providing loving, reliable child care. With experience in compassionate care and home support, I create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel happy and secure.
I specialize in daily care routines, fun and educational...
Lashondra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's dependable, nice, respectful, always smiling and love helping others."
Shedericka L.
Sydney P.
Starkville, MS
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 2 years of experience for babysitting. I worked part-time at a preschool for 5 months within the last year. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I enjoy helping kids with crafts and schoolwork. Outside time is important to me, so I love finding adventures outside on all possible days.
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Mary M.
Starkville, MS
$12/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi I'm Mary!
I am a currently junior at Mississippi State University pursuing a degree in Public Relations. I have seven years of paid childcare experience. This includes summer camps, daycares, private babysitting and after school programs! I am more than happy to go into detail on these positions upon request. Also, I'm the...
Hello! My name is Ryleigh! I am 18 and I just graduated high school and will be attending MSU in the fall!
I like working with kids because I find it is easier for me to interact with kids than adults! I plan to become a Children's Therapist someday so I am very passionate about working with children!
I started working with...
Makenna B.
Starkville, MS
$12-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey!!! My Name Is Makenna!! I Am A 22 Year Old Senior At Mississippi State!
I started working with kids when I was 13 as a summer camp counselor, I worked there every summer until I was 21 years old. In my last two years I had worked my way up to Head Counselor, supervising high school aged counselors and when needed being a one-on-one counselor to campers needing extra support.
In my spare time, I...
I have worked children aged birth-12. In childcare, I find activities that are enjoyable for the children to do during the day. I can also offer tutor to students as I have a Bachelors in Education. I often watch my nieces and nephews when needed.
Mckenzie W.
Starkville, MS
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
With 6 years of experience in child care, I love watching & helping children grow. I am getting married in May & I dream of having babies of my own within the next few years. I feel that my calling in life is to be a mother, and to care for little humans!
My Fiancé plays football at Mississippi State, therefore I'm home alone a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently graduated with my masters degree in Sport Administration from Mississippi State University. I've been a nanny/babysitter for three families and also was a swim instructor for all range of children. I have experience with dog watching over the past five years. My experience has been with ages ranging from 3 to 17....
Aubrey can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Ava. I am currently a student at Mississippi State University hoping to become a bio psychologist. I am originally from Louisiana and come from a big southern family with lots of siblings and cousins. I grew up taking care of the family around me and its always something I've loved. I started working in day...
Ava can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brooke M.
Starkville, MS
$15-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider who believes that every child deserves to feel safe, loved, and supported. My background includes a college degree, and two years of experience providing reliable care for families. I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a nurturing environment for children to learn...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for experience with children as I am pursuing health education in the near future. I am an experienced tutor and would love to assist your child with their educational needs.
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance
Lydia H.
Starkville, MS
$12-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing and responsible childcare provider with more than four years of experience caring for children of various ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career. I'm calm, creative, and friendly, and I love playing educational games that promote learning. I have a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, creative, and motivated
I like working with kids because I have a passion for education and love teaching the next generation!
I'm looking for a job that is either part time or full time!
I started working with kids when I was 13. I used to help my mom in her pre-school classroom! After...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kathryn L.
Starkville, MS
$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp
The majority of my experience has been in Montgomery, Alabama with the past year being in Starkville. I babysat for a family with triplet girls every weekday for an entire summer; a family with three boys of different ages; a family with three girls of different ages; as well as several of my other family members. I helped teach...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am a freshman at Mississippi State University and I'm looking for a nannying job! I do take in person classes, but am willing to work around my schedule! I've babysat for many different families with kids of all ages. I'd love to help your family out!
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Columbus, MS:
How can I find a Columbus babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Columbus, MS can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 5 babysitters in Columbus, MS on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Columbus, MS?
The average rate for Columbus, MS babysitters on Care.com is $15.40 per hour as of May 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Columbus, MS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Columbus, MS through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.