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60 after school babysitters are listed in Independence, MO
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Independence, MO
Valentina D.
Independence, MO
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for the past seven years, I have been working as a nanny, daycare, hospital with kids and I've always had a passion for helping children learn and grow. I'm patient and calm, and I love coming up with creative and imaginative activities for kids. I also enjoy teaching Spanish and help them to...
Kiana M.
Independence, MO
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 3 nieces and 2 nephews, I'm good with all ages of kids. I love kids and I'm looking to be a nanny again. I babysat for my sisters at home an worked for them for , 4 paid years , I've worked as a nanny before at a daycare. I live in independence mo , I don't have a car but I can drive, I also can do light housekeeping
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.
Jill can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I love children! As a teacher my favorite thing was watching them learn to talk, think about the world and experience the moment when they get a new concept. I was called a baby whisperer when I ran the nursery at a country club. Have two grown children and four grandchildren. We have lived in Independence for over 40 years....
Lydia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Lowanta S.
Independence, MO
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
As a natural-born caregiver, I've been passionate about childcare for as long as I can remember, and have 6 years of experience as a childcare provider. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to gain hands-on experience and reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on children's lives.
I'm a patient, creative, and...
Lowanta can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi care. com families, I'm Payten! Read a little more about me below. I would love to chat with you & help out your family!
I'm soon to be 19, currently taking a leap year, before pursuing education. I have 4+ years of experience in childcare (ages 4mo - 12yr) as a babysitter/nanny, birthday party/field trip host, elementary...
Payten can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sabrina M.
Independence, MO
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello there! My name is Sabrina and I've been working with childcare for five and a half years!
Started off with toddlers for a year and went to school age kiddos! Made my way to a preschool teacher! I am looking for new opportunity and searching To continue to work with kids!
I like to help them learn in grow while all having...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi, my name is Sienna nice to meet you! I am currently in college working my way to become a teacher while also working with Kids safari which is a before and after school program working with kids in ages 3-5. I am certified in CPR and have had experience with older children as well when working with them or even just simply...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Dennis, and I am a senior at Park University studying education. I am currently finishing my student teaching this semester and aspire to be an elementary teacher next fall. I started off working as a before and after-school assistant working with school-age children. My tasks included preparing snacks, planning...
Dennis can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Susan B.
Independence, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Skilled Retired Pediatric Nurse Would Love To Care For Infants On Part-time Basis.
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...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Growing up I was always babysitting for friends and family. I also helped my mom take care of my sisters. During school I would volunteer and help out with special Olympics and also spend time in the class room with students. I am used to working in a fast paced environment that requires you to multitask, so keeping up with kids...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Arial L.
Independence, MO
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I enjoy helping families by providing a safe and nurturing environment for their loved ones. My passion for childcare-stems from my previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my love for caring for children. I'm a creative and friendly individual with three years of experience in childcare, and developmental disability's. I...
Arial can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Widelande C.
Independence, MO
$12-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I love working with and being around kids. I've been caring for kids ever since I was a kid myself. I am also very responsible, caring, hard-working, easygoing, flexible and am willing to help out with more than just the kids if needed. I am here to help a family with whatever they need so as long as it does not interfere with...
Widelande can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
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...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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 months. She treated our son like he was her own child. We were very fortunate to have her apart of our family....
Jillian T.
I'd describe my personality as silly, spontaneous, caring
I like working with kids because I'm a mother myself, and I originally wanted to be a preschool teacher, and spent my senior year doing half days at a career center focused in Early Childhood education with hands on experience in the on site preschool.
I'm looking for...
Jasmin F.
Kansas City, MO
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started watching kids at the age of 14 whom are nieces and nephews. I worked at School with infants up to grade school kids. During the summer time I was the summer teacher with a classroom of kindergarten up to grade school kids. I have a Class E license so I was the bus driver for before/after and field trips. I became a...
Jasmin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jasmin is always wonderful with my kids. She goes the extra mile by looking around the house and finds things to tidy, clean or wash. She's so helpful!"
Mollie S.
5.0
(1)
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...
Sidney can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"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 take care of the children so she plays, cuddles, teaches, creates, imagines, and has fun with them and never just...
Leslie H.
Jerreice R.
Kansas City, MO
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(15)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing childcare going on 7 years now. I have previously worked as an overnight nanny, after-school nanny and weekend babysitter. My Clients age groups are 8 months-15 years! I've worked with families with up to 3 kids and as little as 1, and multiples as well. I can help with curriculum assistance, meal prepping,...
Jerreice can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jerriece was absolutely amazing with my 3.5 yr old! I went out for a concert and she arrived on time and my son instantly took to her. As if that wasn't awesome enough, we were chatting afterward, and she knows our extended family in St. Louis!!! I can't wait for...
Devin D.
5.0
(3)
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...
Elicia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very dependable, caring, trustworthy and attentive."
Missy M.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Independence, MO
Mary G.
5.0
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 months. She treated our son like he was her own child. We were very fortunate to have her apart of our family. Highly recommend!
- Jillian T.
Jasmin F.
4.0
Jasmin helped primarily with before and after school care of our kindergartener. She is extremely reliable, takes directions well and is good with all of our children. If the need arises, we will definitely be reaching out to Jasmin to see if she is available.
- Care member
Sidney S.
5.0
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 take care of the children so she plays, cuddles, teaches, creates, imagines, and has fun with them and never just sits to watch t.v. We trust her...
- Leslie H.
Jerreice R.
5.0
Jerreice arrived on time and was very easy going. My girls loved her. Jerreice painted with girls and made sure to clean up afterwards. She followed our bedtime routine as instructed. My daughters asked if she could be their permanent babysitter.
Jerreice is highly recommended.
- Patricia M.
Elicia M.
5.0
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 and in the military herself you can guarantee she is one punctual and dependable person. I have no reservations leaving my children in her care....
- Michael H.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Independence, MO
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Independence, MO?
You can review 16 after school babysitter profiles near you in Independence, MO to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Independence, MO?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Independence, MO is $15.62. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Independence, MO?
If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Independence, MO on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Independence, MO to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Independence, MO can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Independence, MO?
We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Independence, MO.