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60 babysitters are listed in Lakewood, OH
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Lakewood, OH
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 5 years of childcare experience and fell in love with helping them grow through educational play! I have my own transportation along with certifications in: basic life support, emergency oxygen, and TESOL. I have also tutored children for 4 years and work as an online ESL teacher.
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Sam, and I'm 29 years old. I am a full-time registered nurse with 5+ years of experience in pediatric & adult medical surgical nursing and pediatric Intensive Care nursing. I stepped away from the bedside recently to a 9-5 and would love to help care for your little ones outside of typical business hours. I graduated...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Lara A.
Lakewood, OH
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Lara. I'm from Brazil. I love to help and serve people. I have served as a full-time missionary for almost 2 years for my church. I come from a big family of 7 siblings. That's why I'm passionate about kids. I was always surrounded by kids and I love interacting with them. I have experience working here in the...
Mackenzie M.
Lakewood, OH
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn and grow. With over six years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages. I believe in fostering open communication with parents, providing regular updates, and actively listening to their concerns.
I'm...
Alyssa M.
Lakewood, OH
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
As a nurturing individual, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. My 10 years of experience have equipped me with the skills to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for your child. I am patient, calm, and always seeking creative and imaginative ways to engage children. I firmly believe...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Avery H.
Lakewood, OH
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. I'm patient, calm, creative, and approachable. I communicate openly with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise, following their preferred communication method. I enforce household rules as...
Sarita G.
Lakewood, OH
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sarita Gómez! I'm very reliable, patient, responsable and creative person with approximately 5 years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers and teaching Spanish as well. With me your children will receive appropriate care and so much fun. I'm willing to do additional other task if is requested...
Sarita can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Kailah, I'm 24 years old and I am a professional full time nanny! I've worked with children professionally for 7 years. I am Covid vaccinated and CPR/first aid certified. I have many references confirming my ability to care for children of all ages. I specialize in infant care and am trained in safe infant sleep...
Kailah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CNA
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a licensed K-5 educator who is seeking a nanny position as I begin to work on my masters degree in counseling. I graduated from Cleveland State where I earned my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. My experience and education make me well equipped and qualified to help kids with homework and tutor them in...
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"This was my first time using Care.com and I could not have been happier with Molly. She was friendly, punctual and reliable. I would recommend Molly to anyone who needed a sitter in the Mayfield Heights area."
Beth G.
I am the oldest of 5 children in my family. I have had 10+ years of experience in babysitting 4+ children at one time.
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hi!
I have 6 years of experience working with children from infants to 12 years old. I worked as a nanny, babysitter, after care worker, and summer camp counselor! I graduated in May with my Masters degree in social work and became a Licensed Social Worker. I have training in child development and therapy as well as experience...
Hello, my name is Emily! I am a recent graduate from Baldwin Wallace with my Master's in speech-language pathology during which I've worked with children from the ages 1 - 16 years old. I have experience with children with autism, Down Syndrome, sensory processing disorders, hearing impaired, language disorders and speech...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kirstin G.
Lakewood, OH
$15-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I'm 25 years old. I've lived in Ohio for the past four years. I'm originally from Idaho, and spent two years living in Hawaii after graduating high school.
I'm finishing my degree in psychology. My dream is to be a psychotherapist. I love music, singing, and guitar. I am comfortable with all sorts of pets, especially...
ISO: Part-time or full-time.
Hello my name is Ani, I'm a Nursing student and I have a little daughter. I am looking for Family Mondays through Fridays I've experience with infants up to 12 years old. I also have lifetime experience of caring for younger siblings. I am bilingual, I speak Spanish fluently and I am happy to teach...
Ani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Shayna T.
Lakewood, OH
$10-15/hr
Hello, I am a fun loving mother comfortable with young children of all ages, even newborns. I would care for your children as if they were my own. I am Shayna, a 29-year-old mother looking to watch some children in my home during the evenings and weekends to help pay the bills. I have had experiences in the past from obtaining a...
Shayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Adryonab G.
Lakewood, OH
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as bold, playful, and joyful!
I like working with kids because they teach me things! It's so interesting to see a child make connections and grow, while you have your own things to grow through as well! They are mini warriors!
I'm looking for a job that is impactful, consistent, where both parties...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Looking for a Nanny in the Saratoga Springs area for my 1-year-old son. I would need someone Monday-Thursday for an average of 5 hours a day. I work remotely so my schedule varies.
Bridget can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been teaching middle school for 14 years now. Over the last few summers, I was a summer nanny for 2 different families (See reviews). For 3 years before that, I have worked for Brownstone days school's summer camp in Lakewood. I received my masters in special education. I have been babysitting since I was 11-12 years old....
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Michelle look after our toddler and 9 year old over summer. She was absolutely amazing with the kids, punctual, reliable and accommodating. She always came prepared with activities, planned for the day and kept the two kids entertained the...
Fatimah A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am 23 years old. I grew up in Cleveland with 3 siblings and my parents. When I was 13, I took the American Red Cross babysitting class to become certified as a babysitter. Since then, I have babysat for many families, nannied full time for one summer, and volunteered as a pre school camp counselor. I...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Natalie Q.
Cleveland, OH
$10-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalie, and I will be receiving my bachelor's degree in speech and hearing science from The Ohio State University in May. I will be attending graduate school for speech-language pathology this fall. At OSU, I am a part of the Honors program and participate in research regarding early childhood literacy.
I am...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our son had a great time with Natalie and has been asking when she can come over again!"
Scott U.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Lakewood, OH
Molly P.
4.0
This was my first time using Care.com and I could not have been happier with Molly. She was friendly, punctual and reliable. I would recommend Molly to anyone who needed a sitter in the Mayfield Heights area.
- Beth G.
Michelle S.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Michelle look after our toddler and 9 year old over summer. She was absolutely amazing with the kids, punctual, reliable and accommodating. She always came prepared with activities, planned for the day and kept the two kids entertained the entire time. She was also good in...
- Fatimah A.
Natalie Q.
5.0
Our son had a great time with Natalie and has been asking when she can come over again!
- Scott U.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Lakewood, OH:
How can I find a Lakewood babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Lakewood, OH 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 57 babysitters in Lakewood, OH on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. 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 Lakewood, OH?
The average rate for Lakewood, OH babysitters on Care.com is $17.96 per hour as of January 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 Lakewood, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Lakewood, OH 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.
Ratings for Lakewood, OH babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Babysitters in Lakewood, OH are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.