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88 babysitters are listed in Manhattan, KS
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Manhattan, KS
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melanie and I am a recent graduate with my degree in biology. I have 5 years of experience in childcare and I have worked as a babysitter on and off during that time as well. While I am not CPR certified, I have training in both CPR and First Aid. I am energetic, caring, and patient and I would love to help out...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melanie is experienced with both pets and children- we have had her take care of our 2 dogs on multiple occasions, and she has cared for our children as well! She is very responsible, attentive, dependable and an overall great person- Melanie is highly...
Martine C.
Sophia C.
Manhattan, KS
$18-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sophia! I am a Master's student at Kansas State University studying agriculture education and communication in water resources. I have lots of childcare experience and spent many summers babysitting as a full-time job. I started babysitting as a freshman in high school and have 9 years of experience. I am...
Sophia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"kids love her, very responsive."
Laura H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Hailey! I have been providing child care for almost 10 years spending three years being a full time nanny for ages newborn and up. I am currently looking for an occasional babysitting positions as I attend the engineering program at KSU. When in a home I take care of prepping meals and clean up, getting dressed, naps, any...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Great first experience on Care definitely someone you should hire. She's patient caring and punctual. She's never canceled."
Richard R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe, and I am a second-year veterinary student at Kansas State. I earned a Bachelor of Science in applied learning and development at the University of Texas at Austin. I specialized in teaching early childhood through 6th grade with ESL emphasis. I absolutely love caring for kids and have been babysitting since...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"My children really loved Chloe. She was very welcoming. I would hire her again when looking for care in the future!"
Kiara G.
Abby C.
Manhattan, KS
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello I'm Abby! I just moved to Manhattan this year. The past 5 years I have nannied for a family back home. I absolutely loved it and created amazing bonds with the kids! I have also had smaller baby sitting and dog sitting jobs on the side. Some important things about me are that I am extremely organized and I like everything...
Abby can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Abby was fantastic!!! I would highly recommend Abby. We hired her for a week when we needed childcare for 4 years old son. The kids warmed up to her immediately. She was able to keep up with all the energy of my son. She was quick to respond and punctual all week....
Todd B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I don't have any kids of my own, but I love children. I've been caring for children since I was quite young as I have two younger sisters. My closest friend's children calls me 'auntie.'
I enjoy spending time with boys and girls in all age ranges. I love to read and play and it gives me great joy to be involved in play...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Allison worked for me as my assistant and then became a good friend. She has been involved in my two daughters' lives since they were born and I can, without a doubt, say that she is their favorite person. She's a good friend and she has done a lot of babysitting...
Erin B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5+ years of experience working in childcare and with individual children of all ages. I love kids and am flexible. I genuinely want to help families in need of care and am looking to make some money towards my college fees.
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We loved having Jenna as our daughters nanny. Our daughter gets so excited when Jenna walks through the door every morning. Jenna does activities with her and makes it fun for our 1 year old. She documents things that happen and isn't afraid of asking questions...
Whitney B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I bring a blend of professionalism and warmth, underscored by my fun, caring, and attentive personality.
Working with children is a passion of mine as they continually offer fresh perspectives and keep me engaged. From newborns to preteens, I've gained valuable experience that has deepened my understanding of child...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lilly is an incredible sitter and very communicative, helpful, great with children, and she gives us confidence that everything will be great while we are away. Lucky to have her a part of our family's life!"
Corey S.
5.0
(2)
Hello there!
My name is Vitoria and I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with genuine love for children. With 9+ years of hands-on experience in providing exceptional care to all ages. I am confident in my ability to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your little ones.
Safety is my top priority, and...
Vitoria can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Vitoria is great. The kids loved her. She went above and beyond to make sure everything went well. She also took care of my nephews which is not an easy task. I highly recommend her. "
Janden W.
Hi! I am Riley. I have 7 years of experience. I have been babysitting as long as I can remember and love children. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Riley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting my little cousin for years and of and on baby sitting for my mother's freinds
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hi, I'm jaileen! I'm 19 years old and a college student who recently moved to Manhattan, Kansas. I study online, which gives me a lot of flexibility. I have experience in childcare and love spending time with kids. I'm looking forward to finding a great family to work with and help out.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a first grade teacher . I am in my second year of teaching. I have a great amount of experience working with children. For the past 3 years, I have nannied during the summer for the same family, full-time. In college, I tutored and also worked as a paraprofessional in the Manhattan school district. I absolutely...
Mckenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sydney! I am from a small town in Southwest Kansas, and I am currently a student at K-State studying Agribusiness. Some of the most important things to me are my faith, family, and friends. I enjoy being active, being outdoors, and taking care of kids! I am pretty laid back and easy going but also like to do fun...
Sydney R can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Hi my name is Ruby and here is a introduction to get to know me and see what my qualifications are. I am patient, kind person who has 4 years of experience babysitting, being a nanny, tutoring, and being a para-educator. I have been a para-educator for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Emotional Behavioral Disorder for...
Ruby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am currently a sophomore at K-State majoring in Kinesiology/Pre-Physical Therapy. I want to specialize in Pediatric Physical Therapy after I graduate from K-State because I have a passion for young children and love spending time with them (especially babies!). I have been babysitting for people in my hometown (Garden City,...
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kate M.
Manhattan, KS
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. With six years of experience caring for children of all ages, I've honed my ability to create a safe, stimulating environment where kids can thrive.
My patient, calm, and friendly demeanor puts children at ease, while my creativity and...
Mia E.
Manhattan, KS
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi!! I am Mia and I'm a freshman student at Kstate! I've been caring for children for over four years, with experience in nannying and babysitting. I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop to their fullest potential, and I'm always looking for new ways to make learning or play fun and engaging. I have experience...
Sally L.
Manhattan, KS
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. My love for teaching and my natural instincts as an elder sister drew me to this fulfilling career. Patience and friendliness define my approach, and I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Allie J.
Manhattan, KS
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have many years working with youth through babysitting and working at summer camps. When working at summer camps, I would also spend most afternoons as a lifeguard. When finishing my Bachelors degree at Pittsburg State University, I would help plan and facilitate programs for older adults and persons with disabilities in the...
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Manhattan, KS
Melanie E.
5.0
Melanie is experienced with both pets and children- we have had her take care of our 2 dogs on multiple occasions, and she has cared for our children as well! She is very responsible, attentive, dependable and an overall great person- Melanie is highly recommended!
- Martine C.
Sophia C.
5.0
kids love her, very responsive.
- Laura H.
Hailey M.
5.0
Attentive, asked about allergies and bed time routines. Would absolutely hire again
- Care member
Chloe C.
5.0
My children really loved Chloe. She was very welcoming. I would hire her again when looking for care in the future!
- Kiara G.
Abby C.
5.0
Abby was fantastic!!! I would highly recommend Abby. We hired her for a week when we needed childcare for 4 years old son. The kids warmed up to her immediately. She was able to keep up with all the energy of my son. She was quick to respond and punctual all week. We would definitely hire Abby...
- Todd B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Manhattan, KS:
How can I find a Manhattan babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Manhattan, KS 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 88 babysitters in Manhattan, KS on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. 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 Manhattan, KS?
The average rate for Manhattan, KS babysitters on Care.com is $13.39 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 Manhattan, KS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Manhattan, KS 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 Manhattan, KS babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Manhattan, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 88 listed babysitters.