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60 babysitters are listed in Oak Grove, MO
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 7 years
Babysitters in Oak Grove, MO
Sierra S.
Grain Valley, MO
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
28 years old and I'm looking to start doing what I love. I moved to Missouri from New Jersey in 2023 to be back closer to family. Family is growing and I don't want to miss out.
I have early childhood courses experience, I also babysit/nanny for family and friends. I've always been in the childcare environment.
I've been in...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
I decided to be a caregiver because there's nothing more rewarding than making a positive impact on a child's life. I have been doing just that for the past 5 years. I have experience caring for children of all age groups, and I am comfortable caring for up to 4 children at a time. I have some college education, and I am...
Carissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Hey there thank you for checking out my profile! My name is Kiera and I'm currently looking to help out one or more families! I'm a former infant/toddler teacher and regular babysitter for several families. I'm also an active member in my church and volunteer in the nursery. I have plenty of professional experience caring for...
Kiera can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm a 24-year-old mom to a 2-year-old boy, and I have a deep passion for working with children. With experience as a teacher, babysitter, and au pair, I have dedicated a significant portion of my life to nurturing and caring for little ones. I genuinely love children and find immense joy in being a part of their growth...
Esme can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Esme was our au pair for a year. We have five kids and she was wonderful with all of them. They loved her so much and still do. She was very attentive and caring with them. She is a wonderful person and I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Esme again."
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a confident, knowledgeable worker, dedicated to creating a stimulating, encouraging, safe atmosphere for each child's individual needs. During my five years' experience, I have developed strong skills in supporting young children, and am genuinely passionate about providing the best child care and play experiences. I have...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Audrey H.
Blue Springs, MO
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I've even watching children and pets for a little over 10 years. I love staying energetic and making sure everyone is happy and having a good time.
Marisa E.
Grain Valley, MO
$18-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for nurturing and educating young minds. My journey into childcare was inspired by my positive experiences as a babysitter, where I discovered my knack for connecting with children and helping them thrive.
I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where...
Hello Families! My name is MaKenna, and I grew up in the KC area with 5 siblings so I have been around little kids for as long as I can remember!
My education background:
-I am currently in school studying Rad Tech
-CPR certified
-I have been working at Children's mercy hospital as a CNA for the past year so I have gotten...
Makenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. I have always worked within my church nursery growing up and have also worked for the state of Kansas through Labette Mental Health and also Riverton Mental Health with children who were special needs. I have worked part time as a teacher at the Goddard school with...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Jordan has been a real pleasure to know. She has a positive, confident attitude. She is very good about communicating via text or email and showing up on time. She was comfortable and capable while taking care of my special needs son. I would highly recommend her."
Erin R.
Megan K.
Lees Summit, MO
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Any Extra Hands You Need (Babysitting, Housesitting, Dog Walking, Running Errands)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a Kansas-Citian born & raised, UMKC graduate, and an avid traveler! I own a photographer business, am a cat mom of 2 & love staying busy assisting with any types of work to local families.
While I started this career just watching family members, as I got older it expanded to other families as well and I now have...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megan was great with my two year old son. Will definitely hire again if she’s available. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am Aris I work as babysitting in my country and here in USA since I was 18 experience for 3 years and my personal experiences from my 2 younger sisters . first aid and CPR knowledge. safety and fun time with educate . and happy of babies and kids is my goal.
Arissara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aris was fabulous! My daughter absolutely loved her. "
Amanda H.
Maddie W.
Lees Summit, MO
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Kids are my passion! I've been working with kids more than half of my life. From babysitting family, to working part time at a preschool, I enjoy it all! I am capable of watching kids of all ages and work hard at making a fun, safe environment. I currently stay home with my 2-year-old daughter and would love to bring her along...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Maddie watched our 3 month old son and was absolutely wonderful! She was our first non-family babysitter so it was hard to leave him, but Maddie was so competent and communicative that she put me completely at ease. She was caring, responsible, and trustworthy....
Michaela S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I grew up in a family of 10 kids and 6 of them are younger than me and I've cared for them all my life. I am CPR certified. I worked as a paid nanny to a baby girl in 2022 for almost 3 years. I watched her from my home. I have babysat for multiple families on random occasions over the last 4 years. I'm a Certified Birth Doula...
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Theresa was an amazing babysitter to hire! I felt like my child was safe and well cared for and thoroughly entertained. I would recommend Theresa to any parent!"
Alison S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Im a mom of 2 myself. A 3-year-old boy and 12-month-old girl (as of June 28th). My husband is a firefighter, so id love to have the flexibility to work around his schedule so he can have our kids, or find a family that is comfortable with me bringing mine along, which is what I've done in the past. Always up to discuss your...
Kirsten can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Kirsten has watched our little girl for about 9 mos & has been excellent. Our daughter has a hard time when I leave, but she has done very good w/Kirsten and the longer she has watched her, the better she has adjusted. Our little girl loves to play outside & we...
Valerie P.
Kathryn C.
Lees Summit, MO
$19/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years in babysitting, also two years nannying for 3 children (2 families) over the span of 4 years. Also worked at a early childhood development center for over a year. I love all things artsy and finding fun things to do outdoors. I love working with kiddos and learning as much from them as they do from me. Kids...
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Super sweet and very communicative. My daughter loved her. Highly recommend!!!"
Lara W.
Jordana H.
Kansas City, MO
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a fun person to be around love to have a good time and want to make kids happy! I am staring college august 11 and I am wanting a steady income and a low paced job
5.0
"We love Jordana! She’s amazing with kids. My kids felt comfortable with her right away, and my 3 yo son has major separation anxiety. She immediately knew what to do alleviate his anxiety. Jordana is from a large family, so her experience taking care of her own...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Somewhere in between Mary Poppin's strictness and Miss Honey's play time, I don't budge on the rules, but I think having a sitter should be a fun adventure.
I recently graduated from college with a BA in Linguistics. My husband and I moved out here from Utah to be near family, and this is a great way for me to stay afloat while...
5.0
"If only I could give more stars than 5...
Brooklyn is a special needs child whisperer. We have never had our boy respond so well to anyone we introduce him to. He interacted with her. He played! And when I got home, he wasn't stressed. Brooklyn has such a calming...
Michael And Bethany R.
Macy C.
Lees Summit, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Macy! I am a career nanny who would describe myself as patient, responsible and energetic! Working with children is my passion and I have had many opportunities to provide quality care over the past 10 years, with 4 years of professional nannying experience. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and...
Macy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Macy is thoughtful, caring, and very responsible."
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Polly G.
Lees Summit, MO
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Polly, 29, From Brazil. Looking For A Nanny Position To Work 2-3 Days A Week!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello families, I'm Polly and I'm 29yo! I'm from Brazil and I moved to the US in 2019. I worked for the same family for over 2 years taking care of 3 boys (6yo, 4yo and 2. 5yo when I left). I worked for a few families occasionally babysitting. Currently I'm working 2-3 days a week watching a baby girl! I'm looking for another...
Polly can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Polly does a great job cleaning our home. Highly recommend!"
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Morgan A.
Lees Summit, MO
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have experience watching children from ages 9 months to 7 years. I have always had a love for children. Taking care of them while bringing them joy makes my heart happy. I am also willing to help with light house cleaning and meal prep. I am CPR certified as well. My passion is watching and teaching kiddos.
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Oak Grove, MO
Esme K.
5.0
Esme was our au pair for a year. We have five kids and she was wonderful with all of them. They loved her so much and still do. She was very attentive and caring with them. She is a wonderful person and I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Esme again.
- Care member
Jordan C.
5.0
Jordan has been a real pleasure to know. She has a positive, confident attitude. She is very good about communicating via text or email and showing up on time. She was comfortable and capable while taking care of my special needs son. I would highly recommend her.
- Erin R.
Megan K.
5.0
Megan was great with my two year old son. Will definitely hire again if she’s available.
- Care member
Arissara C.
5.0
Aris was fabulous! My daughter absolutely loved her.
- Amanda H.
Maddie W.
5.0
I hired Maddie to watch my 2 year old daughter while I was out of town on business. She picked up and dropped off at daycare in addition to spending the night. Maddie did an excellent job. This was the first time I've left my daughter to go out of town, so I was nervous, but all went well. She...
- Candace S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Oak Grove, MO:
How can I find a Oak Grove babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Oak Grove, MO 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 4 babysitters in Oak Grove, MO 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 Oak Grove, MO?
The average rate for Oak Grove, MO babysitters on Care.com is $21.00 per hour as of April 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 Oak Grove, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Oak Grove, MO 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.