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259 babysitters are listed in Omaha, NE
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Omaha, NE
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a dedicated Air Force veteran, currently residing in the Davis Monthan area with my husband. With over 14 years of babysitting experience and a background as a former ER vet tech, I bring a unique skill set to ensure your child's safety and well-being, even in stressful situations. I have a genuine passion for...
Kate can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate is great with my 3 kids, all under 10. She is willing to have park days and movie nights. She plays with the girls and builds Lego creations with the boy. A great sitter, she is smart and fun to be around."
Heather M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ruth.
I have been working with children for over 5 years. I have worked in childcare for a 6+ years and currently work for OPS. I enjoy music, dancing, staying in, going out, and everything in between. I am super flexible, respectful, and would love to meet you and your family!
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I may be a little biased as her mother but she is very responsible and loves kids. She has been watching her sister ever since she was old enough.
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Mindy G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Nickie and I absolutely love taking care of kids. I have been doing it for as long as I can remember, I have worked with kids of all ages ranging from newborns to 12. I feel very fortunate to have a job that I feel so passionate about and that doesn't even really feel like a job. I did also work at the local...
Nickie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nickie has been a blessing to our family. She is on time and has been flexible with her schedule to accommodate ours. My kids (5 and almost 2) love her. While we no longer need full time care, I will keep Nickie on my list for date nights or even weekends away."
Lindy F.
Ryan M.
Omaha, NE
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a senior in high school and I work as a Swim instructor teaching younger kids how to swim. I am currently taking 3 AP classes and I am enrolled in clubs at my high school such as National honor society, Student gov't, beta, etc. My goal is to graduate High school and attend my dream school. I am looking for a...
Ryan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ryan is a smart and courteous person. He has been helpful to our family for many years with helping watch our kids and pets. Ryan will be a valuable asset to your program. "
Jimmy B.
Addi S.
Omaha, NE
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for children as young as newborn since I was 12 years old. This has included watching groups of five at most at a time. I have also taken on responsibilities to cook and clean while sitting, and even take children to parks/swimming pools/activities, etc.
I have also volunteered in Safety Town for four...
Addi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Addi was very professional throughout the interview process with us. She was quick to return calls and on time to her interview. We loved meeting her, and she was great with our kids. Our child care needs changed unexpectedly, otherwise we would have hired her on...
Adrianne A.
Lily S.
Omaha, NE
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Lily and I'm currently a registered nurse working here in Omaha. I have always been passionate about children and providing safe and fun spaces for growth! I started babysitting at 11 years old and have been nannying on and off ever since. I have experience with newborns and older, as well as disabled children as well. I...
Lily can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lily is reliable, kind and makes sound decisions. She has a good heart and cares for every human, especially kids. I've known her much of her life and think she's a terrific person."
Kristy L.
Megan B.
Omaha, NE
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Megan! I have 10+ years of experience working with children and I'm currently the Co-Director of a child development center here in Omaha! I absolutely love what I do, it's so much fun watching children learn and grow. I have experience babysitting, nannying, teaching preschool, and even worked for Disney Cruise...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Megan as a caregiver. She is responsible and has a lot of experience working with kids. I hired her to watch my son who has special needs and she did fantastic."
Samantha B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Abbey and I'm looking for date night/as needed babysitting. I'm available most weekends and some week nights. I have a full time job during the day so I'm looking for around a day a week. I have been babysitting for 10 years and have experience with all ages including infants. I absolutely love kids and have a...
Abbey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Abbey is awesome. My daughter (4) said she was fun and kind and she really liked her. Typically I put my youngest daughter (10 months) to bed before we leave and the babysitter never really even sees her. Well for whatever reason when Abbey was there she woke up...
Sarah D.
5.0
(1)
I work full time in the mental health field and have a bachelors degree in behavioral science. I have 2 years of experience in professional childcare (working with infants and toddlers, occasionally school age) along with several years of experience as a babysitter. I love doing crafts, sports, and educational play with children...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We were so lucky to find Megan to watch our now 6 month old son. She is reliable with communication and showing up, trustworthy, and a truly kind person that cares deeply for others. She is a very gentle and calming presence for our son, and does a great job...
Allison S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tons of experience with all ages of kids, and watching multiple kids at once! I am a deaf elementary education major, so I know how to keep the kids learning while having fun! I'm very reliable and trustworthy, and I have great recommendations from my other families I've nannied for!
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We would hire Jenna back in a second. She was amazing with the kids and they loved having her at our home."
Krystal P.
4.7
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a former nanny and now work full time in early childhood education, but still have some evening and weekend availability! I am fully vaccinated and would prefer to work in households where everyone is vaccinated.
I have extensive experience with many ages of children and have worked as a dance and gymnastics teacher, as...
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
3.0
"I wish I could give five stars but I feel it would be a disservice to Rose and to future families. She's kind, outgoing and creative but based on our family's brief experience with her she's not a good fit for toddlers and younger, no multiples and not full time...
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Abigail K.
Omaha, NE
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Come From A Big Family Where I Learned From A Young Age How To Care For Children
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Abby, and I am a stay-at-home-mom who is looking for opportunities this summer (whether they be one-time, as needed, or consistently scheduled). My son will be 3 years old in August and ideally I would love for a little one (or even an older child) to join our regular day-to-day activities. I live in the Benson...
5.0
"Abby has become much more than just a caregiver to my child, she has become a good friend to us too. She goes above and beyond, taking initiative to help with cleaning and other housework as well. I trust her completely and she has been such a great find for our...
Natalie C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
I have 12+ years of experience working with children and their families! I have an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor's in Psychology.
I have experience with ages from newborn to 17 years. My experience comes from working in a daycare as a lead teacher, being a nanny, and as a lead...
Cheyenne can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Yes. Our boys are starting school in August and we are no longer in need of Cheyenne services. She is absolutely amazing! Dependable doesn't even begin to describe her. She is extremely flexible, punctual and reliable. She immediately bonded with our boys and they...
Wendy W.
5.0
(1)
I have been a stay-at-home mom for 26 years and now am experiencing more of the empty nest syndrome and would love to interact with little ones again on an occasional basis (date night sitter).
Previously I have worked as a Prenatal Educator and Instructor for classes in Childbirth, CPR, Baby Care through Alegent Health System...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is extremely dependable, honest, and thorough. One of the most reliable people I know. I would not hesitate to hire her to help with a project, housekeeping, organizing, child care and pet care. She loves kids and she loves animals. She is very...
Matt J.
Maddie R.
Omaha, NE
$14-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I am looking to babysit for a few families for date nights, weekends, etc. I work full time from home Monday thru Friday until 5 p.m. so evenings and weekends work best!
I have always had a passion for caring for kids and babies since a young age. I absolutely love children of all ages and enjoy doing activities...
Maddie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are beyond thrilled to find Maddie for our needs! I know when my daughter is with her that she is in good hands and she's very organized, punctual and dependable. My daughter absolutely adores her and looks up to her which is important to me as well.
Thank...
Stacy N.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
I graduated in May of 2019 from UNL with a bachelor's in Elementary Special Education. I got my Masters in Educational Leadership in May of 2023 at Doane. I currently live in West Omaha. I am a full time teacher, so my availability is limited. I will only be able to babysit on the weekends (after 5:15 PM) and occasionally...
Noemi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Noemi has been fantastic with our 20-month-old twins! She is very reliable, communicates well, shows great initiative, and has made life so much easier for us!"
Andrea Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as organized, easy to get along with, and caring
I like working with kids because I want to have my own kids one day and I'm the oldest out of all my siblings so I was always helping out.
I'm looking for a job where I can provide the best care to children while their parents might have other...
5.0
"Makenna is incredibly easy to work with! She is flexible and has a great attitude. My daughter loved the time she spent with her and has been asking to see her again. We will definitely be working with her again in the future, and I recommend her to anyone that has...
Jasmine G.
Angela L.
Omaha, NE
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Angela. I'm a caring, fun, and responsible person. I have been babysitting for about 4 years. I love spending time with kids. I enjoy doing different activities with them like going to the park or playing board games. I care about their well-being. I make sure they are safe, they learn and have fun with me. As...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Angela is very good with my son. He liked her right away! She is very caring and thoughtful of what's right for him. She follows instructions very well too. Her personality is kind and cheerful which my son loves. I would recommend her for any family."
Natalia L.
5.0
(2)
I have babysat many great kids from newborn age to 13 years old! I have a history of teaching swimming lessons (I loved it!!) and I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I hope to build long-lasting strong relationships with kids and their families!
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nina has watched my two boys on several occasions (ages 4 and 2 currently). She is always on time, quick to respond to text inquiries, cleans up at the end of the evening, can make dinner, and do bedtime routines. My boys enjoy having her babysit."
Krista S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Taking care of babies and children is very natural to me. I have cared for many, as well as being the oldest of four children. I'm conscious of the value I am providing and give much focus on daily life skills and emotional regulation. Aside from that, I am very responsible, diligent, timely, always thinking ahead, and great...
Erika can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Erika has worked both part-time and full-time for our family over the past 6 months. Erika is the most reliable and loving caregiver to our infant son. We have unpredictable schedules and sometimes work from home, and Erika adapts easily to any situation thrown...
Patricia M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Omaha, NE
Kate A.
5.0
Kate is great with my 3 kids, all under 10. She is willing to have park days and movie nights. She plays with the girls and builds Lego creations with the boy. A great sitter, she is smart and fun to be around.
- Heather M.
Ruth G.
5.0
Ruth is a reliable young lady, not afraid to ask for help. My 3 year old was nervous when we left, but she let him call us, then distracted him with some music and he had a lot fun hanging out with her. We felt confident that he was well cared for with Ruth and will definitely hire her again.
- Rahim A.
Nickie L.
5.0
Nickie has been a blessing to our family. She is on time and has been flexible with her schedule to accommodate ours. My kids (5 and almost 2) love her. While we no longer need full time care, I will keep Nickie on my list for date nights or even weekends away.
- Lindy F.
Ryan M.
5.0
Ryan is a smart and courteous person. He has been helpful to our family for many years with helping watch our kids and pets. Ryan will be a valuable asset to your program.
- Jimmy B.
Addi S.
5.0
Addi was very professional throughout the interview process with us. She was quick to return calls and on time to her interview. We loved meeting her, and she was great with our kids. Our child care needs changed unexpectedly, otherwise we would have hired her on the spot!
- Adrianne A.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Omaha, NE:
How can I find a Omaha babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Omaha, NE 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 259 babysitters in Omaha, NE on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.8. 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 Omaha, NE?
The average rate for Omaha, NE babysitters on Care.com is $17.32 per hour as of March 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 Omaha, NE?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Omaha, NE are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 83 reviews of the 259 listed babysitters.