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Deborah O.
Kansas City, MO
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and with over eight years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. My friendly and approachable nature allows children to feel comfortable and engaged with me, while my formal and reserved side...
Hi! I'm Lily and just completed my sophomore year at UMKC. I would describe myself as outgoing, active, and responsible. I have two years of nannying under my belt and am very good with kids. I also love lending families a hand and helping the kids have fun and stay busy!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'm a kind hearted girl who loves to spend time with kids and make them feel safe enough to have fun! I worked for 4 years at my mom's in-home daycare, caring for multiple kids at a time who's ages ranged from 1-month-old to 11 years old. I am a non smoker, I am CPR certified for adults, children and infants, I have first aid...
Experienced and passionate Nanny with solid knowledge of childhood education and development. A consistent professional who has proven to overcome daily childcare obstacles and hurdles. Created numerous projects and activities for three school-aged children. Ability to handle diverse child and household priorities by applying...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alona. I'm experienced working with children and I really enjoy doing that. I worked with children from one months to 6 years old. I'm very comfortable taking care of infants. I can describe myself as responsible, reliable, caring, patient and calm person. My hobbies are cooking/baking, traveling, visiting...
Alona can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alona is a great sitter. She is calm and very patient. Our son took to her very fast and had a great time. Very happy with her and will definitely hire her services again."
Nitza J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with ages ranging from newborn to 15 years old and I have worked in various settings including classrooms, day camps, overnight camps, and in home. I'm an active person and I love being outside. I always try to keep children engaged while I look after them. I'm a big fan of parks, pools and sports activities....
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for a few different families and have 4 years of experience in being a nanny, which includes infants and twins. I love being a nanny. I find it to be a very rewarding job. I am very energetic and I like to stay busy. Crafts and learning are very important to me when it comes to helping children grow. I love...
Angel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Angel to nanny full-time our newborn fraternal twins. My husband interviewed her and was extremely impressed by her answers. My husband was a manager for 35 years and has a lot of experience in asking the right questions during an interview, he is a...
Erika G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have watched children for a very long time. When I was growing up, my neighborhood had lots of children and I was one of the neighborhood sitters. I started at about age 14 watching children on my own. I have 8 nieces and nephews that range from infant to 22 years of age. I have watched all of them and occasionally watch them...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Jessica has nannied for our twins (now 4 1/2 years old) for a little more than a year. She has been fantastic. She interacts with them and really encourages them to play, read, and write/draw. She enjoys taking them to play outside, which we appreciate. Always on...
James F.
Sofia T.
Kansas City, MO
$16-18/hr • 9 yrs exp
Young And Experienced Nanny / Babysitter Seeking Part-time Work
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Sofia, I'm 22 yrs. old, vaccinated for Covid-19, and currently attending college for my masters in architecture. I'll be home for the summer until August 17, and I'm looking for part-time babysitting jobs. I am a dedicated student, and experienced child care provider. I've been caring for children of many ages...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sofi has been our summer nanny for several years. She is absolutely incredible with children. She is patient, kind and easily relates with children of various ages. Sofi keeps my children busy for hours playing without the use of TV or screens. She is very mature,...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loyal, and determined!
I like working with kids because I enjoy learning from them. I love the perspective kids give me and it fills my heart to help them in anyway I can and to care for them and love them.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to grow as a person while creating...
5.0
"Jessica is so sweet. My kids absolutely love her! I feel blessed to have found such a great babysitter. "
Whitney B.
Simone D.
Kansas City, MO
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Simone, and I've worked with kids for many years. I was an Au Pair(Live-in Nanny) for one year and a half, from 2018 to 2019 and have worked as a nanny to other families after that. My most recent experience as a nanny was from January 2020 to January 2022, when I decided to have a break and focus on finishing my masters...
Simone can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Simone is an amazing person and the best babysitter ever. Organized and punctual, she will take an amazing care of kids of all ages and also very good at cooking!"
Anne W.
Ally M.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Assistant Teacher At Kensington School, Looking For Side Gigs On Weekends!
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ally! I have about 7-8 years of childcare experience! I have been a nanny from kids that range from 3 months to school aged. This also includes my two nephews who I watched for the entire two years of the older one's life and also the younger guy who is now one! I have also worked in two licensed daycares back...
Ally can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ally is great with my child. She's very interactive and treats him like her own! She is also a fantastic organizer!!"
Katie G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and I am now 19 years old. I have a caring and fun personality and I love being around kids. I enjoy doing crafts and playing outside. I want to work with kids when I get older and babysitting helps me get the experience I need. I have a flexible schedule and I am a straight A...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hannah watched my three boys all summer, and was great! She was friendly, reliable, flexible, helpful, and great with the boys. She was very flexible with our erratic schedules and last minute changes. She went above and beyond with the kids, even taking them on...
Lisa B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
:) My name is Jourdan!
I grew up in Kansas City. I come from a happy marriage.
I have tons of experience from watching my friends & coworkers children. I absolutely adore kids. I feel happiest when around them! I also tutored first graders.
Can't wait to meet you & be someone you trust.
I'd describe my personality as...
5.0
"She was awesome! Always on time and communicated well. The kids loved her! "
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Stella O.
Kansas City, MO
$10-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Stella. I would love to have the opportunity to work with you. taking care of your kid or kids. I'm pretty flexible with my schedule. I have 7 years experience with kids and I do enjoy taking care of kids and seeing them grow up and learning new things . I worked in servile day cares. I have lots of ideas and...
Stella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I have 4 boys and Stella is wonderful with all their different personalities! She is such a gift. Stella has a gift of seeing the details. She is so patient and also has such a gift of teaching. On an added bonus note, she is an incredible dog whisper as well....
Julie C.
Hailey C.
Platte City, MO
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hailey, I am 23 years old. I absolutely love kids. I am also a volunteer firefighter in the evening and I am CPR certified!!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, dependable, hardworking
I like working with kids because seeing them reach their milestones is amazing to see and there is never a dull moment!!...
Hailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey was very responsive and prompt and helped us out in a last minute situation, she was aweaome with our boys they raved about how much fun they had. We will definately use her services again!"
Matthew T.
Julie B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside and watch them learn while they play. I have two teenage boys that are needing less of my time so I thought it would be fun to have younger children in the house again. Experience wise, besides raising my boys, I currently enjoy watching family members's...
Julie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julie was so sweet to my Mom and us! We really appreciated her coming last minute and just making sure my Mom was so well cared for that evening. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Raiyn, I'm 23 years old, and working with children is something I found fit for me at a very young age. I've got 10 years of child care experience from date night/regular sitting and overnights to before/after school programs and daycare. Since completing high school I've attended UC Denver majoring in...
Raiyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ni'jah put my mind at ease when finding a sitter for my son. He enjoyed having her provide him care. She was punctual, dependable, and had no issues with me checking in with her."
Da Vitta Z.
Ashlee J.
Kansas City, MO
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stellar Nanny With 20+ Years Experience With Infant/Toddler/Twins
5.0
(6)
Hi my name is Ashlee. I am a professional career nanny who has provided stellar service to families in KC & SF for the past 20 years, primarily those with infant/toddler twins.
I hold a BA in Art Education from SFSU, and have completed multiple ECE (Early Childhood Education) courses as well as Pediatric CPR certification...
Ashlee can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern,
This letter is in reference for Ashlee J as she seeks employment with you. I was very excited when we hired Ashlee for her position as a nanny, as she is a very energetic, eager, and a passionate educator. Ashlee was willing to take on...
Benjamin S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Welcome. My name is Michala, I look forward to meeting you and your family.
I have childcare experience of over 5 years, including babysitting, volunteer work, tutoring, and working as a public school district employee. I have a passion for embracing the creative nature within us all, and predominately, that resides within a...
Michala can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Michala was wonderful! Both kids seem to really enjoy having her watch them."
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Smithville, MO
Alona A.
5.0
Alona is amazing. She is warm and soft spoken and my little guy absolutely adored her. I also really felt at ease with her, knowing she was more than capable. She is also very communicative and sent updates and photos while I was away.
- Care member
Angel B.
5.0
We hired Angel to nanny full-time our newborn fraternal twins. My husband interviewed her and was extremely impressed by her answers. My husband was a manager for 35 years and has a lot of experience in asking the right questions during an interview, he is a difficult man to impress and Angel wowed...
- Erika G.
Jessica S.
5.0
Jessica has nannied for our twins (now 4 1/2 years old) for a little more than a year. She has been fantastic. She interacts with them and really encourages them to play, read, and write/draw. She enjoys taking them to play outside, which we appreciate. Always on time, very organized, proactive,...
- James F.
Sofia T.
5.0
Sofi has been our summer nanny for several years. She is absolutely incredible with children. She is patient, kind and easily relates with children of various ages. Sofi keeps my children busy for hours playing without the use of TV or screens. She is very mature, is always on time and never...
- Care member
Jessica G.
5.0
Jessica is so sweet. My kids absolutely love her! I feel blessed to have found such a great babysitter.
- Whitney B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Smithville, MO:
How can I find a Smithville babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Smithville, 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 6 babysitters in Smithville, MO on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. 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 Smithville, MO?
The average rate for Smithville, MO babysitters on Care.com is $16.50 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 Smithville, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Smithville, 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.