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60 babysitters are listed in Valley Center, KS
The average posted rate is $13/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Valley Center, KS
Maci C.
Valley Center, KS
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive and loving 20-year-old. I have 3+ years of experience and I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I have a lot of experience working with all ages. I am the oldest of 3 children, one of which has a disability. My faith plays an important role in my life and I wish to show Gods light and love to any child...
Maci can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"This was our first experience with a sitter who wasn’t family. But she quickly became apart of it for the kids. Our 3 year old loves playing and hanging out with her, and so do our older kids (10, 11 & 14). She’s fun, sweet, caring, and above all else responsible....
Care member
hello! I'm a mom of four just looking to help other moms out. I have four kids of my own (two are school aged) and currently work with kids ages 3 months to five years. I have 5 years volunteer experience as well as 4 years paid experience. I'm sleep safe trained and take a safety course every year. I'm comfortable with ages...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Miranda S.
Valley Center, KS
$12-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children. With 6 years of experience in babysitting, I have developed strong skills in child care, including preparing meals, organizing engaging activities, and ensuring safety at all times.
I am reliable, responsible, and have a genuine love for...
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Caitlyn H.
Valley Center, KS
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience babysitting my cousins and I have babysat for a family this past year. I am passionate about making sure your kids are safe, happy, and learning.
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Caroline! As the oldest of seven children, responsibility for children was a skill that I learned early on! I've had 8 years of paid child care experience with all ages and I love hanging out with kids. I encourage outside time but am not against screens.
Organization, patience and being able to multitask are...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Mariah S.
Valley Center, KS
$17-23/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 27-year-old female with 3 years of childcare experience. I have experience working with a variety of ages and needs. I also have a degree in Human Development and Family Science.
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have taken care of children ranging from all age groups and am comfortable with a variety of activities. I can cook, clean, and am able to help the children with any tasks at hand. I love allowing parents to have a date night away and...
Shauna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Samantha S.
Valley Center, KS
$13-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I have been babysitting for upwards of six years and love working with kids! I like to do outside activities or just any activities to keep kids engaged and entertained. I worked at an elementary school doing before and after school club for a year and have gained a lot of experience working with different types of kids,...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello my name is Daniel, I've always baby sat for my families children, aunts and uncles, etc. Im a very active person and great with children, love seeing kids grow up and be active and learn by the day. Looking for a partime baby sitter job while in school/summer to keep me busy. My school is aviation so I can move school...
Daniel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
I am 31 years old. I have taken care of kids ages newborn to 11 years old. I have experience with multiples and was a nanny for twins for 3. 5 years I am a mom to 2 little boys age 5 and 2 with a 3rd big coming in September. I have taken a child development class and learned first aid and CPR but most importantly, I love to just...
Autumn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Autumn is warm bubbly person that communicates well and maintains professionalism. She has experience with infant apnea monitors and has been trained in infant CPR."
Staci F.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Nancy and I have done child care since 1973 both in child care facilities and private homes.
In 1996, I opened my own childcare in my home and maintained this with 5 to 6 children until January 2011. Due to the economic conditions it was becoming difficult to maintain this level of children and I felt it was...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Shannon M.
Wichita, KS
$15-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Shannon. I am so excited to meet your family. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones. I have been working professionally as a nanny for a little over a year now. I've worked with many families for one time jobs and love doing that on top...
5.0
"Shannon is amazing! She is prompt, flexible, organized, and extremely thoughtful. Super patient with my kiddos - they absolutely love her!"
Care member
Courtney A.
Wichita, KS
< $10/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, I'm Courtney,
Starting at a young age, I was always the one taking on the responsibility of helping my friends and family with their babies and toddlers. I have always enjoyed doing fun activities with little ones focusing on their development, learning and discipline. Over the years I have been lucky enough to be entrusted...
5.0
"Courtney was our nanny for our 3 kids for 4 years. She watched my youngest from 6 months - 4 years old. She was always on time and helped around the house, she even took my older 2 kids to practice if needed. She was so patient and kind to all my kids. She would...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a nanny for 2+ years. Ages 1-12. I love kids and I like creating new friendships and being a leader. I have been a student teacher so I am great with tutoring. Studying Developmental Psychology. Big book nerd, I love animals, very outgoing and a hard worker. My assets I can bring to your family include: I am very...
Maddie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
5.0
"Maddie is really good with kids and dogs. She watched both our daughter and our dog. Our daughter had a lot of fun with her. She is kind, dependable, caring and responsible. She loves animals and really enjoys spending time with them. I would highly recommend her...
Brian S.
5.0
(22)
Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood
I have about 50 yrs of experience with kids from 1 month (twins) to teens. I was a church nursery director for 5 yrs. I'm CPR/1st Aid Cert. I have reliable transportation as well as character. I have a BS degree in Home Ec and an AA in Early Childcare. I have also taken & passed a Safe Gatherings course through the United...
Linda can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Linda is amazing with my son who is special needs. I highly recommend her. She is caring and extremely helpful. "
Care member
Allison D.
Wichita, KS
$16-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a 20-year-old student at Wichita State University working on my bachelor's degree in nursing and a minor is psychology. I have 1+ year experience as a certified nursing assistant and 8+ years experience as a babysitter and nanny! I come from a family of 5 and grew up in Kansas City! I can work with any age...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Allison watched our three kids when we were in town for a wedding. She did a great job and would book again!"
Kim M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for many years now. I have experience babysitting multiple children at once as well as overnight babysitting. I can also perform meal prep, feeding, changing, housekeeping duties, and laundry. I have 1 niece and 2 nephews who I love dearly! I would love to watch your kids!
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Sydney has been very reliable with her work. Always dependable and really does pace forward her care towards children."
Alex L.
I'd describe my personality as warm, gentle and loving .
I like working with kids because they are sweet and funny at times . They typically love life and enjoy doing fun activities . They love to learn new things .
I'm looking for a job that I look forward to going to . Also one that makes me feel good at the end of the day...
Hi there! My name is Kiara and I will babysit infants through middle school age children and will also care for any pets. I currently work as a high school French teacher but have been working with kids of all ages since I was a teenager - both as a babysitter and dance teacher.
I am caring and patient with kids and also...
Tailyn M.
Wichita, KS
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am an energetic, playful, and responsible caregiver. I have 8 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have cared for children with special needs and have also supervised children completing online coursework. I love taking kids to different activities, the park, or the swimming pool. I enjoy helping children...
Tailyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Valley Center, KS
Maci C.
5.0
This was our first experience with a sitter who wasn’t family. But she quickly became apart of it for the kids. Our 3 year old loves playing and hanging out with her, and so do our older kids (10, 11 & 14). She’s fun, sweet, caring, and above all else responsible. We have 3 kids at home with 1 who...
- Care member
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn is warm bubbly person that communicates well and maintains professionalism. She has experience with infant apnea monitors and has been trained in infant CPR.
- Staci F.
Shannon M.
5.0
Shannon is amazing! She is prompt, flexible, organized, and extremely thoughtful. Super patient with my kiddos - they absolutely love her!
- Care member
Courtney A.
5.0
Courtney was our nanny for our 3 kids for 4 years. She watched my youngest from 6 months - 4 years old. She was always on time and helped around the house, she even took my older 2 kids to practice if needed. She was so patient and kind to all my kids. She would take them to the zoo, museums and...
- Care member
Maddie G.
5.0
Maddie is really good with kids and dogs. She watched both our daughter and our dog. Our daughter had a lot of fun with her. She is kind, dependable, caring and responsible. She loves animals and really enjoys spending time with them. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing child care or a...
- Brian S.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Valley Center, KS:
How can I find a Valley Center babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Valley Center, 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 9 babysitters in Valley Center, 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 Valley Center, KS?
The average rate for Valley Center, KS babysitters on Care.com is $13.33 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Valley Center, KS?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Valley Center, KS through Care.com. As of 2024, 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.