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60 babysitters are listed in Westlake, OH
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Westlake, OH
Elisabeth S.
Westlake, OH
$19-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Elisabeth and I have been in the Education field for 3 years. I graduated from Niagara University with a degree in elementary and special education and I am halfway done with my masters in Literacy at Buffalo State University. I recently got married and moved to Ohio! I have taught Pre-k, 2nd grade, and have...
Elisabeth can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
I have extensive work in working with kids with special needs. I am patient and kind. I am very reliable and I am good with pets as well.
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
3.7
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Britny. I work as a teacher in both the math and gifted department . I have been working with children for over 15 years. I have served as a nanny, tutor, babysitter, and worked at several daycares. I have worked closely with all ages from newborn -high school aged students . I am available babysitting/tutoring in...
Britny can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She seems amazing I would love to have Britny to work with my children"
Laquetta C.
Natalie Q.
Cleveland, OH
$10-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Natalie, and I will be receiving my bachelor's degree in speech and hearing science from The Ohio State University in May. I will be attending graduate school for speech-language pathology this fall. At OSU, I am a part of the Honors program and participate in research regarding early childhood literacy.
I am...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our son had a great time with Natalie and has been asking when she can come over again!"
Scott U.
Leah R.
Berea, OH
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love being a sitter & truly find it a rewarding experience to have such an impact in a child's life & to become part of the family!
I have experience with total care of infants, toddlers, pre school and school aged children. I enjoy taking children to the park/playing outside, doing activities and crafts, and...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leah cared for our 2 toddlers for the summer. She was awesome! Always communicative, dependable and played with the kids all day long. We loved having Leah here!"
Ellen O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alexis and I have experience working at a pre school in South Florida. I have a degree in health sciences. I can help with light housekeeping, crafts, as well as any studying/homework. I have a reliable form of transportation.
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alexis is literally EVERYTHING I could ask for. She's prompt, respectful, firm, dependable,and very kind. My children absolutely adore her. My 10 month old didn't fuss or resist Alexis. It was an instant connection. Alexis went above and beyond for me and my...
Brittany M.
5.0
(1)
I started working with kids when I was 16 as a Sunday school teacher and after church childcare worker. I also worked all through college taking care of infants and toddlers in the small college town I lived in. Most recently I've worked as a teaching artist all over Cleveland.
In my spare time, I like to compose music, paint,...
5.0
"I don’t usually use babysitters but my husband and I needed some time away from the kids for a date night and Chimamaka was really helpful. I have a 6 and 10 year and she was great with them. Came back home and the kids were already asleep but the next day, they...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings! Allow me to introduce myself. I am Elizabeth, a full time literacy coach with a masters in education. I have been teaching for 15 years and love working with children. I have been in childcare for 20 years as a nanny, tutor, babysitter, and respite care provider. Recently, I've desired to eliminate my debt from grad...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Elizabeth is a sweet and caring person. She's very reliable and clearly wants to do the very best job caring for the children she babysits, that she possibly can. She is also happy and willing to run errands and do meal prep. She's great! "
Morgan W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
*** I do NOT use the booking feature so please message me directly. thanks!***** Hi my name is Cortney and I'm a 45-year-old professional looking to nanny/babysit in the evenings and planned day shift as my days off are flexible. I am a former full time nanny and former full time substitute teacher for all grades, a position...
Cortney can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cortney is awesome!!! Cortney watched our 4 year old son for a little over a week, full time. Not only is Cortney punctual, dependable and conscientious, but she's also a ton of fun! She kept our little guy entertained with all sorts of activities, she was up for...
Rachel M.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I'm a single mother and raised three grown sons. I work full time at a private K-8 school in Bath as an Exec. Assist. to the Head of School. I am CPR and First Aid certified through the school and can provide copies of the certificates. I would love to be able to babysit for a wonderful family who wants an occasional date night...
Chrystal can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chrystal has been a lifesaver for us over the past year. We felt 100% ease with her and after the first time her babysitting, our older child was hooked! It was a perfect experience. Our kids love her so do we. Chrystal played with them and gave them 100% of her...
Anna Z.
Melissa O.
Cleveland, OH
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an experienced caregiver of 7 years. I enjoy finding new things to do and going fun places. Currently, I am working full time nights as a nurse on a high risk OB unit. I am CPR and first aid certified. I look forward to speaking with you and meeting your beautiful family!
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa is friendly, outgoing, responsible and most of all dependable. She knows what she has to do, I don't have to explain things twice. She keeps me posted and even goes the extra mile: movie night! She has been very flexible with my schedule and my girls like...
Mayra P.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been providing child care for over 20 years now, and I have always loved working with kids. I have experience with children, ages from infant up to 13 years old. I am very responsible and dependable. I am a caring, compassionate, and loving person and believe in safety first. I enjoy doing different activities with kids,...
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Julie is reliable and responsible and was great with my two young children. She watched the kids for long hours and never missed a beat. Gave me and my husband peace of mind while we were at work."
Leah T.
Jessica T.
North Olmsted, OH
$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica and I work at Cleveland Clinic Pediatric inpatient hospital as a full time Music Therapist. I have watched over 12 families when living Winchester VA, which consisted of staying overnight, going on family vacations, taking the kids to and from school, managing the pets, going to practices, and more. The...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I have known Jessica for almost 2 years. She has been a babysitter for my two boys, ages 7 and 9.
Ever since we first met, Jessica's incredible ability to relate to the children and enjoy her time with them has always impressed me. She constantly interacts with...
Rachel H.
Sarah B.
Cleveland, OH
$14-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sarah. I'm 29 yrs old and I absolutely love kiddos! I have worked for a semester at the preschool that was on my high school campus (3 & 4-year-olds) and I also worked in the daycare at my church for a year (with kids ages 1-8 yrs.) I have also nannied for my own cousins so I have experience caring for a 5-month-old baby...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"Sarah babysat my toddler son for a couple months before she started school and was one of the most punctual, dependable caregivers we've had. She still helps us out on days that she is available months later. She enjoys taking care of my son and he loves to see...
Jelena S.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Kera and I am looking forward to meeting your family! I am a mom of two adult children with years of experience caring for children of all ages. I am fun-loving, patient, caring, and reliable. I enjoy being outdoors, hiking, doing yoga, reading, music, cooking and learning new things. I love animals and would...
Kera can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kera has been working with our family for 2 years now caring for our daughters ages 2 and 5 and helping out with cleaning and household chores. She is a kind hearted and loving caregiver who has become a part of our family. She makes an effort to help us out with...
Katy L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am Katarina. My background includes working as an infant and toddler daycare teacher for two years. I was also a nursing assistant at Cleveland Clinic for 5 years. I have 2 nieces and 3 nephews who I adore and take care of frequently. I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have taken care of kids that were as young as 6...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"I was Katarina's Patient Care Technician instructor at Auburn Career Center. Katarina carries herself with the utmost professionalism. She was at the top of her class, and always willing to assist others with their studies and patient skills. She was selected as...
Christine T.
Deidre C.
Lakewood, OH
$23-28/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a graduate student and Mama of two! Aside from having my own babes I have 7 years experience working with children , I specialize with infants, I am CPR certified and I have background education in early childhood education I also implement a Montessori method of education and have a gentle parenting style approach....
Deidre can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Deidre is an incredible young lady. She is polite, cheerful, caring, mature, knowledgeable, experienced, motivated and an absolute delight to speak to. She is attending college to become a Pediatric nurse. Her schedule and our needs were a perfect match. At the...
Sanja N.
Sandra C.
Cleveland, OH
$17/hr • 3 yrs exp
An Enthusiastic, Nurturing, Passionate Women With High Work Ethic And Promising Skills/abilities.
5.0
(3)
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, caring, supportive. I enjoy working with kids because they are unique, loving, and awesome little people. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and understanding of my own family. One that provides supportive services alongside my skills. One that appreciates my time and abilities. I...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sandra was patient and caring with my baby. She did more than what we asked at no extra charge and we are so grateful for that. She is a wonderful spirit, we would rehire her again if needed. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been teaching middle school for 14 years now. Over the last few summers, I was a summer nanny for 2 different families (See reviews). For 3 years before that, I have worked for Brownstone days school's summer camp in Lakewood. I received my masters in special education. I have been babysitting since I was 11-12 years old....
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"Michelle was a a wonderful caregiver to our 2 year old. She was amazing, providing the perfect combination of nurturing fun and structure for our daughter. Michelle was very flexible with our schedule and was a warm presence in our home. We could not have asked for...
Alex S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a teacher for 16 years, mainly at the middle school level. This position has allowed me to stretch minds while ensuring these young men and women know they are cared for each day. I have enjoyed being around little ones my entire life. I am blessed to have two children of my own now. Coaching my sons in several...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
5.0
"She was on time, followed everything on my child's routine list and ever more, and very responsive! Highly recommend sue!"
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Westlake, OH
Britny S.
5.0
Britny is communicative, energetic and a delight to have around. The first time she came over, Britny had a calm yet confident presence and took immediate charge! She could tell I was stressed in the moment and reassured me she had it under control. Britny is mature, responsible and the kids enjoyed...
- Jenna E.
Natalie Q.
5.0
Our son had a great time with Natalie and has been asking when she can come over again!
- Scott U.
Leah R.
5.0
Leah cared for our 2 toddlers for the summer. She was awesome! Always communicative, dependable and played with the kids all day long. We loved having Leah here!
- Ellen O.
Alexis P.
5.0
Alexis is literally EVERYTHING I could ask for. She's prompt, respectful, firm, dependable,and very kind. My children absolutely adore her. My 10 month old didn't fuss or resist Alexis. It was an instant connection. Alexis went above and beyond for me and my family. I will definitely hire her...
- Brittany M.
Chimamaka P.
5.0
Chimi was a delight! She responded to my sitter request right away and was available to have a quick chat. The kids loved her and we’ll for sure ask Chimi to come sit for us again.
- Sara L.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Westlake, OH:
How can I find a Westlake babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Westlake, OH 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 22 babysitters in Westlake, OH 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 Westlake, OH?
The average rate for Westlake, OH babysitters on Care.com is $15.77 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 Westlake, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Westlake, OH 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.