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343 babysitters are listed in Kansas City, MO
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Kansas City, MO
4.7
(6)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
*****PLEASE BE ADVISED I AM ONLY WILLING TO ACCEPT JOBS I AM ABLE TO BRING MY CHILD WITH ME CURRENTLY****
I personally don't want to have someone watch my son while I go and watch other peoples children, THANK YOU for being understanding.
I have plenty experience with multiple kids at a time ranging from age 0-19, I am a...
Jazmine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"10/10 would recommend! When she arrived my daughter completely forgot about me and that's something to be said because I don't leave her often. Kept me updated throughout the evening. My daughter is asking when the next she gets a babysitter already!!"
Juniya B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an RN at KU medical center and I have 15 years of babysitting experience- newborn to age 13! I love playing games and playing make believe. Cooking and baking with kids is one of my specialties. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Carpooling. My schedule is different each week, but the days that I am off, I am...
Madeleine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madeline is awesome! She watched our 3 month old 5 days a week when I went back to work from maternity leave. She also watched my 4 year old, 2 year old and then 6 month old for weekend when we got away! She plays with the kids, helps clean the house, and is the...
Keri K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter and nanny. My experience includes working with only/single children, multiple children, a child with special needs (Autism) and pick-up/drop off. I have worked with all age groups (newborns, infants, toddlers, preteens, and teenagers). I am bilingual in Spanish and conversational French and love to...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Avery is a very bright and responsible caregiver. She has watched my kids on many occasions and my kids love her! She is bilingual and an excellent student. I highly recommend her services!"
Kristin K.
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: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
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
(9)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Alexis!
I have younger siblings and a family full of kids.
I have been babysitting for about 15 years.
I also have worked at a Montessori daycare in the infant room, toddler room and pre-K room.
I have been a personal assistant and travel nanny as well so I am used to helping out with extra duties (light...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alexis was great with my 3.5 year old and 9 month old! She was engaged and interactive with them, reading books and playing. Both kids happened to fight bedtime (at the exact same time!) but she handled it like a champ. Would definitely rehire. Even my cat loved...
Ellen M.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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,...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Zoë! A little bit about me:
- I have supervised/played with children Pre-K through 6th grade at a school and on the playground
- I have been a full-time summer nanny to two older children
- I have a self-run babysitting business that I first launched in 2013
- I have provided safe, fun, and stress-free childcare...
Zoë can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe is a bright and motivated young woman. She engages children at their level and is empathetic and loving. She is a great babysitter."
Stefanie R.
5.0
(3)
For over five years I have worked as a full and part time nanny while attending school. I graduated in December with my nursing degree and work PRN in Labor and Delivery. While I love my job, I am looking for more steady work and my real passion is kids! I am CPR certified for infants-adults, have very flexible hours, and I'm...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Audrey was seriously do amazing with my newborn daughter. She just helped out with getting things done around the house and made things easier! She is amazing with older kids as well as she helped them with all their daily school work and chores!"
Lily A.
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah is watching our two boys (8 and 11) every day after school. She is very dependable, including driving them to their multiple activities every week. My kids love her. I would recommend Hannah for any family."
Teresa R.
4.8
(23)
Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood
Part Time Caregiver (Babysit, Nanny) I graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in Biochemistry and Business. I am now a third year medical student at Kansas City University.
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
5.0
"My kids always have a hard time when we leave, but they only cried a short time before Kylie made them feel comfortable. They enjoyed their time with Kylie and we would hire her again."
Tiffany F.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate in psychology. I currently work as a behavioral technician at a clinic for kids with autism. I am looking for childcare jobs that I can take on weekends or for special occasions such as date nights! I have babysat and nannied for kids since middle school and in the summer I was a nanny for an amazing...
5.0
"My kids loved having Olivia babysit them! She was great and my 5 year old had so much fun with her."
Danielle R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Carmen. I am 27 and I am from Madrid, Spain. I moved with my family to Uptown New Orleans in 2014 where I studied visual arts at NOCCA until 2016. I moved to the wonderful Kansas City, MO in 2016 where I studied photography in the Kansas City Art Institute until graduation in 2020. During the fall of 2021 I did an art...
Carmen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Carmen is prompt, professional and very mature. Our daughter is crazy about her. Carmen is a gem."
Jonathan P.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 5 children with over 20 years of parenting experience. I was a live in nanny during my college days. I have a degree in Communications. Presently I play the role of a coach, a counselor, a teacher, chauffeur and nurse; all while providing breakfast, lunch and dinner! I enjoy being outdoors. My kids and I enjoy...
Maureen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maureen has been great for my daughter A. She's 15 months old and Maureen had helped her develop and been great at getting her to walk more and learn all sorts of things. She's developed so much in a few short months and Maureen was a big part of that. She worked...
Kelsey P.
Alexandra V.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working as a caregiver for the past three years, and I absolutely love it! My passion for working with children stems from my previous babysitting roles when I was a teenager, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting their lives. Supporting families and providing reliable childcare options is what drives me...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"10/10 Alexandra was caring and attentive! Would definitely recommend to anyone! We're lucky to have you care for our twins again! Thank you! "
Gabriela S.
Sarah T.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Nanny, Certified Teacher, Master's In Special Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
During undergraduate and graduate school, I nannied full time for 3 different families (2 with newborns) throughout at 5 year period. I've been an educator for 15 years, teaching every grade, PreK-12th. I have been CPR certified multiple times in the past and have completed student crisis intervention trainings 6 times. I have a...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 23-year-old Child Psychology student, and I have been babysitting since I was 13 but seriously since 17. I have babysat for family, neighbors, and other families on the care. com app so I have had time to really bond with children. I completed courses of Advanced child development which allowed me to teach preschoolers...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Isabel was wonderful with our son and very professional! would highly recommend! "
Care member
Kameron C.
Kansas City, MO
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kameron, I'm 22 years old, and I am currently attending UMKC as a theatre major. I am looking for a one-time/part-time pet sitting jobs and babysitting jobs. I have provided child care for all age ranges up to 12 and have 2 years experience with animal care.
Previously, I was a nanny to two kids, as well as...
5.0
"Kameron is amazing! Cannot recommend her enough for both child and pet care!"
Kristi G.
Shanice W.
Kansas City, MO
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
International Teacher With Several Years Of Experience
5.0
(4)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for stopping by my profile. I am a 32-year-old international teacher with several years of babysitting/child care experience. I have a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Special Education. I have experience with children from infants to teenagers. I have my own transportation and I...
Shanice can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shanice was simply the best. Our daughter absolutely adored her from the second she walked in the door and Shanice quickly and professionally absorbed all the facts I threw out at her about feeding, naps and everything else related to watching our toddler from day...
Janeane T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Brianna! I have been babysitting since I was around 13 years old. I have worked with special needs children, infants, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I love spending quality time, and having fun with children. I have years of great experience, and have taken babysitting classes. I am willing to watch many kids at one...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Bri has worked for us for the past 2 years! We absolutely love her! My kids adore her and love spending time with her. They all have so much fun together. She is great with implementing our house rules and the kids respect her and listen to her, sometimes even...
Sara H.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Kansas City, MO
Jazmine N.
5.0
10/10 would recommend! When she arrived my daughter completely forgot about me and that's something to be said because I don't leave her often. Kept me updated throughout the evening. My daughter is asking when the next she gets a babysitter already!!
- Juniya B.
Madeleine G.
5.0
Maddie is great with our 9 month old! We are so happy to know she's in great hands while we're gone. We would highly recommend her!
- Katelin S.
Avery T.
5.0
Being in a new state with no family you find it hard to trust a stranger with your kids. Avery was on time, attentive, and amazing with your boys. My one-year-old has separation anxiety and she navigated that issue easily. She also dealt with my 3 year old having a tantrum! She's very patient,...
- Alexis D.
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
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis has a way with children! Even our shy little one warmed up to her right away, and we always knew he was safe with her. We would hire her again for sure.
- Megan B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Kansas City, MO:
How can I find a Kansas City babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Kansas City, 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 343 babysitters in Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City, MO?
The average rate for Kansas City, MO babysitters on Care.com is $17.36 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 Kansas City, MO?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Kansas City, 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.
Ratings for Kansas City, MO babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Babysitters in Kansas City, MO are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 187 reviews of the 343 listed babysitters.