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420 child care providers are listed in Columbia, MO

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 4 years

Child care providers in Columbia, MO

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Lisa E.


Columbia, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Nanny: Your Child's Trusted Companion

5.0

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Hi there! I'm originally from Texas, where I nannied for an amazing family for 3 years. They ended up moving to Missouri and I followed behind them! They ended up moving back to TX a few months later but by then I had met my husband and fallen in love with Missouri. After they left, I taught Pre-K for 3 years at a childcare...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa was such a blessing to my kiddos!! My husband and I had conflicting work schedules, making it harder to take the kids to their after school activities, and Lisa was just what we needed! Other mommas know having 2 boys can be a lot to handle but I never had to...

Ella F.

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Maile B.


Columbia, MO

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Maile, I've been a nanny since 2020 and in childcare since 2017. I have experience caring for children of every age group, in a wide variety of settings. I love getting kids involved in music, literacy, and especially the outdoors! As a disabled person on the spectrum, I prioritize each child's individual and unique...
Maile can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"Maile babysat for me and was wonderful! She arrive on time and was very responsive to messages. She did a great job with my 3 month old daughter. I would definitely hire her again."

Travis P.

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Jada W.


Columbia, MO

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jada, and I am excited for the opportunity to work with you. A little bit about me: I have 4 years of experience working as a nanny/babysitter. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am comfortable with pets and caring for children. I have previous experience working with infants and...
Jada can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"First time we went out on a limb and had childcare for our child, Jada did NOT disappoint. Saint Jada as she will be referred to, was patient with him to the point where he would run to her to avoid bed time. She's incredible."

Charbel B.

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Melissa F.


Columbia, MO

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Melissa

Hello! My name is Melissa! I love children, and I am the proud Aunt of 24 nieces and nephews. :) I have both cared for them from newborn to teenage, as well as many other children. I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Swimming Supervision and transportation. Open to one time sitting or weekly....
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She helped me raise my two girls!!!! We love her so much. Melissa is a person who shows up on time, even if it’s really really really early in the morning. She always played with my kiddos and engaged with them. I can not say enough nice wonderful things about...

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Addie M.


Columbia, MO

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently an Education major at Stephens College. I have about 5+ years combined experience caring for and teaching kids. I am comfortable watching multiple children and providing transportation. I am First Aid/CPR certified. Feel free to ask for more information!
Addie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Addie watched our 4 month old daughter for two months and was such a great nanny. She was caring, and attentive with her, and stuck to the routine we asked her too. Addie was professional and able to handle caring for our daughter when she was playful and when she...

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Ember Y.


Columbia, MO

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

I'm Available All Times Over The Summer, Whenever Needed

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Currently NOT Available! May 25th, 2016 I worked with three kids at the ages 3, 6 and 7 for two years until they all went to school full time. August 22nd, 2018 I started working with two boys ages 3 and 5 for two years until they started school full time. October 2nd, 2020 I started working with a family of 4 girls that turned...
Ember can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ember was a pleasure to work with! She was always reliably prompt, excellent with our little boys, and never left us without a nanny. She was responsible and an absolute joy to have. Unfortunately, we are moving so we can no longer use her services but I would...

Stephanie L.

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Maya F.


Columbia, MO

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a social work graduate student looking for a summer nanny position. I currently work in schools providing individual mental health services to elementary-aged children. I have 4 years of childcare experience with children ranging from 2 months to 7 years old. However, I have worked with children and families for over 7 years...
Maya can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I supervised Maya during her AmeriCorps service term working in an early literacy program. Maya has a great understanding of child development and knows not only what activities children will enjoy doing, but the "why" behind them and what they learn during the...

Debra A.

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Catherine H.


Columbia, MO

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced College Student Looking To Help Out A Sweet Family This Summer!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a current college senior who has lived in the NOVA area for the last few years and has had extensive childcare experience. I first started watching children in high school through my church nursery and for family friends and then have continued childcare into my time here in VA. I've worked with infants all the way up...
Catherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Catherine is a caregiver superstar! She immediately engaged with our energetic toddler and we appreciated Catherine's warmth, attentiveness and professionalism. We are lucky to have her time and will absolutely have her back! "

Evan S.

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Kaitlin K.


Columbia, MO

$12-16/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting regularly for five years. I have taken care of children ages 0-11. I have experience caring for multiple children at once. I am passionate about keeping children safe, while also making sure they have fun. I am a college student and looking for a job that fits around my schedule. I will be here when...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia D.


Columbia, MO

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

All Around Caregiver

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am an all around caregiver. I not only happily watch and care for children but pets and the elderly. I have extensive experience in housekeeping, (Six years experience) and have a variety of experience with child and petcare. I grew up helping with younger siblings and homeschooling them and also...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"She is very good with children and has a lot of patience. I never worried about her watching my kids, since she never let them out of her sight. Very good babysitter."

Emily W.

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Barbara A.


Columbia, MO

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years experience as a paraprofessional with 6 - 7-year-old children. I worked with special needs children alongside the rest of their class of first graders. I also worked at a daycare with 2-year-olds for several years. I love children and enjoy watching them learn and grow. I have multiple years of child care...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0
"I used Barbara to watch my daughter for just a few hours while my husband and I attended interviews. She made us and our daughter very comfortable immediately. Our daughter had no issues being left with Barbara, a complete stranger, which can attest to her easy...

Stephanie L.

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Emma B.


Columbia, MO

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For Part-Time Job

Hi there! I am a freshman at Mizzou studying elementary education! In my free time, I love to play soccer, volleyball, go shopping, hang out with friends, be outdoors, and go boating at. This summer I will be getting my residency so I am looking for a family to help out with a couple of days a week. This could range from running...
5.0
"My name is Sarah and I hired Emma as my daughters virtual teacher and sitter when Covid hit. Emma knocked it out of the park! My girls absolutely love school but they didn't want to return because they loved Emma even more. She was attentive, helpful, kind, fun,...

Sarah G.

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Makenzie C.


Columbia, MO

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Patient With Children And Loves Dogs!

I am an 18-year-old, freshman in college. I study online and plan to major in child development. I have worked with children for four years, spending two of those years at a nursery. Most recently, I worked at a popular daycare in Columbia, Missouri, where I worked mostly with children ages 6 weeks-3 years old. I am CPR...
Makenzie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Makenzie has babysat my daughter many times in the past. She is great with children, and my daughter loves her! I will continue having Makenzie babysit my children whenever she is available!"

Rebecca F.

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Ariah S.


Columbia, MO

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Loving Sitter

I have 5 years of experience of babysitting other children but around 7 of my own siblings. I am a current online college student who is also a full time preschool teacher in hopes of becoming an elementary school teacher! I love kids and pets!! I am CPR certified as well as having SIDS training! I am available any day of the...
Ariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Ariah is sweet, caring, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I highly recommend her!"

Sharon H.

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Jillian L.


Columbia, MO

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

Hello! My name is Jillian (or Jill). I'm currently a Senior at MIXZOU. I have multiple years of nannying experience along with experience working at a preschool/ teaching and afterschool care. I love watching kids of any age We can always find something fun to do! My hours are pretty flexible as long as they don't clash with...
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Jillian served as our daughter's nanny for the summer. She was extremely reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond to ensure our daughter had a fun and safe experience. We would definitely hire her again!"

Mitch H.

Child care centers in Columbia, MO

SUNSHINE EARLY CARE & EDUCATION CENTER

SUNSHINE EARLY CARE & EDUCATION CENTER

2207 HOLLY AVE, COLUMBIA, MO

Starting at $920/mo

Our Philosophy We believe that children need a reliable and good quality child care in order to thrive and grow. This is important in the early stages of a child’s life. This time is when children grow and develop at fast rates. Children require consistency of care and nurturing in order to feel...

A Good Start Inc in Columbia, MO develops the whole child through creative play, social skills enhancement, daily Christian devotions, and academic learning. They teach phonics while preparing the children develop into confident individuals. This child care organization offers an environment of...

O2B Kids East Columbia

O2B Kids East Columbia

3250 Bearfield Rd, COLUMBIA, MO

Welcome to O2B Kids East Columbia (Formerly Bright Start Columbia East), in Boone County, Missouri, serving Infants, Toddlers and PreK children! O2B Kids East Columbia is conveniently located at the intersection of Old 63 South, South Bearfield Road and Grindstone Parkway, near I-63. Children...

O2B Kids West Columbia

O2B Kids West Columbia

4300 Rainbow Trout Dr., COLUMBIA, MO

Welcome to O2B Kids West Columbia (Formerly Bright Start Columbia West), in Boone County, Missouri, serving Infants, Toddlers and PreK children! O2B Kids West Columbia is conveniently located off of Rainbow Trout Drive, near Scott Boulevard. The first five years are most important five years in...

Bright Start Academy

Bright Start Academy

3250 S. Bearfield Road, Columbia, MO

Since 1996, Bright Start Academy has provided quality and affordable preschool and childcare services to children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. Our six schools have prepared thousands of children for lifelong success, while winning numerous awards and accreditations. It is our goal to ensure your...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Columbia, MO

Lisa E.

5.0

Lisa was such a blessing to my kiddos!! My husband and I had conflicting work schedules, making it harder to take the kids to their after school activities, and Lisa was just what we needed! Other mommas know having 2 boys can be a lot to handle but I never had to worry when I left them in Lisa’s...

- Ella F.

Maile B.

5.0

Maile babysat for me and was wonderful! She arrive on time and was very responsive to messages. She did a great job with my 3 month old daughter. I would definitely hire her again.

- Travis P.

Jada W.

5.0

First time we went out on a limb and had childcare for our child, Jada did NOT disappoint. Saint Jada as she will be referred to, was patient with him to the point where he would run to her to avoid bed time. She's incredible.

- Charbel B.

Melissa F.

5.0

Melissa cared for my 1 year old during the newborn phase of my 2nd child. She was a loving caretaker that will also upheld my expectations. Melissa has been around young children throughout her life. Caring for them seems like it's just second nature for her. She doesn't get flustered easily with...

- Care member

Addie M.

5.0

Addie watched our 4 month old daughter for two months and was such a great nanny. She was caring, and attentive with her, and stuck to the routine we asked her too. Addie was professional and able to handle caring for our daughter when she was playful and when she became fussy. Great experience...

- Care member

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Ratings for Columbia, MO child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Child Care Providers in Columbia, MO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews of the 420 listed child care providers.