Hi, my name is Elaine! I have five years of experience working in preschools, babysitting, and pet sitting. I love working with kids and I am also available to help with running errands or home care! I have my license and a car, am fully vaccinated, am CPR and First Aid Training certified, and I do not smoke. I'm currently a...
Elaine can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I almost don't want to leave a review because I don't want to share her! :) We were reluctant to hire someone so young, but now we wish we would've found her sooner! Elaine has been wonderful with my 11 month old daughter. She has watched our daughter in our home...
Hello! My name's Brooke, and I am a college student. I'm studying to become a Physician's Assistant. I'm a licensed Nursing Assistant and am CPR certified! Feel free to email or call me with any questions regarding my schedule!
Brooke can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Always on time, never missed a scheduled day. The thing I liked the most was probably the communication we had. If there was ever any problem, she would immediately text me and ask for advice, and even if there wasn't she would send pics of the kiddos. Loved having...
Hello! My name is Pamela. I have worked with young children my whole life. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and I have many years of childcare experience, which includes 8 years as a head infant/toddler teacher at a local daycare, 3 years of running my own home daycare, and 2. 5 years as a nanny. I also have CPR and...
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hello, I am a mother of three beautiful children ages 19, 18 and 12. I was a stay at home mom for many years. In the past few years I have been working outside the home as a HHA but I absolutely love babies!! I would love to watch your little one and I assure you I'll love them like my own!! Please reach out with any questions!...
Hi! My name is Kirsten. I recently graduated with my MA degree and am looking for part time work for this summer. I am currently in classes for nursing. I have roughly 9 years in childcare experience. If you are interested please message me.
Kirsten can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I've worked in a daycare for about 6 months with children age 2-4 and I have been a nanny to a 10-month-old baby. I currently work for an after school program and I have been with them for 2 years. I work with children age 5-11 . I am CPR certified and I...
Jaylene can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
I have 5 years of experience babysitting for friends and family. I can help with traveling, carpooling, errands, cooking, cleaning, crafts, activities, and anything else that's needed! I am CPR certified and have taken nursing and child development classes in school. I'm willing to work with parents schedules if needed. I really...
Erricka can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
I've been caring for children for 5 years because I love helping them grow and learn. I'm a patient, creative, and friendly person who is comfortable enforcing household rules. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates about their child's day.
I love playing educational games, doing hands-on...
Kourtney can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Hello, my name is Erris! As a passionate and experienced childcare provider with two years of experience, I find great joy in nurturing children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my love for children and the special connection I have with them. With my patient and calm demeanor, I provide a...
Erris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
I am a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing and educating children. I believe in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. I have a patient and calm demeanor, and I am always looking for creative and imaginative ways to engage children. I am also very...
As a creative and friendly caregiver, I'm passionate about supporting families by providing dependable child care. With four years of experience, I'm comfortable caring for one child at a time. My college degree and CPR training contribute to my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment.
I believe in open and...
Tatum can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hi! My name is Haley, and I'm an experienced educator with a passion for working with children of all ages. With over six years of teaching experience in middle and high school English, as well as hands-on roles as a camp counselor and youth program coordinator, I am skilled in creating engaging, structured, and nurturing...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Hi my name is Anna and I am currently a third-grade teacher in Chicago! I have been working with students and kids since I was a preteen and have worked with a variety of ages from 8 months old to middle school years. I have experience in classrooms as well as basic house care and nannying! I love working with kids and making a...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
I am a very caring and compassionate person. I have worked mostly with babies, children, and also seniors and I must confess, I find it very rewarding. I always do my best whenever I'm taking care of anyone to make sure they are happy, needs are met and are comfortable too.
I am also a certified nursing assistant and a current...
Godsfavour can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
We provide developmentally appropriate activites for ages 6 weeks-12 years. We believe in hands-on learning through real life experiences. Your child will be encouraged to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually at their own level. Your child will learn life skills such as:...
Helping the families in meeting the children's cognitive, intellectual, emotional, and social needs, Fairlawn Preschool in Columbus, IN assists in laying a foundation for the student's development. They offer an atmosphere that is fun, child-centered, creative, loving, and application-oriented. The...
Child Morning Out in Columbus, Indiana, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children of all ages that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to develop the whole...
Amanda's Day Care in Columbus, Indiana is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 16 children from infants to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall growth and...
Brian & Dana Thompson promotes values, love, and respect while nurturing the students with the necessary skills and education. This child care in Columbus, IN provides the children with enrichment learning programs and age-appropriate curriculum while having fun. They feature a stimulating, safe,...
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February 20th, 2019 I remember clearly the first time I dropped off my first child at daycare. I was so scared to leave him and worried he wouldn’t get the TLC he got at h... Read more
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Columbus, IN
How much is child care near me in Columbus, IN?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $16.36 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Columbus, IN?
Care.com currently has 69 child care providers near you in Columbus, IN. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Columbus, IN and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Columbus, IN that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Columbus, IN child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Columbus, IN, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Columbus, IN and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Columbus, IN in April, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.