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77 child care providers are listed in Columbus, IN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Columbus, IN

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Elaine S.


Columbus, IN

$10-17/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter!

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

Ryanne S.

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Taylor S.


Columbus, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My name is Taylor, and I am looking for evening/weekend babysitting/nanny positions. I am a licensed speech-language pathologist (master's degree) and have been working in the public school setting with children age preschool-8th grade for the past five years. I love working with kids and helping them learn and...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor is fantastic. Excellent communication and follow up! The kids felt very comfortable with her and had a fun time!"

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Brooke B.


Columbus, IN

$12-50/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, A High School Student Trying To Save Up Money For College!

4.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She's extremely good with children, she communicated very well about her schedule and her schooling! It was nice to have some so adaptable to change in schedules. Would definitely recommend"

Mike P.

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Olivia R.


Columbus, IN

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Dance Party Enthusiast And Nap Time Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Olivia :) I have 3+ years experience working in a daycare setting and 1+ years experience working as a nanny. I am very laid back and easy going but also am able to integrate boundaries and structure. I believe play based learning is the best method for littles! I have reliable transportation and I am comfortable...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Olivia to care for my son when I went back to work. She cared for him from 3 months to 18 months and was absolutely wonderful. I trusted her to take him out on activities and even watch him overnight. She is patient, nurturing and so loving. My son loved...

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Destiny B.


Columbus, IN

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Creative Fun Sitter With Positive Attitude

Hey there! I am a full time online student at studying Psychology. I have professional experience caring for children for 7+ years, I have multiple references of happy mothers & fathers with happy kids! :) I am very flexible and understanding of your time. You and your child's comfort and safety is my #1 priority. I understand...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"If you have any concerns she makes sure to make everyone feel comfortable, and if you want kids to be active she's the person to hire."

Morgan B.

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Pamela H.


Columbus, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

College Educated, Highly Experienced Child Care Available!

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Rachel B.


Columbus, IN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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!...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling
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Kirsten S.


Columbus, IN

$10-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Child Care/ Errand Runner

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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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Erricka R.


Columbus, IN

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Excited And Caring Sitter

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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Jaylene R.


Columbus, IN

$12-15/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

substitute teacher, daycare worker, full time momma, CPR certified.
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Stephanie W.


Columbus, IN

$16/hr15 yrs exp

Former Teacher And Empty Nester Looking To Help Out My Community.

Hello, I'm Stephanie. I am an empty nester and former teacher. I have lengthy experience working with children and now work a corporate job and miss the fun children bring. I'd like to help out my community by offering my services. I started working with kids when I was a teen started babysitting during the summer. Then I was...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I'd describe my personality as committed, considerate, and conscientious. I like working with kids because I think they are so fun to work with, and I love getting to provide a positive impact on their lives as they grow and experience the world. I have a nephew that I have adored watching learn and grow over the last few...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Daniela T.


Columbus, IN

$13-35/hr2 yrs exp

BABYSITTING If you have a schedule for me to follow feel free to send it! If not I can make one! I have been babysitting for 7+ years 2 of those years I worked in a daycare setting. I have my drivers license and am also CPR certified. I am okay with babysitting in your home or my home. I love animals I myself have 2 dogs and 2...
Daniela can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

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...

Child care centers in Columbus, IN

Ark Of Angels

Ark Of Angels

2730 Farmstead Drive, Columbus, IN

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:...

3.0

(2)

Kidz First offers a Christian based child care service with a strong foundation of early childhood learning experiences in a nurturing environment.
5.0
"I have two children that go to Kidz First and they're absolutely AMAZING! I never have to worry about whether or not they're being taken care of, I know they're learning and having fun and the communication is excellent. I highly recommend Kidz First!"

Jamie S.


Wee Little People

4010 River Rd, Columbus, IN

5.0

(1)

Wee Little People provides children (birth to school age) and their families with a safe, nurturing environment to allow them to meet their full potential. Children will learn through play based, meaningful experiences based on individual development in a consistent continuum across the ages.

Fairlawn Preschool

2611 Fairlawn Dr, Columbus, IN

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

1751 27th St, Columbus, IN

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...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Columbus, IN

Elaine S.

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 during the day, and recently in the...

- Ryanne S.

Taylor S.

5.0

Taylor was great! She arrived on time and did everything our one yr old needed. I'd use her again in a minute.

- Care member

Brooke B.

5.0

She's extremely good with children, she communicated very well about her schedule and her schooling! It was nice to have some so adaptable to change in schedules. Would definitely recommend

- Mike P.

Olivia R.

5.0

I hired Olivia to care for my son when I went back to work. She cared for him from 3 months to 18 months and was absolutely wonderful. I trusted her to take him out on activities and even watch him overnight. She is patient, nurturing and so loving. My son loved his time with her.

- Care member

Destiny B.

5.0

We love Destiny!!! She is dependable and caring and is very flexible to adjust to constantly changing schedules like ours is! She was incredibly patient and firm but gentle with our son who is very high energy and can be a handful. We highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of dependable,...

- Care member

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Ratings for Columbus, IN child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Child Care Providers in Columbus, IN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 77 listed child care providers.