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94 child care providers are listed in Topeka, KS

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby child care providers is 5 years

Child care providers in Topeka, KS

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Julie C.


Topeka, KS

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver-Babysitting

4.3

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mommy of 3 special needs babies. I have been a proud mommy for 10 years. I have a lot of experiences with children with medical problems as well as kids who are perfectly healthy. In 2010, I had to have a hysterectomy at the age of 28 years old, so for me to be able to work with babies and children of all ages would be...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Very dependable & respectful. The kids adore her"

Lisa P.

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Rachel F.


Topeka, KS

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rachel! I am a third year Kindergarten teacher. I am looking for a summer nannying position. I have a daughter who was born in November of 2024 and would love to be able to nanny and watch her. If you have a child that is the same age or older that you think would make us a good fit, reach out! In the last...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel was amazing with my son! She took such great care of him. She made him dinner, gave him a bath, and put him to bed with no issues! I would highly recommend hiring her."

Lauren P.

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Megan J.


Topeka, KS

$12-15/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am from Des Moines, IA but moved to Topeka for law school. I am currently looking for a summer time nanny position or other little gigs outside of my class schedule!
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Our boys really enjoyed their summer with Megan. She was very good about taking them to do different activities each day!"

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Tiana M.


Topeka, KS

$12-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi there!! I'm Tiana I have 7+ years of childcare from all ages! From family members children, or babysitting jobs around my area! I have always loved kids, and have know I wanted to do something with pediatrics. So I took a route and I'm currently training to be a doula! So on top of childcare I will be trained in lactation,...
Tiana can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tiana was always flexible to my odd schedule and understanding if our time was ever changed or delayed. Our daughter Loved her and you could tell they always had a good time together. I never had any concerns over the safety of my daughter. Super great gal and we...

Amber B.

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Shayla B.


Topeka, KS

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Outgoing Friendly Babysitter

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. I worked for a nannying company in Tulsa, OK for a little over half a year. I want to become a schoolteacher! I love kids and have a lot of experience with them. I have two younger siblings and helped my mother run a daycare. I have experience doing overnight...
Shayla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Shayla has watched out 3 children (ages 10, 4 and 3) many times, and our kids love her! She is patient and kind to them, reliable, and always shows up on time. She has even babysat overnight a couple of times for us She also has volunteered at our church...

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Lakayla W.


Topeka, KS

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a freshman in college at LCC. I love working with kids and I have plenty of experience. I used to work for the boys and girls club so I know how to care for and keep a kid entertained. I also have 9 siblings so I'm good at coming up with fun things to do.
Lakayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She will respond timely to inquires."

Jonathan G.

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Delaney R.


Topeka, KS

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible Babysitter Or Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm an experienced babysitter who has taken care of many different age groups! I have experience with kids ages 3 months to 12 years old. I am comfortable with pets, watching multiple kids at a time, and taking kids to and from any necessary activities.
Delaney can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"My 2 kids are always thrilled when Delaney babysits. She takes great care to keep them entertained. I can be away knowing that my kids are in good hands!"

Christie A.

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Grace H.


Topeka, KS

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I turned 14. I have worked with children from newborn up to 12 years of age. I am great with all ages of children. I love working with children and currently teach 2-year-olds at a Child Care here in Topeka! I feel a baby sitter is just as important as a parent because they take care of the...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Grace was an exceptional sitter to our child and took great care of our pets. She exceeded our expectations, and our kids had a great time in her care. Would definitely hire again."

Leilani G.

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Sharon K.


Topeka, KS

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare, Caregiver, Gardener, Music/Art Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a mother of four grown children (my youngest is 24) and an empty nester; have 29 years of stay-at-home-mom/homemaker experience and have been helping families with child care since January 2015; enjoy children; have safe and dependable transportation (2006 Volvo station wagon); and have some first aid/CPR training....
Sharon can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sharon worked with us for the past 13 months and we are so sad to see her go! (She is moving to be with family) Both of my daughters (ages 2 and 8) love Sharon and are always excited when they see her car pull up the driveway. She is warm, thoughtful,...

Peri D.

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Natalie F.


Topeka, KS

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Natalie I been in the childcare field for about 14 years now with experiences in home, school and daycare settings. I currently work for Auburn-Washburn Parent's as Teachers program and have a pretty flexible schedule. In my free time I enjoy baking, reading, hiking and anything sports related. If you have any...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Natalie has been wonderful, she began babysitting when our daughter was 3 months old and she is now 8 months. Natalie is our life saver. She is timely, plays with the baby and even sends of pictures of our daughter when she does something funny. Highly recommend...

Jenna B.

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Destiny W.


Topeka, KS

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my names Destiny. I have 2 years of experience working at a license daycare. I've always loved kids and taking care of them. I love the outdoors. I love to fish and every year I go deer hunting with my dad. During the summer and spring I enjoy going to the zoo and finding activities to do outside. I'm currently looking for a...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"As a first-time parent I was initially nervous about hiring care for my 7 month old daughter. But Destiny is warm, kind, and extremely caring. She showed up early, and was flexible. She sent picture updates via text, which was a nice way to keep updated on my...

Carol W.

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Michelle A.


Topeka, KS

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Responsible Mature Women Looking For Temporary Nanny Position

I have always had a passion for children. I started in high school teaching swimming lessons then worked in traditional child care & nannying during college. When a move took me to Chicago I started nannying full-time for a family with first one then a second child. After a couple of years I wanted to get back into traditional...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I could not recommend a better provider! She is caring, compassionate, reliable, very experienced, great at re-directing, and takes initiative. She provided educational outings and activities for my children and has their best interest at heart. My kids love her...

Lisa M.

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Emma B.


Topeka, KS

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Emma! Just a little about me, I am a currently a student at Washburn University taking part in the radiology program. Although schooling is my priority, I take up pet sitting and babysitting jobs every so often to get a little extra income. I would say I am well experienced, as I have been a summer...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Emma was everything we could ask for in a caregiver for our children. She was always on time, flexible with hours, and she was great with our kids. Our boys are 1, 3, and 7. Her calm and mature demeanor was a great asset. I would definitely recommend Emma."

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Claudia P.


Topeka, KS

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a devoted mom and wife who has 5 years experience nannying/ babysitting. I am looking to be a nanny again because my husband is on his way to join the United States Coast Guard. I've always loved kids and have been infatuated with how their little minds learn and discover. I myself have a 6-month-old daughter, and...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She cancelled our interview last Saturday for a Date Night... She explained it was due to an emergency with her child. I phone called her the following day to let her know we wouldn't be needing her services but I do highly admire how sweet she was, and...

Robert C.

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Arrianna M.


Topeka, KS

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Child care

I'm a childcare provider fueled by my passion for nurturing children's development. With three years of experience, I bring a patient, creative, and friendly energy to my role. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred methods to provide regular updates about their child's day. I believe in fostering a...
Arrianna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Kayla W.


Topeka, KS

$15-23/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care Giver

I'd describe my personality as exciting, and bright I like working with kids because kids have some pretty amazing stories, and watching kids grow into their personalities is so amazing. I started working with kids when I was growing up I would babysit kids around the neighborhood In my spare time, I like to read book be...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Jennie O.


Topeka, KS

$12-50/hr6 yrs exp

Previous Teacher/daycare Owner Looking To Provide Safe & Reliable Care To Families In Topeka.

I'm a previous teacher and daycare owner looking to provide safe and reliable care to the Topeka area. I've worked with all ages of kids from infants of 7 weeks old up to high school students when I taught. I can help with anything from light cleaning, driving to appts and sports as well as homework. My hours of availability...

Child care centers in Topeka, KS

CHRIST THE KING EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

CHRIST THE KING EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

5973 SW 25TH ST, TOPEKA, KS

Starting at $780/mo

At Christ the King Early Education Center, we believe that children learn through play in an environment that is stimulating and nurturing. Our programming is continually helping each child through all stages of development by providing developmentally appropriate activities specific to the age of...

My Gym Children's Fitness Center

My Gym Children's Fitness Center

1921 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS

From baby's first steps to picture-worthy handstands, My Gym grows with your little ones. Our variety of programs and memorable birthday parties shape skills and build confidence to help children be active, healthy, social and, most of all, happy kids.

Tdc Learning Centers Inc. in Topeka, Kansas, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from two to six years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims to...

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Most recent reviews for child care providers in Topeka, KS

Julie C.

5.0

I originally hired Jewels to care for my mom who was dying. My mom adored her. Jewels was beyond the best hospice nurse aide. I had recently become a widow as my husband had taken his life and I was a young mom of four kids. My youngest is nonverbal autistic who has trouble connecting with people....

- Angie S.

Rachel F.

5.0

Rachel was amazing with my son! She took such great care of him. She made him dinner, gave him a bath, and put him to bed with no issues! I would highly recommend hiring her.

- Lauren P.

Megan J.

5.0

Our boys really enjoyed their summer with Megan. She was very good about taking them to do different activities each day!

- Care member

Tiana M.

5.0

Tiana was always flexible to my odd schedule and understanding if our time was ever changed or delayed. Our daughter Loved her and you could tell they always had a good time together. I never had any concerns over the safety of my daughter. Super great gal and we are sad she moved away from us.

- Amber B.

Shayla B.

5.0

Shayla has watched out 3 children (ages 10, 4 and 3) many times, and our kids love her! She is patient and kind to them, reliable, and always shows up on time. She has even babysat overnight a couple of times for us She also has volunteered at our church children’s ministry and does a great job...

- Care member

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Ratings for Topeka, KS child care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Child Care Providers in Topeka, KS are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 94 listed child care providers.