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44 in home child care are listed in Springfield, MO
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby in home child care is 5 years
In home child care in Springfield, MO
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I would be honored to watch your kid/kids! I have worked in childcare for as long as I can remember (10 years now maybe more) and I have a niece and nephew I love to visit often. I have worked for a few daycares while I was in high school as well as college and assisted in book reading, playing, helping with naptime,...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"We've hired Bailey to watch our 1-year-old and 3-year-old and have been very pleased. She's always on time and communicates well regarding her availability. Our kids are happy with her and we love having her come over!"
Jennifer B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have raised 3 children - one with Aspergers. I have 4 grandchildren ages, 8, 11, 13 and 16. I have been a caregiver for grandchildren since their birth. I LOVE children! I am now retired from the computer technology field. I would love to spend my days/evenings playing/caring for children.
My home or your home child care...
Karen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karen watched our 6 month old daughter for a date night recently, and she did an amazing job. She was early and followed all instructions we gave her. She had a great connection with our daughter, and we will absolutely be using her again."
Susan J.
5.0
(2)
Hello there! My name is Emma D and I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old and am currently 21 years old. Working with children has always been a favorite of mine. I've worked with ages ranging from newborns up to 14 years! I have great experiences when it comes to childcare and It's such a great job for me to have,...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"The Kids love her. She always brings a fun energy and is great with kids of all ages. "
Care member
Annaliese A.
Springfield, MO
$22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm Annaliese, a current college student at Missouri State University. I am looking to help on occasion or long-term. I have experience watching children for over six years. The last two and a half years I worked at Goddard School as an assistant then a lead teacher with children ages birth to 12 years old. The last year I...
Annaliese can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Annaliese is professional, intelligent and possesses the skills of an amazing young woman any parent would want for a caregiver.
She is extremely organized, creative and responsible. Children adore her! "
Care member
Rachel P.
Springfield, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of experience in the health care field with all walks of life. Infants (ICU & Mother baby), toddlers (ICU, Peds), young children (ICU, Peds), adolescents (ICU, Peds), young adults, older adults and the elderly (ICU, Med Surg, Surg, Oncology, Cardiac, Neuro, Neuro Trauma, ER, Burn unit, Telemetry, Psych, Rehab,...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Rachel is caring and patient with my baby girl. She knows how to take care of an infant baby but she also checks with you if she needs to do something different based on parents' preferences. I feel comfortable hiring Rachel as the nanny for my baby and will...
Nancy K.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been around children since the age of 9. My mother ran a state licensed in-home daycare, where I worked on a daily basis. I am qualified to take care of any age from newborn to 12 years old. I also have experience working in a preschool/daycare setting as a teacher planning activities and implementing curriculum. I love...
Noelle can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We loved Noelle. She interviewed for our nanny job. She was at the top of our list when we were looking for a nanny. Any family would be lucky to have her as part of their family."
Hillary B.
Hello! I have 10 years of experience in childcare. I'm CPR/First Aid certified. I can help with just about anything. I have 2 children, my oldest is almost 4 and my youngest is 13 months old. I was previously a Program Director of a preschool. I love children! I will graduate in 2022 with my A. A. T Degree in Elementary...
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm a college student majoring in finance, looking to find a family who needs an enthusiastic, responsible evening caregiver. I have an extensive background in childcare, including roles as a day camp counselor, in a child care, high school tutor, volleyball coach, in nurseries, and of course as a nanny and babysitter. My...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Ali R.
Springfield, MO
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a college student at Missouri State University. I'm staying in Springfield this summer & I am in need of a job. I use to babysit my younger cousins when I went back home and I loved it! I had so much fun watching my cousins over the summers & I would love to experience that again with some new kids! Personally, I am good at...
Ali can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Vita P.
Springfield, MO
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Vita, I'm a stay at home mom currently. We live on a farm and have lots of chickens and sheep. We also have a dog and a few cats. I have two daughters, 8 and 9. I have a car to get around. My favorite things to do are cooking, baking, gardening, drawing and just spending time with my girls.
Elizabeth B.
Springfield, MO
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi! I have over 7 years of experience with kids in both classroom and home settings. I also have experience with twins/multiples and ages 18mo - 15yo. I love playing with kiddos and helping with homework. I'm also a tennis instructor and love to get outdoors with the kids and do something sporty.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
My name is Jen! I'm 22 years old, a wife, and a momma to the sweetest 3-year-old girl. I'm looking for 1-3 kids to watch from my home. I can provide references from families I've worked for in the past, upon request. My daughter is on a set schedule everyday, so my hope is to find someone needing/wanting structured childcare. We...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am 53 years old. I have 32 years experience working with children. I am a proud Mom of a 13-year-old boy, and a 17-year-old girl. I am a certified teacher with experience teaching elementary students, and preschool students. I love working with children and planning fun and exciting activities! I have recently been...
Carolyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
I am new to sitting but I have always been good with kids. I used to assist with Childers's birthday parties. There's nothing cooler to me then helping young imaginations grow and flourish. I have tons of arts and craft ideas, bored game experience, and cupcake decorating skills that I would be more that happy to share with your...
Helen Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I love children and will make sure they are fed, played with, take naps, and will care for them like they're my own!
I've babysat 0-4 children at a time, kept them a few hours to several days. I have had good success with twins and can take out on outings. I have watched ages 0-12 and I have also been in charge of around 15 kids...
Lacey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Hello! I am a college student looking to find a family to babysit for. I used to babysit for a family with 3 boys ages 5 and younger. I loved to do crafts with them, play outside, read together, and help them maintain basic responsibilities around the house. One of my favorite things to do while babysitting is to teach kids...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Kaylen K.
Springfield, MO
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Newborn Care Provider, Overnight Doula, Lactation Consultant
I have over 15 years of experience caring for newborns, and their parents! I am a mom of 9 & 7-year-old boys and before I became a mom I nannied for a twin family for 2 years. I now own my own business. I am a postpartum doula and care for clients during the day and overnight in small concentrated time periods to help the whole...
Kaylen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Annabelle S.
Springfield, MO
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Annabelle, and I am 21 years old.
I am a stay-at-home mom to my wonderful 18-month-old daughter, and my husband works full time as an accountant.
I am looking to care for one additional child in my home. We prioritize healthy living in our household, enjoying all organic meals and limiting screen time. Our...
Annabelle can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Staring pay $17
Bio: I like working with kids, they are lively and and I love seeing there personalities develop. I started taking care of my sisters kids, A 3-year-old and a 7-month-old, until she became a stay at home mom.
I looking for a job that is stable and long-term.
When I took care of my nephew and niece we did...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Nevin W.
Springfield, MO
$15-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there! I am 19 years old. I am currently attending OTC in Springfield. I love kids and I love getting to know them and their families. I have been CPR certified and First Aid certified every 6 months for the past 3 years. I have worked at a Daycare center ever since I was 16 and have been in many different age groups but...
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Most recent reviews for in home child care in Springfield, MO
Bailey C.
5.0
We've hired Bailey to watch our 1-year-old and 3-year-old and have been very pleased. She's always on time and communicates well regarding her availability. Our kids are happy with her and we love having her come over!
- Jennifer B.
Karen S.
5.0
Karen watched our 6 month old daughter for a date night recently, and she did an amazing job. She was early and followed all instructions we gave her. She had a great connection with our daughter, and we will absolutely be using her again.
- Susan J.
Emma D.
5.0
The Kids love her. She always brings a fun energy and is great with kids of all ages.
- Care member
Annaliese A.
5.0
Annaliese A. is such an amazing baby sitter to our 6 and 2 year old. Our kids love her because she keeps them entertained for hours, whether it is educational play, crafts or playing outside. She is punctual and very easy to work with when it comes to scheduling.
- Care member
Rachel P.
5.0
Rachel is caring and patient with my baby girl. She knows how to take care of an infant baby but she also checks with you if she needs to do something different based on parents' preferences. I feel comfortable hiring Rachel as the nanny for my baby and will recommend her to anyone who needs a...
- Nancy K.
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FAQs for finding in-home child care in Springfield, MO
How do I find in-home child care near me in Springfield, MO?
Care.com makes it easy to find in-home child care providers in Springfield, MO. There are 44 in-home child care providers near you with profiles you can compare to learn more about their experience and what types of responsibilities they are happy to take on. You can even read reviews from families.
How much does in-home child care near me cost in Springfield, MO?
What the average in-home child care cost looks like varies based on factors like how many children you have, your location, and how experienced the caregiver is. If you want overnight child care, that can also impact how much you’ll spend. However, as of May, 2025, the average in-home child care rate per hour on Care.com is $15.91 for in-home child care providers near you in Springfield, MO.
What type of in-home child care services can I find near me in Springfield, MO?
You can compare 44 in-home child care provider profiles on Care.com to get an idea of what kind of caregiving services each provider is willing to take on. For example, some may feel comfortable tackling after school transportation, whereas others may be willing to help with homework or cooking dinner.
Ratings for Springfield, MO in home child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
In Home Child Care in Springfield, MO are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 44 listed in home child care.