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Christina W.


Columbia, IL

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Christina and I am a freshman at KU this year! I have nannied/babysat for various families for the past 4 years. I have my own vehicle in Lawrence and I am able to assist with most any needs your family may have! I'd love to connect with you!
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Elizabeth K.


Saint Louis, MO

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Currently Looking For Afternoons 2-4x/week, Have Some Flexibility For Mornings And Weekends!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lizzie and I'm a 25-year-old teacher turned nanny(: I have an undergraduate degree in Social Work, a Masters degree in Special Education, and hold a Teaching Certification in Missouri. I taught grades K-2 special education reading and math. I've been nannying and babysitting for a little over 2 years since I left...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Sara M.


Saint Louis, MO

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurturing and empathetic person with professional experience as a teacher, paraprofessional, and nanny. I'm also a mom! I have a 6-year-old and a 18-year-old. I love nature and exploring the outdoors with children. I also love animals. I enjoy doing crafts and other hands-on activities. I can help with light housekeeping,...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sara is great! Really enjoyed getting to meet her and her son- who is the same age as my daughter and super sweet and well mannered. Unfortunately our schedules don't quite align right now, but I'd definitely hire her in the future if another opportunity presented."

Natasha K.

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Darrian M.


Saint Louis, MO

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Nurturing Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 1 year of experience at the church daycare and a few months at another daycare. I've been a nanny over two yrs. I love working with different ages. I have babysat many children in the past few years, all ages! I enjoy watching kids, but I also love helping their minds develop. To be a caregiver a person must be patient,...
Darrian can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Darrian was our full time nanny for a year to our 3 month old baby. The only reason we parted ways was because we had to move across the country. She was wonderful! I can't say enough good things. She was so good about providing age appropriate activities, noticing...

Cayla D.

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Mary S.


Arnold, MO

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Organized And Educational Care Giver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I love kids, and a passion of mine is helping them grow into creative, kind, responsible individuals eager to explore the world. I do my best to work educational games into everyday fun, so we are always learning as we play. For over 10 years, I have worked with many families as a nanny, in a daycare, church nursery, teaching,...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Mary last minute as our normal sitter cancelled. The weather was inclement but Mary showed up 15 minutes earlier than expected giving us extra time for introductions which was nice. Mary was extremely sweet and intelligent, and was able to handle our...

Amanda T.

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Enisa T.


Arnold, MO

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Flexible Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As the eldest among a brood of four siblings, I have garnered more than 15 years of hands-on experience in providing childcare services for children spanning from infants to teenagers. Coming from a large family, I have been entrusted with numerous responsibilities including meal preparation, household upkeep, and the provision...
Enisa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Enisa is wonderful around children. Highly dependable (even last minute) and has an unbreakable bond with my two children. I would recommend her to anyone that is seeking someone whom is hard working and always honest and looks out for my kids best interest. She is...

Shawndra J.

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Celena Y.


Arnold, MO

$16-22/hr5 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Celena, I'm 22 years old, & am looking for a full or part time nanny position! I recently moved to the area, from Southern Indiana, where I spent 5 years in daycare & two years nannying! I've been an assistant infant teacher ( 6 weeks-12 months ) & a lead preschool teacher! ( 3 years-5 years ). I am certified in...
Celena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Celena was my nanny for a 1 year until she sadly had to move due to school. She was such a sweet & kind young lady, and truly felt like part of the family. She always had my daughters best interest in mind and I trusted her so much. She would be the perfect nanny...

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Susan S.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Being a Nanny is the best profession in the world. I believe it is important in a child's development to teach academic and life/social skill. I very much enjoy interacting with children. I love to broaden their horizons by going on adventures to the museums, parks, zoo, library etc.. I encourage reading and using your...
Susan can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Susan is truly amazing and a bubble of energy. Very patient and calm. Very loving and caring. My boys love her and always ask when they can go back. She is outgoing and truly passionate about kids, she loves them as her own. something fun for the boys to do is...

Chansie L.

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Stephanie H.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a nanny for a 2 and 4yr old, and have been in child care almost 11 years. In the childcare center I've primarily worked with 6weeks to 2-year-olds. I have watched children ranging in ages from infants up to 12-year-old. I have a background check done yearly with my job and can give a copy upon request. I am also...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Our son loved Steph and she was always on time and dependable. She did crafts and did sensory okay with him. She also made sure to get him outdoors as often as possible. While I was at work she would make sure to send me videos and photos throughout the day!"

Ashley N.

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Courtney W.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I'm fun-loving, easygoing, and I like to make life as enjoyable as possible. I believe that you can make anything fun if you do it the right way! I love traveling, being outdoors, and staying active. My ultimate dream is to travel around the world, building Christian sports camps for children to learn sports in a safe and...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney is amazing! I've known her for years. We went to church together and our parents are friends as well as my mother worked with her parents at our church. She is awesome with kids of all ages and she is always good with my kids and they think the world of...

Krista F.

As a caregiver with two years of experience, my passion for supporting families and providing reliable childcare stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles and a live in nanny position. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my friendly and approachable nature, allows me to connect with children and...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Makala B.


Waterloo, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Makala B.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I live in Waterloo, Illinois. I'm looking forward to a lifetime of learning. I'm employed happily as a full-time nanny. I previously was an Assistant Aquatic Manager and Motorcycle Instructor for Illinois. I proudly announce I once was certified as a Nursing Assistant & won Nursing Student of the Year in 2016. I have aquatic,...
Makala can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Candice L.


Saint Louis, MO

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Candi Nanny & Personal Chef

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Candi. I am a heart-centered, dependable, playful & nurturing person who loves to work with children & to cook! I love to help kids feel loved & seen, & foster their innate creativity through various types of play, movement & sound. Kids have such an amazing curiosity & imagination! It's a joy to see & encourage...
Candice can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kaitlyn F.


Arnold, MO

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Looking For Some Kids To Have Fun With This Summer!

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I love doing crafts, playing with toys, going to the zoo, or other fun activities. I have worked at We Rock the spectrum kids gym so I have lots of experience with children! I also have lots of nannying experience from a family with three boys to a...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amy C.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-28/hr2 yrs exp

Nurturing CPR Certified Nanny

I pride myself on being a nanny who is eager to provide nurturing, educational-driven care. With 4 years of experience working with kids in the medical field, and 2 years of working as a care giver. I have always had in interest in working with children and started babysitting at a young age. I have worked in the medical field...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a speech/ language pathologist and music teacher. I have many years of experience working with children one on one and in group settings. I also work with individuals experiencing cognitive impairments. Most recently I have had nanny experience working with a 2-year-old girl and a 4-year-old. I was hired to be a Nanny /...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Lauren C.


Arnold, MO

$20-24/hr3 yrs exp

I Would Love To Watch Your Children And Make Them Feel Safe And Special. I Am Great With Children !

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am great with kids, looking for a summer nanny position! While I wait to attend nursing school next fall. I'd describe my personality as gentle, compassionate, and caring I like working with kids because I am studying to be a nurse and with with sick children I'm looking for a job that I can help families in need over the...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cori B.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Cori and I am 21 years old. I went to Notre Dame High School in St Louis and I have graduated from nursing school at Rockhurst University this past May '19. I am currently employed as a Registered Nurse and I absolutely love it! I am the oldest of 13 cousins in my family so I have been surrounded by little kids my whole...
Cori can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Isabel C.


Arnold, MO

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

About Me

I am great with kids, and looking for a nannying position this summer before I head back to school. I would describe my personality as compassionate, gentle, and caring. I have always loved working with kids and always want to leave a positive impact on children's lives. I'm looking for a job that I can help families in need...
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Kimberly C.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Christian Infant And Toddler Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 17 years, I have had the opportunity to develop positive relationships with families in the St. Louis area while caring for young children. My primary experience is as an infant teacher in a school/center setting (12 years). I have worked in classrooms with a 3 to 1 infant to teacher ratio, both as a co-lead teacher...
Kimberly can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Columbia, IL

Sara M.

5.0

Sara is great! Really enjoyed getting to meet her and her son- who is the same age as my daughter and super sweet and well mannered. Unfortunately our schedules don't quite align right now, but I'd definitely hire her in the future if another opportunity presented.

- Natasha K.

Darrian M.

5.0

Darrian was our full time nanny for a year to our 3 month old baby. The only reason we parted ways was because we had to move across the country. She was wonderful! I can't say enough good things. She was so good about providing age appropriate activities, noticing milestones and making cute little...

- Cayla D.

Mary S.

5.0

I was very impressed with Mary from the interview asking what the needs of my family are; to Mary arriving early for her first day. Her mannerism with my daughter was great. She interacted with my daughter the entire time that she was with her with picture art, balloon toss, and more. My daughter...

- Denice M.

Enisa T.

5.0

Enisa cared for my 2 year old and 4 year old for 8 months. She was always punctual and reliable. Additionally, Enisa was very positive, calm, and patient with my high maintenance children. Lastly, she was excellent with communication.

- Jessica W.

Celena Y.

5.0

Celena was a wonderful person and amazing with my two girls. We have no complaints. The only reason we stopped using her was because my girls were old enough for school age, but I wish I could bring her back! She was so amazing. I would recommend her.

- Care member

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