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60 nannies are listed in Independence, MO
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Independence, MO
Dana B.
Blue Springs, MO
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature, Responsible, Outgoing, Social Nanny Looking To Love On And Care For Your Little One
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked in many childcare situations such as home day cares, individual family homes (including my own Licensed Day Care Home for 6 years), overnight care, multiples (twins) and currently am loving my job as an in-home Nanny. As a parent of two grown...
Dana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
5.0
"Dana spent an entire day watching our 4 month old in our home. She also got our 3 year old fed and ready for school & took her there. Dana arrived promptly and had a soothing and calming presence. Usually mornings are a highly emotional for our toddler, but she was...
Jesse W.
Miyako R.
Kansas City, MO
$38/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Spunky And Outgoing Caregiver/Nanny With 10 Years' Experience, Seeking Full Time Employment.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello Care, I am excited about Nannying! I have been in childcare over 15 years and a Professional Nanny just over 10 years. I received a Bachelor's of Liberal Arts from the UMKC in the fall of 2011. I am currently enrolled at SNHU in a MPH program. I am also trained as a Doula and studying to become a CPM. I currently looking...
Miyako can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Miyako and I had a great conversation. She was on time for the interview and has a good communication style. She seems very willing to try alternative care approaches (sign language, no cry sleep solutions, etc.) and is supportive/willing to care for my daughter...
Lauren Y.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Sarah.
I have many years of experience with children. I have worked in a couple daycares as a teacher from infant to PreK. I have also earned my Bachelors in elementary education so I have learned a great deal on how to care for children. From earning my degree, I completed student teaching and moved into...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details.
Sarah's childcare was great! I have two young children and she did everything I could have asked for of a first time hiring with minimal...
Nick K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 14+ years of experience babysitting and nannying! I have taken care of children 2 weeks - 12 years in clients homes, at a daycare, churches, a gym, working through a nanny agency, and was a nanny for a family of 6 children for 5+ years!
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"It is not easy helping a very large family over a holiday weekend, but Hannah was impeccable! She was great to work with and so friendly. We had a lot of people all in one house for a family reunion which means a lot of opinions and directions. She handled it all...
Allison M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting/nannying since 2018. I have worked with all ages, including newborns. I am CPR certified and I can update you as much/little as you want. :)
I like working with kids because it comes naturally for me. I follow the child's lead on what they want to do and go from there.
I'm looking for a job that...
Kendall can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our daughter loves Kendall & jumps for joy when we tell her she’s going to watch her. Kendall is good at texting us updates of how things are going & at following the details we’ve left about what works best with our daughter. She is a trusted, fun, caring...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As an older child in a large family, I began caring for children at a very young age. During high school, I began babysitting my siblings and their friends, and I have now been a professional nanny for over 10 years. I love helping children explore the world and providing them a safe and healthy learning environment. I am...
Sophia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Sophia was great! She was so comfortable with babies and adapted super well. She even taught me some stuff about kids! Would definitely recommend to anyone!"
Eleanor S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter and nanny. My experience includes working with only/single children, multiple children, a child with special needs (Autism) and pick-up/drop off. I have worked with all age groups (newborns, infants, toddlers, preteens, and teenagers). I am bilingual in Spanish and conversational French and love to...
Avery can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Avery is a very bright and responsible caregiver. She has watched my kids on many occasions and my kids love her! She is bilingual and an excellent student. I highly recommend her services!"
Kristin K.
Kathryn S.
Kansas City, MO
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Energetic, And Experienced Sitter/daycare Teacher
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun, playful sitter who has 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, as well as working in both an in-home daycare and daycare/preschool facility. Families I've worked with in the past say they appreciate and enjoy my help because I play with and engage their children, rather than only supervise. I graduated...
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She arrived on time. I was also able to talk to her before the scheduled day to get to know each other better. Plus, the kids liked her. "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for over 10 years. I have experience with children from newborns to 13 years old. I am deeply interested in childhood development and hope to start a family of my own someday. I believe nature is the best tool and enjoy spending lots of time outside. I also enjoy reading in my personal time. While I am at...
Rylee can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rylee is fabulous! I wish that every family could have a Rylee. She is amazing with kids and like a modern day Mary Poppins. Rylee is also extremely considerate, punctual, and dependable. My family trusts her completely, and my son loves her! She's become part of...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been caring for children since I was 13 years old. I have my CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) certification. I am also certified in CPR & have a year of clinical experience working in a hospital & nursing home. I love children & am currently a nursing student at University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) in hopes of becoming...
Keely can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Keely was fantastic! We will be using her again. This was the first time we've used Care.com and not a family member and it helped to put our minds at ease. She came over the night before to interview and things went really well. She was very relaxed and attentive...
Phil E.
Natalie B.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
25+ Years Experience With Babysitting, Nannying, And Teaching
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Natalie & I will be moving from Wichita to KCMO this summer. I have worked with children & families for most of my life, & absolutely love it. I began babysitting in 1998 at age 12 for various families, nannied in the summers in high school, & have worked in several childcare settings, including as a group...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie taught my youngest daughter at her early childhood center, and it was a wonderful experience for all of us. She is so patient, caring and engaging with the children. We have since hired her several times over the years to care for all of our daughters...
Melissa R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Annabella and I have lived in the Kansas City area for about a year and a half! I was previously a full time nanny, and love caring for little ones. I am 24 years old and just completed my first year of dental school at UMKC School of Dentistry. My summer coursework is light and so I am looking for some date...
Annabella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"100% would recommend! So kind and caring with the kids!"
Megan M.
Ashlee J.
Kansas City, MO
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Stellar Nanny With 20+ Years Experience With Infant/Toddler/Twins
5.0
(6)
Hi my name is Ashlee. I am a professional career nanny who has provided stellar service to families in KC & SF for the past 20 years, primarily those with infant/toddler twins.
I hold a BA in Art Education from SFSU, and have completed multiple ECE (Early Childhood Education) courses as well as Pediatric CPR certification...
Ashlee can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern,
This letter is in reference for Ashlee J as she seeks employment with you. I was very excited when we hired Ashlee for her position as a nanny, as she is a very energetic, eager, and a passionate educator. Ashlee was willing to take on...
Benjamin S.
5.0
(3)
For over five years I have worked as a full and part time nanny while attending school. I graduated in December with my nursing degree and work PRN in Labor and Delivery. While I love my job, I am looking for more steady work and my real passion is kids! I am CPR certified for infants-adults, have very flexible hours, and I'm...
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Our children love Audrey! She doesn't hesitate to jump right in and play with the kids. Dress up, hair and dolls with the princess to tossing the football with our son. She is patient, kind and hard working. Always a helping hand around the house when she sees an...
Holly W.
Paige M.
Blue Springs, MO
$20-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced, Energetic, And Reliable Part-Time-Full Time Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a long-term part-time to almost full time Nanny position! Available up to 4 full days/wk (flexible with what days). I have evening commitments Tues/Thurs, so can't work past 4:30/5 at the latest on those two days. I am allergic to cats and dogs - (dogs are not necessarily a deal-breaker for me, as I am usually...
Paige can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Paige was awesome! she went out of her way to help my family. I plan on using her again for an occasional date night! She is awesome!"
Amie L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Zoë! A little bit about me:
- I have supervised/played with children Pre-K through 6th grade at a school and on the playground
- I have been a full-time summer nanny to two older children
- I have a self-run babysitting business that I first launched in 2013
- I have provided safe, fun, and stress-free childcare...
Zoë can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Zoe is an exceptional writer. She also is great in French and would make a great tutor. She is really good with kids and pets too "
Michelle M.
Kameron C.
Kansas City, MO
$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kameron, I'm 22 years old, and I am currently attending UMKC as a theatre major. I am looking for a one-time/part-time pet sitting jobs and babysitting jobs. I have provided child care for all age ranges up to 12 and have 2 years experience with animal care.
Previously, I was a nanny to two kids, as well as...
5.0
"Kameron is amazing! Cannot recommend her enough for both child and pet care!"
Kristi G.
Wendy W.
Kansas City, MO
$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for the past 33 years. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I also have tutoring experience. I have been tutoring children in reading and math for the past two years.
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Wendy has been the nanny to our 2 year old daughter since she was 9 weeks old. We are blessed to have her. She is loving and reliable. It is clear that her background is in education as she had our daughter counting to 10 and doing some abc's when she was 18 months...
Shannon L.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My career was 30+ years of direct care for children and leadership of programs that provided services to young children with and without special needs and women and children in domestic violence situations. Most of the children were infants and preschoolers, but I cared for older children as well. I retired to spend more time...
Leslie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
3.0
"Leslie was punctual and professional, but not very empathetic to our sensitive 6-month-old, who she told to "knock it off" and that "no one is coming to save you" while she was crying. Not the best fit for a gentle parenting household."
Sarah J.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Independence, MO
Dana B.
5.0
Dana spent an entire day watching our 4 month old in our home. She also got our 3 year old fed and ready for school & took her there. Dana arrived promptly and had a soothing and calming presence. Usually mornings are a highly emotional for our toddler, but she was instantly captivated by Dana....
- Jesse W.
Miyako R.
5.0
My daughter said she had such a fun time with Ms. Mimi (Miyako)! Miyako was prompt and checked in via text with me while I was working which I really appreciated. We would happily hire her again!
- Care member
Sarah S.
5.0
Sarah was wonderful! I booked her last minute through care.com, and we confirmed through text message the details.
Sarah's childcare was great! I have two young children and she did everything I could have asked for of a first time hiring with minimal instruction. I was concerned my lack of...
- Nick K.
Hannah N.
5.0
It is not easy helping a very large family over a holiday weekend, but Hannah was impeccable! She was great to work with and so friendly. We had a lot of people all in one house for a family reunion which means a lot of opinions and directions. She handled it all so well. Hannah is a fast learner,...
- Allison M.
Kendall G.
5.0
Our daughter loves Kendall & jumps for joy when we tell her she’s going to watch her. Kendall is good at texting us updates of how things are going & at following the details we’ve left about what works best with our daughter. She is a trusted, fun, caring caregiver!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding nannies in Independence, MO
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2024 near me in Independence, MO?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Independence, MO is as of is $17.87 per hour as of November, 2024. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Independence, MO?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 31 in Independence, MO. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Independence, MO?
You can find different nanny services in Independence through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Independence, MO with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Independence, MO nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Independence, MO are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.