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60 nannies are listed in Independence, MO
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 6 years
Nannies in Independence, MO
5.0
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I recently graduated from MCC, and have been watching children since middle school when I started working with a summer camp for foster children ages 6-12. Since then, have worked with kids of all ages. I have experience with children with disabilities (autism, bipolar disorder, and speech impairments). I have been a...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jessie is a conscientious person who has natural instincts to adapt to many situations. She is personable which allows her to get along with many different individuals. Jessie is a great mix of being a fun person who also knows how to set boundaries and stick to...
Cadey G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with over seven years experience, including kids of all ages. I am a non smoker with current CPR certification, excellent references, and a clean driving record. I would love to speak with you about the needs of your family. Thanks.
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & 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.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a postpartum specialist. I have over 15 years experience with all things baby related. I can assist with breastfeeding if needed. I currently work as an overnight nanny, I started with this family when baby was 4 weeks old. I am gently sleep training him. He can now soothe himself to sleep around 9 p.m. and sleeps until...
Cheryl can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I contacted Cheryl on a last moment effort. Even though it was a short notice Cheryl showed up exactly on time. In the first 30 minutes it was clear my kids (two kids 2 yr and 5 yr old) liked her. She took care of my two kids very so my wife and I were able to...
Henok D.
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: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
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! "
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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Sarah to nanny for our two kids (age 4 & 7) during Covid this summer. Sarah was reliable, and was a great resource with her Education background. Our kids both enjoyed her, and we would hire her again."
Elissa 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & 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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kendall has cared for our children since our youngest was 11 weeks old. I was so nervous leaving her to go back to work but as soon as I met Kendall, I felt so much better. Kendall is caring, trustworthy and dependable. Our children love when she comes over and...
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
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.
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: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, 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...
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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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & 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. "
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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie is great with kids! She knows how to effectively engage children in activities and make it fun for them."
Helen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! Here's a little about me: I'm 31 years old. I've raised 5 children (boys and girls). I've been happily married for 12 years+. I'm old enough to insure your children's safety and young enough so they will have plenty of fun activities planned to keep them happy. I have a few year's experience in child education. I'm easy...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is excellent! I'd recommend her to anyone. She's very trustworthy."
Patricia C.
Ally M.
Kansas City, MO
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
Assistant Teacher At Kensington School, Looking For Side Gigs On Weekends!
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ally! I have about 7-8 years of childcare experience! I have been a nanny from kids that range from 3 months to school aged. This also includes my two nephews who I watched for the entire two years of the older one's life and also the younger guy who is now one! I have also worked in two licensed daycares back...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ally is great with my child. She's very interactive and treats him like her own! She is also a fantastic organizer!!"
Katie G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 12 for a family of 4 which included a special needs child and a newborn. As you can imagine, I had my hands full. Starting with this family at such a young age established my skills as a caretaker very early! I am still in touch with this family and I now have a niece and nephew that I am with...
Mckenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kenzie was like family. She is the perfect nanny/babysitter for any and all families. She took care of our girls (now 12 and 7) during COVID 5 days a week and respected every rule that we had. Kept up with house work and the kids school. She kept them in line, up...
Nick 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: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Did a great job with my little one! She Started watching him when he was around 8 weeks old. She handled his separation anxiety really well as he got a little older too. She truly is the baby whisperer! Highly recommend! :)"
Allison C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a full time student at Clark college. Currently I want to become a pediatric nurse or become a teacher. I have experience with kids ages 6 months to 2 years old. I have one experience in infant care but I am learning more everyday. I am patient and reliable care taker.
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a kind, caring and reliable nanny and we love every moment we get with her! My kids (5 months and 5 years) absolutely adore her and my oldest is always asking when he gets to hang out with her again. I highly recommend this fantastic caregiver!"
Nina B.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ashlee was with us for five years and I wish we could have kept her forever! She started when our youngest was just a few months old and our twins were not yet two. That's a lot for anyone but Ashlee handled it all with ease and love. I never had to worry about my...
Jennifer S.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Independence, MO
Jessica C.
5.0
Jessica is the absolute best. She cared for my kids with patience and love. She is reliable and thoughtful and goes above and beyond to care for our family. She communicates clearly and demonstrates a knack for kids that I don't even think I've mastered as a mom! I can't speak highly enough of how...
- Lindsey W.
Sophia S.
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.
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.
Cheryl P.
5.0
I contacted Cheryl on a last moment effort. Even though it was a short notice Cheryl showed up exactly on time. In the first 30 minutes it was clear my kids (two kids 2 yr and 5 yr old) liked her. She took care of my two kids very so my wife and I were able to enjoy the events we wanted to attend....
- Henok D.
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
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FAQs for finding nannies in Independence, MO
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Independence, MO?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Independence, MO is as of is $18.79 per hour as of March, 2025. 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 29 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 Rating5.0 / 5
Nannies in Independence, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 60 listed nannies.