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892 babysitters are listed in Columbus, OH
The average rate is $14/hr as of January 2023
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Columbus, OH
Stefan T.
Columbus, OH
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Over 8 Years Of Childcare In Public Settings & 6 Working Privately (Babysitting, Nannying)
5.0
(13)
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Hi, I was a volunteer at a club before I got a job with a program where I worked for a year. I also ran an open gym in UA for two years and I worked at a summer camp in 2017. I worked in a wrap-around kindergarten and after-school program, The a club for over a year. I worked as an assistant teacher...
Recent Review:
5.0
Stefan is great. Would definitely hire him again and again!
Reviewed by Shawn L.
4.8
(20)
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Hi there ! My name is Saida, I am 32 years old. I have 2 daughters , my 6 years old daughter S and 16 months old A I love kids and I really enjoy taking care of them. they are little angels that bring happiness to our lives. I have been working as a baby sitter for over three years and I have worked...
Recent Review:
5.0
Saida did a great job watching my daughter and niece to allow us a night out. Even with some driving in snow required, she was punctual and listened and carried out requests for care well. Great communication...
Reviewed by Amy G.
Isaac F.
Columbus, OH
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I also occasionally babysat kids throughout high school.
Haylee C.
Columbus, OH
$16-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hi, I Am A 19 Year Old College Student At The Ohio State University!
5.0
(1)
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I have 7 years of experience. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 14-year-olds. I will list my experience below. I have always loved working with kids and am going to school to be a child psychologist. I love making lasting memories with kids and making their baby-sitter experience so fun...
Recent Review:
5.0
Haylee was on time and reliable for us! She was very sweet and interactive with my 3 kids. She also was kind and had a positive attitude, so she is someone I am glad to have around my kids! I would gladly...
Reviewed by Valerie S.
5.0
(3)
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Hello! My name is Madison and I am a first year graduate student at OSU. I am pursing a masters in social work. I have 5 years of experience working with a family of 4 (ages 3 months-10 years), experience in the NICU at Wake Forest Baptist Health and Brenner's pediatric hospital, and several other...
Recent Review:
5.0
Madison was a treasure! As a single parent, it can be tough to find someone who is reliable, trustworthy and easy to work with- that was Madison! My child had so much fun with her and always looked forward to...
Reviewed by Janna W.
5.0
(1)
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My name is Joy, and I am a full-time graduate student living in Columbus. I am looking for weekend opportunities in child or pet care. If interested, please reach out and I would be happy to provide my resume and more information about my child care, teaching, volunteer, and work experience!
At a...
5.0
(1)
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My name is jamila . Iam 40 years old. A mom of two beautiful princesses; H is 8 years old and H is 5 years old. They are the joy of my life and the light of my world.
I have working with kids for a long time now. I love being around them and taking care of them. I can feed them, change diapers and...
Recent Review:
5.0
Jamila is the most, kind, amazing caregiver we ever could have imagined and we could not be more thankful that she was able to care for our daughter, She is very patient and knowledgeable,We absolutely loved...
Reviewed by Omar B.
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5.0
(3)
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I am a professional surfer/skater and Huntington Beach Lifeguard (schedule
On reserve no longer active full time ). I love working with kids! When I am not enjoying the beach myself or keeping the residents safe, I instruct Junior Lifeguards and teach kids how to surf, skate, or swim! My favorite...
5.0
(2)
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I have 3 years of experience in childcare and am presently employed part time at a lovely little daycare center. I would love to help you with your little ones! I'm very hands on and enjoy doing crafts and taking the children for outside time and engaging them in fun activities! I'm also very...
Recent Review:
5.0
I have hired Kaitlyn as a part time nanny for my 3 month old and 3 year old. She is comfortable taking care of my infant and my 3 year old enjoys their interaction. Kaitlyn is caring and engaging and I am...
Reviewed by Helen M.
5.0
(1)
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Hi I'm Julie! I'd describe myself as outgoing, hardworking and creative. I enjoy listening to music and spending time with my pug, Penny Lane. I've spent majority of my life babysitting children of all ages. I have a few dozen younger cousins that I was able to play a role in caring for. In...
4.8
(4)
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**currently only looking for babysitting gigs**
I currently work as a nanny and have worked at a couple different day cares through the years. I have mostly worked with 12 to 24-month-olds, but have worked with infants and older children. I have my Associate's Degree from Columbus State Community...
5.0
(2)
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I've taken care of children from ages 3months to 15 years! I love kids, and they love me. I'm good at keeping them busy and coming up with fun games to do as well as help with school work and keep them on schedule. I know how to change diapers/avoid and treat diaper rash as well as make formula. I'm...
5.0
(5)
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I am recently retired from being a full time Nanny! After staying home to raise my 3 children, I went back to work in 2005, working in daycare. After 3 years in daycare and countless colds, I became a nanny and worked 15 years with multiple families. I babysat on weeknights & weekends with other...
Lakaisha W.
Columbus, OH
$20-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.3
(7)
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Hello my name is LaKaisha, I am a Senior at Tiffin University studying HR. Babysitting is my second calling. I have been babysitting since I was 12. I've babysat for 6 different families in the past 9 years. I love interacting and playing with children. I am 1 out of 7 children, so I've been around...
Recent Review:
5.0
Kaisha worked in our nanny-share of two girls and two boys, all 5 and below for 10 months, only coming to an end due to children becoming school-age. She was ALWAYS on time, most days early! She drove our...
Reviewed by Taryn F.
5.0
(5)
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I started babysitting at the age of 10, for families from my church. After this, I became a Sunday school teacher for toddlers. While receiving my bachelor's degree, I worked as a teacher's assistant at a childcare center. I then achieved my Masters in Education at The Ohio State University....
Recent Review:
5.0
I have 4 girls and Jean still watches them for date nights and does an amazing job! We have been with her for 3 years now and wish she didn't have a day job so she would be our part time nanny!
Reviewed by Chaquerra K.
Audrey H.
Columbus, OH
$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi, I'm Audrey! I'm a recent OSU graduate with a K-12 ESL (English as a second language) teaching degree and license. I've been babysitting since I was around 14 and have worked in daycare in Columbus for 3 years now. I like working with younger kids especially (newborn-4/5), but I'm open to and...
Recent Review:
5.0
Audrey was exactly what we needed for Mommy/Daddy date night. She arrived on time, played with our son, and tidied up the toys at the end of the evening. We look forward to hiring Audrey again.
Reviewed by Connie M.
Kelsey B.
Columbus, OH
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi! My name is Kelsey and I have over 10 years experience babysitting, nannying, and tutoring students of all ages. I currently reside in the Westerville area. I work from home full time for a hospital system. I am just looking for occasional week night or weekend shifts. I am comfortable with...
Recent Review:
5.0
Kelsey is very bubbly and upbeat. As soon as she met my little one, she was able to take it from there. She's great with communication and following instructions. Would definitely rehire in the future.
Reviewed by Ausha M.
Lee S.
Columbus, OH
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Grandmother Looking For Occasional Childcare Position
5.0
(4)
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I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have four nieces and three nephews. I love kids and have always been the favorite auntie and grandma. I have volunteered at local children's services for a couple of years. I believe kids need unconditional love, structure and rules. I love experiencing...
Grace W.
Columbus, OH
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Believer That All Children Deserve Love, Kindness, Care, And Attention
5.0
(2)
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I am a second-year college student from Columbus, Ohio. Although I do not have any children myself, I absolutely love children. They are the future, and they deserve nothing but the best. All children deserve love, kindness, care, and attention. I have two years of experience in working with...
Recent Review:
5.0
Grace was wonderful with our boys! Her communication was awesome. She did crafts with the kids. She even seemed to manage well with our extremely needy puppy. Haha! The boys said they had a great time and would...
Reviewed by Jenn S.
Adele P.
Columbus, OH
$24-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hi I'm Adele! I will be moving to Chicago 5/1/23. I recently graduated from The Ohio State University. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find gratification in being a positive mentor in a child's life and understand how important it is during their...
Recent Review:
5.0
Adele is super fun and reliable. Always babysits last minute for us and the kids love her!
Reviewed by Elaina T.
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Recent babysitter reviews in Columbus, OH
Stefan T.
5.0
Stefan is great. Would definitely hire him again and again!
- Shawn L.
Saida O.
5.0
Saida did a great job watching my daughter and niece to allow us a night out. Even with some driving in snow required, she was punctual and listened and carried out requests for care well. Great communication and instantly seemed comfortable with our girls. Would highly recommend!
- Amy G.
Haylee C.
5.0
Haylee was on time and reliable for us! She was very sweet and interactive with my 3 kids. She also was kind and had a positive attitude, so she is someone I am glad to have around my kids! I would gladly rehire her and recommend her to other families.
- Valerie S.
Madison H.
5.0
Madison was a treasure! As a single parent, it can be tough to find someone who is reliable, trustworthy and easy to work with- that was Madison! My child had so much fun with her and always looked forward to seeing her. Madison is the best!
- Janna W.
Jamila E.
5.0
Jamila is the most, kind, amazing caregiver we ever could have imagined and we could not be more thankful that she was able to care for our daughter, She is very patient and knowledgeable,We absolutely loved our experience with Jamila, definitely will hire her again . I highly recommend Jamila
- Omar B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Columbus, OH:
How much do babysitters charge in Columbus, OH?
The average rate for Columbus, OH babysitters on Care.com is $14.73 per hour as of January 2023. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
How do I find a babysitter near me in Columbus, OH?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Columbus, OH can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 892 babysitters in Columbus, OH on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.7. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Columbus, OH?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Columbus, OH through Care.com. As of 2023, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.